Comparing the BMW M340i and the Kia Carnival side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the BMW M340i is available at ₹8,499,000, while the Kia Carnival is priced at ₹7,361,000. On the engine front, the BMW M340i comes with a 2998 cc unit compared to the Kia Carnival's 2199 cc, producing 374 bhp @ 5800-6500 rpm and 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 13.76 kmpl - ARAI for the BMW M340i versus 14.11 kmpl - ARAI for the Kia Carnival. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Displacement | 2998 cc | 2199 cc |
| Drive Type | xDrive AWD | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 3.0L B58 TwinPower Turbo Inline-6 | 2.2L CRDi VGT Turbocharged Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 Litres | 70 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol (Mild Hybrid 48V) | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed M Steptronic Sport | 8-Speed Automatic |
| Mileage | 13.76 kmpl - ARAI | 14.11 kmpl - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 | 4 |
| Power | 374 bhp @ 5800-6500 rpm | 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 500 Nm @ 1800-5000 rpm | 440 Nm @ 1750-2750 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed M Steptronic) | Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 480 Litres | 627 Litres (2nd & 3rd row folded) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 2750 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 142 mm | 188 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1695 kg | 2040 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4709 mm / 1827 mm / 1442 mm | 5115 mm / 1995 mm / 1740 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 / 8 / 9 |
| Wheelbase | 2851 mm | 3090 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (M Variable Sport Steering) | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes - Power Sliding Doors |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Professional | 12.3-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Driving Assistant Pro + Active Lane Change | Yes - Smart Cruise Control (ADAS) |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - M Sport Seats (Memory) | Yes - 2nd Row VIP |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch BMW iDrive 7 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access + Digital Key | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes - Power Sliding Doors |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes - VIP Lounge Seats (2nd row) |
| Seat Upholstery | Vernasca Leather / Merino Leather | Leather / Nappa Leather |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker Premium Audio |
| Sunroof | Electric Glass Sliding Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-A & USB-C | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes - M-aerodynamic body kit | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | BMW Adaptive LED Headlamps + Laserlight | LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 225/40 R19 (front) / 255/35 R19 (rear) | 235/55 R19 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch M Alloy Wheels | 19-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes - M-specific ABS | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 7 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes - M compound brakes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC + M xDrive | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes - 360° Camera |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes - Surround View Monitor |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Fire RedArctic Race BlueBlack SapphireTanzanite BlueDravit Grey | Fusion BlackGlacier White Pearl |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | 3.7 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
