Comparing the BMW M5 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 M5 is available at ₹18,999,000, while the Kia Carnival is priced at ₹7,361,000. On the engine front, the BMW M5 comes with a 4395 cc unit compared to the Kia Carnival's 2199 cc, producing 727 bhp (combined system output) and 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 10.5 kmpl (approx) for the BMW M5 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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| Battery | 18.6 kWh PHEV Battery | — |
| Displacement | 4395 cc | 2199 cc |
| Drive Type | M xDrive AWD | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 4.4L S63 V8 TwinPower Turbo + PHEV Electric Motor | 2.2L CRDi VGT Turbocharged Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 Litres | 70 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol + PHEV | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed M Steptronic | 8-Speed Automatic |
| Mileage | 10.5 kmpl (approx) | 14.11 kmpl - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 8 | 4 |
| Power | 727 bhp (combined system output) | 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 1000 Nm (combined) | 440 Nm @ 1750-2750 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed M Steptronic DCT) | Automatic |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 18.6 kWh (PHEV) | — |
| Charging Time | AC: ~3.5 hours (3.7 kW) | — |
| Range | 67 km EV range | — |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes | — |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 500 Litres | 627 Litres (2nd & 3rd row folded) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 3050 kg | 2750 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 128 mm | 188 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2440 kg | 2040 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5060 mm / 1900 mm / 1464 mm | 5115 mm / 1995 mm / 1740 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 / 8 / 9 |
| Wheelbase | 2995 mm | 3090 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (M Integral Active 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 Curved Display (M-specific) | 12.3-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Driving Assistant Pro + Active Lane Change | Yes - Smart Cruise Control (ADAS) |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - M Carbon Bucket Seats with Heating | Yes - 2nd Row VIP |
| Infotainment System | 14.9-inch BMW Curved Display with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | 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 | M Full Merino Leather / Alcantara | Leather / Nappa Leather |
| Sound System | Bowers & Wilkins 18-Speaker | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker Premium Audio |
| Sunroof | Glass Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes - M-specific wide body | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | BMW Adaptive LED Laserlight | LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 275/35 R20 (front) / 285/35 R20 (rear) | 235/55 R19 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 20-inch M Compound Star Alloy Wheels | 19-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes - M ABS + Track mode | Yes |
| Airbags | 8 Airbags | 7 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes - M Carbon Ceramic Brakes optional | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - M DSC with MDM + 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 |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Storm BayBlack SapphireMarina Bay BlueSophisto GreyAlpine WhiteM Carbon BlackM Isle of Man Green | Fusion BlackGlacier White Pearl |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.8 | 3.7 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
