Comparing the BMW X1 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 X1 is available at ₹4,999,000, while the Kia Carnival is priced at ₹7,361,000. On the engine front, the BMW X1 comes with a 1499 cc (Petrol) / 1995 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Kia Carnival's 2199 cc, producing 136 bhp (sDrive18i) / 148 bhp (sDrive18d) and 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 16.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 19.98 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI for the BMW X1 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 | 1499 cc (Petrol) / 1995 cc (Diesel) | 2199 cc |
| Drive Type | sDrive (FWD) / xDrive (AWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.5L B38 TwinPower Turbo / 2.0L B47 Diesel | 2.2L CRDi VGT Turbocharged Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 Litres | 70 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 7-Speed DCT (Petrol) / 8-Speed Steptronic (Diesel) | 8-Speed Automatic |
| Mileage | 16.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 19.98 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI | 14.11 kmpl - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 (Petrol) / 4 (Diesel) | 4 |
| Power | 136 bhp (sDrive18i) / 148 bhp (sDrive18d) | 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 230 Nm (Petrol) / 360 Nm (Diesel) | 440 Nm @ 1750-2750 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (7-Speed DCT / 8-Speed Steptronic) | Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 490 Litres | 627 Litres (2nd & 3rd row folded) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 2750 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 195 mm | 188 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1555 kg | 2040 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4500 mm / 1845 mm / 1642 mm | 5115 mm / 1995 mm / 1740 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 / 8 / 9 |
| Wheelbase | 2692 mm | 3090 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | 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 | 10.25-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro | 12.3-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control | Yes - Smart Cruise Control (ADAS) |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver (top) | Yes - 2nd Row VIP |
| Infotainment System | 10.7-inch BMW iDrive 8.5 Touchscreen 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 - Auto Folding | 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 | SensaTec Leatherette / Vernasca Leather (top) | Leather / Nappa Leather |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) / 6-Speaker (base) | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker Premium Audio |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass 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 | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Adaptive Headlamps | LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 225/55 R17 (base) / 225/50 R18 (top) | 235/55 R19 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch / 18-inch Alloy Wheels | 19-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 7 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes - HDC | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° (top) | 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 | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireSpace SilverPortimao BlueCape York Green | Fusion BlackGlacier White Pearl |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.3 | 3.7 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
