Comparing the BMW X7 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 X7 is available at ₹14,999,000, while the Kia Carnival is priced at ₹7,361,000. On the engine front, the BMW X7 comes with a 2998 cc (6-cyl) / 4395 cc (V8) unit compared to the Kia Carnival's 2199 cc, producing 375 bhp (xDrive40i) / 352 bhp (xDrive40d) / 530 bhp (M60i) and 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 11.0 kmpl (approx) for the BMW X7 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 (6-cyl) / 4395 cc (V8) | 2199 cc |
| Drive Type | xDrive AWD | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 3.0L B58 Petrol (xDrive40i) / 3.0L B57 Diesel (xDrive40d) / 4.4L V8 | 2.2L CRDi VGT Turbocharged Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 Litres | 70 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport | 8-Speed Automatic |
| Mileage | 11.0 kmpl (approx) | 14.11 kmpl - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 / 8 | 4 |
| Power | 375 bhp (xDrive40i) / 352 bhp (xDrive40d) / 530 bhp (M60i) | 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 500 Nm (6-cyl) / 700 Nm (Diesel) / 750 Nm (V8) | 440 Nm @ 1750-2750 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) | Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 326 Litres (3rd row up) | 627 Litres (2nd & 3rd row folded) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 3100 kg | 2750 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 241 mm | 188 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2445 kg | 2040 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5151 mm / 2000 mm / 1805 mm | 5115 mm / 1995 mm / 1740 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | 7 / 8 / 9 |
| Wheelbase | 3105 mm | 3090 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (Integral Active Steering) | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes - Power Sliding Doors |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone + 3rd Row (4-Zone) Automatic Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Professional | 12.3-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Extended Traffic Jam Assist + Active Lane Change | Yes - Smart Cruise Control (ADAS) |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front + 2nd Row (Massage) | Yes - 2nd Row VIP |
| Infotainment System | 14.9-inch BMW iDrive 8 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 - Individual 4-Zone | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes - 2nd Row Executive Lounge | Yes - VIP Lounge Seats (2nd row) |
| Seat Upholstery | Merino Leather | Leather / Nappa Leather |
| Sound System | Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound (32-Speaker) | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker Premium Audio |
| Sunroof | Sky Lounge Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C throughout | 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 (Crown Shape) | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | Laserlight LED Adaptive Headlamps | LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Auto Folding + Camera | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 275/50 R20 (front) / 315/45 R20 (rear) | 235/55 R19 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 20-inch / 22-inch M Alloy Wheels | 19-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 9 Airbags | 7 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + xDrive + ADB | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes - HDC | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - Surround View + 3D View | 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 | Mineral WhiteCarbon BlackBlack SapphireTanzanite BlueDravit GreyCopper Grey | Fusion BlackGlacier White Pearl |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | 3.7 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
