Comparing the Jeep Meridian 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 Jeep Meridian is available at ₹2,999,000, while the Kia Carnival is priced at ₹7,361,000. On the engine front, the Jeep Meridian comes with a 1956 cc unit compared to the Kia Carnival's 2199 cc, producing 168 bhp @ 3750 rpm and 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 17.10 kmpl - ARAI for the Jeep Meridian 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 | 1956 cc | 2199 cc |
| Drive Type | FWD / AWD (4WD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 2.0L Multijet Turbocharged Diesel | 2.2L CRDi VGT Turbocharged Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 Litres | 70 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 9-Speed Automatic | 8-Speed Automatic |
| Mileage | 17.10 kmpl - ARAI | 14.11 kmpl - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 168 bhp @ 3750 rpm | 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 350 Nm @ 1750-2500 rpm | 440 Nm @ 1750-2750 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 226 Litres (all rows up) | 627 Litres (2nd & 3rd row folded) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2550 kg | 2750 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 205 mm | 188 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1970 kg | 2040 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4760 mm / 1860 mm / 1765 mm | 5115 mm / 1995 mm / 1740 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | 7 / 8 / 9 |
| Wheelbase | 2794 mm | 3090 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes - Power Sliding Doors |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | 12.3-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Adaptive | Yes - Smart Cruise Control (ADAS) |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver | Yes - 2nd Row VIP |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | 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 | Leather | Leather / Nappa Leather |
| Sound System | Alpine 9-Speaker | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker Premium Audio |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | — | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes - LED | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 235/60 R18 | 235/55 R19 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 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 | 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 | Pearl WhiteBrilliant BlackTechno GreenVelvet RedGrigio Magnesio | Fusion BlackGlacier White Pearl |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.1 | 3.7 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
