Comparing the Kia Carnival and the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Kia Carnival is available at ₹7,361,000, while the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is priced at ₹4,699,000. On the engine front, the Kia Carnival comes with a 2199 cc unit compared to the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe's 1499 cc (Petrol) / 1995 cc (Diesel), producing 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm and 136 bhp (218i) / 148 bhp (220d) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 14.11 kmpl - ARAI for the Kia Carnival versus 17.19 kmpl (220d) - ARAI for the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe. 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 | 2199 cc | 1499 cc (Petrol) / 1995 cc (Diesel) |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) / xDrive AWD (M235i) |
| Engine Type | 2.2L CRDi VGT Turbocharged Diesel | 1.5L B38 TwinPower Petrol / 2.0L B47 Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 Litres | 50 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Automatic | 7-Speed DCT (Petrol) / 8-Speed (Diesel) |
| Mileage | 14.11 kmpl - ARAI | 17.19 kmpl (220d) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 3 (Petrol) / 4 (Diesel) |
| Power | 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm | 136 bhp (218i) / 148 bhp (220d) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 440 Nm @ 1750-2750 rpm | 230 Nm (Petrol) / 360 Nm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic (7-Speed DCT / 8-Speed Steptronic) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 627 Litres (2nd & 3rd row folded) | 430 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2750 kg | 1980 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 188 mm | 135 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2040 kg | 1455 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5115 mm / 1995 mm / 1740 mm | 4526 mm / 1800 mm / 1420 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 7 / 8 / 9 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 3090 mm | 2670 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes - Power Sliding Doors | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch Digital Cluster | 10.25-inch BMW Live Cockpit |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Smart Cruise Control (ADAS) | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - 2nd Row VIP | — |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.25-inch iDrive with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes - Comfort Access |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes - Power Sliding Doors | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes - VIP Lounge Seats (2nd row) | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Leather / Nappa Leather | SensaTec / Vernasca Leather (M Sport) |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker Premium Audio | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker (M Sport) |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Glass 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 | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | LED Adaptive Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Defogger Only (Gran Coupe) |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 235/55 R19 | 205/55 R16 (base) / 225/45 R17 (M Sport) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch Alloy Wheels | 16-inch / 17-inch M Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - DSC |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes - Surround View Monitor | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Fusion BlackGlacier White Pearl | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphirePortimao BlueBrooklyn Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.7 | 4.2 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
