Comparing the Kia Carnival and the BMW iX 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 iX is priced at ₹11,999,000. On the engine front, the Kia Carnival comes with a 2199 cc unit compared to the BMW iX's N/A (Electric), producing 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm and 326 bhp (iX xDrive40) / 523 bhp (iX xDrive50) / 611 bhp (iX M60) respectively. 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 | — | 111.5 kWh NMC (xDrive50) / 76.6 kWh (xDrive40) |
| Displacement | 2199 cc | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | xDrive AWD (Dual Motor) |
| Engine Type | 2.2L CRDi VGT Turbocharged Diesel | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (AWD - Dual) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 Litres | — |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Electric |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Automatic | Single-Speed |
| Mileage | 14.11 kmpl - ARAI | — |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | — |
| Power | 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm | 326 bhp (iX xDrive40) / 523 bhp (iX xDrive50) / 611 bhp (iX M60) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 440 Nm @ 1750-2750 rpm | 630 Nm (xDrive40) / 765 Nm (xDrive50) / 1100 Nm (M60) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic (Single-Speed) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | — | 111.5 kWh |
| Charging Time | — | DC Fast: ~35 min (10-80%) / AC: ~11 hours (22 kW) |
| Fast Charging Support | — | Yes - DC (200 kW) |
| Range | — | 630 km - WLTP (xDrive50) |
| Regenerative Braking | — | Yes - Adaptive Regen (B mode) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 627 Litres (2nd & 3rd row folded) | 500 Litres + 80 L frunk |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2750 kg | 3150 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 188 mm | 205 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2040 kg | 2530 kg (xDrive50) |
| Length, Width, Height | 5115 mm / 1995 mm / 1740 mm | 4953 mm / 1967 mm / 1696 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 7 / 8 / 9 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 3090 mm | 3000 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes - Power Sliding Doors | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control with Heat Pump |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch Digital Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Panoramic Curved Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Smart Cruise Control (ADAS) | Yes - Driving Assistant Professional |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - 2nd Row VIP | Yes - Front (Memory + Massage) |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 14.9-inch BMW Curved Display with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes - Comfort Access + Digital Key Plus |
| 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 | Microfibre / Veganza / Merino Leather |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker Premium Audio | Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound (30-Speaker) |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Sky Lounge Panoramic Glass Roof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes - USB-C |
| Voice Command | Yes | 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 - Integrated LED |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | BMW Adaptive LED Laserlight Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 235/55 R19 | 255/50 R21 (front) / 275/45 R21 (rear) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch Alloy Wheels | 21-inch Aerodynamic 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 + DTC + xDrive + ADB |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes - HDC |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera | Yes - 360° Surround View |
| 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 | Mineral WhiteBlack SapphireArctic Race BlueSophisto GreyStorm BayAlpine WhiteDark GraphiteAventurin Red MetallicDune Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.7 | 4.4 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
