Comparing the Kia Carnival and the BMW M2 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 M2 is priced at ₹9,999,000. On the engine front, the Kia Carnival comes with a 2199 cc unit compared to the BMW M2's 2993 cc, producing 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm and 460 bhp @ 6250 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 14.11 kmpl - ARAI for the Kia Carnival versus 9.8 kmpl (approx) for the BMW M2. 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 | 2993 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) with M xDrive optional |
| Engine Type | 2.2L CRDi VGT Turbocharged Diesel | 3.0L S58 TwinPower Turbo Inline-6 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 Litres | 52 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Automatic | 6-Speed M Manual / 8-Speed M Steptronic DCT |
| Mileage | 14.11 kmpl - ARAI | 9.8 kmpl (approx) |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 6 |
| Power | 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm | 460 bhp @ 6250 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 440 Nm @ 1750-2750 rpm | 550 Nm @ 2650-5870 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual / Automatic (M DCT) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 627 Litres (2nd & 3rd row folded) | 390 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2750 kg | 2160 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 188 mm | 131 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2040 kg | 1640 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5115 mm / 1995 mm / 1740 mm | 4580 mm / 1887 mm / 1392 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 7 / 8 / 9 | 4 |
| Wheelbase | 3090 mm | 2697 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic (M Variable Sport Steering) |
| 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 | 12.3-inch BMW M Live Cockpit Pro |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Smart Cruise Control (ADAS) | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - 2nd Row VIP | Yes - M Sport seats |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 12.3-inch BMW iDrive 8 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 | M Leather / Merino Leather |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker Premium Audio | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker |
| 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 - M-specific front & rear |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | BMW Adaptive LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Defogger Only |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 235/55 R19 | 275/35 R19 (front) / 285/30 R20 (rear) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch Alloy Wheels | 19-inch / 20-inch M Compound Star Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes - M ABS |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes - M Compound Brakes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - M DSC with MDM Mode |
| 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 | Black SapphireM Portimao BlueBrooklyn GreyVelvet Blue |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.7 | 4.7 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
