Comparing the Kia Carnival and the BMW M340i 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 M340i is priced at ₹8,499,000. On the engine front, the Kia Carnival comes with a 2199 cc unit compared to the BMW M340i's 2998 cc, producing 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm and 374 bhp @ 5800-6500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 14.11 kmpl - ARAI for the Kia Carnival versus 13.76 kmpl - ARAI for the BMW M340i. 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 | 2998 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | xDrive AWD |
| Engine Type | 2.2L CRDi VGT Turbocharged Diesel | 3.0L B58 TwinPower Turbo Inline-6 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 Litres | 59 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol (Mild Hybrid 48V) |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Automatic | 8-Speed M Steptronic Sport |
| Mileage | 14.11 kmpl - ARAI | 13.76 kmpl - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 6 |
| Power | 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm | 374 bhp @ 5800-6500 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 440 Nm @ 1750-2750 rpm | 500 Nm @ 1800-5000 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic (8-Speed M Steptronic) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 627 Litres (2nd & 3rd row folded) | 480 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2750 kg | 2235 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 188 mm | 142 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2040 kg | 1695 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5115 mm / 1995 mm / 1740 mm | 4709 mm / 1827 mm / 1442 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 7 / 8 / 9 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 3090 mm | 2851 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic (M Variable Sport Steering) |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | 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 Live Cockpit Professional |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Smart Cruise Control (ADAS) | Yes - Driving Assistant Pro + Active Lane Change |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - 2nd Row VIP | Yes - M Sport Seats (Memory) |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.25-inch BMW iDrive 7 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes - Comfort Access + Digital Key |
| 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 | Vernasca Leather / Merino Leather |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker Premium Audio | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Electric Glass Sliding Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes - USB-A & USB-C |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes - M-aerodynamic body kit |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | BMW Adaptive LED Headlamps + Laserlight |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Defogger Only |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 235/55 R19 | 225/40 R19 (front) / 255/35 R19 (rear) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch Alloy Wheels | 19-inch M Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes - M-specific ABS |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes - M compound brakes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - DSC + DTC + M xDrive |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera | Yes - 360° |
| 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 | Fire RedArctic Race BlueBlack SapphireTanzanite BlueDravit Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.7 | 4.5 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
