Comparing the Kia Carnival and the BMW M4 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 M4 is priced at ₹13,999,000. On the engine front, the Kia Carnival comes with a 2199 cc unit compared to the BMW M4's 2993 cc, producing 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm and 510 bhp @ 6250 rpm (M4 Competition) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 14.11 kmpl - ARAI for the Kia Carnival versus 9.5 kmpl (approx) for the BMW M4. 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) | RWD / M xDrive AWD (Competition xDrive) |
| Engine Type | 2.2L CRDi VGT Turbocharged Diesel | 3.0L S58 TwinPower Turbo Inline-6 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 Litres | 59 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Automatic | 8-Speed M Steptronic DCT |
| Mileage | 14.11 kmpl - ARAI | 9.5 kmpl (approx) |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 6 |
| Power | 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm | 510 bhp @ 6250 rpm (M4 Competition) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 440 Nm @ 1750-2750 rpm | 650 Nm @ 2750-5500 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic (M Steptronic DCT) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 627 Litres (2nd & 3rd row folded) | 480 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2750 kg | 2280 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 188 mm | 130 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2040 kg | 1730 kg (xDrive) |
| Length, Width, Height | 5115 mm / 1995 mm / 1740 mm | 4794 mm / 1887 mm / 1393 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 7 / 8 / 9 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 3090 mm | 2857 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 - Adaptive |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - 2nd Row VIP | Yes - M Carbon Bucket 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 Carbon Leather / Merino Leather |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker Premium Audio | Harman Kardon 16-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 body kit |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | BMW Adaptive LED Headlamps + Laserlight optional |
| 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 |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes - M ABS with Track mode |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes - M Carbon Ceramic optional |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - M DSC with MDM |
| 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 | Brooklyn GreyBlack SapphireIsle of Man GreenSao Paulo YellowSkyscraper GreyAventurine RedToronto RedPortimao BlueTanzanite BlueDravit Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.7 | 4.8 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
