Comparing the Kia Carnival and the BMW M5 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 M5 is priced at ₹18,999,000. On the engine front, the Kia Carnival comes with a 2199 cc unit compared to the BMW M5's 4395 cc, producing 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm and 727 bhp (combined system output) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 14.11 kmpl - ARAI for the Kia Carnival versus 10.5 kmpl (approx) for the BMW M5. 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 | — | 18.6 kWh PHEV Battery |
| Displacement | 2199 cc | 4395 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | M xDrive AWD |
| Engine Type | 2.2L CRDi VGT Turbocharged Diesel | 4.4L S63 V8 TwinPower Turbo + PHEV Electric Motor |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 Litres | 59 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol + PHEV |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Automatic | 8-Speed M Steptronic |
| Mileage | 14.11 kmpl - ARAI | 10.5 kmpl (approx) |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 8 |
| Power | 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm | 727 bhp (combined system output) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 440 Nm @ 1750-2750 rpm | 1000 Nm (combined) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic (8-Speed M Steptronic DCT) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | — | 18.6 kWh (PHEV) |
| Charging Time | — | AC: ~3.5 hours (3.7 kW) |
| Range | — | 67 km EV range |
| Regenerative Braking | — | Yes |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 627 Litres (2nd & 3rd row folded) | 500 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2750 kg | 3050 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 188 mm | 128 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2040 kg | 2440 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5115 mm / 1995 mm / 1740 mm | 5060 mm / 1900 mm / 1464 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 7 / 8 / 9 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 3090 mm | 2995 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic (M Integral Active 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 Curved Display (M-specific) |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Smart Cruise Control (ADAS) | Yes - Driving Assistant Pro + Active Lane Change |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - 2nd Row VIP | Yes - M Carbon Bucket Seats with Heating |
| 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 |
| 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 Full Merino Leather / Alcantara |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker Premium Audio | Bowers & Wilkins 18-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Glass Sunroof |
| 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 - M-specific wide body |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | BMW Adaptive LED Laserlight |
| 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 R20 (front) / 285/35 R20 (rear) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch Alloy Wheels | 20-inch M Compound Star Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes - M ABS + Track mode |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 8 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes - M Carbon Ceramic Brakes optional |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - M DSC with MDM + 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 | Storm BayBlack SapphireMarina Bay BlueSophisto GreyAlpine WhiteM Carbon BlackM Isle of Man Green |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.7 | 4.8 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
