Comparing the Kia Carnival and the BMW X3 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 X3 is priced at ₹7,499,000. On the engine front, the Kia Carnival comes with a 2199 cc unit compared to the BMW X3's 1998 cc, producing 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm and 248 bhp (xDrive30i) / 190 bhp (xDrive20d) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 14.11 kmpl - ARAI for the Kia Carnival versus 14.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 17.88 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI for the BMW X3. 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 | 1998 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | xDrive AWD |
| Engine Type | 2.2L CRDi VGT Turbocharged Diesel | 2.0L B48 TwinPower Turbo Petrol / 2.0L B47 Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 Litres | 65 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Automatic | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport |
| Mileage | 14.11 kmpl - ARAI | 14.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 17.88 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm | 248 bhp (xDrive30i) / 190 bhp (xDrive20d) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 440 Nm @ 1750-2750 rpm | 350 Nm (Petrol) / 400 Nm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 627 Litres (2nd & 3rd row folded) | 550 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2750 kg | 2530 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 188 mm | 204 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2040 kg | 1840 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5115 mm / 1995 mm / 1740 mm | 4755 mm / 1891 mm / 1676 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 7 / 8 / 9 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 3090 mm | 2865 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 | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch Digital Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Smart Cruise Control (ADAS) | Yes - Active Cruise Control + Stop & Go |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - 2nd Row VIP | Yes - Front (Memory) |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 12.3-inch BMW iDrive 8.5 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 | SensaTec / Vernasca Leather |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker Premium Audio | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic 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 |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | LED Adaptive Headlamps with ADB |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 235/55 R19 | 225/60 R18 (base) / 245/50 R19 (top) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch Alloy Wheels | 18-inch / 19-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 8 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes - DBC |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - DSC + DTC + xDrive |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes - HDC |
| 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 | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireBrooklyn GreyTanzanite BlueDune Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.7 | 4.4 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
