Comparing the Kia Carnival and the BMW X7 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 X7 is priced at ₹14,999,000. On the engine front, the Kia Carnival comes with a 2199 cc unit compared to the BMW X7's 2998 cc (6-cyl) / 4395 cc (V8), producing 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm and 375 bhp (xDrive40i) / 352 bhp (xDrive40d) / 530 bhp (M60i) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 14.11 kmpl - ARAI for the Kia Carnival versus 11.0 kmpl (approx) for the BMW X7. 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 (6-cyl) / 4395 cc (V8) |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | xDrive AWD |
| Engine Type | 2.2L CRDi VGT Turbocharged Diesel | 3.0L B58 Petrol (xDrive40i) / 3.0L B57 Diesel (xDrive40d) / 4.4L V8 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 Litres | 105 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Automatic | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport |
| Mileage | 14.11 kmpl - ARAI | 11.0 kmpl (approx) |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 6 / 8 |
| Power | 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm | 375 bhp (xDrive40i) / 352 bhp (xDrive40d) / 530 bhp (M60i) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 440 Nm @ 1750-2750 rpm | 500 Nm (6-cyl) / 700 Nm (Diesel) / 750 Nm (V8) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 627 Litres (2nd & 3rd row folded) | 326 Litres (3rd row up) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2750 kg | 3100 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 188 mm | 241 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2040 kg | 2445 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5115 mm / 1995 mm / 1740 mm | 5151 mm / 2000 mm / 1805 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 7 / 8 / 9 | 6 / 7 |
| Wheelbase | 3090 mm | 3105 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic (Integral Active Steering) |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes - Power Sliding Doors | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Tri-Zone + 3rd Row (4-Zone) Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch Digital Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Professional |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Smart Cruise Control (ADAS) | Yes - Extended Traffic Jam Assist + Active Lane Change |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - 2nd Row VIP | Yes - Front + 2nd Row (Massage) |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 14.9-inch BMW iDrive 8 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 - Individual 4-Zone |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes - VIP Lounge Seats (2nd row) | Yes - 2nd Row Executive Lounge |
| Seat Upholstery | Leather / Nappa Leather | Merino Leather |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker Premium Audio | Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound (32-Speaker) |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Sky Lounge Panoramic Glass Roof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes - USB-C throughout |
| 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 (Crown Shape) |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | Laserlight LED Adaptive Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes - Auto Folding + Camera |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 235/55 R19 | 275/50 R20 (front) / 315/45 R20 (rear) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch Alloy Wheels | 20-inch / 22-inch M Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 9 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - DSC + xDrive + ADB |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes - HDC |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera | Yes - Surround View + 3D View |
| 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 | Mineral WhiteCarbon BlackBlack SapphireTanzanite BlueDravit GreyCopper Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.7 | 4.5 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
