Comparing the Kia Carnival and the Citroen eC3 X 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 Citroen eC3 X is priced at ₹1,199,000. On the engine front, the Kia Carnival comes with a 2199 cc unit compared to the Citroen eC3 X's N/A (Electric Vehicle), producing 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm and 57 HP (42.5 kW) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 14.11 kmpl - ARAI for the Kia Carnival versus 325 km (MIDC claimed range) for the Citroen eC3 X. 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 | N/A (Electric Vehicle) |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | FWD |
| Engine Type | 2.2L CRDi VGT Turbocharged Diesel | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Electric Motor |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 Litres | — |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Electric |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Automatic | — |
| Mileage | 14.11 kmpl - ARAI | 325 km (MIDC claimed range) |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | — |
| Power | 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm | 57 HP (42.5 kW) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | — |
| Torque | 440 Nm @ 1750-2750 rpm | 143 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single-Speed Automatic (Direct Drive) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | — | 29.2 kWh |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 627 Litres (2nd & 3rd row folded) | 315 litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2750 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 188 mm | 180 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2040 kg | 1,230 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5115 mm / 1995 mm / 1740 mm | 3,981 × 1,733 × 1,593 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 7 / 8 / 9 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 3090 mm | 2,540 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | No — Fixed |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes - Power Sliding Doors | — |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Yes — Manual AC |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch Digital Cluster | — |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Smart Cruise Control (ADAS) | No |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - 2nd Row VIP | — |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.2-inch Free-standing Touchscreen |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | No |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | — |
| Power Windows | Yes - Power Sliding Doors | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | No |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | No |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes - VIP Lounge Seats (2nd row) | — |
| Seat Upholstery | Leather / Nappa Leather | — |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker Premium Audio | JBL 6-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | No |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | No |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes (Shine variant) |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | — |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | — |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | — |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | Projector LED |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | — |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | — |
| Tyre Size | 235/55 R19 | 195/65 R15 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch Alloy Wheels | 15-inch Dual-tone Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 2 |
| Brake Assist | Yes | — |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | No |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera | Yes (top variant) |
| 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 | Polar WhitePlatinum GreyCobalt BlueTiger Orange |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.7 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |






