Comparing the Kia Carnival and the Hyundai ALCAZAR 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 Hyundai ALCAZAR is priced at ₹1,499,000. On the engine front, the Kia Carnival comes with a 2199 cc unit compared to the Hyundai ALCAZAR's 1482 cc, producing 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm and 160 PS @ 5500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 14.11 kmpl - ARAI for the Kia Carnival versus 17.5 kmpl for the Hyundai ALCAZAR. 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 | — | 12V Standard |
| Displacement | 2199 cc | 1482 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 2.2L CRDi VGT Turbocharged Diesel | 1.5L Turbo GDi Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 Litres | 50 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Automatic | 6-Speed |
| Mileage | 14.11 kmpl - ARAI | 17.5 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm | 160 PS @ 5500 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 440 Nm @ 1750-2750 rpm | 253 Nm @ 1500–3500 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-Speed Manual |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 627 Litres (2nd & 3rd row folded) | 180 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2750 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 188 mm | 200 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2040 kg | — |
| Length, Width, Height | 5115 mm / 1995 mm / 1740 mm | 4560 mm, 1800 mm, 1710mm |
| Seating Capacity | 7 / 8 / 9 | 6 |
| Wheelbase | 3090 mm | 2760 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic Adjustment |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Available with Bluelink buttons |
| Central Locking | Yes - Power Sliding Doors | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch Digital Cluster | 10.25-inch Full Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Smart Cruise Control (ADAS) | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - 2nd Row VIP | 8-way power driver seat & 6-way power passenger seat |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Navigation & Bluelink |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Smart Key with Push Start/Stop |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | — |
| Power Windows | Yes - Power Sliding Doors | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | Yes | — |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Available for 2nd and 3rd row |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes - VIP Lounge Seats (2nd row) | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Leather / Nappa Leather | Premium Dual Tone Leatherette |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker Premium Audio | Bose Premium 8-speaker system |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Voice-enabled Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Multiple Type-C fast chargers |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Available for 1st and 2nd row |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Standard with Silver Skid Plates |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | Horizon LED DRLs & Sequential Turn Indicators |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | LED Fog Lamps |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | Quad-Beam LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Electrically Adjustable & Foldable with Puddle Lamps |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Connected LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 235/55 R19 | 215/60 R17 (Mid) / 215/55 R18 (Top) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless, Radial |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch Alloy Wheels | Diamond Cut Alloys |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera | 360-degree Surround View Monitor |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes - Surround View Monitor | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Highline |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Fusion BlackGlacier White Pearl | Titan Black MatteTitan BlackStarry NightAtlas White |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.7 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
