Comparing the Kia Carnival and the Hyundai Aura 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 Aura is priced at ₹649,002. On the engine front, the Kia Carnival comes with a 2199 cc unit compared to the Hyundai Aura's 1197 cc, producing 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm and 83 PS @ 6000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 14.11 kmpl - ARAI for the Kia Carnival versus 17 kmpl for the Hyundai Aura. 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 | — | Standard 12V system |
| Displacement | 2199 cc | 1197 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 2.2L CRDi VGT Turbocharged Diesel | 1.2L Kappa Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 Litres | 37 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Automatic | 5-Speed |
| Mileage | 14.11 kmpl - ARAI | 17 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm | 83 PS @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 440 Nm @ 1750-2750 rpm | 113.8 Nm @ 4000 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-Speed Manual |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 627 Litres (2nd & 3rd row folded) | 402 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2750 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 188 mm | 165 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2040 kg | 978 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5115 mm / 1995 mm / 1740 mm | 3995 mm, 1680 mm, 1520 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 7 / 8 / 9 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 3090 mm | 2450 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt Adjustment |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes - Power Sliding Doors | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Fully Automatic Temperature Control (Higher variants) |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch Digital Cluster | Analog with 3.5-inch Multi-Information Display (MID) |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Smart Cruise Control (ADAS) | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - 2nd Row VIP | — |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 8-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Smart Key with Push Start/Stop button |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes - Power Sliding Doors | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | Yes | Smart Key with Push Button Start/Stop |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes - VIP Lounge Seats (2nd row) | Available with Cup Holders |
| Seat Upholstery | Leather / Nappa Leather | Fabric |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker Premium Audio | 4-speaker system |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | — |
| USB Ports | Yes | Fast USB Charger (Type-C) |
| Voice Command | Yes | Supported via smartphone integration |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED Daytime Running Lamps |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Available in mid and top trims |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | Halogen / Projector (Higher variants) |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Electrically Adjustable & Foldable with Turn Indicators |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Z-shaped LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 235/55 R19 | 165/70 R14 (Base) / 175/60 R15 (Top) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless, Radial |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch Alloy Wheels | Steel (Base) / Diamond Cut Alloy (Top) |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | — |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Available in higher variants |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Available in higher variants |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Available in higher variants |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes - Surround View Monitor | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Highline TPMS |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Fusion BlackGlacier White Pearl | Typhoon SilverStarry NightAtlas WhiteTitan Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.7 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
