Comparing the Kia Carnival and the Hyundai CRETA Electric 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 CRETA Electric is priced at ₹1,802,201. Fuel efficiency stands at 14.11 kmpl - ARAI for the Kia Carnival versus 510 km / full charge for the Hyundai CRETA Electric. 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 | — | Lithium-ion |
| Displacement | 2199 cc | — |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | FWD |
| Engine Type | 2.2L CRDi VGT Turbocharged Diesel | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 Litres | — |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Electric (Battery) |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Automatic | — |
| Mileage | 14.11 kmpl - ARAI | 510 km / full charge |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | — |
| Power | 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm | 171 bhp (126 kW) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | — |
| Torque | 440 Nm @ 1750-2750 rpm | 255 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed Automatic |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | — | 51.4 kWh |
| Charging Time | — | 4.8 hours (0-100%) |
| Fast Charging Support | — | Yes, via CCS2 charging port with multi-color SOC indicator |
| Range | — | 510 km per full charge |
| Regenerative Braking | — | 4 levels of intensity, adjustable via steering-mounted paddle shifters |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 627 Litres (2nd & 3rd row folded) | 433 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2750 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 188 mm | 190 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2040 kg | — |
| Length, Width, Height | 5115 mm / 1995 mm / 1740 mm | 4340 mm / 1790 mm / 1655 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 7 / 8 / 9 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 3090 mm | 2610 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes - Power Sliding Doors | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Temperature Control (DATC) with touch interface |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch Digital Cluster | 10.25-inch Full Digital Curvilinear twin-screen setup |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Smart Cruise Control (ADAS) | Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - 2nd Row VIP | Available (8-way Powered Driver Seat) |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | Dual 26.03 cm curvilinear screens (Cluster + Touchscreen) |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | — |
| Power Windows | Yes - Power Sliding Doors | All 4 windows (Front & Rear); Driver’s window with Auto up/down and Safety Power (Anti-pinch) |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes - VIP Lounge Seats (2nd row) | Included with dual cup holders |
| Seat Upholstery | Leather / Nappa Leather | Leatherette |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker Premium Audio | Bose Premium 8-speaker system |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Voice-assisted Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Available (3 Type-C ports) |
| Voice Command | Yes | Available (Bluelink connected) |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | Horizon LED Daytime Running Lights |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | LED Front Fog Lamps |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | Quad-beam LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Electrically Foldable and Adjustable with integrated LED Turn Indicators |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Connected LED Tail Lamps with a signature light bar |
| Tyre Size | 235/55 R19 | 215/60 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Low Rolling Resistance (LRR) |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch Alloy Wheels | Aero alloy wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Emergency Brake Assist |
| 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 Camera |
| 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 | Ocean BlueAtlas WhiteFiery RedStarry NightTitanium BlackTitanium Black MatteRobust Emerald MatteTitan Grey Matte |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.7 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |









