Comparing the Kia Carnival and the Hyundai i20 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 i20 is priced at ₹704,000. On the engine front, the Kia Carnival comes with a 2199 cc unit compared to the Hyundai i20'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 16 kmpl for the Hyundai i20. 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 | 1197 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 2.2L CRDi VGT Turbocharged Diesel | 1.2L Kappa Petrol with Dual VTVT |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 Litres | 37 l |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Automatic | 5-Speed |
| Mileage | 14.11 kmpl - ARAI | 16 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 | 114.7 Nm @ 4200 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-Speed Manual / IVT (CVT) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 627 Litres (2nd & 3rd row folded) | 311 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2750 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 188 mm | 170 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2040 kg | 915 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5115 mm / 1995 mm / 1740 mm | 3995 mm, 1775 mm, 1505 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 7 / 8 / 9 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 3090 mm | 2580 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic Adjustment |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes - Power Sliding Doors | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Fully Automatic Temperature Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch Digital Cluster | Digital Instrument Cluster with Multi-Information Display |
| 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 or 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Navigation |
| 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 | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes - VIP Lounge Seats (2nd row) | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Leather / Nappa Leather | Fabric / Semi-Leatherette |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker Premium Audio | Bose Premium 7-speaker system |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Electric Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Front Type-C Fast Charger + Rear USB Port |
| Voice Command | Yes | Available via Bluelink |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Available with Cooling Pad |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED Daytime Running Lamps |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | — |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | LED MFR Headlamps / Halogen |
| 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 | 185/65 R15 (Mid) / 195/55 R16 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless, Radial |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch Alloy Wheels | Steel (Base) / Hub Wheel (Mid) / Diamond Cut Alloy (Top) |
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 | Yes |
| 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 | Amazon GreyFiery RedStarry NightAtlas WhiteTitan GreyTitan Grey Matte |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.7 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
