Comparing the Kia Carnival and the Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee is priced at ₹7,599,000. On the engine front, the Kia Carnival comes with a 2199 cc unit compared to the Jeep Grand Cherokee's 1995 cc (Turbo) / 3604 cc (V6), producing 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm and 375 bhp (PHEV 4xe) / 291 bhp (V6) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 14.11 kmpl - ARAI for the Kia Carnival versus 12 kmpl (approx) for the Jeep Grand Cherokee. 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 | 1995 cc (Turbo) / 3604 cc (V6) |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Quadra-Trac I / Quadra-Drive II 4WD |
| Engine Type | 2.2L CRDi VGT Turbocharged Diesel | 2.0L GME Turbo Petrol (PHEV) / 3.6L Pentastar V6 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 Litres | 72 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol / Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Automatic | 8-Speed Automatic |
| Mileage | 14.11 kmpl - ARAI | 12 kmpl (approx) |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 (Turbo) / 6 (V6) |
| Power | 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm | 375 bhp (PHEV 4xe) / 291 bhp (V6) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 440 Nm @ 1750-2750 rpm | 637 Nm (PHEV) / 347 Nm (V6) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 627 Litres (2nd & 3rd row folded) | 470 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2750 kg | 3050 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 188 mm | 204 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2040 kg | 2490 kg (PHEV) |
| Length, Width, Height | 5115 mm / 1995 mm / 1740 mm | 4899 mm / 1979 mm / 1784 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 7 / 8 / 9 | 5 / 7 |
| Wheelbase | 3090 mm | 2963 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes - Power Sliding Doors | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch Digital Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Smart Cruise Control (ADAS) | Yes - Adaptive ACC with Stop & Go |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - 2nd Row VIP | Yes - Front 10-way |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.1-inch Uconnect 5 with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes - Power Sliding Doors | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes - VIP Lounge Seats (2nd row) | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Leather / Nappa Leather | Nappa Leather |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker Premium Audio | McIntosh 19-Speaker Premium Audio |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | LED Adaptive Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 235/55 R19 | 265/50 R20 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch Alloy Wheels | 20-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 9 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - EVSC |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes - HSA + HDC |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera | Yes - 360° Surround View |
| 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 | Bright WhiteDiamond BlackVelvet RedRocky Mountain |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.7 | 4.2 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
