Comparing the Kia Carnival and the Jeep Meridian 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 Meridian is priced at ₹2,999,000. On the engine front, the Kia Carnival comes with a 2199 cc unit compared to the Jeep Meridian's 1956 cc, producing 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm and 168 bhp @ 3750 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 14.11 kmpl - ARAI for the Kia Carnival versus 17.10 kmpl - ARAI for the Jeep Meridian. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
Engine & Performance |
||
| Displacement | 2199 cc | 1956 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | FWD / AWD (4WD) |
| Engine Type | 2.2L CRDi VGT Turbocharged Diesel | 2.0L Multijet Turbocharged Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 Litres | 65 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Automatic | 9-Speed Automatic |
| Mileage | 14.11 kmpl - ARAI | 17.10 kmpl - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm | 168 bhp @ 3750 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 440 Nm @ 1750-2750 rpm | 350 Nm @ 1750-2500 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
||
| Boot Space | 627 Litres (2nd & 3rd row folded) | 226 Litres (all rows up) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2750 kg | 2550 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 188 mm | 205 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2040 kg | 1970 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5115 mm / 1995 mm / 1740 mm | 4760 mm / 1860 mm / 1765 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 7 / 8 / 9 | 6 / 7 |
| Wheelbase | 3090 mm | 2794 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
||
| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | 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 |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - 2nd Row VIP | Yes - Driver |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.25-inch 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 | Leather |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker Premium Audio | Alpine 9-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
||
| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes - LED |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 235/55 R19 | 235/60 R18 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch Alloy Wheels | 18-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
||
| 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 - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes - Surround View Monitor | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
||
| Car Image 1 |
|
|
| Car Image 2 | — |
|
| Car Image 3 | — |
|
| Color Options | Fusion BlackGlacier White Pearl | Pearl WhiteBrilliant BlackTechno GreenVelvet RedGrigio Magnesio |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.7 | 4.1 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
