Comparing the Kia Carnival and the Jeep Wrangler 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 Wrangler is priced at ₹6,799,000. On the engine front, the Kia Carnival comes with a 2199 cc unit compared to the Jeep Wrangler's 1995 cc, producing 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm and 268 bhp @ 5250 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 14.11 kmpl - ARAI for the Kia Carnival versus 11 kmpl (approx) for the Jeep Wrangler. 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 |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Command-Trac 4WD (Part-Time) with 2H/4H/4L |
| Engine Type | 2.2L CRDi VGT Turbocharged Diesel | 2.0L GME Turbocharged Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 Litres | 81.4 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Automatic | 8-Speed Automatic |
| Mileage | 14.11 kmpl - ARAI | 11 kmpl (approx) |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm | 268 bhp @ 5250 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 440 Nm @ 1750-2750 rpm | 400 Nm @ 3000 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 627 Litres (2nd & 3rd row folded) | 142 Litres (4-Door, rear seats up) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2750 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 188 mm | 272 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2040 kg | 2070 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5115 mm / 1995 mm / 1740 mm | 4330 mm / 1874 mm / 1848 mm (4-Door) |
| Seating Capacity | 7 / 8 / 9 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 3090 mm | 2459 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt Adjustable |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes - Power Sliding Doors | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch Digital Cluster | 7-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Smart Cruise Control (ADAS) | Yes - Adaptive |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - 2nd Row VIP | — |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 8.4-inch Uconnect with 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 (Rubicon) |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker Premium Audio | Alpine 9-Speaker (Rubicon) |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Removable Sky One-Touch Power Top (Sahara) / Hard Top (Sport) |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | No - Off-Road Bumpers |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes - LED |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Not Applicable (Removable Top) |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 235/55 R19 | 255/75 R17 (Rubicon) / 245/75 R17 (Sahara) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless (All-Terrain) |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch Alloy Wheels | 17-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 7 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - ESC |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes - Hill Start Assist + Hill Descent Control |
| 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 | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Fusion BlackGlacier White Pearl | Bright WhiteFirecracker RedAnvil Clear CoatBlackSarge Green |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.7 | 4.2 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
