Comparing the Kia Carnival and the Maruti Suzuki Ignis 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 Maruti Suzuki Ignis is priced at ₹534,999. On the engine front, the Kia Carnival comes with a 2199 cc unit compared to the Maruti Suzuki Ignis's 1,197 cc, producing 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm and 81.80bhp@6000rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 14.11 kmpl - ARAI for the Kia Carnival versus 20.89 kmpl for the Maruti Suzuki Ignis. 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 |
| Displacement | 2199 cc | 1,197 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 2.2L CRDi VGT Turbocharged Diesel | 1.2-litre VVT Naturally Aspirated Petrol Engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 Litres | 32 l |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Automatic | 5-speed Manual 5-speed Auto Gear Shift (AMT) |
| Mileage | 14.11 kmpl - ARAI | 20.89 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm | 81.80bhp@6000rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Key Start / Push Button Start |
| Torque | 440 Nm @ 1750-2750 rpm | 113Nm@4200rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual / Automatic (AMT) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 627 Litres (2nd & 3rd row folded) | 260 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2750 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 188 mm | 180 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2040 kg | 840 - 865 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5115 mm / 1995 mm / 1740 mm | 3700 1690 1595 |
| Seating Capacity | 7 / 8 / 9 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 3090 mm | 2435 |
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 (select variants) |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch Digital Cluster | Analog Instrument Cluster with Multi-Information Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Smart Cruise Control (ADAS) | — |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - 2nd Row VIP | — |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 7-inch Touchscreen (Smartphone connectivity supported) |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes - Power Sliding Doors | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes - VIP Lounge Seats (2nd row) | — |
| Seat Upholstery | Leather / Nappa Leather | Fabric |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker Premium Audio | 4 Speakers |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | — |
| USB Ports | Yes | Front USB Port |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | — |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | — |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Front Fog Lamps (select variants) |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | Halogen |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 235/55 R19 | 175/65 R15 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch Alloy Wheels | Steel |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | Dual Front 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 | — |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Fusion BlackGlacier White Pearl | Nexa BlueTurquoise BlueLucent OrangeGlistening GreySilky SilverPearl Arctic WhiteBluish BlackNexa Blue with Black RoofNexa Blue with Silver RoofLucent Orange with Black Roof |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.7 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
