Comparing the Kia Carnival and the Maruti Suzuki Jimny 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 Jimny is priced at ₹1,232,000. On the engine front, the Kia Carnival comes with a 2199 cc unit compared to the Maruti Suzuki Jimny's 1462 cc, producing 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm and 77.1kW@6000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 14.11 kmpl - ARAI for the Kia Carnival versus 16.94 km/l (MT), 16.39 km/l (AT) for the Maruti Suzuki Jimny. 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 | — | 12 V Standard Automotive |
| Displacement | 2199 cc | 1462 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Full-time 4WD with ALLGRIP PRO |
| Engine Type | 2.2L CRDi VGT Turbocharged Diesel | K15B with Idle Start Stop |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 Litres | 40 litres |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Automatic | 5-speed MT / 4-speed AT |
| Mileage | 14.11 kmpl - ARAI | 16.94 km/l (MT), 16.39 km/l (AT) |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm | 77.1kW@6000 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 440 Nm @ 1750-2750 rpm | 134.2 Nm@4000 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual / Automatic |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | — | 12 V standard |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 627 Litres (2nd & 3rd row folded) | 332 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2750 kg | 1545 |
| Ground Clearance | 188 mm | 210 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2040 kg | 1200 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5115 mm / 1995 mm / 1740 mm | Length: 3985 mm • Width: 1645 mm • Height: 1720 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 7 / 8 / 9 | 4 |
| Wheelbase | 3090 mm | 2590 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt adjustable |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes - Power Sliding Doors | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Automatic |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch Digital Cluster | Analog dials with central digital display |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Smart Cruise Control (ADAS) | Available in higher trims |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - 2nd Row VIP | Driver only (higher trims) |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto |
| 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 | Premium 6-speaker audio |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | — |
| USB Ports | Yes | Front & Rear |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | — |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | LED |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | LED Projector |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED |
| Tyre Size | 235/55 R19 | 195/80 R15 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless Radial |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch Alloy Wheels | Steel / Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 6 |
| 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 | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Fusion BlackGlacier White Pearl | Nexa BlueBluish BlackKinetic Yellow with Bluish BlackSizzling RedGranite GreyPearl Arctic WhiteSizzling Red with Bluish Black |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.7 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
