Comparing the Kia Carnival and the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R 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 Wagon R is priced at ₹498,900. On the engine front, the Kia Carnival comes with a 2199 cc unit compared to the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R's 1197 cc, producing 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm and 66.9 kW (90.9 PS) @ 6000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 14.11 kmpl - ARAI for the Kia Carnival versus Petrol MT: ~24.35 km/l – Petrol AMT: ~25.19 km/l – CNG: ~34.05 km/kg for the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R. 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 | 1197 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | 2.2L CRDi VGT Turbocharged Diesel | 1.2L Advanced K- Series Dual Jet, Dual VVT Engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 Litres | 32 l |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol / CNG |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Automatic | 5-speed Manual / 5-speed AMT |
| Mileage | 14.11 kmpl - ARAI | Petrol MT: ~24.35 km/l – Petrol AMT: ~25.19 km/l – CNG: ~34.05 km/kg |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm | 66.9 kW (90.9 PS) @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric starter |
| Torque | 440 Nm @ 1750-2750 rpm | 113.7 Nm @ 4200 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | MT/AGS |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 627 Litres (2nd & 3rd row folded) | 355 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2750 kg | 1340 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 188 mm | 165 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2040 kg | 825 - 935 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5115 mm / 1995 mm / 1740 mm | 3655 mm / 1620 mm / 1675 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 7 / 8 / 9 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 3090 mm | 2435 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 | Manual AC |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch Digital Cluster | Semi-digital instrument cluster |
| 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 (higher variants) |
| 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-speaker audio system |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | — |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes (with infotainment system) |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | — |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | — |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Available on higher variants |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | Halogen |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Available on higher variants |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | — |
| Tyre Size | 235/55 R19 | 165/70 R14 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless radial |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch Alloy Wheels | Steel wheels / Alloy wheels |
Safety |
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| 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 (AMT variants) |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera | Available on higher variants |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes - Surround View Monitor | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Available on higher variants |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Fusion BlackGlacier White Pearl | SOLID WHITEMagnum Red |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.7 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
