Comparing the Kia Carnival and the Tata Punch 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 Tata Punch is priced at ₹564,990. On the engine front, the Kia Carnival comes with a 2199 cc unit compared to the Tata Punch's 1199 cc, producing 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm and 87.8 PS @ 6000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 14.11 kmpl - ARAI for the Kia Carnival versus 20 kmpl for the Tata Punch. 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 Lead-Acid Maintenance-Free starter unit |
| Displacement | 2199 cc | 1199 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 2.2L CRDi VGT Turbocharged Diesel | 1.2L Revotron |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 Litres | 37 l |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol / CNG |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Automatic | 5-Speed Manual/AMT |
| Mileage | 14.11 kmpl - ARAI | 20 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Power | 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm | 87.8 PS @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 440 Nm @ 1750-2750 rpm | 115 Nm @ 3250 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual / Automatic (AMT) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 627 Litres (2nd & 3rd row folded) | 366 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2750 kg | 1440 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 188 mm | 193 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2040 kg | 1000 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5115 mm / 1995 mm / 1740 mm | 3876, 1742, 1615 |
| Seating Capacity | 7 / 8 / 9 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 3090 mm | 2445 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Electric Power Steering with Tilt adjustment |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes - Power Sliding Doors | Remote central locking with flip key or wearable smart key configurations |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Fully Automatic Climate Control with 'Xpress Cool' function |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch Digital Cluster | 4-inch LCD digital driver display cluster up to a 7-inch semi-digital color TFT console on top tiers |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Smart Cruise Control (ADAS) | Available standard on mid-to-high trims |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - 2nd Row VIP | — |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 7-inch or an upgraded premium 10.25-inch Touchscreen Infotainment system by Harman with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay integration |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Passive smart key proximity sensor with Engine |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes - Power Sliding Doors | Front and Rear power windows with driver-side auto-down toggle switch |
| Push Start | Yes | Start/Stop push button |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes - VIP Lounge Seats (2nd row) | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Leather / Nappa Leather | Premium fabric seats matching variant-specific interior persona layouts |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker Premium Audio | 6-Speaker Premium Audio Array |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Voice-assisted Electric Sunroof with anti-pinch protection |
| USB Ports | Yes | Primary Type-A media port along with a 12V auxiliary outlet, while the rear console features a high-output fast-charging USB Type-C port |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Standard front and rear bumpers accented with Granite Black rugged lower body cladding |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | Integrated LED Daytime Running Lights |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Front Halogen Fog Lamps |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | Halogen Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Electrically adjustable and auto-folding side mirrors with integrated LED side indicators |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Rear Windscreen Smart Wiper, Wash, and Defogger layout equipped |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps with signature geometric styling lines |
| Tyre Size | 235/55 R19 | 195/60 R16 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial Tubeless Tyres |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch Alloy Wheels | Steel Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | — |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Standard outboard rear seat provisions included |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera | 360-Degree Surround View Camera System |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes - Surround View Monitor | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Available highline |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Fusion BlackGlacier White Pearl | Pristine WhiteDaytona GreyBengal RougeCoorg CloudsCaramelCyantafic |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.7 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
