Comparing the Kia Carnival and the Tata Tiago 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 Tiago is priced at ₹499,000. On the engine front, the Kia Carnival comes with a 2199 cc unit compared to the Tata Tiago's 1199 cc, producing 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm and Petrol: 84–86 bhp @ 6000 rpm; CNG: 72–74 bhp respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 14.11 kmpl - ARAI for the Kia Carnival versus Petrol: 19 kmpl; CNG: 28 km/kg for the Tata Tiago. 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 | 1199 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | FWD |
| Engine Type | 2.2L CRDi VGT Turbocharged Diesel | 1.2L Revotron Petrol (3-cyl), 1.2L i-CNG (3-cyl) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 Litres | Petrol: 35 L; CNG: 60 L cylinder |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol / CNG |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Automatic | 5-speed |
| Mileage | 14.11 kmpl - ARAI | Petrol: 19 kmpl; CNG: 28 km/kg |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Power | 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm | Petrol: 84–86 bhp @ 6000 rpm; CNG: 72–74 bhp |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Key / Push Start |
| Torque | 440 Nm @ 1750-2750 rpm | Petrol: 113 Nm @ 3300 rpm; CNG: 95–97 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual / AMT |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 627 Litres (2nd & 3rd row folded) | 242 L |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2750 kg | 500 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 188 mm | 168–170 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2040 kg | 935–991 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5115 mm / 1995 mm / 1740 mm | 3769 mm × 1677 mm × 1536 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 7 / 8 / 9 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 3090 mm | 2400 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt only |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes - Power Sliding Doors | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual AC / Automatic |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch Digital Cluster | Analog + Digital MID |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Smart Cruise Control (ADAS) | No |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - 2nd Row VIP | No |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 7-inch / 10.25-inch touchscreen |
| 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 | No |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes - VIP Lounge Seats (2nd row) | No |
| Seat Upholstery | Leather / Nappa Leather | Premium Fabric |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker Premium Audio | Harman audio system |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | No |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | No |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | Yes |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | Halogen |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Electrically adjustable & foldable |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | No |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Conventional with LED elements |
| Tyre Size | 235/55 R19 | 175/65 R14 or 175/60 R15 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch Alloy Wheels | Steel / Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 2 Standard |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | No |
| 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 | No |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Fusion BlackGlacier White Pearl | Flame Red, Opal White, Daytona Grey, Midnight Plum, Arizona Blue |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.7 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
