Comparing the Kia Carnival and the Toyota Fortuner 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 Toyota Fortuner is priced at ₹4,495,000. On the engine front, the Kia Carnival comes with a 2199 cc unit compared to the Toyota Fortuner's 2755 cc (Diesel) / 3956 cc (Petrol), producing 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm and 201 bhp @ 3000-3400 rpm (Diesel) / 242 bhp @ 5600 rpm (Petrol) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 14.11 kmpl - ARAI for the Kia Carnival versus 14.24 kmpl (Diesel AT) / 13.86 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI for the Toyota Fortuner. 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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| Displacement | 2199 cc | 2755 cc (Diesel) / 3956 cc (Petrol) |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | 4WD (4x4) / RWD (2WD) |
| Engine Type | 2.2L CRDi VGT Turbocharged Diesel | 2GD-FTV Diesel / 1GR-FE Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 Litres | 80 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel / Petrol |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Automatic | 6-Speed Automatic / 6-Speed Manual |
| Mileage | 14.11 kmpl - ARAI | 14.24 kmpl (Diesel AT) / 13.86 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 (Diesel) / 6 (Petrol) |
| Power | 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm | 201 bhp @ 3000-3400 rpm (Diesel) / 242 bhp @ 5600 rpm (Petrol) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric (Push Button Start) |
| Torque | 440 Nm @ 1750-2750 rpm | 420 Nm @ 1400-2800 rpm (Diesel) / 376 Nm @ 4400 rpm (Petrol) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic / Manual (Diesel) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 627 Litres (2nd & 3rd row folded) | 397 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2750 kg | 2800 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 188 mm | 221 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2040 kg | 2030 kg (Diesel 4WD) |
| Length, Width, Height | 5115 mm / 1995 mm / 1740 mm | 4795 mm / 1855 mm / 1835 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 7 / 8 / 9 | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 3090 mm | 2745 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes - Power Sliding Doors | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch Digital Cluster | 7-inch Multi-Info Display + Analog |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Smart Cruise Control (ADAS) | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - 2nd Row VIP | Yes - Driver (top) |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 9-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes - Smart Entry |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes - Power Sliding Doors | Yes - All 4 Windows |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes - VIP Lounge Seats (2nd row) | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Leather / Nappa Leather | Leather (top variants) |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker Premium Audio | JBL 11-Speaker Premium Audio |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | — |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes - Front & Rear |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes - LED Fog Lamps |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 235/55 R19 | 265/60 R18 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch Alloy Wheels | 18-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 7 Airbags (Driver, Passenger, 2 Side, 2 Curtain, Knee) |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes - HAC + DAC |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera | Yes - 360-degree Camera |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes - Surround View Monitor | Yes - Front & Rear |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Fusion BlackGlacier White Pearl | Platinum WhiteSuper WhiteAttitude BlackSparking Black CrystalSilver MetallicAvant Garde Bronze |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.7 | 4.0 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
