Comparing the Kia EV9 and the Kia Carnival side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Kia EV9 is available at ₹13,000,000, while the Kia Carnival is priced at ₹7,361,000. On the engine front, the Kia EV9 comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Kia Carnival's 2199 cc, producing 379 bhp (RWD) / 514 bhp (AWD) and 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm respectively. 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 | 99.8 kWh Lithium-Ion NCM Battery (IP67) | — |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | 2199 cc |
| Drive Type | RWD / AWD | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) - Triple Motor | 2.2L CRDi VGT Turbocharged Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 70 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Diesel |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed Reduction Gearbox | 8-Speed Automatic |
| Mileage | — | 14.11 kmpl - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Power | 379 bhp (RWD) / 514 bhp (AWD) | 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 700 Nm (AWD) | 440 Nm @ 1750-2750 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Automatic |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 99.8 kWh | — |
| Charging Time | DC Fast (800V): 24 min (10-80%) / AC: ~12 hours | — |
| Fast Charging Support | Yes - 800V Ultra-Fast (350 kW compatible) | — |
| Range | 600+ km (WLTP RWD) | — |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes - i-Pedal + Paddle-Shift Regen | — |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 333 Litres (all rows up) + 90 L frunk | 627 Litres (2nd & 3rd row folded) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 3200 kg | 2750 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 185 mm | 188 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2600 kg (AWD) | 2040 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5010 mm / 1980 mm / 1755 mm | 5115 mm / 1995 mm / 1740 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | 7 / 8 / 9 |
| Wheelbase | 3100 mm | 3090 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes - Power Sliding Doors |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch Full Digital Instrument Display | 12.3-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Highway Driving Pilot (Level 2 ADAS) | Yes - Smart Cruise Control (ADAS) |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front + 2nd Row | Yes - 2nd Row VIP |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch + 5-inch Climate Control Screen | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes - Power Sliding Doors |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes - Individual Rear Controls | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes - 2nd Row Relaxation Seats | Yes - VIP Lounge Seats (2nd row) |
| Seat Upholstery | Leather / Nappa Leather (top) | Leather / Nappa Leather |
| Sound System | Meridian 14-Speaker Premium Audio | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker Premium Audio |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C throughout + V2L | Yes |
| 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 |
| Headlight | Digital Pattern Projection LED Headlamps | LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 285/45 R21 | 235/55 R19 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 21-inch Alloy Wheels | 19-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 7 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - VDIM | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera | Yes - 360° Camera |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes - Surround View Monitor | Yes - Surround View Monitor |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Snow WhiteAurora Black PearlOcean BluePanthera MetalPebble Gray | Fusion BlackGlacier White Pearl |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.7 | 3.7 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
