Comparing the Kia Seltos 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 Seltos is available at ₹1,372,000, while the Kia Carnival is priced at ₹7,361,000. On the engine front, the Kia Seltos comes with a 1497 cc (Petrol NA) / 1482 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Kia Carnival's 2199 cc, producing 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (Petrol NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Petrol Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) and 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 18.30 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.38 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI for the Kia Seltos versus 14.11 kmpl - ARAI for the Kia Carnival. 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 | 1497 cc (Petrol NA) / 1482 cc (Diesel) | 2199 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | Smartstream G1.5 Petrol / Smartstream G1.5 Turbo / Smartstream G1.4 Turbo GDi / U2 1.5 CRDI Diesel | 2.2L CRDi VGT Turbocharged Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 Litres | 70 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed Manual / 6-Speed iMT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT | 8-Speed Automatic |
| Mileage | 18.30 kmpl (Petrol AT) / 21.38 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI | 14.11 kmpl - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm (Petrol NA) / 158 bhp @ 5500 rpm (Petrol Turbo) / 114 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) | 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 144 Nm @ 4500 rpm (Petrol NA) / 253 Nm @ 1500-4500 rpm (Petrol Turbo) / 250 Nm @ 1500-2750 rpm (Diesel) | 440 Nm @ 1750-2750 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic / DCT / iMT | Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 433 Litres | 627 Litres (2nd & 3rd row folded) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 2750 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 190 mm | 188 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1320 kg | 2040 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4365 mm / 1800 mm / 1645 mm | 5115 mm / 1995 mm / 1740 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 / 8 / 9 |
| Wheelbase | 2610 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 | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Full Digital Cluster | 12.3-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Smart Cruise Control (ADAS top) | Yes - Smart Cruise Control (ADAS) |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver 8-way (top) | Yes - 2nd Row VIP |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Smart Key | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes - Power Sliding Doors |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes - VIP Lounge Seats (2nd row) |
| Seat Upholstery | Leatherette (top) / Fabric (base) | Leather / Nappa Leather |
| Sound System | Bose 8-Speaker Premium Audio (top) | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker Premium Audio |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof (HTX/GTX+) | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - Front & Rear | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes - via UVO app | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes - LED | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R17 (base) / 215/55 R17 (top) | 235/55 R19 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | 19-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags (Driver, Passenger, 2 Side, 2 Curtain) | 7 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes - Brake Assist System (BAS) | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - ESC + VSM | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes - HAC | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera (top) | Yes - 360° Camera |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes - Front & Rear | Yes - Surround View Monitor |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Glacier White PearlImperial BlueFrost BluePewter OliveAurora Black PearlMagma RedGravity GraySparkling SilverMorning Haze | Fusion BlackGlacier White Pearl |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | 3.7 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
