Comparing the Mahindra XUV 3XO 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 Mahindra XUV 3XO is available at ₹754,000, while the Kia Carnival is priced at ₹7,361,000. On the engine front, the Mahindra XUV 3XO comes with a 1,197 cc unit compared to the Kia Carnival's 2199 cc, producing 96 kW @ 5,000 rpm and 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 20 kmpl for the Mahindra XUV 3XO 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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| Battery | 12V automotive battery layout | — |
| Displacement | 1,197 cc | 2199 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | mStallion Turbo Charged Intercooled Gasoline Direct injection (TGDi) engine | 2.2L CRDi VGT Turbocharged Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed Manual / 6-Speed AutoSHIFT+ AMT / 6-Speed AISIN Torque Converter Automatic | 8-Speed Automatic |
| Mileage | 20 kmpl | 14.11 kmpl - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Power | 96 kW @ 5,000 rpm | 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm |
| Starter | Smart passive proximity electronic starter with automatic idle start-stop capabilities | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 230 Nm @ 1,500‑3,750 rpm | 440 Nm @ 1750-2750 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automated Manual Transmission (AMT) / Automatic | Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 364 l | 627 Litres (2nd & 3rd row folded) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1737 kg | 2750 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 201 mm | 188 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1392 kg | 2040 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3,990 mm × 1,821 mm × 1,647 mm | 5115 mm / 1995 mm / 1740 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 / 8 / 9 |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm | 3090 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Electronic Power Steering (EPS) column with adjustable tilt and selectable Smart Steering Modes | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Smart anti-glare electronic internal rearview mirror | Yes |
| Central Locking | Speed-sensing automatic door lock layout | Yes - Power Sliding Doors |
| Climate Control | Dual-Zone Fully Automatic Temperature Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 26.03 cm (10.25-inch) fully digital instrument cluster with customizable layout options | 12.3-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Standard speed cruise controls; range-topping models get Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Stop & Go logic | Yes - Smart Cruise Control (ADAS) |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes | Yes - 2nd Row VIP |
| Infotainment System | 26.03 cm (10.25-inch) AdrenoX floating touchscreen interface with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay profiles | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | — | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Express up/down electronic window links across doors with safety anti-pinch sensors | Yes - Power Sliding Doors |
| Push Start | — | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Dedicated rear-facing climate ventilation modules | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Integrated fold-down armrest with built-in dual cupholders | Yes - VIP Lounge Seats (2nd row) |
| Seat Upholstery | Premium white/leatherette upholstery options on higher specs; high-grade fabrics on lower tiers | Leather / Nappa Leather |
| Sound System | Premium Harman Kardon 7-Speaker sound configuration boasting a dedicated 4-channel digital amplifier | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker Premium Audio |
| Sunroof | First-in-segment "Skyroof" (a massive panoramic sunroof design layout) | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Multiple fast-charging ports (including a high-power 65W Type-C port). | Yes |
| Voice Command | AI voice interaction network syncable with built-in Alexa | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Dual-tone stylized bumpers standard across variations | Yes |
| DRLs | Signature stylized C-shaped LED Daytime Running Lights | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Bumper-integrated front LED fog lights | Yes |
| Headlight | High-throw dual-barrel LED Projector headlamps | LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Electrically controlled side mirrors housing sharp LED blinker strips | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Fully integrated into the rear tailgate window element | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Integrated low-profile roof rails | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | Infinity end-to-end connected horizontal LED tail lamp signature | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/55 R17 | 235/55 R19 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy/ Steel | 19-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 7 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Active Hydraulic Brake Assist logic | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Standard electronic incline descent and uphill holding safety brake lock | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Dedicated second-row anchoring frames | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | 360-degree surround-view camera array on higher luxury models | Yes - 360° Camera |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Sonar-guided rear bumper-integrated proximity sensors | Yes - Surround View Monitor |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Digital Tyre Pressure Monitoring System with live status alerts | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Citrine YellowDeep ForestDune BeigEverest WhiteGalaxy GreyNebula BlueStealth BlackTango Red | Fusion BlackGlacier White Pearl |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 3.7 |
