Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga 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 Maruti Suzuki Ertiga is available at ₹879,999, while the Kia Carnival is priced at ₹7,361,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga comes with a 1462 cc unit compared to the Kia Carnival's 2199 cc, producing 75.8 kW @6000 RPM and 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 20.51 km/l (Petrol MT) 20.30 km/l (Petrol AT) 26.11 km/kg (CNG) for the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga 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 | — |
| Displacement | 1462 cc | 2199 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.5-litre K15C Naturally Aspirated Petrol Engine (Smart Hybrid) | 2.2L CRDi VGT Turbocharged Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 litres (Petrol) 60 litres (CNG cylinder water capacity) | 70 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Petrol + CNG | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 5/6-speed Manual | 8-Speed Automatic |
| Mileage | 20.51 km/l (Petrol MT) 20.30 km/l (Petrol AT) 26.11 km/kg (CNG) | 14.11 kmpl - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 75.8 kW @6000 RPM | 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 139.0 Nm@4300 RPM | 440 Nm @ 1750-2750 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic | Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 209 l | 627 Litres (2nd & 3rd row folded) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1760 - 1820 kg | 2750 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 185 mm | 188 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1175 -1275 kg | 2040 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4435 1735 1690 mm | 5115 mm / 1995 mm / 1740 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 / 8 / 9 |
| Wheelbase | 2740mm | 3090 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt-adjustable | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes - Power Sliding Doors |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | Analog with Multi-Information Display (MID) | 12.3-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes - Smart Cruise Control (ADAS) |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - 2nd Row VIP |
| Infotainment System | 7-inch SmartPlay Pro Touchscreen | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front & Rear | Yes - Power Sliding Doors |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes (2nd row) | Yes - VIP Lounge Seats (2nd row) |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric (Dual-tone on higher variants) | Leather / Nappa Leather |
| Sound System | 4-speaker audio system | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker Premium Audio |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Front & Rear USB Ports | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | — | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Front Fog Lamps (select variants) | Yes |
| Headlight | Projector Halogen | LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 185/65 R15 | 235/55 R19 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Steel | 19-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags (standard) | 7 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes - 360° Camera |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes - Surround View Monitor |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | — | Yes |
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| Color Options | Arctic WhitePrime Oxford BlueMagma GreyAuburn RedPearl Metallic Dignity BrownSplendid SilverBluish Black | Fusion BlackGlacier White Pearl |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 3.7 |
