Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Fronx 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 Fronx is available at ₹684,998, while the Kia Carnival is priced at ₹7,361,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Fronx comes with a 1197 cc (1.2L) unit compared to the Kia Carnival's 2199 cc, producing 73.6 kW@5500rpm and 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at Petrol MT: up to 21.79 km/l Petrol AT: up to 22.89 km/l CNG: up to 28.51 km/kg for the Maruti Suzuki Fronx 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 | 1197 cc (1.2L) | 2199 cc |
| Drive Type | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.2 L K-Series (Petrol) | 2.2L CRDi VGT Turbocharged Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 litres | 70 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Petrol+CNG | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed MT, 5-Speed AMT, 6-Speed AT | 8-Speed Automatic |
| Mileage | Petrol MT: up to 21.79 km/l Petrol AT: up to 22.89 km/l CNG: up to 28.51 km/kg | 14.11 kmpl - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 (1.2L) / 3 (1.0L Turbo) | 4 |
| Power | 73.6 kW@5500rpm | 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 147.6@2000 | 440 Nm @ 1750-2750 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic | Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 308 litres | 627 Litres (2nd & 3rd row folded) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2750 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 190 mm | 188 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 965–1060 kg | 2040 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | Length: 3995 mm • Width: 1765 mm • Height: 1550 mm | 5115 mm / 1995 mm / 1740 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 / 8 / 9 |
| Wheelbase | 2520 mm | 3090 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes - Power Sliding Doors |
| Climate Control | Automatic | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | Analog with MID / Digital (variant-wise) | 12.3-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - Smart Cruise Control (ADAS) |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - 2nd Row VIP |
| Infotainment System | 9-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 |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes (select variants) | Yes - VIP Lounge Seats (2nd row) |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric / Premium Fabric / Leatherette (variant-wise) | Leather / Nappa Leather |
| Sound System | 6-speaker premium audio | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker Premium Audio |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | — | Yes |
| Voice Command | — | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | — | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | LED (higher variants) | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Projector | LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 195/60 R16 | 235/55 R19 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless Radial | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Steel / Alloy | 19-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 | 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 | Yes |
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| Color Options | Nexa BlueOpulent RedArctic WhiteEarthen BrownSplendid SilverGrandeur GreyBluish BlackEarthen Brown with Bluish Black RoofSplendid Silver with Bluish Black RoofOpulent Red + Black | Fusion BlackGlacier White Pearl |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 3.7 |
