Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Ignis 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 Ignis is available at ₹534,999, while the Kia Carnival is priced at ₹7,361,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Ignis comes with a 1,197 cc unit compared to the Kia Carnival's 2199 cc, producing 81.80bhp@6000rpm and 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 20.89 kmpl for the Maruti Suzuki Ignis 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 | 1,197 cc | 2199 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.2-litre VVT Naturally Aspirated Petrol Engine | 2.2L CRDi VGT Turbocharged Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 l | 70 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 5-speed Manual 5-speed Auto Gear Shift (AMT) | 8-Speed Automatic |
| Mileage | 20.89 kmpl | 14.11 kmpl - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 81.80bhp@6000rpm | 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm |
| Starter | Key Start / Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 113Nm@4200rpm | 440 Nm @ 1750-2750 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (AMT) | Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 260 l | 627 Litres (2nd & 3rd row folded) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 2750 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 188 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 840 - 865 kg | 2040 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3700 1690 1595 | 5115 mm / 1995 mm / 1740 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 / 8 / 9 |
| Wheelbase | 2435 | 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 (select variants) | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | Analog Instrument Cluster with Multi-Information Display | 12.3-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes - Smart Cruise Control (ADAS) |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - 2nd Row VIP |
| Infotainment System | 7-inch Touchscreen (Smartphone connectivity supported) | 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 - VIP Lounge Seats (2nd row) |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric | Leather / Nappa Leather |
| Sound System | 4 Speakers | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker Premium Audio |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Front USB Port | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | — | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | — | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Front Fog Lamps (select variants) | Yes |
| Headlight | 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 | 175/65 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 | Dual Front Airbags | 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 |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Nexa BlueTurquoise BlueLucent OrangeGlistening GreySilky SilverPearl Arctic WhiteBluish BlackNexa Blue with Black RoofNexa Blue with Silver RoofLucent Orange with Black Roof | Fusion BlackGlacier White Pearl |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 3.7 |








