Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Swift 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 Swift is available at ₹578,900, while the Kia Carnival is priced at ₹7,361,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Swift comes with a 1197 cc unit compared to the Kia Carnival's 2199 cc, producing 82 PS @ 5700 rpm and 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at Up to 22.56 km/l (MT), up to 22.38 km/l (AMT) for the Maruti Suzuki Swift 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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| Battery | 12V Maintenance-Free Battery | — |
| Displacement | 1197 cc | 2199 cc |
| Drive Type | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | Z12E with ISS | 2.2L CRDi VGT Turbocharged Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 Petrol CNG: 55 (Water Filling Capacity) | 70 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol with CNG | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 5-speed MT / 5-speed AMT | 8-Speed Automatic |
| Mileage | Up to 22.56 km/l (MT), up to 22.38 km/l (AMT) | 14.11 kmpl - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 82 PS @ 5700 rpm | 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm |
| Starter | Electric Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 112 Nm @ 4400 rpm | 440 Nm @ 1750-2750 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual/ Automatic | Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 265 l | 627 Litres (2nd & 3rd row folded) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1355 - 1425 kg | 2750 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 163 mm | 188 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 920 - 990 kg | 2040 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | Length 3860 mm Width1735 mm Height 1520 mm | 5115 mm / 1995 mm / 1740 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 / 8 / 9 |
| Wheelbase | 2450 mm | 3090 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt Steering | 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 Speedometer with Multi-Information Digital 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 SmartPlay Studio | 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 (select variants) | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | — | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | — | Yes - VIP Lounge Seats (2nd row) |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric | Leather / Nappa Leather |
| Sound System | 4-Speaker Audio System | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker Premium Audio |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | — | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs (select variants) | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Front Fog Lamps (select variants) | Yes |
| Headlight | Halogen Projector | LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes (higher variants) | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Combination Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 165/80 R14 (lower variants), 185/65 R15 (higher variants) | 235/55 R19 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Steel Wheels | 19-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | Dual Front Airbags (Standard) | 7 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes (AMT variants) | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes (select variants) | Yes - 360° Camera |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes - Surround View Monitor |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | — | Yes |
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| Color Options | Sizzling RedLuster BlueMagma GreyNovel OrangeSplendid SilverPearl Arctic WhiteBluish BlackPearl Arctic White with Bluish BlackLuster Blue with Bluish BlackSizzling Red with Bluish Black | Fusion BlackGlacier White Pearl |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 3.7 |
