Comparing the Maruti Suzuki XL6 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 XL6 is available at ₹1,151,999, while the Kia Carnival is priced at ₹7,361,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki XL6 comes with a 1462 cc unit compared to the Kia Carnival's 2199 cc, producing 102 PS @ 6000 rpm and 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at Manual: ~20.97 km/l – Automatic: ~20.27 km/l for the Maruti Suzuki XL6 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 (Smart Hybrid system) | — |
| Displacement | 1462 cc | 2199 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.5-litre K15C Smart Hybrid Petrol | 2.2L CRDi VGT Turbocharged Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 litres | 70 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 5-speed MT / 6-speed AT | 8-Speed Automatic |
| Mileage | Manual: ~20.97 km/l – Automatic: ~20.27 km/l | 14.11 kmpl - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 102 PS @ 6000 rpm | 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 136.8 Nm @ 4400 rpm | 440 Nm @ 1750-2750 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic | Automatic |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Regenerative Braking | Yes | — |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 209 l | 627 Litres (2nd & 3rd row folded) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 2750 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 200 mm | 188 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1220 kg | 2040 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | Length: 4445 mm • Width: 1775 mm • Height: 1755 mm | 5115 mm / 1995 mm / 1740 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 | 7 / 8 / 9 |
| Wheelbase | 2740 mm | 3090 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes - Power Sliding Doors |
| Climate Control | Automatic | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | Analog dials 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 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 | Yes - VIP Lounge Seats (2nd row) |
| Seat Upholstery | Premium Fabric / Leatherette (variant-wise) | Leather / Nappa Leather |
| Sound System | Premium 6-speaker audio | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker Premium Audio |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Front & Rear | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | LED | Yes |
| Headlight | LED | 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 | 195/65 R15 | 235/55 R19 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless Radial | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy Wheels | 19-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 4 | 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 |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | NEXA BlueBrave KhakiOpulent RedGrandeur GreySplendid SIlverArctic WhiteBluish Black | Fusion BlackGlacier White Pearl |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 3.7 |
