Comparing the Renault Duster 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 Renault Duster is available at ₹999,900, while the Kia Carnival is priced at ₹7,361,000. On the engine front, the Renault Duster comes with a 1498 cc / 1330 cc unit compared to the Kia Carnival's 2199 cc, producing 113 bhp (1.5L) / 152 bhp (1.3L Turbo) and 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 15.06 kmpl (est.) for the Renault Duster 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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| Displacement | 1498 cc / 1330 cc | 2199 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) / AWD (top) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.5L Petrol Turbo / 1.3L Turbo | 2.2L CRDi VGT Turbocharged Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 Litres | 70 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed MT / CVT | 8-Speed Automatic |
| Mileage | 15.06 kmpl (est.) | 14.11 kmpl - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 113 bhp (1.5L) / 152 bhp (1.3L Turbo) | 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 210 Nm (1.5L) / 250 Nm (1.3L Turbo) | 440 Nm @ 1750-2750 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (CVT) | Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 478 Litres | 627 Litres (2nd & 3rd row folded) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2750 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 205 mm | 188 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1190 kg | 2040 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4340 mm / 1804 mm / 1624 mm | 5115 mm / 1995 mm / 1740 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 / 8 / 9 |
| Wheelbase | 2673 mm | 3090 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes - Power Sliding Doors |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.1-inch Digital Cluster | 12.3-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - Smart Cruise Control (ADAS) |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - 2nd Row VIP |
| Infotainment System | 10.1-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | 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 | Leatherette | Leather / Nappa Leather |
| Sound System | 6 Speakers | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker Premium Audio |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | — | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Headlamps | LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R17 | 235/55 R19 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy Wheels | 19-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 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 | Yes |
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| Color Options | Pearl WhiteSunset RedMoonlight SilverRiver BlueMountain Jade GreenStealth Black | Fusion BlackGlacier White Pearl |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | 3.7 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
