Comparing the Skoda Octavia RS 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 Skoda Octavia RS is available at ₹3,999,000, while the Kia Carnival is priced at ₹7,361,000. On the engine front, the Skoda Octavia RS comes with a 1984 cc unit compared to the Kia Carnival's 2199 cc, producing 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm and 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 15.19 kmpl - ARAI for the Skoda Octavia RS 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 | 1984 cc | 2199 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 2.0L TSI Turbocharged Petrol | 2.2L CRDi VGT Turbocharged Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 Litres | 70 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 7-Speed DSG | 8-Speed Automatic |
| Mileage | 15.19 kmpl - ARAI | 14.11 kmpl - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm | 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 370 Nm @ 1600-4300 rpm | 440 Nm @ 1750-2750 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (DSG) | Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 600 Litres | 627 Litres (2nd & 3rd row folded) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 2750 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 140 mm | 188 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1530 kg | 2040 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4686 mm / 1829 mm / 1468 mm | 5115 mm / 1995 mm / 1740 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 / 8 / 9 |
| Wheelbase | 2686 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 | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Virtual Cockpit | 12.3-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Adaptive | Yes - Smart Cruise Control (ADAS) |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front | Yes - 2nd Row VIP |
| Infotainment System | 10-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 | Perforated Leather / Alcantara Sport Seats | Leather / Nappa Leather |
| Sound System | Canton 12-Speaker Premium Audio | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker Premium Audio |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | — | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes - RS-specific Bumpers | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Matrix Headlamps (IQ.Light) | LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Not Available (Sedan) | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 245/40 R18 | 235/55 R19 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 18-inch Alloy Wheels | 19-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 8 Airbags | 7 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - XDS+ Electronic Differential Lock | 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 | Magic BlackRace BlueMamba GreenVelvet RedCandy White | Fusion BlackGlacier White Pearl |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | 3.7 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
