Comparing the Tata Nexon 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 Tata Nexon is available at ₹800,000, while the Kia Carnival is priced at ₹7,361,000. On the engine front, the Tata Nexon comes with a 1199 cc unit compared to the Kia Carnival's 2199 cc, producing 118 bhp (PS) @ 5500 rpm and 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 17.4 kmpl for the Tata Nexon 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 | 1199 cc | 2199 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 1.2 L Turbocharged Revotron petrol engine | 2.2L CRDi VGT Turbocharged Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 70 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 5- or 6-speed Manual / 6-speed AMT / 7-speed DCT | 8-Speed Automatic |
| Mileage | 17.4 kmpl | 14.11 kmpl - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Power | 118 bhp (PS) @ 5500 rpm | 197 bhp @ 3800 rpm |
| Starter | Electric start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 170 Nm @ 1750–4000 rpm | 440 Nm @ 1750-2750 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / AMT / DCT | Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 382 L | 627 Litres (2nd & 3rd row folded) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 2750 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 208 mm | 188 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1295 kg | 2040 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3995 mm × 1804 mm × 1620 mm | 5115 mm / 1995 mm / 1740 mm |
| Seating Capacity | — | 7 / 8 / 9 |
| Wheelbase | 2498 mm | 3090 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | No | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes - Power Sliding Doors |
| Climate Control | Automatic climate control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | Digital / Semi-digital | 12.3-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - Smart Cruise Control (ADAS) |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | No | Yes - 2nd Row VIP |
| Infotainment System | 10.25" touchscreen by Harman | 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 | Fabric | Leather / Nappa Leather |
| Sound System | Up to 8-speaker Harman system | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker Premium Audio |
| Sunroof | Yes | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | 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 | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | Projector + LED DRLs | LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED signature | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 195/60 R16 | 235/55 R19 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless radial | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Steel / Alloy | 19-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 | 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 | Daytona Grey, Grassland Beige, Flame Red, Carbon Black, Ocean Blue | Fusion BlackGlacier White Pearl |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 3.7 |
