Audi Q3 Sportback vs Kia Carnival

Last Updated: October 12, 2026

Audi Q3 Sportback price starts at Rs. 52.98 Lakh, which is Rs. 6.67 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Kia Carnival, priced at Rs. 59.65 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Q3 Sportback offers a claimed 14.93 kmpl, while the Carnival delivers 14.85 kmpl. On the performance front, the Q3 Sportback uses a 1984cc engine producing 187.74bhp@4200-6000rpm and the Carnival a 1597cc engine producing 180bhp. If you're deciding between the Q3 Sportback and Carnival, the Q3 Sportback is the better pick for affordability and mileage.

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Q3 Sportback vs Carnival Comparison Summary

Specification Audi Q3 SportbackKia Carnival
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 52.98 LakhRs. 59.65 Lakh
Mileage 14.93 kmpl14.85 kmpl
Engine 1984 cc1597 cc
Max power 187.74bhp@4200-6000rpm180bhp
Top speed 220 Km/hNot Available

Q3 Sportback vs Carnival Key Highlights

Basic Info Audi Q3 Sportback 40TFSI QuattroKia Carnival Limousine Plus HybridBMW X1 sDrive18i M Sport
Rating
33 reviews
10 reviews
49 reviews
Brand Name Audi Kia BMW
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 54.25 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. To Be Announced Rs. 52.90 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 1984 cc 1597 cc 1499 cc
Body Type SUVAll SUV Cars MUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 187.74bhp@4200-6000rpm 180bhp 134.10bhp@4400-6500rpm
No Of Cylinders 4 4 3
Transmission Automatic Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 7-Speed 8 Speed 7-Speed Steptronic
Drive Type AWD 2WD FWD
Colors
Audi Q3 Sportback Colors
Kia Carnival Colors
BMW X1 Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) 14.93 kmpl 14.85 kmpl Not Available
Tyre Size 235/55 R18 235/60 R18 225/55 R18
Boot Space 380 Liters Not Available 500 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes Yes
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI Not Available Not Available
Rs. 1,02,332 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 2.38 Lakh Q3 Sportback Insurance Not Available X1 Insurance
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Displacement
1984 cc
1597 cc
1499 cc
Engine Type
40 TFSI quattro
Smartstream 1.6 Turbo GDI Hybrid
B38 turbo I3
Engine Displacement
1984 cc
1597 cc
1499 cc
Max Power
187.74bhp@4200-6000rpm
180bhp
134.10bhp@4400-6500rpm
Max Torque
320Nm@1500-4100rpm
264Nm
230Nm@1500–4000rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
4
4
3
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
7-Speed
8 Speed
7-Speed Steptronic
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
4
Drive Type
AWD
2WD
FWD
Paddle Shift
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Kerb Weight
1595 Kg
Not Available
Not Available
Turbo Charger
Not Available
Not Available
Twin
Drive Mode Types
Not Available
Eco/Normal/Sport/Smart
Not Available
Mild Hybrid
Not Available
3
No
Fast Charging
Not Available
Not Available
No

Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Petrol
0-100 kmph
7.3 Sec
Not Available
9.2 Sec
Fuel Capacity
62 Liters
72 Liters
51 Liters
Top Speed
220 Km/h
Not Available
219 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI)
14.93 kmpl
14.85 kmpl
Not Available
Mileage (City)
10.14 kmpl
Not Available
Not Available
Mileage (Highway)
14.93 kmpl
Not Available
Not Available

Alloy Wheel Size Front
Not Available
18
Not Available
Alloy Wheel Size Rear
Not Available
18
Not Available
Suspension Front
Not Available
MacPherson Strut suspension
Not Available
Suspension Rear
Not Available
Multi-link suspension
Not Available
Brakes Front
Not Available
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Not Available
Disc
Disc
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Electric
Tyre Size
235/55 R18
235/60 R18
225/55 R18
Wheel Size
Not Available
Not Available
18
Tyre Type
Tubeless,Radial
Radial & Tubeless
Tubeless

Dual Tone Dashboard
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Ventilated Seats
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Additional Interior Features
Not Available
Not Available
Sensatec Perforated Mocha(Optional), Sensatec Perforated Oyster (Optional), Interior trim finishers Aluminium ‘Mesheffect’ with highlight trim finisher in Pearl Chrome, Rear seat backrest with reclining and 40:20:40 folding, M Leather Steering Wheel with Multifunction Buttons, Interior mirror with Automatic Anti-dazzle Function, Floor Mats in velour, Sport seats, Armrest front, sliding with storage compartment, Ambient Lighting: Mood lighting in front and rear, Air-vents for rear seat occupants, Luxury instrument panel, Pearl Chrome touches on the door handles, Panorama Glass Roof with automatic sliding/tilting function
Electronic Multi-Tripmeter
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Digital Cluster Size
Not Available
12.3
Not Available
Rear Reading Lamp
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Upholstery
Not Available
Leather
Leather
Lighting
Not Available
Not Available
,LED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights),LED Tail lamps
Interior Lighting
Not Available
Ambient light
Ambient light
Glove Box Light
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Leather Seats
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Seat Headrest
Yes
Adjustable
Yes
Digital Cluster
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
Yes
Yes
Yes
Air Conditioner
Yes
Yes
Yes
Ambient Light Colour
Not Available
64
Not Available
Digital Odometer
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Glove Box
Yes
Yes
Yes
Seating Capacity
5
7
5
Doors
5
5
Not Available
Boot Space
380 Liters
Not Available
500 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Yes
Yes
Yes
Additional Exterior Features
Not Available
Not Available
18" M light alloy wheels Double-spoke,Individual roof rails in High-Gloss shadow line, Rain Sensor and automatic driving lights, Exterior mirror electric folding with automatic anti-dazzle, Adaptive LED Headlights(Daytime driving lights and position lights, Cornering light and turn indicators, Automatic headlight range control, High Beam Assistant, Light staging (welcome and goodbye)
Rain Sensing Wiper
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Wheel Covers
No
No
Not Available
ORVM
Not Available
Powered & Folding
Powered & Folding
Boot Opening
Not Available
Hands-Free
Not Available
Automatic Driving Lights
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Chrome Garnish
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Cornering Headlamps
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Cornering Foglamps
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Integrated Antenna
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
LED DRLs
Yes
Yes
Yes
LED Fog Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
LED Taillights
Yes
Yes
Yes
Puddle Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Sun Roof
Yes
Yes
Yes
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Projector Headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
No
Not Available
Not Available
Chrome Grille
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Sunroof / Moonroof
Yes
Yes
Yes
Turn Indicator in ORVM
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Trunk Light
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Rear Spoiler
Yes
Yes
Yes
Antenna
No
Shark Fin
Not Available
Roof Rails
No
Yes
Yes
LED Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Yes
Length*Width*Height
4518*2022*1558 mm3
5155*1995*1775 mm3
4447*1821*1598 mm3
Wheelbase
2651 mm
3090 mm
2670 mm
No. Of Doors
5
5
Not Available

Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Addtional Comfort Features
Not Available
Not Available
Park Distance Control, BMW Efficient Lightweight construction, Automatic Start/Stop Function, Digital Key Plus( Lock, unlock and starting the vehicle and compatible with smartphone with NFC enabled key card), Electrical Seat Adjustment for driver memory function for driver, Active seat for Driver and Front Passenger, Automatic operation of tailgate including contactless opening and closing via a kicking movement, Servotronic Steering Assist, 7-Speed Steptronic Sport Transmission with shift paddles( Electronic selector-lever, Automatic gear selection, Currently engaged gear shown in the instrument cluster, Auto-P function, Shift paddles on steering wheel (with boost mode), Gear display with recommended gear in manual mode)
USB Charger
Front
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
With Storage
Yes
With Storage
Tailgate Ajar Warning
Yes
Yes
Yes
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Luggage Hook and Net
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Battery Saver
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Additional Entertainment Features
Not Available
Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay
BMW Live Cockpit Plus (Widescreen Curved Display, Fully Digital 10.25” Instrument Display, High-resolution 10.7” Control Display, BMW Operating System 8.0 with variable configurable widgets, Navigation function with real-time traffic information, Touch Functionality), Wireless Smartphone Integration, Comfort Access System with HiFi loudspeaker system by Harman Kardon with:(12 speakers and digital amplifier with Tweeter bezels in stainless steel with illuminated ‘Harman Kardon’ inscription), Bluetooth with audio streaming, handsfree and USB connectivity, BMW Connected Package Professional(Teleservices, Intelligent E-call, Remote Software Upgrade, MyBMW App with Remote Services, Intelligent Personal Assistant, MyModes)
Smart Entry
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Automatic Climate Control
2 Zone
3 Zone
2 Zone
Memory Functions For Seat
Not Available
Driver's Seat Only
Driver's Seat Only
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Driver's Window
Not Available
Driver's Window
Drive Modes
Not Available
4
Not Available
No of Speakers
10
12
12
Adjustable Steering
Yes
Height & Reach
Not Available
Android Auto
Yes
Yes
Yes
Apple CarPlay
Yes
Yes
Yes
Bluetooth
Yes
Yes
Yes
Power Boot
Yes
Not Available
Yes
USB Ports
Yes
Yes
Yes
Additional Features
Not Available
Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay
18" M light alloy wheels Double-spoke,Individual roof rails in High-Gloss shadow line, Rain Sensor and automatic driving lights, Exterior mirror electric folding with automatic anti-dazzle, Adaptive LED Headlights(Daytime driving lights and position lights, Cornering light and turn indicators, Automatic headlight range control, High Beam Assistant, Light staging (welcome and goodbye)
No of Tweeter
No
No
No
Power Windows
Front and Rear
Front & Rear
Front and Rear
Power Windows Front
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Power Windows Rear
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Cupholders
Not Available
Front & Rear
Not Available
Rear Window Sunblind
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Speakers
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Cupholders Rear
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Integrated 2-Din Audio
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Heated Seats
Not Available
Front & Rear
Not Available
Compass
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
AC
Yes
Yes
Yes
Rear AC Ducts
Yes
Yes
Yes
Heater
Yes
Yes
Yes
Power Steering
Yes
Yes
Yes
Steering Column
Not Available
Tilt & Telescopic
Not Available
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Yes
Yes
Yes
Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Yes
Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Yes
Yes
Heated Seat Front
No
No
No
Heated Seats Rear
No
No
No
Touchscreen Size
10" inch
12.3 inch
10.7
Lumbar Support
Yes
Yes
Yes
Wireless Phone Charging
Yes
Yes
Yes
Subwoofer
No
No
No
Folding Rear Seat
Not Available
3rd Row 60:40 Split
40:20:40 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Yes
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
Yes
Yes
Yes
Rear ACVents
Yes
Yes
Yes
Touchscreen
Yes
Yes
Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Yes
Yes
Yes
Rear Touch Screen Size
No
Not Available
No
Air Quality Control
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Tachometer
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Hands Free Tailgate
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Dual Trip Meter
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Yes
Yes
Yes
Memory Function Seats
Not Available
Driver's Seat Only
Driver's Seat Only
Active Noise Cancellation
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Paddle Shifters
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Door and Trunk Ajar Warning
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Adjustable Headrest
Yes
Yes
Yes
Voice Commands
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Clock
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Powered Seats
Front Only
Not Available
Front Only
Cooled Glovebox
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Seat Belt Warning
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Push Ignition
Yes
Yes
Yes
AM/FM Radio
Yes
Yes
Yes
USB Auxiliary Input
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Touch-screen Display
Yes
Yes
Yes
GPS Navigation System
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Speakers Front
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Speakers Rear
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Automatic Headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Follow me home headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Adjustable Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Front Cupholders
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Door Pockets
Front & Rear Door
Not Available
Not Available
12V Power Outlets
Yes
Yes
Yes
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Not Available
Not Available
Moon Roof
Yes
Not Available
Not Available

Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Yes
Yes
Not Available
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Yes
Yes
Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitor
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Hill Assist
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
Yes
Yes
Yes
360 View Camera
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Curtain Airbag
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Anti Theft Alarm
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Anti Theft Device
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Side Airbag Rear
No
Yes
No
Speed Alert
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Fog Lights Front
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
SOS Emergency Assistance
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Airbags
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver, Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Yes
Yes
Yes
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Yes
Yes
Yes
No of Airbags
6
8
6
Brake Assist (BA)
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Traction Control System (TCS)
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Engine Immobilizer
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Central Locking
Yes
Yes
Yes
Advance Safety Features
Not Available
Side Parking sensors,Rear occupant alert - 2nd row,Safe exit warning & Assist,Manual speed limit assist
Not Available
Global NCAP Safety Rating
Not Available
Not Available
5 Star
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Yes
Yes
Yes
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
Yes
Yes
Yes
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
Not Available
Front & Rear
Not Available
Rear Wash Wiper
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Day Night IRVM
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Yes
Yes
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Yes
Yes
Rear Defogger
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Rear Camera
Not Available
With Guidedlines
With Guidedlines
Side Airbag
Yes
Yes
Yes

Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Driver Attention Warning
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Adaptive High Beam Assist
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Speed Assist System
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist
Not Available
Yes
Not Available

Inbuilt Apps
Not Available
Kia Connect
BMW Connected
Remote Engine Start Stop
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Over the Air (OTA) Updates
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Live Location
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Inbuilt Assistant
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Live Weather
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
ECall And ICall
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Over Speeding Alert
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
In Car Remote Control App
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Remote Ac On Off
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Remote Door Lock Unlock
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Remote Vehicle Igition Start Stop
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
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Which car is best between Audi Q3 Sportback vs Kia Carnival?
As per the users experiences Audi Q3 Sportback is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance, comfort, maintenance, safety and features in your car. But Kia Carnival is better on the grounds of mileage.
Which car is cheaper Audi Q3 Sportback vs Kia Carnival?
The Audi Q3 Sportback is cheaper than Kia Carnival by ₹6.67 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance Audi Q3 Sportback vs Kia Carnival?
For the 40TFSI Quattro version, 1984 cc Petrol engine of Q3 Sportback produces 187.74bhp@4200-6000rpm of power and 320Nm@1500-4100rpm of torque. Whereas for the Limousine Plus Hybrid version, 1597 cc Petrol engine of Carnival produces 180bhp of power and 264Nm of torque
As per the users experiences the Audi Q3 Sportback has better performance.

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