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BMW 3 Series vs Kia Carnival

BMW 3 Series Price starts at Rs. 74.90 Lakh which is Rs. 10.99 Lakh costlier than base model of Kia Carnival priced at Rs. 63.91 Lakh. The claimed mileage of BMW 3 Series (Petrol Model) is 13.02 Kmpl whereas claimed mileage of Kia Carnival (Diesel Model) is 14.85 Kmpl. In technical specifications, BMW 3 Series (Top Model) is powered by 2998 cc engine , while Kia Carnival (Top Model) is powered by 2151 cc engine. The Comparison BMW 3 Series M340i xDrive vs Kia Carnival Limousine Plus can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

3 Series vs Carnival

Key Highlights 3 Series M340i xDriveCarnival Limousine Plus
Engine Type B58 Turbocharged I6 Smartstream In-line
Max Power 368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm 190bhp
Mileage (ARAI) 13.02 Kmpl 14.85 Kmpl

3 Series vs Carnival Key Highlights

Basic Info BMW 3 Series M340i xDriveKia Carnival Limousine Plus
Rating
41 reviews
9 reviews
Brand Name BMW Kia
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 74.90 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 63.91 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 2998 cc 2151 cc
Body Type SedanAll Sedan Cars MUVAll Sedan Cars
Max Power 368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm 190bhp
No Of Cylinders 6 4
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 8-Speed Steptronic 8 Speed
Drive Type 4WD 2WD
Colors
BMW 3 Series Colors
Kia Carnival Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Diesel
Mileage (ARAI) 13.02 Kmpl 14.85 Kmpl
Tyre Size F225/40R19, R255/35R19 235/60 R18
Boot Space 480 Liters ...
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear
EMI
Rs. 1,44,890 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 1,23,631 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 3.18 Lakh 3 Series Insurance Rs. 2.76 Lakh Carnival Insurance
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Engine Type
B58 Turbocharged I6
Smartstream In-line
Engine Displacement
2998 cc
2151 cc
Max Power
368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm
190bhp
Max Torque
500Nm@1900-5000rpm
441Nm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
6
4
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
8-Speed Steptronic
8 Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
4WD
2WD
Paddle Shift
Fuel Supply System
...
CRDi
Kerb Weight
1745 Kg
...
Turbo Charger
Twin
...
Drive Mode Types
...
Eco/Normal/Sport/Smart
Mild Hybrid
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Diesel
0-100 kmph
4.4 Sec
...
Fuel Capacity
59 Liters
72 Liters
Top Speed
253 Km/h
...
Mileage (ARAI)
13.02 Kmpl
14.85 Kmpl

Suspension Front
Suspension Rear
Brakes Front
ventilated Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Steering Type
...
Electric
Tyre Size
F225/40R19, R255/35R19
235/60 R18
Wheel Size
...
Tyre Type
Run flat Radial
Radial & Tubeless

Ventilated Seats
...
Additional Interior Features
BMW Individual Headliner Anthracite, Electrical seat adjustment for driver and passenger with memory function for drive, Floor mats in Velour, Front armrest with storage compartment, Interior mirrors with automatic anti-dazzle function, Ambient lighting with Welcome Light Carpet, Through loading system, Sport seats for driver and front passenger, Storage compartment package, Individual trim finisher in Carbon Fibre, Alcantara Sensatec combination Black, contrast stitching Blue
2nd row powered relaxation seats with ventilation,heating & leg support,2nd Row Captain Seats with Sliding & Reclining function & Walk-in Device,3rd Row 60:40 Split Folding and Sinking Seats,Leatherette Wrapped Steering Wheel,Satin Silver Interior Door Handle,Auto Anti-Glare IRVM
Leather Seats
...
Rear Seat Headrest
4
Digital Cluster
...
Air Conditioner
Ambient Light Colour
...
64
Digital Odometer
...
Seating Capacity
5
7
Doors
4
5
Boot Space
480 Liters
...

Alloy Wheels
Additional Exterior Features
Front ornamental grille frame and nuggets in High Gloss Black, Exterior air inlets in front bumper with embellishers in High Gloss Black, M Exterior mirror caps in High Gloss Black, Model designations and M badges, Tailpipe finishers in Black Chrome, M Aerodynamics Package, BMW Individual High-Gloss Shadow Line with extended, Heat Protection Glazing contents, Acoustic Glazing on front windscreen, Adaptive LED Headlight ( Bi-level LED lights with low-beam and high-beam, ‘Inverted L'arranged daytime running lights and LED cornering lights, BMW Selective Beam, the dazzle-free high-beam assistant, Accent lighting with turn indicators, M Sport Exhaust, M Sport Brakes, BMW Individual High-Gloss Shadow Line with extended contents, BMW Secure Advance includes Tyres, Alloys, Engine Secure, Key Lost Assistance and Golf Hole-in-O
Black & Chrome Tiger Nose Grille,Intelligent Ice Cube Led Projection Headlamp (ILED),Starmap Daytime Running Light (SDRL),LED Rear Combination Lamps,Rear Spoiler With LED HMSL,Roof Rail,Hidden Rear Wiper,Body Colored Door Handles With Chrome Accents,Side Sill Garnish With Matte Chrome Insert,Matte Chrome Plated Front and Rear Skid Plates
Rain Sensing Wiper
Trunk Light
...
Rear Spoiler
Roof Rails
Length*Width*Height
4709*1827*1442 mm3
5155*1995*1775 mm3
Wheelbase
2651 mm
3090 mm

Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
...
Addtional Comfort Features
Launch Control Function, BMW Connected Package Professional(Teleservices, Intelligent E-call, Remote software upgrade, MyBMW App with Remote Services, Intelligent Personal Assistant), Comfort access with Digital Key plus, M Sport Suspension, Variable Sport steering, intelligent 4WD with variable torque distribution, Servotronic Steering Assist, M Sport Differential
12-Way Power Driver's Seat with 4-Way Lumbar Support & Memory Function,8-Way Power Front Passenger Seat,Sunshade Curtains (2nd & 3rd Row),2nd Row Roof Vents with Controls,3rd Row Roof Vents,Electrically Sliding Doors,Shift-By-Wire System (Dial Type)
USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
Available
Available
Tailgate Ajar Warning
Gear Shift Indicator
...
Additional Entertainment Features
Wireless Smartphone Integration, Harman Kardon Surround Sound, Widescreen Curved Display, Fully Digital 12.3” (31.2 cm) Instrument Display, BMW Operating System 8.0 with variable configurable widgets,Navigation function with RTTI and 3D maps, Touch functionality, iDrive Touch with handwriting recognition and direct access buttons, Teleservices, Intelligent E-call, Remote software upgrade, MyBMW App with Remote Services, Intelligent Personal Assistant
Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay
Automatic Climate Control
3 Zone
3 Zone
Memory Functions For Seat
...
Front
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Driver's Window
Driver's Window
Drive Modes
4
4
No of Speakers
16
12
AC
Rear AC Ducts
Heater
Power Steering
Steering Column
...
Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Cruise Control
Power Windows ( Front / Rear )
Front and Rear
...
Adjustable Driver Seat
Heated Seat Front
Heated Seats Rear
Lumbar Support
Wireless Phone Charging
Subwoofer
Folding Rear Seat
40:20:40 Split
2nd Row Captain Seats Tumble Fold
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Engine Start Stop Button
Rear ACVents
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Tachometer
Hands Free Tailgate
...
Dual Trip Meter
...
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
...
Memory Function Seats
...
Front
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
...
Adjustable Headrest
Clock
...
Seat Belt Warning
Push Ignition
AM/FM Radio
USB Auxiliary Input
...
Touch-screen Display
GPS Navigation System
...
Speakers Front
...
Speakers Rear
...
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Follow me home headlamps
Adjustable Headlamps
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Front Cupholders
...
Door Pockets
Front Door
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Bottle Holder
Front Door
Front & Rear Door
Sunroof
...
Dual Sunroof
Moon Roof
...

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
...
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Blind Spot Monitor
...
Hill Descent Control
...
Hill Assist
...
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
360 View Camera
...
Airbags
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver, Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
No of Airbags
6
8
Brake Assist (BA)
...
Traction Control System (TCS)
...
Engine Immobilizer
Central Locking
Advance Safety Features
Cruise Control with Braking Function, Parking Assistant( Lateral Parking, Reversing Assistant, Active Air Stream Kidney Grille, Automatic Start/Stop function, Brake Energy Regeneration, BMW Condition Based Service (Intelligent maintenance system), Cornering Brake Control, Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) including Dynamic Traction Control (DTC), Emergency Spare Wheel, Runflat tyres with reinforced side walls, Warning triangle with first-aid kit, Three-point seat belts for all seats, including pyrotechnic belt tensioners in the front with belt force limiters
Side Parking sensors,Rear occupant alert - 2nd row,Safe exit warning & Assist,Manual speed limit assist
Global NCAP Safety Rating
5 Star
...
Child Safety Lock
Lane Watch Camera
...
Rear Wash Wiper
...
Keyless Entry
Rear Defogger
Rear Camera
...
3

Forward Collision Warning
...
Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
...
Lane Departure Warning
...
Lane Keep Assist
...
Driver Attention Warning
...
Leading Vehicle Departure Alert
...
Adaptive High Beam Assist
...
Speed Assist System
...
Adaptive Cruise Control
...
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
...
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist
...

Over the Air (OTA) Updates
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Which car is best between BMW 3 Series vs Kia Carnival?
BMW 3 Series has out rated Kia Carnival on all the rating factors.
Which car is cheaper BMW 3 Series vs Kia Carnival?
The Kia Carnival is cheaper than BMW 3 Series by Rs. 10.99 Lakh.
Which car has better mileage BMW 3 Series vs Kia Carnival?
The Kia Carnival delivers better mileage 14.85 Kmpl.
Which car offers better performance BMW 3 Series vs Kia Carnival?
For the M340i xDrive version, 2998 cc Petrol engine of 3 Series produces 368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm of power and 500Nm@1900-5000rpm of torque. Whereas for the Limousine Plus version, 2151 cc Diesel engine of Carnival produces 190bhp of power and 441Nm of torque
As per the users experiences the BMW 3 Series has better performance.

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