BMW 3 Series vs Kia Carnival

BMW 3 Series Price starts at Rs. 72.85 Lakh which is Rs. 13.20 Lakh costlier than base model of Kia Carnival priced at Rs. 59.65 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.

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
Top Speed 253 Km/h ...
Mileage (ARAI) 13.02 Kmpl 14.85 Kmpl

3 Series vs Carnival Key Highlights

Basic Info BMW 3 Series M340i xDriveKia Carnival Limousine PlusMG M9 Presidential Limo
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Brand Name BMW Kia MG
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 77.10 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 59.65 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 79.95 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 242bhp
No Of Cylinders 6 4 ...
Transmission Automatic Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 8-Speed Steptronic 8 Speed Single Speed
Drive Type 4WD 2WD FWD
Colors
BMW 3 Series Colors
Kia Carnival Colors
MG Motor M9 Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Diesel Electric(Battery)
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 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 ...
Rs. 1,15,388 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 1,54,655 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 3.27 Lakh 3 Series Insurance Carnival Insurance M9 Insurance
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Displacement
2998 cc
2151 cc
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Battery Type
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Lithium-ion
Engine Type
B58 Turbocharged I6
Smartstream In-line
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Engine Displacement
2998 cc
2151 cc
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Battery Capacity
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90 kWh
Motor Type
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Permanent Magnet Synchronous
Max Power
368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm
190bhp
242bhp
Range
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548 km/charge
Max Torque
500Nm@1900-5000rpm
441Nm
350Nm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
ZEV
No Of Cylinders
6
4
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Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
8-Speed Steptronic
8 Speed
Single Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
4WD
2WD
FWD
Paddle Shift
Fuel Supply System
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CRDi
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Kerb Weight
1745 Kg
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Turbo Charger
Twin
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Regenerative Braking
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Drive Mode Types
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Eco/Normal/Sport/Smart
ECO | CITY | SPORT
Mild Hybrid
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Charging Time
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90Min-160 kW-(10-100%)
Fast Charging
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Charging Port
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CCS-II
Charging Time (A.C)
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10Hrs-11 kW-(10-100%)
Charging Time (D.C)
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90Min-160 kW-(10-100%)

Fuel Type
Petrol
Diesel
Electric(Battery)
0-100 kmph
4.4 Sec
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Fuel Capacity
59 Liters
72 Liters
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Top Speed
253 Km/h
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Mileage (ARAI)
13.02 Kmpl
14.85 Kmpl
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Alloy Wheel Size Front
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18
19
Alloy Wheel Size Rear
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18
19
Suspension Front
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Suspension Rear
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Brakes Front
ventilated Disc
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Disc
Steering Type
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Electric
Electric
Tyre Size
F225/40R19, R255/35R19
235/60 R18
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Wheel Size
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Tyre Type
Run flat Radial
Radial & Tubeless
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Ventilated Seats
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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
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Electronic Multi-Tripmeter
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Digital Cluster Size
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12.3
7
Rear Reading Lamp
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Upholstery
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Leather
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Lighting
LED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights),Rain Sensing Driving Lights,Cornering Headlights,LED Tail lamps
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Interior Lighting
Ambient light,Reading Lamp,Boot Lamp
Ambient light
Ambient light
Glove Box Light
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Leather Seats
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Rear Seat Headrest
4
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Digital Cluster
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Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
Air Conditioner
Ambient Light Colour
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64
64
Digital Odometer
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Glove Box
Cargo Volume
480
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Seating Capacity
5
7
7
Doors
4
5
5
Boot Space
480 Liters
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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
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Memory Outside Rear View Mirror
Rain Sensing Wiper
Wheel Covers
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ORVM
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Powered & Folding
Powered & Folding
Boot Opening
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Hands-Free
Powered
Automatic Driving Lights
Chrome Garnish
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Integrated Antenna
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LED DRLs
LED Fog Lamps
LED Taillights
Puddle Lamps
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Available
Available
Sun Roof
Dual Pane
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
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Electric Folding Rear View Mirror
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Side Stepper
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Projector Headlamps
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Chrome Grille
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Outside Temperature Display
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Heated Wing Mirror
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Sunroof / Moonroof
Optional
Optional
Optional
Turn Indicator in ORVM
Trunk Light
Rear Spoiler
Antenna
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Shark Fi
Shark Fi
Roof Rails
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LED Headlamps
Length*Width*Height
4709*1827*1442 mm3
5155*1995*1775 mm3
5200*2000*1800 mm3
Wheelbase
2651 mm
3090 mm
3200 mm
No. Of Doors
4
5
5

Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
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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
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Powered Boss Mode
USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
Available
Available
Available
Tailgate Ajar Warning
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Gear Shift Indicator
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Battery Saver
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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
Wireless Android Auto & Apple Carplay, 13 Jbl Speakers (Including Subwoofer And Amplifier)
Automatic Climate Control
3 Zone
3 Zone
Available
Massage Seats
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Rear
Memory Functions For Seat
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Driver's Seat Only
Not Available
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Driver's Window
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All
Drive Modes
4
4
3
No of Speakers
16
12
13
Rear Entertainment System
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Adjustable Steering
4
4
Android Auto
Apple CarPlay
Bluetooth
Power Boot
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USB Ports
Available
Available
Type-C: 5
Additional 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
Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay
Memory Outside Rear View Mirror
No of Tweeter
Power Windows
Front and Rear
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Power Windows Front
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Power Windows Rear
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Rear Window Washer
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Cupholders
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Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Rear Window Sunblind
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Speakers
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Audio System Remote Control
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Cupholders Rear
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Driving Experience Control Eco
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Integrated 2-Din Audio
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Remote Trunk Opener
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Auxillary Input
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WiFi Connectivity
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Heated Seats
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Front & Rear
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Compass
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AC
Rear AC Ducts
Heater
Power Steering
Steering Column
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Tilt & Telescopic
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Steering Mounted Audio Control
Cruise Control
Adjustable Driver Seat
Heated Seat Front
Heated Seats Rear
Touchscreen Size
14.9
12.3 inch
12.3 inch
Lumbar Support
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Wireless Phone Charging
Subwoofer
Folding Rear Seat
40:20:40 Split
3rd Row 60:40 Split
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Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Engine Start Stop Button
Rear ACVents
Touchscreen
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Rear Touch Screen Size
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Air Quality Control
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Tachometer
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Hands Free Tailgate
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Rear Touchscreen
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3
Dual Trip Meter
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Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Memory Function Seats
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Driver's Seat Only
Not Available
Paddle Shifters
Door and Trunk Ajar Warning
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
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Adjustable Headrest
Voice Commands
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Clock
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Cooled Glovebox
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Seat Belt Warning
Push Ignition
AM/FM Radio
USB Auxiliary Input
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Touch-screen Display
GPS Navigation System
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Speakers Front
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Speakers Rear
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Automatic Headlamps
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Follow me home headlamps
Adjustable Headlamps
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Front Cupholders
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Door Pockets
Front Door
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Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Bottle Holder
Front Door
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Front & Rear Door
Moon Roof
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Anti-Pinch Power Windows
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4
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Knee Airbags
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2
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
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Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Blind Spot Monitor
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Hill Descent Control
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Hill Assist
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Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
360 View Camera
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Curtain Airbag
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Available
Available
Anti Theft Alarm
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Anti Theft Device
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Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
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Available
Available
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
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Side Airbag Rear
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Speed Alert
Fog Lights Front
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SOS Emergency Assistance
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Airbags
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver, Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
No of Airbags
6
8
7
Brake Assist (BA)
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Traction Control System (TCS)
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Engine Immobilizer
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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
7 Airbags,Electronic Stability Program,360-degree Camera,TPMS,All 4 Disc Brakes,Electronic Parking Brake & AutoHold .ISOFIX,ENCAP 5 STAR
Global NCAP Safety Rating
5 Star
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Child Safety Lock
Lane Watch Camera
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Driver Airbag
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
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Front & Rear
Rear
Rear Wash Wiper
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Day Night IRVM
Keyless Entry
Passenger Airbag
Rear Defogger
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Rear Camera
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3
3
Side Airbag

Automatic Emergency Braking
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Forward Collision Warning
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Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
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Lane Departure Warning
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Lane Keep Assist
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Driver Attention Warning
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Leading Vehicle Departure Alert
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Adaptive High Beam Assist
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Rear Cross Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist
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Speed Assist System
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Traffic Sign Recognition
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Adaptive Cruise Control
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Rear Cross Traffic Alert
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Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist
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Inbuilt Apps
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Kia Connect
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Over the Air (OTA) Updates
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Live Location
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Live Weather
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ECall And ICall
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Over Speeding Alert
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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 ₹17.45 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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