Kia Carnival vs Kia Sonet

Kia Carnival Price starts at Rs. 59.65 Lakh which is Rs. 52.24 Lakh costlier than base model of Kia Sonet priced at Rs. 7.41 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Kia Carnival (Diesel Model) is 14.85 Kmpl whereas claimed mileage of Kia Sonet (Diesel Model) is 24.1 Kmpl. In technical specifications, Kia Carnival (Top Model) is powered by 2151 cc engine , while Kia Sonet (Top Model) is powered by 1493 cc engine.

Carnival vs Sonet

Key Highlights Carnival Limousine PlusSonet GTX Plus Diesel AT
Engine Type Smartstream In-line 1.5L CRDi VGT
Max Power 190bhp 114bhp@4000rpm
Mileage (ARAI) 14.85 Kmpl 19 Kmpl

Carnival vs Sonet Key Highlights

Basic Info Kia Carnival Limousine PlusKia Sonet GTX Plus Diesel ATMG M9 Presidential Limo
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Brand Name Kia Kia MG
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 59.65 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 14.27 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 79.95 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 2151 cc 1493 cc ...
Body Type MUV SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 190bhp 114bhp@4000rpm 242bhp
No Of Cylinders 4 4 ...
Transmission Automatic Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 8 Speed 6-Speed AT Single Speed
Drive Type 2WD FWD FWD
Colors
Kia Carnival Colors
Kia Sonet Colors
MG Motor M9 Colors
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel Electric(Battery)
Mileage (ARAI) 14.85 Kmpl 19 Kmpl ...
Tyre Size 235/60 R18 215/60 R16 ...
Boot Space ... 385 Liters ...
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes Yes
Airbags Driver, Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 1,15,388 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 27,603 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 1,54,655 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 2.59 Lakh Carnival Insurance Rs. 65,269 Sonet Insurance Rs. 3.24 Lakh M9 Insurance
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Idle Start Stop System
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Displacement
2151 cc
1493 cc
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Battery Type
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Lithium-ion
Engine Type
Smartstream In-line
1.5L CRDi VGT
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Engine Displacement
2151 cc
1493 cc
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Battery Capacity
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90 kWh
Motor Type
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Permanent Magnet Synchronous
Max Power
190bhp
114bhp@4000rpm
242bhp
Range
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548 km/charge
Max Torque
441Nm
250Nm@1500-2750rpm
350Nm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
ZEV
No Of Cylinders
4
4
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Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
8 Speed
6-Speed AT
Single Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
2WD
FWD
FWD
Paddle Shift
Fuel Supply System
CRDi
CRDi
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Turbo Charger
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Regenerative Braking
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Drive Mode Types
Eco/Normal/Sport/Smart
NORMAL|ECO|SPORTS
ECO | CITY | SPORT
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
Diesel
Diesel
Electric(Battery)
Fuel Capacity
72 Liters
45 Liters
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Mileage (ARAI)
14.85 Kmpl
19 Kmpl
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Alloy Wheel Size Front
18
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19
Alloy Wheel Size Rear
18
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19
Suspension Front
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Suspension Rear
6
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Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc
Disc
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Electric
Tyre Size
235/60 R18
215/60 R16
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Wheel Size
...
Tyre Type
Radial & Tubeless
Radial Tubeless
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Ventilated Seats
Digital Cluster Size
12.3
10.25
7
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector
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...
Rear Reading Lamp
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Upholstery
Leather
Leatherette
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Interior Lighting
Ambient light
Ambient light
Ambient light
Glove Box Light
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Rear Seat Headrest
4
4
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Digital Cluster
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
Air Conditioner
Ambient Light Colour
64
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64
Digital Odometer
...
...
Glove Box
Seating Capacity
7
5
7
Doors
5
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5
Boot Space
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385 Liters
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Alloy Wheels
Additional Exterior Features
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Sunglass holder
Memory Outside Rear View Mirror
Rain Sensing Wiper
Wheel Covers
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ORVM
Powered & Folding
Powered & Folding
Powered & Folding
Boot Opening
Hands-Free
Electronic
Powered
Automatic Driving Lights
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Integrated Antenna
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...
LED DRLs
LED Fog Lamps
LED Taillights
Puddle Lamps
Available
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Available
Sun Roof
Single Pane
Dual Pane
Tinted Glass
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...
Side Stepper
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Projector Headlamps
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...
Headlamp Washers
...
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Sunroof / Moonroof
Optional
Optional
Optional
Turn Indicator in ORVM
Trunk Light
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Rear Spoiler
Antenna
Shark Fi
Shark Fi
Shark Fi
Roof Rails
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LED Headlamps
Length*Width*Height
5155*1995*1775 mm3
3995*1790*1642 mm3
5200*2000*1800 mm3
Wheelbase
3090 mm
2500 mm
3200 mm
No. Of Doors
5
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5

Connectivity
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Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Addtional Comfort Features
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Sunglass Holder
Powered Boss Mode
USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
Available
With Storage
Available
Tailgate Ajar Warning
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Gear Shift Indicator
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Luggage Hook and Net
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Battery Saver
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Additional Entertainment Features
Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay
BOSE Premium 7 Speaker System
Wireless Android Auto & Apple Carplay, 13 Jbl Speakers (Including Subwoofer And Amplifier)
Automatic Climate Control
3 Zone
Available
Available
Massage Seats
...
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Rear
Memory Functions For Seat
Driver's Seat Only
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Not Available
One Touch Operating Power Windows
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All
All
Drive Modes
4
3
3
No of Speakers
12
7
13
Rear Entertainment System
...
...
Adjustable Steering
4
3
4
Android Auto
Apple CarPlay
Bluetooth
USB Ports
Available
Available
Type-C: 5
Additional Features
Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay
Sunglass holder
Memory Outside Rear View Mirror
No of Tweeter
Power Windows
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Rear Window Washer
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Cupholders
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Rear Window Sunblind
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Speakers
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Rear Folding Table
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...
Auxillary Input
...
...
WiFi Connectivity
...
...
Heated Outside Rear View Mirror
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Not Available
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Heated Seats
Front & Rear
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...
AC
Rear AC Ducts
Heater
Power Steering
Steering Column
Tilt & Telescopic
Tilt
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Steering Mounted Audio Control
Cruise Control
Adjustable Driver Seat
Heated Seat Front
Heated Seats Rear
Touchscreen Size
12.3 inch
10.25 inch
12.3 inch
Lumbar Support
...
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Wireless Phone Charging
Subwoofer
Folding Rear Seat
3rd Row 60:40 Split
60:40 Split
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Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Engine Start Stop Button
Rear ACVents
Touchscreen
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Air Quality Control
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Tachometer
...
...
Hands Free Tailgate
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Rear Touchscreen
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3
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Memory Function Seats
Driver's Seat Only
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Not Available
Active Noise Cancellation
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Paddle Shifters
Door and Trunk Ajar Warning
Rear Windscreen Sunblind
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...
Adjustable Headrest
Voice Commands
...
...
Powered Seats
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Not Available
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Seat Belt Warning
Push Ignition
AM/FM Radio
Touch-screen Display
Automatic Headlamps
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Follow me home headlamps
Adjustable Headlamps
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Door Pockets
...
...
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Bottle Holder
...
...
Front & Rear Door

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
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4
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
Pretensioners and Force Limiter Seatbelts
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3
...
Blind Spot Monitor
Hill Descent Control
Hill Assist
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
360 View Camera
Curtain Airbag
Available
Available
Available
Anti Theft Alarm
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Anti Theft Device
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Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Available
Available
Available
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
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Side Airbag Rear
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Speed Alert
SOS Emergency Assistance
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Airbags
Driver, Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
No of Airbags
8
6
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
Side Parking sensors,Rear occupant alert - 2nd row,Safe exit warning & Assist,Manual speed limit assist
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7 Airbags,Electronic Stability Program,360-degree Camera,TPMS,All 4 Disc Brakes,Electronic Parking Brake & AutoHold .ISOFIX,ENCAP 5 STAR
Child Safety Lock
Lane Watch Camera
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Driver Airbag
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
Front & Rear
Front
Rear
Rear Wash Wiper
Day Night IRVM
Keyless Entry
Passenger Airbag
Rear Defogger
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Rear Camera
3
3
3
Side Airbag

Automatic Emergency Braking
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Forward Collision Warning
Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Keep Assist
Driver Attention Warning
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Leading Vehicle Departure Alert
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Adaptive High Beam Assist
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
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist
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Inbuilt Apps
Kia Connect
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Over the Air (OTA) Updates
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Google / Alexa Connectivity
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SOS Button
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RSA
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Live Location
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Remote Vehicle Status Check
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Inbuilt Assistant
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Hinglish Voice Commands
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Navigation With Live Traffic
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Send Poi To Vehicle From App
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Live Weather
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ECall And ICall
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Save Route Place
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Over Speeding Alert
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Remote Ac On Off
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Remote Door Lock Unlock
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Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Kia Sonet
  • Premium interior quality
  • Loaded features list
  • Wide range of engines and transmissions available
  • Strong standard safety pack including some autonomous safety features
  • Well-loaded mid-range variants
Kia Sonet
  • Base 1.2 petrol misses the option of an automatic transmission
  • Diesel engine could've been more refined
  • Cabin best suited for 4 occupants not 5
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Carnival Vs Sonet Vs MG Motor M9 FAQs

Which car is best between Kia Carnival vs Kia Sonet?
As per the users experiences Kia Carnival is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for comfort and safety in your car. But Kia Sonet is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, maintenance and features.
Which car is cheaper Kia Carnival vs Kia Sonet?
The Kia Sonet is cheaper than Kia Carnival by ₹45.38 Lakh.
Which car has better mileage Kia Carnival vs Kia Sonet?
The Kia Sonet delivers better mileage 19 Kmpl.
Which car offers better performance Kia Carnival vs Kia Sonet?
For the Limousine Plus version, 2151 cc Diesel engine of Carnival produces 190bhp of power and 441Nm of torque. Whereas for the GTX Plus Diesel AT version, 1493 cc Diesel engine of Sonet produces 114bhp@4000rpm of power and 250Nm@1500-2750rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Kia Carnival has better performance.

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