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Kia Carnival vs Mahindra KUV100 NXT Comparison

Compare Kia Carnival vs Mahindra KUV100 NXT to know which is better. Detailed cars comparison on Kia Carnival vs Mahindra KUV100 NXT compare price, specs, mileage, performance, reviews and other features on car&bike.

Carnival vs KUV100 Comparison Overview

Key HighlightsCarnivalKUV100
Price59.42 L4.88 L
Power2151 CC1198 CC
ClassMUVSUV
Mileage14 KM/L17 KM/L
Carnival
Kia Carnival
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹59.42 L
KUV100
Mahindra KUV100
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹4.88 L
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Limousine Plus
Kia Carnival
Limousine Plus
59.42 L
K2 Plus 6 STR
Mahindra KUV100
K2 Plus 6 STR
4.88 L
OverviewSpecificationFeatures

Overview

Overall Rating
8.0
7.7
Value For Money6.758.00
Significance6.758.00
Styling8.007.50
Comfort8.506.50
Safety8.507.50
Environment7.506.50
Merit Or Usp7.758.00

Specifications

Engine TypeSmartstream In-line 4 Cylinder E-VGT CRDi 16 ValveN/A
Displacement (CC)2151 CCN/A
No. of Cylinders4N/A
Power190 bhp @ 3800 rpm @ 3800 rpmN/A
Torque441 Nm @ 1750-2750 rpm @ 1750-2750 rpmN/A
Top Speed190N/A
No. of gears8N/A
Drive TrainFWDN/A
Turbocharger YesN/A
Emissions StandardBS VI Phase 2N/A

Features

Air ConditionerAutomatic - Three Zone No
Front ACDual Zone No
Rear ACTriple Zone, Independent Controls No
Climate ControlTriple Zone No
Cruise ControlAdaptive No
Adjustable Rear HeadrestsNA No

Pros Cons of Kia Carnival

Pros

  • Captain Seats In Limousine Variant Is A Must Buy
  • Great Ride Quality
  • Diesel-Automatic Combination Is Great

Cons

  • Poor Safety On Lower Variants
  • Low Ground Clearance
  • 9-Seater Variant Offers Little Practicality

Verdict

The Carnival comes to India as a Completely Knocked Down kit, and while it has all the makings of a benchmark MPV, its higher price tag and the fact that Kia is still a relatively new brand is making a lot of MPV buyers shy away from the product. That said, it is undoubtedly a solid product and if you are out looking for a large, premium, chauffeur-driven vehicle, that can also double up as a family car or maybe a workplace on wheels, then you must consider the Kia Carnival.

Pros Cons of Mahindra KUV100

Pros

  • The KUV100 has a small foortprint but offers good space
  • There is good enough bootspace for the occupants' bags
  • Available in both manual and AMT transmissions

Cons

  • The middle seat in the front row is not the best place to be in
  • The engine, though refined, is not the peppiest in the segment
  • Gear changes can be a little cumbersome because of the long travel of the clutch

Verdict

M&M has facelifted its smallest offering, the KUV 100 and given it as many as 40 changes overall. The KUV 100 NXT is an improvement on the car for sure. But it is still far from being the segment best. It's quirky and does attract with its SUV appeal. Mahindra should see some renewed success with the facelifted car - though should start to think about better connectivity interfaces like Apple CarPlay, Android Auto.

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