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Kia Carnival vs Mahindra XUV500 Comparison

Compare Kia Carnival vs Mahindra XUV500 to know which is better. Detailed cars comparison on Kia Carnival vs Mahindra XUV500 compare price, specs, mileage, performance, reviews and other features on car&bike.

Carnival vs XUV500 Comparison Overview

Key HighlightsCarnivalXUV500
Price59.42 L11.28 L
Power2151 CCN/A
ClassMUVSUV
Mileage14 KM/LN/A
Carnival
Kia Carnival
*Ex-Showroom Price
59.42 L
XUV500
Mahindra XUV500
*Ex-Showroom Price
11.28 L
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Kia Carnival
Limousine Plus
59.42 L
W9 1.99-Litre
Mahindra XUV500
W9 1.99-Litre
11.28 L

Overview

Overall Rating
8.0
7.2
Value For Money6.757.75
Significance6.757.75
Styling8.007.00
Comfort8.507.50
Safety8.506.50
Environment7.506.00
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
Acceleration 0 to 100 Kmph10.8N/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 XUV500

Pros

  • Looks better than before. Facelift ups the premium quotient
  • Seats are well bolstered
  • More power available on the diesel

Cons

  • There's a hint of body roll
  • Low on power at lower rpms
  • Understeers when you take a corner

Verdict

Mahindra is offering some new colours on the XUV500 - Crimson Red and Mystic copper, both of which we did not get to see; but the Crimson Red looked promising on the presentation board. Mahindra will hope the refresh brings its customer base back into M&M showrooms and more importantly, back to driving the once popular XUV500.

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