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MG Hector Plus vs Kia Carnival Comparison

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Hector Plus vs Carnival Comparison Overview

Key HighlightsHector PlusCarnival
Price16.05 L59.45 L
Power1956 CC2151 CC
ClassSUVMUV
Mileage16 - 17 KM/L14 KM/L
Hector Plus
MG Hector Plus
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹16.05 L
Carnival
Kia Carnival
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹59.45 L
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Style 6 Seater Diesel
MG Hector Plus
Style 6 Seater Diesel
16.05 L
Limousine Plus
Kia Carnival
Limousine Plus
59.45 L
OverviewSpecificationFeatures

Overview

Overall Rating
7.3
7.3
Value For Money8.506.75
Significance8.506.75
Styling8.508.00
Comfort7.758.50
Safety7.758.50
Merit Or Usp8.007.75

Specifications

Engine Type2.0-litre, Four-cylinderSmartstream In-line 4 Cylinder E-VGT CRDi 16 Valve
Displacement (CC)1956 CC2151 CC
No. of Cylinders44
Power141 bhp190 bhp @ 3800 rpm @ 3800 rpm
Torque250 Nm441 Nm @ 1750-2750 rpm @ 1750-2750 rpm
Top Speed195190
Acceleration 0 to 100 Kmph10.210.8
No. of gears68
Drive TrainFWDFWD
Turbocharger Yes Yes
Emissions StandardBS6 Phase 2BS VI Phase 2
Length4699 mm5155 mm
Width1835 mm1995 mm
Height1760 mm1775 mm
Wheelbase2750 mm3090 mm
Ground Clearance192 mm180 mm
Kerb Weight1870 KG1995 KG
Boot Space155 L540 L
No. of Doors55
No. of Rows23
Seating Capacity67
Fuel tank Capacity60.072.0
Mileage ARAI16.00 KM/L13.90 KM/L
Mileage - City15.00 KM/L14.50 KM/L
Mileage - Highway17.00 KM/L11.00 KM/L
Front SuspensionMacpherson Strut Plus Coil SpringMacpherson Strut With Coil Spring
Rear SuspensionBeam Assemble Plus Coil SpringMulti Link
Front Brake TypeDiscDisc
Rear Brake TypeDiscDisc
Steering TypeElectric Power SteeringElectric
Steering AdjustabilityTilt & TelescopicTilt & Telescopic
Wheel TypeAlloy WheelsAlloy Wheels
Tyre TypeTubeless RadialTubeless
Front Tyre Size215/55 R18235/60 R18
Rear Tyre Size215/55 R18235/60 R18
Spare Wheel TypeSteelSteel
Spare Wheel Size17 Inch235/60 R18

Features

Air ConditionerManualAutomatic - Three Zone
Front ACSingle Zone, Common Fan Speed ControlDual Zone
Rear AC YesTriple Zone, Independent Controls
Third Row AC Zone Yes Yes
Heater Yes Yes
Climate Control YesTriple Zone
Cruise Control YesAdaptive
Power Windows Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Push Start Stop Button Yes Yes
Remote Engine Start Yes Yes
Hands-Free Tailgate No Yes
Steering Mounted Audio Yes Yes
Cooled Glovebox Yes Yes
Rain Sensing Wipers Yes Yes
Automatic Headlamps No Yes
Electric Tailgate No Yes
Adjustable ORVMs Yes Yes
Adjustable Rear Headrests YesNA
Power Outlets 12V Yes Yes
Wireless Phone Charger Yes Yes
Nappa Upholstery No Yes
Power Sliding Rear Doors No Yes
Dual Electric Sunroof No Yes
Third Row 60:40 Split Folding Rear Seats No Yes
Ventilated And Power adjustable Driver’s Seat No Yes
Rear AC vents With Separate Controls No Yes
Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control No Yes
SMART POWERED TAILGATE No Yes
Auto Antiglare Mirror (ECM) with UVO Controls No Yes
One Touch Power sliding Doors No Yes
SunGlass Holder No Yes
220V Laptop Charger No Yes
Dual Electric Sunroof With All Interior LED Lights No Yes
Smart Power Tailgate No Yes
4th Row Pop-Up Sinking Seats No Yes
3rd Row Sliding Seat No Yes
Wireless Smartphone Charger No Yes
Auto Antiglare Inside Rear View Mirror With UVO Controls No Yes
Driver Seat Ventilation No Yes
10 Way Power Driver Seat No Yes
Ventilated Driver Seat No Yes
Electronic Parking Brake No Yes
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes
Central Locking Yes Yes
Speed Sensing Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
Driver Seat AdjustmentManualElectrically Adjustable with Memory Function
Front Passenger Seat AdjustmentManualElectrically Adjustable
Seat UpholsteryLeatherettePremium Nappa Leather
Rear Armrest YesWith Cup Holder
Front Armrest YesAvailable with Storage
Folding Rear Seat Yes Yes
Split Rear Seat60:40 Yes
Front Seatback Pockets Yes60:40 Split
HeadrestsAdjustableFront and Rear
Ventilated Seats NoFront and Rear
Seat Memory Function No Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts Yes Yes
No. of Airbags66
Driver Airbags Yes Yes
Passenger Airbags Yes Yes
Side Airbags Yes Yes
Curtain Airbag Yes Yes
ABS Yes Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution Yes Yes
Electronic Stability Program Yes Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Hill Hold Control Yes Yes
Hill Assist Yes Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Yes Yes
Traction Control Yes Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring No Yes
Lane Assist No Yes
Forward Collision Warning No Yes
Auto Emergency Braking No Yes
Driver Drowsiness Detection No Yes
Child Seat Anchor Points No Yes
Parking SensorsRearFront and Rear
Speed Alert System Yes Yes
Parking AssistanceRear Camera360 Camera
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock Yes Yes
Dashcam No Yes
Electric ORVM Heating Yes Yes
Hill Assist Control (HAC) No Yes
Forward Collision Avoidance Assist No Yes
Automatic Defogger No Yes
Front And Rear Parking Sensors No Yes
Eight Airbags No Yes
Digital Instrument Cluster No Yes
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) No Yes
ABS with EBD No Yes
High Line TPMS No Yes
All Power Windows with Auto Up/down and Safety No Yes
Automatic Headlamps No Yes
Light TypeLEDProjector LED
Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs)LEDLED
Turn Indicators on ORVM Yes Yes
Fog LampsLEDLED
Ambient Lighting Yes Yes
Automatic High Beam Assist No Yes
Follow-Me-Home Headlamps No Yes
Cornering Lights Yes Yes
Cabin Lamps YesFront and Rear LED
LED Tailgate Light Bar No Yes
Ambient interior lighting No Yes
LED Taillamps No Yes
LED Headlamps No Yes
LED DRLs No Yes
SunroofPanoramicDual-Pane Panoramic
Roof Rails Yes Yes
Shark Fin Antenna Yes Yes
Body-Coloured ORVMs Yes Yes
Chrome Accents Yes Yes
ORVM AdjustmentsElectricElectric, Auto-Folding
Rear Spoiler Yes Yes
Skid Plates Yes Yes
Instrument ClusterSemi-DigitalDigital
Trip Meter YesElectronic 2 Trips
Average Fuel Efficiency Indicator Yes Yes
Average Speed Yes Yes
Clock YesDigital
Low Fuel Warning Yes Yes
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Adjustable Cluster Brightness Yes Yes
Gear Indicator Yes Yes
Shift Indicator Yes Yes
Tachometer YesDigital
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Infotainment System Yes Yes
Touchscreen Display Size14-inch10.25 Inches
Audio SystemStandardHarman Kardon
Speakers68
Tweeters Yes4
Subwoofer No Yes
GPS Navigation Yes Yes
Voice Commands Yes Yes
Smartphone ConnectivityAndroid Auto & Apple CarPlayAndroid Auto, Apple CarPlay
Bluetooth Support Yes Yes
USB Support Yes Yes
Wireless Display (Screen Mirroring) No Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD) No Yes
Radio Yes Yes
FM/AM Radio No Yes
USB Media Ports No Yes
12.3-Inch HD Touchscreen Infotainment System No Yes
Multiple USB Charging Ports No Yes
OTA Updates No Yes
Connected Car Technology Yes Yes
Over-The-Air Updates (OTA) Yes Yes
Geofencing Yes Yes
Digital Key No Yes
AI Voice Assistance Yes Yes
Auto Park Assist No Yes
Autonomous Driving LevelLevel 2Level 2
SOS Button Yes Yes
Type Battery Warranty No2 Years
Type Manufacturer Warranty3 Years / Unlimited km3 Years or 1,00,000 km

Pros Cons of Kia Carnival

Pros

  • Best-in-class second-row comfort
  • Strong torque-rich diesel engine
  • Premium limousine-like cabin feel
  • Feature-loaded without feeling complicated
  • Impressive highway stability

Cons

  • Large size challenging in cities
  • No all-wheel-drive option
  • Not built for sporty driving
  • Fuel efficiency just average
  • SUV image seekers look elsewhere

Verdict

The Kia Carnival has grown into India’s most sensible luxury limousine. It doesn’t try to be a rugged SUV or a sporty machine. Instead, it focuses on what truly matters for its audience — space, comfort, presence, and effortless long-distance travel. On the ORR, it feels planted. In city traffic, it feels manageable. And in the second row, it feels like a private lounge.

You get executive-level comfort without stepping into ultra-luxury pricing. That balance is what makes it so compelling. As Girish Karkera sums it up perfectly, “Yes, the Carnival is already a winner in our books.”

If your priority is comfort and class over aggression and flash, the Carnival delivers in style.

It’s not just a big family car. It’s a confident statement of success.

Best For

  • Chauffeur-driven executive families
  • Large premium family buyers
  • Highway comfort seekers
  • Luxury MPV enthusiasts

Not Ideal For

  • Hardcore off-road SUV buyers
  • Small parking space owners
  • Performance SUV seekers
  • Budget-focused MPV shoppers

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