Kia Carnival vs BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine [2021-2023]

CarWale brings you comparison of Kia Carnival and BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine [2021-2023]. The Kia Carnival price is Rs. 63.90 Lakh and BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine [2021-2023] price is Rs. 53.50 Lakh. The Kia Carnival is available in 2151 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Diesel and BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine [2021-2023] is available in 1998 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol. Carnival provides the mileage of 14.85 kmpl and 3 Series Gran Limousine [2021-2023] provides the mileage of 15.3 kmpl.

Carnival vs 3 Series Gran Limousine [2021-2023] Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Carnival	3 Series Gran Limousine [2021-2023]
Price	Rs. 63.90 Lakh	Rs. 53.50 Lakh
Engine Capacity	2151 cc	1998 cc
Power	190 bhp	255 bhp
Transmission	Automatic (TC)	Automatic (TC)
Fuel Type	Diesel	Petrol

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Kia Carnival

Limousine Plus

Rs. 63.90 Lakh

Avg. Ex-Showroom price

BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine [2021-2023]

330Li Iconic Edition

Rs. 53.50 Lakh

Last Recorded Price

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Kia Carnival

Limousine Plus

BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine [2021-2023]

330Li Iconic Edition

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SPECIFICATIONS
FEATURES
BROCHURE
COLOURS

SPECIFICATIONS
FEATURES
BROCHURE
COLOURS

Specifications and Finance

Finance

Engine & Transmission

Top Speed (kmph)		250
Acceleration (0-100 kmph) (seconds)		6.2
Engine	2151 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	1998 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Engine Type	2.2L CRDi	B48 Turbocharged I4
Fuel Type	Diesel	Petrol
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	190 bhp @ 3800 rpm	255 bhp @ 5000 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	441 Nm @ 1750 rpm	400 Nm @ 1550 rpm
Mileage (ARAI) (kmpl)	14.85View Mileage Details	15.3View Mileage Details
Driving Range (km)	1069	903
Drivetrain	FWD	RWD
Transmission	Automatic (TC) - 8 Gears, Paddle Shift	Automatic (TC) - 8 Gears, Manual Override & Paddle Shift, Sport Mode
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2	BS 6
Turbocharger / Supercharger	Turbocharged	Turbocharged
Others	Idle Start/Stop	Regenerative Braking, Idle Start/Stop
Valve/Cylinder (Configuration)	4, DOHC	4, DOHC

Dimensions & Weight
Capacity

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Front Suspension	Macpherson Strut with coil spring	Double-joint spring-strut axle in lightweight aluminium-steel construction, hydraulically damped torque strut bearingsconstruction
Rear Suspension	Multi Link	Five-link axle in lightweight aluminium-steel construction
Front Brake Type	Disc	Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Ventilated Disc
Minimum Turning Radius (metres)	5.8	6
Steering Type	Power assisted (Electric)	Power assisted (Electric)
Wheels	Alloy Wheels	Alloy Wheels
Spare Wheel	Space Saver	Space Saver
Front Tyres	235 / 60 R18	225 / 50 R17
Rear Tyres	235 / 60 R18	225 / 50 R17

Features

Safety

Overspeed Warning	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Lane Departure Warning
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
High-beam Assist
NCAP Rating	Not Tested	5 Star (Euro NCAP)
Blind Spot Detection
Lane Departure Prevention
Rear Cross-traffic Assist
Airbags	8 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Knee, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side, Rear Passenger Side)	6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain)
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
Rear Middle Head Rest
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Child Seat Anchor Points
Seat Belt Warning

Braking & Traction

Locks & Security

Comfort & Convenience

Air Purifier
Umbrella Storage in Door
Electronic Parking Brake
Air Conditioner	Yes (Automatic Three Zone)	Yes (Automatic Three Zone)
Front AC	Two Zones, Individual Fan Speed Controls	Two Zones, Individual Fan Speed Controls
Rear AC	Separate Zone, Vents on Roof	Separate Zone, Vents Behind Front Armrest, Common Fan Speed Control
Third Row AC Zone	Blower, Vents on Roof , Common Fan Speed Controls
Heater
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors	Driver & Co-Driver	Driver & Co-Driver
Cabin Boot Access
Anti-glare Mirrors	Electronic - Internal Only	Electronic - Internal & Driver Door
Parking Assist	360 Degree Camera	Reverse Camera with Guidance
Parking Sensors	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Cruise Control
Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
Keyless Start/ Button Start
Steering Adjustment	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt & Telescopic
12V Power Outlets		2

Mobile App Features

Seats & Upholstery

Driver Seat Adjustment	14 way electrically adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, seat height: up / down, lumbar: up / down, lumbar: forward / back, seat base angle: up / down, extended thigh support: forward / back) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down)	10 way electrically adjustable with 2 memory presets (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, seat height up / down, seat base angle up / down, backrest bolsters in / out) + 4 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down, extended thigh support forward / back)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment	6 way electrically adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, seat height: up / down) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down)	10 way electrically adjustable with 2 memory presets (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, seat height up / down, seat base angle up / down, backrest bolsters in / out) + 4 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down, extended thigh support forward / back)
Rear Row Seat Adjustment	6 way electrically adjustable (backrest tilt: forward / back, seat base angle: up / down, extended thigh support: forward / back) + 4 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, headrest: up / down)	2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)
Third Row Seat Adjustment	2 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down)
Seat Upholstery	Leather	Leather
Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel
Driver Armrest
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Captain Seats	Bench
Third Row Seat Type	Bench
Ventilated Seats	Front only
Interiors	Dual Tone	Dual Tone
Interior Colours	Tuscan & Umber	Fine-Wood Trim Oak Grain
Rear Armrest		With Cup Holder
Folding Rear Seat	Full	Full
Split Rear Seat	50:50 split	40:20:40 split
Split Third Row Seat	60:40 split
Front Seatback Pockets
Headrests	Front, Second & Third	Front & Rear

Storage

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

ORVM Colour	Body Coloured	Body Coloured
Scuff Plates	Illuminated	Metallic
Power Windows	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
One Touch Down	All	All
One Touch Up	All	All
Adjustable ORVMs	Electrically Adjustable & Retractable	Electrically Adjustable & Retractable
Turn Indicators on ORVMs
Rear Defogger
Rear Wiper
Exterior Door Handles	Body Coloured	Body Coloured
Rain-sensing Wipers
Interior Door Handles	Silver	Chrome
Door Pockets	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Bootlid Opener	Electric Tailgate Release	Electric Tailgate Release

Exterior

Lighting

Ambient Interior Count	64
Headlights	LED	LED
Automatic Headlamps
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Cornering Headlights	Active	Active
Taillights	LED	LED
Daytime Running Lights	LED	LED
Fog Lights	LED,LED	LED,Halogen
Ambient Interior Lighting	Multi-colour
Puddle Lamps
Cabin Lamps	Front and Rear	Front and Rear
Light on Vanity Mirrors		Driver & Co-Driver
Rear Reading Lamp	Both Sides
Glovebox Lamp
Headlight Height Adjuster

Instrumentation

Instantaneous Consumption
Instrument Cluster	Digital	Digital
Trip Meter	Electronic 2 Trips	Electronic 2 Trips
Average Fuel Consumption
Average Speed
Distance to Empty
Clock	Digital	Digital
Low Fuel Level Warning
Door Ajar Warning
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Gear Indicator
Shift Indicator		Dynamic
Heads Up Display (HUD)
Tachometer	Digital	Digital

Entertainment, Information & Communication

Android Auto
Apple CarPlay
Display	Touch-screen Display	Touch-screen Display
Touchscreen Size (inch)	12.3
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
Speakers	12	6+
Steering-mounted controls
Voice Command
GPS Navigation System
Bluetooth Compatibility	Phone & Audio Streaming	Phone & Audio Streaming
AUX Compatibility
AM/FM Radio
USB Compatibility
Wireless Charger
Internal Hard Drive

Manufacturer Warranty

Brochure

Colours

	Fusion Black	Carbon Black Metallic
	Glacier white Pearl	Melbourne Red Metallic
		Cashmere Silver
		Mineral White Metallic

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Carnival vs 3 Series Gran Limousine [2021-2023] Comparison FAQs

Q: Which car is cheaper between Kia Carnival and BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine [2021-2023]?

Kia Carnival price is Rs. 63.90 Lakh and BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine [2021-2023] price is Rs. 53.50 Lakh. Hence BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine [2021-2023] is the cheapest amongst these cars.

Q: Which car between Carnival and 3 Series Gran Limousine [2021-2023] is better in terms of fuel economy?

For the Limousine Plus variant, mileage of Carnival is 14.85kmpl and for the 330Li Iconic Edition variant, mileage of 3 Series Gran Limousine [2021-2023] is 15.3kmpl. Thus making 3 Series Gran Limousine [2021-2023] the most fuel efficient as compared to Carnival

Q: How is the performance of Carnival compared to 3 Series Gran Limousine [2021-2023]?

For the Limousine Plus variant, 2151 cc Diesel engine of Carnival produces 190 bhp @ 3800 rpm of power and 441 Nm @ 1750 rpm of torque. For the 330Li Iconic Edition variant, 1998 cc Petrol engine of 3 Series Gran Limousine [2021-2023] produces 255 bhp @ 5000 rpm of power and 400 Nm @ 1550 rpm of torque.

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Kia Carnival vs BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine [2021-2023]

Length (mm)	5155	4819
Width (mm)	1995	1827
Height (mm)	1775	1441
Wheelbase (mm)	3090	2961
Ground Clearance (mm)		135

Doors (Doors)	5	4
Seating Capacity (Person)	7	5
No of Rows (Rows)	3	2
Bootspace (litres)		480
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	72	59

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Brake Assist (BA)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Hill Hold Control
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)
Hill Descent Control
Limited Slip Differential (LSD)

Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking	Keyless	Keyless
Speed Sensing Door Lock
Child Safety Lock

Find My Car
Check Vehicle Status via App
Geo-fence
Emergency Call
Over The Air (OTA) Updates
Remote AC: On / Off via App
Alexa Compatibility

Cup Holders	Front Only	Front & Rear
Driver Armrest Storage
Cooled Glovebox
Third Row Cup Holders

Sunroof / Moonroof	Electrically Adjustable	Electrically Adjustable
Roof-mounted Antenna
Body-coloured Bumpers
Chrome Finish Exhaust Pipe

Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)
Warranty (In Years)	3	3
Warranty (In Kilometres)	Unlimited	40000