Audi Q5 vs Kia Carnival
Should you buy Audi Q5 or Kia Carnival? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, Colours and other specs. Audi Q5 price starts at Rs 66.99 Lakh ex-showroom for Premium Plus (Petrol) and Kia Carnival price starts Rs 63.90 Lakh ex-showroom for Limousine Plus (Diesel). Q5 has 1984 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while Carnival has 2151 cc (Diesel top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the Q5 has a mileage of 13.47 kmpl (Petrol top model) and the Carnival has a mileage of 14.85 kmpl (Diesel top model).
Q5 Vs Carnival
| Key Highlights | Audi Q5 | Kia Carnival |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.85,04,465* | Rs.75,28,287* |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Diesel |
| Engine(cc) | 1984 | 2151 |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
Audi Q5 vs Kia Carnival comparison
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Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.85,04,465* | Rs.75,28,287* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.1,61,883/month | Rs.1,43,289/month |
| Insurance | Rs.3,13,775 | Rs.2,75,637 |
| User Rating | Based on 59 Reviews | Based on 71 Reviews |
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Engine & Transmission
| Engine Type Engine type in car refers to the type of engine that powers the vehicle. There are many different types of car engines, but the most common are petrol (gasoline) and diesel engines✕ | 2.0 L TFSI | Smartstream In-line |
| Displacement (cc) The displacement of an engine is the total volume of all of the cylinders in the engine. Measured in cubic centimetres (cc)✕ | 1984 | 2151 |
| No. of Cylinders ICE engines have one or more cylinders. More cylinders typically mean more smoothness and more power, but it also means more moving parts and less fuel efficiency.✕ | 44 Cylinder Cars | 44 Cylinder Cars |
| Max Power (bhp@rpm) Power dictates the performance of an engine. It's measured in horsepower (bhp) or metric horsepower (PS). More is better.✕ | 245.59bhp@5000-6000rpm | 190bhp |
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Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Diesel |
| Mileage ARAI (kmpl) | 13.47 | 14.85 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) | 70 | 72 |
| Emission Norm Compliance Indicates the level of pollutants the car's engine emits, showing compliance with environmental regulations.✕ | BS VI 2.0 | BS VI 2.0 |
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes
| Front Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the front wheels to the car body. Reduces jerks over bad surfaces and affects handling.✕ | Multi link suspension | MacPherson Strut suspension |
| Rear Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the rear wheels to the car body. It impacts ride quality and stability.✕ | Multi link suspension | Multi-link suspension |
| Steering Type The mechanism by which the car's steering operates, such as manual, power-assisted, or electric. It affecting driving ease.✕ | - | Electric |
| Steering Column The shaft that connects the steering wheel to the rest of the steering system to help maneouvre the car.✕ | - | Tilt & Telescopic |
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Dimensions & Capacity
| Length (mm) The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back.✕ | 4682 | 5155 |
| Width (mm) The width of a car is the horizontal distance between the two outermost points of the car, typically measured at the widest point of the car, such as the wheel wells or the rearview mirrors✕ | 1893 | 1995 |
| Height (mm) The height of a car is the vertical distance between the ground and the highest point of the car. It can decide how much space a car has along with it's body type and is also critical in determining it's ability to fit in smaller garages or parking spaces✕ | 1653 | 1775 |
| Wheel Base (mm) Distance between the centre of the front and rear wheels. Affects the car’s stability & handling .✕ | 2500 | 3090 |
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Comfort & Convenience
| Power Steering Mechanism that reduces the effort needed to operate the steering wheel. Offered in various types, including hydraulic and electric.✕ | - | Yes |
| Automatic Climate Control Automatically adjusts the car’s cabin temperature. Removes the need to manually adjust car AC temperature every now and then & offers a set it and forget it convenience.✕ | 3 Zone | 3 Zone |
| Accessory Power Outlet 12V power socket to power your appliances, like phones or tyre inflators.✕ | - | Yes |
| Rear Reading Lamp A light provided in the rear seating area of the car. It allows passengers to read or see in the dark without disturbing the driver.✕ | - | Yes |
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Interior
| Tachometer A tachometer shows how fast the engine is running, measured in revolutions per minute (RPM). In a manual car, it helps the driver know when to shift gears.✕ | - | Yes |
| Glove Box It refers to a storage compartment built into the dashboard of a vehicle on the passenger's side. It is used to store vehicle documents, and first aid kit among others. ✕ | - | Yes |
| Digital Odometer A meter that keeps track of the total kilometres a vehicle has travelled. This cannot be reset by an owner and serves as a record for tracking service intervals and waranty validity, and also is important when selling the vehicle.✕ | Yes | - |
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Exterior
| Available Colours | Mythos Black Metallic Mythos Black Floret Silver Metallic Ibis White Navarra Blue Metallic +1 MoreQ5 Colours | Glacier White Pearl Fusion Black Carnival Colours |
| Body Type | SUVAll SUV Cars | MUVAll MUV Cars |
| Adjustable Headlamps | - | Yes |
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Safety
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) A safety system that prevents a car's wheels from locking up during hard braking to maintain steering control.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Yes | - |
| Central Locking A system that locks or unlocks all of the car's doors simultaneously with the press of a button. A must-have feature in modern cars.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Child Safety Locks Safety locks located on the car's rear doors that, when engaged, allows the doors to be opened only from the outside. The idea is to stop the door from opening unintentionally.✕ | Yes | Yes |
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ADAS
| Forward Collision Warning | - | Yes |
| Speed Assist System | - | Yes |
| Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist | - | Yes |
| Lane Departure Warning | - | Yes |
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Advance Internet
| Over the Air (OTA) Updates | - | Yes |
Entertainment & Communication
| Radio AM/FM radio tuner for listening to broadcasts and music. Mainly used for listening to music and news when inside the car.✕ | - | Yes |
| Wireless Phone Charging Charges phones wirelessly via a charging pad. Useful feature for users with a smartphone that supports wireless charging.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Connectivity Allows wireless connection of devices to the car’s stereo for calls or music.✕ | - | Yes |
| Touchscreen A touchscreen panel in the dashboard for controlling the car's features like music, navigation, and other car info.✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Pros & Cons
- Pros
- Cons
Audi Q5
- Gets a bit more of an identity thanks to a sportier design
- A spacious and practical cabin, an ideal formula for family luxury
- Decently specced feature list
- Can be pushed or driven comfortably with ease
- All-wheel drivetrain as standard
Kia Carnival
- Most spacious car you can buy for under a crore
- Rear seat comfort and space is much better than luxury cars costing double the Carnival’s price
- Ample boot space behind the third row
- The front 4 seats are powered, heated and ventilated
- Impressive road presence despite being an MPV
Audi Q5
- A petrol-only offering
- Cabin could've had a little less hard plastics
- Lack of advanced driver assistance features
Kia Carnival
- Rear cabin quality should have been better
- Noise insulation is not good for a chauffeur driven car
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Questions & answers
Q ) Which car is cheaper between Audi Q5 and Kia Carnival?
A ) Audi Q5 price starts at ₹ 66.99 Lakh & Kia Carnival price starts at ₹ 63.90 Lakh in New Delhi. Kia Carnival is cheaper between these two cars.
Q ) Which car has good mileage Audi Q5 and Kia Carnival?
A ) The mileage of Q5 is 13.47 kmpl in New Delhi & The mileage of Carnival is 14.85 kmpl in New Delhi. Kia Carnival gives better mileage than Audi Q5.
*Ex-showroom price in New Delhi