BMW 2 Series vs Kia Carnival

Should you buy BMW 2 Series 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. BMW 2 Series price starts at Rs 43.90 Lakh ex-showroom for 220i M Sport (Petrol) and Kia Carnival price starts Rs 63.90 Lakh ex-showroom for Limousine Plus (Diesel). 2 Series has 1998 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while Carnival has 2151 cc (Diesel top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the 2 Series has a mileage of 18.64 kmpl (Diesel top model)> and the Carnival has a mileage of 14.85 kmpl (Diesel top model).

2 Series Vs Carnival

Key Highlights	BMW 2 Series	Kia Carnival
On Road Price	Rs.54,23,312^*	Rs.75,28,287^*
Fuel Type	Diesel	Diesel
Engine(cc)	1998	2151
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic

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BMW 2 Series
Rs46.90 Lakh^*
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Kia Carnival
Rs63.90 Lakh^*
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Brand / Model
Variant

BMW 2 Series
220d M Sport
43.90 - 46.90 Lakh^*
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Kia Carnival
Limousine Plus
63.90 Lakh^*
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Basic Information	220d M Sport	Limousine Plus
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.54,23,312^*	Rs.75,28,287^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.1,05,645/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.1,43,289/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.93,832	Rs.2,75,637
User Rating	4.3 Based on 102 Reviews	4.6 Based on 66 Reviews
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Basic Information

220d M Sport

Limousine Plus

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.54,23,312^*

Rs.75,28,287^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.1,05,645/month

Get EMI Offers

Rs.1,43,289/month

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Insurance

Rs.93,832

Rs.2,75,637

User Rating

4.3

Based on 102 Reviews

4.6

Based on 66 Reviews

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Engine & Transmission
Engine Type	2.0L B47D20 Turbocharged I4	Smartstream In-line
Displacement (cc)	1998	2151
No. of Cylinders	44 Cylinder Cars	44 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	187.74bhp@4000rpm	190bhp
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	400Nm@1750-2500rpm	441Nm
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Fuel Supply System	-	CRDi
Turbo Charger	Twin	-
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Gearbox	8-Speed Steptronic	8 Speed
Drive Type	FWD	2WD
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Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

2.0L B47D20 Turbocharged I4

Smartstream In-line

Displacement (cc)

1998

2151

No. of Cylinders

44 Cylinder Cars

Max Power (bhp@rpm)

187.74bhp@4000rpm

190bhp

Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Diesel	Diesel
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)	18.64	14.85
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	51	72
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI 2.0	BS VI 2.0
Top Speed (kmph)	240	-
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Fuel & Performance

Fuel Type

Diesel

Mileage ARAI (kmpl)

18.64

14.85

Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)

Emission Norm Compliance

BS VI 2.0

Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	Multi link suspension	MacPherson Strut suspension
Rear Suspension	Multi link suspension	Multi-link suspension
Steering Type	Power	Electric
Steering Column	-	Tilt & Telescopic
Front Brake Type	Ventilated Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Ventilated Disc	Disc
Top Speed (Kmph)	240	-
0-100kmph (Seconds)	7.5 s	-
Tyre Size	225/40 R18	235/60 R18
Tyre Type	Tubeless,Runflat	Radial & Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)	-	No
4th Gear (40-100kmph) (Seconds)	7.5	-
Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)	-	18
Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)	-	18
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension

Multi link suspension

MacPherson Strut suspension

Rear Suspension

Multi link suspension

Multi-link suspension

Steering Type

Power

Electric

Steering Column

Tilt & Telescopic

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	4526	5155
Width (mm)	2081	1995
Height (mm)	1420	1775
Wheel Base (mm)	2651	3090
Rear Tread (mm)	1565	-
Kerb Weight (kg)	1570	-
Seating Capacity	5	7
Boot Space (Litres)	380	-
No. of Doors	4	5
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Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Power Boot	Yes	-
Automatic Climate Control	2 Zone	3 Zone
Air Quality Control	No	-
Remote Climate Control (A/C)	No	-
Remote Fuel Lid Opener	No	-
Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	-
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Trunk Light	Yes	-
Vanity Mirror	Yes	-
Rear Reading Lamp	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	Adjustable
Adjustable Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest	Yes	-
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Rear AC Vents	Yes	Yes
Lumbar Support	Yes	Yes
Active Noise Cancellation	Yes	-
Multifunction Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Navigation System	Yes	-
Find My Car Location	No	-
Real-Time Vehicle Tracking	Yes	-
Foldable Rear Seat	-	2nd Row Captain Seats Tumble Fold
Smart Access Card Entry	Yes	-
Engine Start Stop Button	Yes	Yes
Bottle Holder	-	Front & Rear Door
Voice Commands	Yes	-
Paddle Shifters	Yes	Yes
USB Charger	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Central Console Armrest	With Storage	Yes
Tailgate Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Hands-Free Tailgate	Yes	-
Gear Shift Indicator	No	-
Rear Curtain	No	-
Luggage Hook And Net	No	-
Battery Saver	No	-
Additional Features	-	12-Way Power Driver's Seat with 4-Way Lumbar Support & Memory Function,8-Way Power Front Passenger Seat,Sunshade Curtains (2nd & 3rd Row),2nd Row Roof Vents with Controls,3rd Row Roof Vents,Electrically Sliding Doors,Shift-By-Wire System (Dial Type)
Memory Function Seats	Front	Front
One Touch Operating Power Window	-	Driver's Window
Drive Modes	3	4
Glove Box Light	-	Yes
Idle Start Stop System	-	Yes
Power Windows	-	Front & Rear
Heated Seats	-	Front & Rear
Cup Holders	-	Front & Rear
Drive Mode Types	-	Eco/Normal/Sport/Smart
Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering	Yes	Height & Reach
KeyLess Entry	Yes	Yes
Ventilated Seats	-	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	No	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	Front	Front
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps	Yes	Yes
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Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering

Power Boot

Automatic Climate Control

2 Zone

3 Zone

Air Quality Control

Interior
Tachometer	Yes	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	-
Leather Seats	Yes	-
Fabric Upholstery	No	-
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel	Yes	-
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector	Yes	-
Glove Box	Yes	Yes
Digital Clock	Yes	-
Outside Temperature Display	Yes	-
Cigarette Lighter	No	-
Digital Odometer	Yes	-
Driving Experience Control Eco	Yes	-
Folding Table In The Rear	No	-
Dual Tone Dashboard	Yes	-
Additional Features	Automatic air conditioning with 2 zone control includes Automatic Air Recirculation (AAR), a fogging and solar sensor, Air-vents for rear seat occupants, Micro-activated carbon particulate filter for fresh and recirculated air, Ambient lighting : Atmospheric Lighting in front and rear with six selectable light designs for instrument panel and door trims, Panorama glass roof with automatic sliding / tilting function, Sport seats for driver and front passenger, Floor mats in velour, Interior mirrors with automatic anti-dazzle function, Rear seat with 40:20:40 folding, can be folded individually, Storage compartment package, M leather steering wheel in leather ‘Walknappa’ in Black with Black stitching and ‘M’ badging, Gearshift lever with gear knob in ‘Walknappa’ leather and ‘M’ badge, Fully Digital 10.25” (26.03 cm) Instrument Display BMW Operating System 7.0 with variable configurable widgets, Floor mats in ‘M’ specific design, Vehicle key with insert in Black High-Gloss and M lettering, Contrasting seams on the Dashboard	2nd row powered relaxation seats with ventilation,heating & leg support,2nd Row Captain Seats with Sliding & Reclining function & Walk-in Device,3rd Row 60:40 Split Folding and Sinking Seats,Leatherette Wrapped Steering Wheel,Satin Silver Interior Door Handle,Auto Anti-Glare IRVM
Digital Cluster	-	Yes
Digital Cluster Size (Inch)	-	12.3
Upholstery	-	Leather
Ambient Light Colour	-	64
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Interior

Tachometer

Electronic Multi Tripmeter

Leather Seats

Exterior
	Photo Comparison
Wheel
Headlight
Front Left Side
Available Colors	Alpine WhiteSnapper Rocks Blue MetallicBlack Sapphire Metallic2 Series Colors	Glacier White PearlFusion BlackCarnival Colors
Body Type	SedanAll Sedan Cars	MUVAll MUV Cars
Adjustable Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Fog Lights Front	Yes	-
Fog Lights Rear	No	-
Headlamp Washers	No	-
Rain Sensing Wiper	-	Yes
Rear Window Wiper	No	Yes
Rear Window Washer	No	Yes
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	Yes
Wheel Covers	No	No
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Power Antenna	No	-
Tinted Glass	No	-
Rear Spoiler	No	Yes
Roof Carrier	No	-
Sun Roof	Yes	Yes
Side Stepper	No	-
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	Yes	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	-
Chrome Grille	Yes	-
Chrome Garnish	Yes	-
Dual Tone Body Colour	No	-
Smoke Headlamps	No	-
Projector Headlamps	No	Yes
Halogen Headlamps	No	-
Cornering Headlamps	Yes	-
Cornering Foglamps	Yes	-
Roof Rails	No	Yes
Trunk Opener	Smart	-
Heated Wing Mirror	No	-
LED DRLs	Yes	Yes
LED Headlamps	Yes	Yes
LED Taillights	Yes	Yes
LED Fog Lamps	Yes	Yes
Additional Features	M High-gloss Shadowline, M Aerodynamics package with front apron, rear apron and side sill in body colour,with side sill with Dark Shadow insert, BMW kidney grille with exclusively designed vertical slats in satinized Aluminium with grille frame in Chrome High-Gloss, ‘M’ designation on the sides, Door sill finishers with ‘M’ designation, LED headlamps with BMW twin hexagonal design icon lights - LED daytime running lamps, cornering lights, LED tail lights with aerodynamicaly optimized 3D two-part L-Shaped design, Sun protection Glazing Green glass Reduction in solar radiation (light) by approx. 20%, UVA radiation reduced by about a third, UVB load reduced by about 100%, Reduction in infrared radiation (heat) by about 50%, Rain sensor and automatic driving lights, Twin exhaust tailpipe in chrome finish, Incorrect fuelling prevention for diesel cars, LED projection “BMW” from exterior mirror on driver’s side, Welcome lights for outer door handles (front and rear)	Black & Chrome Tiger Nose Grille,Intelligent Ice Cube Led Projection Headlamp (ILED),Starmap Daytime Running Light (SDRL),LED Rear Combination Lamps,Rear Spoiler With LED HMSL,Roof Rail,Hidden Rear Wiper,Body Colored Door Handles With Chrome Accents,Side Sill Garnish With Matte Chrome Insert,Matte Chrome Plated Front and Rear Skid Plates
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Fog Lights	-	Front & Rear
Antenna	-	Shark Fin
Sunroof	-	Dual Sunroof
Boot Opening	-	Powered
Puddle Lamps	-	Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)	-	Powered & Folding
Tyre Size	225/40 R18	235/60 R18
Tyre Type	Tubeless,Runflat	Radial & Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)	-	No
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Exterior

Photo Comparison

Wheel

Headlight

Front Left Side

Available Colors

Alpine WhiteSnapper Rocks Blue MetallicBlack Sapphire Metallic2 Series Colors

Glacier White PearlFusion BlackCarnival Colors

Body Type

SedanAll Sedan Cars

MUVAll MUV Cars

Adjustable Headlamps

Safety
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	-
Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Alarm	Yes	Yes
No. of Airbags	6	8
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag Rear	No	Yes
Day Night Rear View Mirror	-	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Traction Control	Yes	-
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	-	With Guidedlines
Anti Theft Device	Yes	Yes
Anti Pinch Power Windows	-	Driver's Window
Speed Alert	Yes	Yes
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock	Yes	Yes
Knee Airbags	No	-
Isofix Child Seat Mounts	Yes	Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)	-	Yes
Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts	-	Driver and Passenger
Sos Emergency Assistance	Yes	Yes
Blind Spot Monitor	-	Yes
Blind Spot Camera	-	Yes
Geo Fence Alert	-	Yes
Hill Descent Control	-	Yes
Hill Assist	-	Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock	Yes	Yes
360 View Camera	-	Yes
Curtain Airbag	-	Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)	-	Yes
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Safety

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

Brake Assist

Central Locking

Child Safety Locks

ADAS
Forward Collision Warning	-	Yes
Speed Assist System	-	Yes
Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist	-	Yes
Lane Departure Warning	-	Yes
Lane Keep Assist	-	Yes
Driver Attention Warning	-	Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control	-	Yes
Leading Vehicle Departure Alert	-	Yes
Adaptive High Beam Assist	-	Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	-	Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist	-	Yes
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ADAS

Forward Collision Warning

Speed Assist System

Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist

Lane Departure Warning

Advance Internet
Over the Air (OTA) Updates	-	Yes

Advance Internet

Over the Air (OTA) Updates

Entertainment & Communication
Radio	Yes	Yes
Audio System Remote Control	Yes	-
MirrorLink	No	-
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	-
Wireless Phone Charging	Yes	Yes
USB And Auxiliary Input	Yes	-
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Compass	Yes	-
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen Size	10.25	12.3
Connectivity	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay	-
Android Auto	Yes	Yes
Apple Car Play	Yes	Yes
Internal Storage	Yes	-
No. of Speakers	10	12
Rear Entertainment System	No	-
Additional Features	Hi-Fi loudspeaker system with 10 speakers and total output of 205 watts	Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay
Usb Ports	Yes	Yes
Inbuilt Apps	-	Kia Connect
Speakers	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
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Pros & Cons

Pros
Cons

BMW 2 Series
- Looks stunning and more expensive than it is
- 18-inch wheels turn heads
- Cabin quality is excellent
- The 2.0-litre diesel is refined and peppy
- Ride quality is comfortable
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

BMW 2 Series
- Rear seat space is average
- 18-inch wheels wrapped in low profile rubber are not ideal for out pothole rich roads
- Priced too close to the 3 Series, a larger and more fun sedan
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 BMW 2 Series and Kia Carnival?

A ) BMW 2 Series price starts at ₹ 43.90 Lakh & Kia Carnival price starts at ₹ 63.90 Lakh in New Delhi. BMW 2 Series is cheaper between these two cars.

Q ) Which car has good mileage BMW 2 Series and Kia Carnival?

A ) The mileage of 2 Series is 18.64 kmpl in New Delhi & The mileage of Carnival is 14.85 kmpl in New Delhi. BMW 2 Series gives better mileage than Kia Carnival.

FAQs

*Ex-showroom price in New Delhi

BMW 2 Series vs Kia Carnival

2 Series Vs Carnival