BMW i4 vs Kia Carnival

Should you buy BMW i4 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 i4 price starts at Rs 72.50 Lakh ex-showroom for eDrive35 M Sport (Electric) and Kia Carnival price starts Rs 63.90 Lakh ex-showroom for Limousine Plus (Diesel).

i4 Vs Carnival

Key Highlights	BMW i4	Kia Carnival
On Road Price	Rs.81,42,801^*	Rs.75,28,287^*
Range (km)	590	-
Fuel Type	Electric	Diesel
Battery Capacity (kWh)	83.9	-
Charging Time	31 Min-DC-200kW (0-80%)	-

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BMW i4
Rs77.50 Lakh^*
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Kia Carnival
Rs63.90 Lakh^*
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Brand / Model
Variant

BMW i4
eDrive40 M Sport
77.50 Lakh^*
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Kia Carnival
Limousine Plus
63.90 Lakh^*
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Basic Information	eDrive40 M Sport	Limousine Plus
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.81,42,801^*	Rs.75,28,287^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.1,54,995/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.1,43,289/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.3,15,301	Rs.2,75,637
User Rating	4.2 Based on 53 Reviews	4.7 Based on 74 Reviews
Brochure	Download Brochure	Download Brochure
Running Cost	₹ 1.42/km	-

Basic Information

eDrive40 M Sport

Limousine Plus

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.81,42,801^*

Rs.75,28,287^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.1,54,995/month

Get EMI Offers

Rs.1,43,289/month

Get EMI Offers

Insurance

Rs.3,15,301

Rs.2,75,637

User Rating

4.2

Based on 53 Reviews

4.7

Based on 74 Reviews

Brochure

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Running Cost

₹ 1.42/km

Engine & Transmission
Engine Type	Not applicable	Smartstream In-line
Displacement (cc)	Not applicable	2151
No. of Cylinders	Not applicable	44 Cylinder Cars
Fast Charging	No	Not applicable
Charging Time	31 Min-DC-200kW (0-80%)	Not applicable
Battery Capacity (kWh)	83.9	Not applicable
Motor Type	Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor	Not applicable
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	335.25bhp	190bhp
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	430Nm	441Nm
Valves Per Cylinder	Not applicable	4
Fuel Supply System	Not applicable	CRDi
Range (km)	590 km	Not applicable
Battery Warranty	8 Year and 160000 km	Not applicable
Battery Type	Lithium-Ion	Not applicable
Charging Time (A.C)	8H 20 Min -11 kW (0-100%)	Not applicable
Charging Time (D.C)	31 Min-200 kW(0-80%)	Not applicable
Regenerative Braking	Yes	Not applicable
Charging Port	CCS-II	Not applicable
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Gearbox	1-Speed	8 Speed
Drive Type	RWD	2WD
Charging Options	11 kW AC \| 205 kW DC	Not applicable
Charger Type	11 kW AC Wall Box Charger	Not applicable
Charging Time (50 k W DC Fast Charger)	18 Min (up to 100km)	Not applicable
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Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

Not applicable

Smartstream In-line

Displacement (cc)

Not applicable

2151

No. of Cylinders

Not applicable

44 Cylinder Cars

Fast Charging

Not applicable

Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Electric	Diesel
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)	-	14.85
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	-	72
Emission Norm Compliance	ZEV	BS VI 2.0
Top Speed (kmph)	190	-
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Fuel & Performance

Fuel Type

Electric

Diesel

Mileage ARAI (kmpl)

14.85

Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)

Emission Norm Compliance

ZEV

BS VI 2.0

Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	Air suspension	MacPherson Strut suspension
Rear Suspension	Air suspension	Multi-link suspension
Steering Type	-	Electric
Steering Column	-	Tilt & Telescopic
Front Brake Type	-	Disc
Rear Brake Type	-	Disc
Top Speed (Kmph)	190	-
0-100kmph (Seconds)	5.7 s	-
Tyre Size	F:245/45 R18;R:255/45 R18	235/60 R18
Tyre Type	-	Radial & Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)	-	No
Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)	-	18
Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)	-	18
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension

Air suspension

MacPherson Strut suspension

Rear Suspension

Air suspension

Multi-link suspension

Steering Type

Electric

Steering Column

Tilt & Telescopic

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	4783	5155
Width (mm)	2073	1995
Height (mm)	1448	1775
Wheel Base (mm)	2540	3090
Front Tread (mm)	1531	-
Kerb Weight (kg)	1920	-
Seating Capacity	5	7
Boot Space (Litres)	470	-
No. of Doors	4	5
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Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Power Boot	Yes	-
Automatic Climate Control	3 Zone	3 Zone
Remote Trunk Opener	Yes	-
Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	-
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Trunk Light	Yes	-
Vanity Mirror	Yes	-
Rear Reading Lamp	-	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	-
Foldable Rear Seat	40:20:40 Split	2nd Row Captain Seats Tumble Fold
Smart Access Card Entry	Yes	-
Engine Start Stop Button	No	Yes
Cooled Glovebox	Yes	-
Bottle Holder	Front Door	Front & Rear Door
Voice Commands	Yes	-
Paddle Shifters	-	Yes
USB Charger	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Steering Mounted Tripmeter	Yes	-
Central Console Armrest	Yes	Yes
Tailgate Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Hands-Free Tailgate	Yes	-
Gear Shift Indicator	Yes	-
Luggage Hook And Net	Yes	-
Additional Features	BMW Rear Wheel Drive - With near actuator wheel slip limitation, Air Suspension on rear axle with Automatic Self-Levelling Function, Servotronic Steering Assist, Cruise Control with braking function, Automatic Self-Levelling Function, Automatic Start/Stop Function, Park Distance Control (PDC), front and rear, Rear backrest, foldable and dividable by 40:20:40 with through-loading, Driving Experience Switch with 3 driving modes Comfort/Eco Pro/Sport	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	Driver's Seat Only	Front
One Touch Operating Power Window	Driver's Window	Driver's Window
Autonomous Parking	Semi	-
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	Yes	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

3 Zone

Remote Trunk Opener

Interior
Tachometer	Yes	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	-
Leather Seats	Yes	-
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel	Yes	-
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector	Yes	-
Glove Box	Yes	Yes
Digital Clock	Yes	-
Outside Temperature Display	Yes	-
Digital Odometer	Yes	-
Driving Experience Control Eco	Yes	-
Dual Tone Dashboard	Yes	-
Additional Features	Galvanic embellisher for controls ( Switch cluster in doors on driver & front passenger side, Window lift switch, front/rear, Door lock switch), M Leather Steering Wheel, Glass roof with integrated wind deflector, Storage Compartment Package with: ( Storage pocket on the rear of the driver side's backrest, Net on left/right side trim panel in Luggage Compartment), Interior mirror with automatic anti-dazzle function, Floor mats in velour, Centre armrest in rear foldable, with 2 s, Armrest front with storage compartmentInstrument panel in sensatec black with grey double seam, Ambient Interior Lighting with Dynamic Contour Lighting for Welcome, goodbye, Open door & phone call, Power socket (12 V) 1x in the centre console, front: illuminated, with bimetallic spring, 1x in the luggage compartment: with cover flap, M Sport Exterior Package ( M Aerodynamics package, Radiator grille frame and tailpipe trims in high-gloss chrome, M High Gloss Shadow Line, Inserts in rear bumper panel in Dark Shadow metallic, M inscription on front side panel, left and right, M pedals, M entry sills, Front, M Headliner Anthracite)	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
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Rear Right Side
Headlight
Front Left Side
Available Colours	Brooklyn Grey MetallicMineral WhitePortimao Blue MetallicBlack Sapphirei4 Colours	Glacier White PearlFusion BlackCarnival Colours
Body Type	SedanAll Sedan Cars	MUVAll MUV Cars
Adjustable Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Rain Sensing Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Wiper	-	Yes
Rear Window Washer	-	Yes
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	Yes
Wheel Covers	-	No
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Rear Spoiler	-	Yes
Sun Roof	Yes	Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	Yes	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	-
Chrome Grille	Yes	-
Chrome Garnish	Yes	-
Projector Headlamps	-	Yes
Cornering Headlamps	Yes	-
Roof Rails	-	Yes
Trunk Opener	Smart	-
Heated Wing Mirror	Yes	-
LED DRLs	Yes	Yes
LED Headlamps	Yes	Yes
LED Taillights	Yes	Yes
LED Fog Lamps	-	Yes
Additional Features	18" M aerodynamic wheels 858 M Bicolour with mixed tyres, Dynamic Braking lights, Along with sporty front & rear diffuser elements for enhanced aerodynamics, Blanked off kidney grill, Heat protection glazing, made with tempered safety glass, Door handles flush with the door surface, Rain sensor and automatic driving lights, Exterior mirrors foldable with automatic anti-dazzle function and memory, function on driver side, mirror heating, automatic parking function,, Exterior mirrors foldable with automatic anti-dazzle function and memory, Welcome Light Carpet Follow-me-home function, Low beam & high beam (Bi-LED technology) LED rear lights, Daytime driving lights & Side Indicator (LED technology), BMW Iconic LED headlights, Automatic operation of tailgate,	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	F:245/45 R18;R:255/45 R18	235/60 R18
Tyre Type	-	Radial & Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)	-	No
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Exterior

Photo Comparison

Rear Right Side

Headlight

Front Left Side

Available Colours

Brooklyn Grey MetallicMineral WhitePortimao Blue MetallicBlack Sapphirei4 Colours

Glacier White PearlFusion BlackCarnival Colours

Body Type

SedanAll Sedan Cars

MUVAll MUV Cars

Adjustable Headlamps

Safety
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	-
Central Locking	-	Yes
Child Safety Locks	-	Yes
Anti Theft Alarm	-	Yes
No. of Airbags	8	8
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag Rear	Yes	Yes
Day Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	-	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	-	Yes
Traction Control	Yes	-
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	-	Yes
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	-	With Guidedlines
Anti Theft Device	-	Yes
Anti Pinch Power Windows	-	Driver's Window
Speed Alert	-	Yes
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock	-	Yes
Isofix Child Seat Mounts	Yes	Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)	-	Yes
Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts	-	Driver and Passenger
Sos Emergency Assistance	-	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
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
Wireless Phone Charging	Yes	Yes
USB And Auxiliary Input	Yes	-
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen Size	14.9	12.3
Connectivity	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay	-
Android Auto	Yes	Yes
Apple Car Play	Yes	Yes
No. of Speakers	18	12
Additional Features	17 speakers with 464 W Harman Kardon Surround Sound System, Bluetooth with audio streaming, handsfree and USB connectivity, BMW Live Cockpit Plus:- (Fully Digital 12.3" Instrument Display, High-resolution 14.9" Curved Display, BMW Operating System 8.0 with variable configurable widgets, Navigation Function with map view in navigation widget, iDrive Controller, Touch functionality on the Curved Display, Voice control with personal assistance - "Hey BMW"), Smartphone Integration - Apple CarPlay & Android Auto with wireless functionality, 2x dual USB Type C 3A charging function in the rear centre console, High-resolution 14.9" Curved Display, Operating System 8.0 with variable configurable widgets, Navigation Function with map view in navigation widget, Voice control with personal assistance - "Hey BMW", Harman Kardon Surround Sound System (464 W, 17 speakers), Fine-wood Trim oak grain open-pored,	Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay
Usb Ports	Yes	Yes
Inbuilt Apps	-	Kia Connect
Speakers	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
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Questions & answers

Q ) Which car is cheaper between BMW i4 and Kia Carnival?

A ) BMW i4 price starts at ₹ 72.50 Lakh & Kia Carnival price starts at ₹ 63.90 Lakh in New Delhi. Kia Carnival is cheaper between these two cars.

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