Kia Carnival
Kia Carnival
2.2D 11 Seater
RM 199,840
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Kia Sorento
Kia Sorento
2.5 2WD 7-Seater
RM 211,498
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Kia Carnival vs Kia Sorento Comparison

The detailed Cars comparison of Kia Carnival and Kia Sorento, based on price, specifications & other features is shown below. The Kia Carnival priced at RM 199,840 while the Kia Sorento Cars has a price tag of RM 211,498. Comparing the technical specifications, Kia Sorento engine displacement is 2497 while the Kia Carnival houses a 2151 engine.

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Overview: Carnival vs Sorento

Key Features

Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Seating Capacity 11 Seats 7 Seats
Engine Displacement 2151 cc 2497 cc
Power 199 hp 177 hp

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User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.33/5
27 reviews
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19 reviews
User Review Comparison
  • Not an appealing choice

    The Kia Grand Carnival boasts innovative exterior features such as automatic door unlocking and driver-assisted screen cameras. However, it has a few...

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  • Very unreliable and severe transmission issues

    I traded my Audi last November for the Kia Sorento and loved it initially. However, my experience got worse when the car started experiencing...

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    Hadees Jul 09, 2024 for Kia Sorento

From The Experts

Things we like

Elegant interiors

Huge cabin space

Supple ride quality

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Descent set of safety features

Ample boot space

Elegant looks

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Things we don't like

Maneuverability in city traffic due to large dimensions

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Fuel guzzler

 

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Dimensions & Capacity

Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) 72 L 67 L
Front Tread 1746 mm --
Rear Tread 1746 mm --
Kerb Weight 2008 kg 1719 kg
Length 5155 mm 4810 mm
Width 1995 mm 1900 mm
Height 1775 mm 1695 mm
Wheel Base 3090 mm 2815 mm
Ground Clearance 172 mm 176 mm
Turning Radius 5.85 m --
No Of Doors 5 5
Seating Capacity 11 Seats 7 Seats
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Engine Details

Engine 2.2L Diesel Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC 2.5L Petrol Engine, In-line 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC
Fuel Supply System CRDi MPI
No Of Cylinders 4 4
Valves Per Cylinder 4 4
Valve Configuration DOHC DOHC
Compression Ratio 16.0:1 10.5:1
Bore X Stroke 83.0 x 99.4 mm 88.5 x 101.5 mm
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Performance

Fuel Type Diesel Petrol
Engine Displacement 2151 cc 2497 cc
Power 199 hp 177 hp
Torque 440 Nm 232 Nm
RPM At Max Power 3800 RPM 6000 RPM
RPM At Max Torque 1750-2750 RPM 4000 RPM
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Steering

Power Steering Yes Yes
Adjustable Steering Column Yes Yes
Steering Column Tilt & Telescopic Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Type Power Motor Driven Power Steering
Steering Gear Type Rack & Pinion Rack & Pinion

Suspension & Brakes

Front Brake Type Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type Discs Ventilated Discs
Front Suspension MacPherson Strut MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Multi-Link Multi-Link

Transmission

Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Gear Box 8-Speed 6-Speed
Drive Type 2WD 2WD
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle Yes No

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheels Yes Yes
Wheel Covers No No
Alloy Wheel Size 18 Inch 18 Inch
Tyre Size 235/60 R18 235/60 R18
Tyre Type Radial Radial
Wheel Size R18 --
Spare Tyre Size 235/60 R18 --
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Safety

Anti-Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Ebd Yes Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System Yes Yes
Traction Control Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Curtain Airbags Yes Yes
Side Airbag-Front Yes Yes
Knee Airbags Yes No
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Rear Seat Belts Yes Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts Yes Yes
Child Safety Locks Yes Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts Yes Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror Auto Dimming Auto Dimming Auto Dimming Auto Dimming
Parking Sensors Yes Yes
Front Parking Sensors Yes Yes
Rear Parking Sensors Yes Yes
Rear Camera Yes Yes
360 Camera Yes No
Hill-Start Assist Control Yes Yes
Front Impact Beams Yes --
Side Impact Beams Yes Yes
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor Yes --
Electric Parking Brake Yes Yes
Blind Spot monitor Yes No
Rear Cross Traffic Alert Yes Yes
Speed Sensing Door Locks Yes Yes
Advance Safety Feature -- Multi-Collision Brake Control, Auto Hold Function, Auto Door Lock, Rear Occupant Alert, Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist, Lane Keeping Assist, Driver Attention Warning, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist, Lane Following Assist Multi-Collision Brake Control, Auto Hold Function, Auto Door Lock, Rear Occupant Alert, Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist, Lane Keeping Assist, Driver Attention Warning, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist, Lane Following Assist
Brake Assist -- Yes
Park Assist -- No
ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) -- Yes
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Security

Central Locking Yes Yes
Power Door Locks Yes Yes
Anti Theft Device Yes Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner Yes Yes
Automatic Climate Control 3 Zone 3 Zone Dual Zone Dual Zone
Rear A/C Vents Yes Yes
Heater Yes Yes
Ventilated Front Seats No --
Ventilated Rear Seats No --
Accessory Power Outlet Front & Rear Front & Rear Front & Rear Front & Rear
Engine Start/Stop Button Yes Yes
Central Console Armrest Yes Yes
Bottle Holder Front & Rear Front & Rear Front & Rear Front & Rear
Cup Holders-Front Yes Yes
Cup Holders-Rear Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes --
Adaptive Cruise Control No Yes
Power Windows Front Yes Yes
Power Windows Rear Yes Yes
Rear Reading Lamp Yes Yes
Vanity Mirror Yes Yes
Trunk Light Yes Yes
Automatic Headlamps Yes Yes
Memory Seats No No
Wireless Charger Yes Yes
Head-Up Display -- No
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Entertainment & Communication

Display Size 12.3 Inch 12.3 Inch 10.25 Inch 10.25 Inch
Apple Carplay/Android Auto Yes Yes
USB & Auxiliary Input Yes Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity Yes Yes
FM/AM/Radio Yes Yes
Speakers Front Yes Yes
Speakers Rear Yes Yes
No Of Speakers 6 6 6 6
Navigation System Yes Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio No No
Voice Control Yes --
Touch Screen Yes Yes
Audio System -- Standard Standard
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Instrumentation

Low Fuel Warning Light Yes Yes
Digital Clock Yes Yes
Digital Odometer Yes Yes
Tacho Meter Yes Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter Yes Yes

Seats & Upholstery

Adjustable Seats Yes --
Height Adjustable Driver Seat Yes Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats 8-Way Driver & Front Passenger 8-Way Driver & Front Passenger 8-Way Driver & Front Passenger 8-Way Driver & Front Passenger
Seat Lumbar Support Yes Yes
Heated Seats - Front No --
Heated Seats - Rear No --
Rear Seat Headrest Yes Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest Yes Yes
Leather Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Foldable Rear Seat 2nd Row 40:20:40 & 3rd Row 40:20:40 Split 2nd Row 40:20:40 & 3rd Row 40:20:40 Split 2nd Row 60:40 & 3rd Row 50:50 Split 2nd Row 60:40 & 3rd Row 50:50 Split
Seat Upholstery Leatherette Leatherette Fabric Fabric
Folding Table Rear -- No
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Exterior

Electric Folding Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror No No
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator Yes Yes
Remote Trunk Opener Yes Yes
Integrated Antenna Yes Yes
Power Antenna No No
Rain Sensing Wiper Yes Yes
Rear Window Wiper Yes Yes
Rear Window Washer Yes Yes
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Headlamp Type Dual LED Dual LED Dual LED Dual LED
Daytime Running Lights LED LED LED LED
Taillight Type Bulb Bulb LED LED
Fog Lights Front LED LED LED LED
Fog Lights Rear Bulb Bulb LED LED
Roof Rail Yes No
Sun Roof No --
Removable Convertible Top No --
Side Stepper No --
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank Yes Yes
Additional Features Smart Power Sliding Door Smart Power Sliding Door --
Rear Window Defogger -- Yes
Roof Carrier -- No
Rear Spoiler -- Yes
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Miscellaneous

Driving Experience Control Eco Yes Yes

Interior

Adjustable Headrest Front & Rear Front & Rear Front & Rear Front & Rear
Sun Visors Yes Yes
Ambient Light -- Yes

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Kia Carnival vs Kia Sorento FAQs

Which Car is cheaper between Kia Carnival vs Kia Sorento?

Carnival is priced at RM 199,840 and Sorento is priced at RM 211,498. Hence Carnival is the cheapest amongst these cars.

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Which Car has more power between Kia Carnival vs Kia Sorento?

The Kia Carnival has power of 199 hp with 440 Nm torque and Kia Sorento has power of 177 hp with 232 Nm torque. Thus making Carnival the more powerful as compared to Sorento.

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Which Car has more safety features between Kia Carnival vs Kia Sorento?

Carnival safety features: Anti-Lock Braking System, Ebd, Vehicle Stability Control System, Traction Control, Crash Sensor, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Curtain Airbags, Side Airbag-Front, Knee Airbags, Door Ajar Warning, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Seat Belts, Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts, Child Safety Locks, ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts, Parking Sensors, Front Parking Sensors, Rear Parking Sensors, Rear Camera, 360 Camera, Hill-Start Assist Control, Front Impact Beams, Side Impact Beams, Engine Check Warning, Tyre Pressure Monitor, Electric Parking Brake, Blind Spot monitor, Rear Cross Traffic Alert and Speed Sensing Door Locks

Sorento safety features: Anti-Lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Ebd, Vehicle Stability Control System, Traction Control, Crash Sensor, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Curtain Airbags, Side Airbag-Front, Door Ajar Warning, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Seat Belts, Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts, Child Safety Locks, ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts, Parking Sensors, Front Parking Sensors, Rear Parking Sensors, Rear Camera, Hill-Start Assist Control, Side Impact Beams, Engine Check Warning, Electric Parking Brake, ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems), Rear Cross Traffic Alert and Speed Sensing Door Locks

The Kia Carnival has higher number of sefety features than Sorento, hence Kia Carnival is more safer than Kia Sorento.

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Which Car has more comfort features between Carnival vs Sorento?

Carnival comfort features: Air Conditioner, Rear A/C Vents, Heater, Engine Start/Stop Button, Central Console Armrest, Cup Holders-Front, Cup Holders-Rear, Keyless Entry, Cruise Control, Power Windows Front, Power Windows Rear, Rear Reading Lamp, Vanity Mirror, Trunk Light, Automatic Headlamps and Wireless Charger

Sorento comfort features: Air Conditioner, Rear A/C Vents, Heater, Engine Start/Stop Button, Central Console Armrest, Cup Holders-Front, Cup Holders-Rear, Keyless Entry, Adaptive Cruise Control, Power Windows Front, Power Windows Rear, Rear Reading Lamp, Vanity Mirror, Trunk Light, Automatic Headlamps and Wireless Charger

The Kia Carnival and Kia Sorento both have same Comfort Features.

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Which Car has Higher ground clearance between Carnival vs Sorento?

The Carnival comes with a ground clearance of 172 mm , on the other hand the Sorento comes with a ground clearance of 176 mm , hence the Kia Sorento has better ground clearence and off roading capabilities.

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What is Carnival vs Sorento dimension size comparison?

The Carnival dimension are 5155 mm length, 1995 mm width, 1775 mm height while the Sorento Dimensions are 4810 mm length, 1900 mm width, 1695 mm height. Hence the Carnival is more longer more wider and more higher.

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