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    BMW X3 vs Kia Carnival

    Should you buy BMW X3 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 X3 price starts at Rs 71.20 Lakh ex-showroom for xDrive 20 M Sport (Petrol) and Kia Carnival price starts Rs 59.42 Lakh ex-showroom for Limousine Plus (Diesel). X3 has 1998 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while Carnival has 2151 cc (Diesel top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the X3 has a mileage of 17.86 kmpl (Diesel top model) and the Carnival has a mileage of 14.85 kmpl (Diesel top model).

    X3 Vs Carnival

    Key HighlightsBMW X3Kia Carnival
    On Road PriceRs.86,07,964*Rs.70,03,068*
    Fuel TypeDieselDiesel
    Engine(cc)19952151
    TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
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    BMW X3 vs Kia Carnival comparison

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          BMW X3
          BMW X3
            Rs73.10 Lakh*
            *Ex-showroom Price
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                Kia Carnival
                Kia Carnival
                  Rs59.42 Lakh*
                  *Ex-showroom Price
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                • xDrive 20d M Sport
                  rs73.10 Lakh*
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                • Limousine Plus
                  rs59.42 Lakh*
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                Basic Information
                On-Road Price in New Delhi
                Rs.86,07,964*
                Rs.70,03,068*
                Finance Available (EMI)
                Rs.1,64,697/month
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                Rs.1,36,551/month
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                Insurance
                Rs.3,11,114
                Rs.2,58,378
                User Rating
                4.3
                Based on 8 Reviews
                4.6
                Based on 80 Reviews
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                Engine & Transmission
                Engine Type
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                2.0L Diesel
                Smartstream In-line
                Displacement (cc)
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                1995
                2151
                No. of Cylinders
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                Max Power (bhp@rpm)
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                194bhp@4000rpm
                190bhp
                Max Torque (nm@rpm)
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                400Nm@1500-2750rpm
                441Nm
                Valves Per Cylinder
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                4
                4
                Fuel Supply System
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                -
                CRDi
                Turbo Charger
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                Yes
                -
                Transmission Type
                Automatic
                Automatic
                Gearbox
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                8-Speed
                8 Speed
                Drive Type
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                Fuel & Performance
                Fuel Type
                Diesel
                Diesel
                Mileage ARAI (kmpl)
                17.86
                14.85
                Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)
                -
                72
                Emission Norm Compliance
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                BS VI 2.0
                BS VI 2.0
                Suspension, Steering & Brakes
                Front Suspension
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                Air suspension
                MacPherson Strut suspension
                Rear Suspension
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                Air suspension
                Multi-link suspension
                Steering Type
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                Electric
                Electric
                Steering Column
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                -
                Tilt & Telescopic
                Front Brake Type
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                Disc
                Disc
                Rear Brake Type
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                Disc
                Disc
                0-100kmph (Seconds)
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                7.7 s
                -
                Tyre Size
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                245/50 R19
                235/60 R18
                Tyre Type
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                -
                Radial & Tubeless
                Wheel Size (Inch)
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                -
                No
                Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)
                19
                18
                Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)
                19
                18
                Dimensions & Capacity
                Length (mm)
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                4708
                5155
                Width (mm)
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                1891
                1995
                Height (mm)
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                1676
                1775
                Wheel Base (mm)
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                -
                3090
                Reported Ground Clearance (Unladen) (mm)
                -
                180
                Seating Capacity
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                5
                7
                No. of Doors
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                5
                5
                Comfort & Convenience
                Power Steering
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                YesYes
                Automatic Climate Control
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                3 Zone
                3 Zone
                Air Quality Control
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                YesYes
                Accessory Power Outlet
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                YesYes
                Trunk Light
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                -
                Yes
                Rear Reading Lamp
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                YesYes
                Rear Seat Headrest
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                Adjustable
                Adjustable
                Adjustable Headrest
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                YesYes
                Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
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                YesYes
                Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
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                YesYes
                Rear AC Vents
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                YesYes
                Lumbar Support
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                YesYes
                Multifunction Steering Wheel
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                YesYes
                Cruise Control
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                YesYes
                Parking Sensors
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                Rear
                Front & Rear
                Real-Time Vehicle Tracking
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                Yes
                -
                Foldable Rear Seat
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                40:20:40 Split
                3rd Row 60:40 Split
                Engine Start Stop Button
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                YesYes
                Bottle Holder
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                Front & Rear Door
                -
                Paddle Shifters
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                YesYes
                USB Charger
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                Front & Rear
                Front & Rear
                Central Console Armrest
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                -
                Yes
                Tailgate Ajar Warning
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                YesYes
                Hands-Free Tailgate
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                NoYes
                Battery Saver
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                YesYes
                Memory Function Seats
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                -
                Driver's Seat Only
                One Touch Operating Power Window
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                Driver's Window
                -
                Drive Modes
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                -
                4
                Glove Box Light
                -
                Yes
                Idle Start Stop SystemYes
                -
                Rear Window Sunblind
                -
                Yes
                Voice assisted sunroofYes
                -
                Power Windows
                Front & Rear
                Front & Rear
                Cup Holders
                Front & Rear
                Front & Rear
                Heated Seats
                -
                Front & Rear
                Drive Mode Types
                -
                Eco/Normal/Sport/Smart
                Air Conditioner
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                YesYes
                Heater
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                YesYes
                Adjustable Steering
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                Height & Reach
                Height & Reach
                KeyLess EntryYesYes
                Ventilated Seats
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                YesYes
                Height Adjustable Driver Seat
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                YesYes
                Electric Adjustable Seats
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                Front
                -
                Automatic Headlamps
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                YesYes
                Follow Me Home Headlamps
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                YesYes
                Interior
                Tachometer
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                YesYes
                Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
                -
                Yes
                Glove Box
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                YesYes
                Interior Lighting
                -
                Ambient light
                Digital ClusterYesYes
                Digital Cluster Size (Inch)
                12.3
                12.3
                Upholstery
                -
                Leather
                Ambient Light Colour
                -
                64
                Exterior
                Photo Comparison
                Rear Right SideBMW X3 Rear Right SideKia Carnival Rear Right Side
                WheelBMW X3 WheelKia Carnival Wheel
                HeadlightBMW X3 HeadlightKia Carnival Headlight
                Front Left SideBMW X3 Front Left SideKia Carnival Front Left Side
                Available ColoursCreamy WhiteX3 ColoursGlacier White PearlFusion BlackCarnival Colours
                Body Type
                Adjustable HeadlampsYesYes
                Rain Sensing Wiper
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                YesYes
                Rear Window Wiper
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                -
                Yes
                Rear Window Defogger
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                Yes
                -
                Wheel Covers
                -
                No
                Alloy Wheels
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                YesYes
                Rear Spoiler
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                YesYes
                Sun Roof
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                -
                Yes
                Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators
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                YesYes
                Integrated AntennaYes
                -
                Projector Headlamps
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                -
                Yes
                Roof Rails
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                -
                Yes
                LED DRLs
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                YesYes
                LED Headlamps
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                YesYes
                LED Taillights
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                YesYes
                LED Fog Lamps
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                -
                Yes
                Automatic Headlamps
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                YesYes
                Fog Lights
                -
                Front & Rear
                Antenna
                Shark Fin
                Shark Fin
                Sunroof
                Panoramic
                Dual Sunroof
                Boot Opening
                Hands-Free
                Hands-Free
                Puddle LampsYesYes
                Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)
                Powered
                Powered & Folding
                Tyre Size
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                245/50 R19
                235/60 R18
                Tyre Type
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                -
                Radial & Tubeless
                Wheel Size (Inch)
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                -
                No
                Safety
                Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
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                YesYes
                Brake AssistYes
                -
                Central Locking
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                YesYes
                Child Safety Locks
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                YesYes
                No. of Airbags
                6
                8
                Driver Airbag
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                YesYes
                Passenger Airbag
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                YesYes
                Side AirbagYesYes
                Side Airbag Rear
                -
                Yes
                Day Night Rear View Mirror
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                YesYes
                Seat Belt Warning
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                YesYes
                Door Ajar Warning
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                YesYes
                Traction ControlYes
                -
                Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
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                YesYes
                Engine Immobilizer
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                Yes
                -
                Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
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                YesYes
                Rear Camera
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                With Guidedlines
                With Guidedlines
                Anti Pinch Power Windows
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                Driver's Window
                -
                Speed Alert
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                YesYes
                Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
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                YesYes
                Isofix Child Seat Mounts
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                YesYes
                Heads-Up Display (HUD)
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                YesYes
                Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts
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                Driver and Passenger
                -
                Sos Emergency Assistance
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                YesYes
                Blind Spot Monitor
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                -
                Yes
                Hill Descent Control
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                -
                Yes
                Hill Assist
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                YesYes
                Impact Sensing Auto Door UnlockYesYes
                360 View Camera
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                YesYes
                Curtain AirbagYesYes
                Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)YesYes
                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
                Adaptive High Beam Assist
                -
                Yes
                Rear Cross Traffic Alert
                -
                Yes
                Rear Cross Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist
                -
                Yes
                Advance Internet
                Live LocationYesYes
                Unauthorised Vehicle EntryYes
                -
                E-ManualYes
                -
                Digital Car KeyYes
                -
                Navigation With Live TrafficYes
                -
                Live WeatherYesYes
                E-Call & I-CallYesYes
                Over the Air (OTA) UpdatesYesYes
                SOS ButtonYes
                -
                RSAYes
                -
                Over Speeding AlertYesYes
                Entertainment & Communication
                Radio
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                YesYes
                Wireless Phone Charging
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                YesYes
                Bluetooth Connectivity
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                YesYes
                Touchscreen
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                YesYes
                Touchscreen Size
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                14.9
                12.3
                Connectivity
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                Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
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                Android Auto
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                YesYes
                Apple Car Play
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                YesYes
                No. of Speakers
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                15
                12
                Additional Features
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                -
                Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay
                Usb Ports
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                YesYes
                Inbuilt Apps
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                -
                Kia Connect
                Speakers
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                Front & Rear
                Front & Rear

                Pros & Cons

                • Pros
                • Cons
                • BMW X3

                  • The updated design makes it look modern and the massive illuminated kidney grille stands out.
                  • The cabin has a sporty design which looks very appealing for younger buyers.
                  • Its ride is comfortable with good space for 5 occupants.
                  • No significant miss in the features list and it comes with an extensive safety net.

                  Kia Carnival

                  • Second-row VIP lounge seats with power recline, leg rests, and ventilation offer great comfort.
                  • The overall package is very much feature-loaded, with all the creature comforts covered.
                  • Accommodates up to 7 passengers comfortably, with ample legroom and headroom across all rows.
                  • Offers 540 litres of boot space even with all three rows up, suitable for long family trips.
                • BMW X3

                  • While it does look distinctive, some design elements might not appeal to everyone.
                  • Parts of the cabin don’t feel as rich or premium as they should at this price.
                  • While the performance is good, you don’t get the exciting handling package you expect from a BMW.

                  Kia Carnival

                  • Priced at Rs 63.91 lakh (ex-showroom), it may be out of reach for many potential buyers.
                  • Available only in the fully-loaded Limousine Plus variant, and only in 2 colour options, White and Black, restricting choices for customisation.
                  • Lacks a petrol or hybrid option in the Indian market, which could be a drawback for some buyers.
                  • The 2.2-litre diesel engine offers a claimed mileage of 14.85 kmpl, which might be less economical for city driving.

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                Questions & answers

                Q ) Which car has good mileage BMW X3 and Kia Carnival?
                A ) The mileage of X3 is 17.86 kmpl & the mileage of Carnival is 14.85 kmpl. BMW X3 gives better mileage than Kia Carnival.
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