Kia Carnival vs Lexus ES

Should you buy Kia Carnival or Lexus ES? 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. Kia Carnival price starts at Rs 63.91 Lakh ex-showroom for Limousine Plus (Diesel) and Lexus ES price starts Rs 64 Lakh ex-showroom for 300h Exquisite (Petrol). Carnival has 2151 cc (Diesel top model) engine, while ES has 2487 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the Carnival has a mileage of 14.85 kmpl (Diesel top model) and the ES has a mileage of 18 kmpl (Petrol top model).

Carnival Vs ES

Key Highlights	Kia Carnival	Lexus ES
On Road Price	Rs.75,33,460^*	Rs.80,38,703^*
Mileage (city)	-	18 kmpl
Fuel Type	Diesel	Petrol
Engine(cc)	2151	2487
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic

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Kia Carnival
Rs63.91 Lakh^*
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Lexus ES
Rs69.70 Lakh^*
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Kia Carnival
Limousine Plus
63.91 Lakh^*
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Lexus ES
300h Luxury
69.70 Lakh^*
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Basic Information	Limousine Plus	300h Luxury
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.75,33,460^*	Rs.80,38,703^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.1,43,398/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.1,53,005/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.2,75,675	Rs.2,98,003
User Rating	4.7 Based on 75 Reviews	4.5 Based on 73 Reviews
Brochure	Download Brochure	Download Brochure

Basic Information

Limousine Plus

300h Luxury

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.75,33,460^*

Rs.80,38,703^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.1,43,398/month

Get EMI Offers

Rs.1,53,005/month

Get EMI Offers

Insurance

Rs.2,75,675

Rs.2,98,003

User Rating

4.7

Based on 75 Reviews

4.5

Based on 73 Reviews

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Engine & Transmission
Engine Type	Smartstream In-line	2AR-FXE
Displacement (cc)	2151	2487
No. of Cylinders	44 Cylinder Cars	44 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	190bhp	175.67bhp@5700rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	441Nm	221Nm@3600-5200rpm
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Valve Configuration	-	DOHC
Fuel Supply System	CRDi	VVT-iE
Turbo Charger	-	Yes
Super Charger	-	No
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Gearbox	8 Speed	E-CVT
Drive Type	2WD	RWD
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Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

Smartstream In-line

2AR-FXE

Displacement (cc)

2151

2487

No. of Cylinders

44 Cylinder Cars

Max Power (bhp@rpm)

190bhp

175.67bhp@5700rpm

Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Diesel	Petrol
Mileage City (kmpl)	-	18
Mileage Highway (kmpl)	-	22.5
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)	14.85	-
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	72	50
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI 2.0	BS VI
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut suspension	MacPherson Strut suspension
Rear Suspension	Multi-link suspension	Double wishbone suspension
Shock Absorbers Type	-	gas-pressurized shock absorbers and stabilizer bar
Steering Type	Electric	Electric
Steering Column	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Gear Type	-	Rack & Pinion
Turning Radius (Metres)	-	5.9
Front Brake Type	Disc	Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Ventilated Disc
Tyre Size	235/60 R18	235/45 R18
Tyre Type	Radial & Tubeless	Tubeless,Radial
Wheel Size (Inch)	No	-
Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)	18	R18
Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)	18	R18
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension

MacPherson Strut suspension

Rear Suspension

Multi-link suspension

Double wishbone suspension

Shock Absorbers Type

gas-pressurized shock absorbers and stabilizer bar

Steering Type

Electric

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	5155	4975
Width (mm)	1995	1865
Height (mm)	1775	1445
Wheel Base (mm)	3090	3022
Front Tread (mm)	-	1531
Seating Capacity	7	5
Boot Space (Litres)	-	454
No. of Doors	5	4
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Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	3 Zone	3 Zone
Air Quality Control	-	Yes
Remote Fuel Lid Opener	-	Yes
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Trunk Light	-	Yes
Vanity Mirror	-	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	Adjustable	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
Real-Time Vehicle Tracking	-	Yes
Foldable Rear Seat	2nd Row Captain Seats Tumble Fold	No
Smart Access Card Entry	-	Yes
Engine Start Stop Button	Yes	Yes
Bottle Holder	Front & Rear Door	Front & Rear Door
Voice Commands	-	Yes
Paddle Shifters	Yes	Yes
USB Charger	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Central Console Armrest	Yes	Yes
Tailgate Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Hands-Free Tailgate	Yes	Yes
Gear Shift Indicator	-	Yes
Rear Curtain	-	Yes
Luggage Hook And Net	-	Yes
Battery Saver	-	No
Lane Change Indicator	-	Yes
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)	Auto Open and Close Power Back door with Kick Sensor, Moon Roof with Tilt & Slide Function, Driver Seat - 14 Way Adjust (Including Cushion Length Adjust) + Slide memory, Passenger Seat - 12 Way Adjust + Slide memory + Easy Slide Switch (Co-passenger seat adjustment from rear), Power Reclining Rear Seats with Trunk through , Electric Power Steering (EPS) with Electric Tilt + Telescopic adjustment and Memory function , Electric Parking Brake with Brakehold, Auto 3 Zone Air Conditioner with Humidity Sensor, Lexus Climate Concierge, Minus Ion Generator nanoeX, Sunshades for Rear Door and Rear Quarter Window + Power Sunshade for Rear Window, Easy Access Power System - Seat Slide + Tilt and Telescopic Steering,Dynamic Voice Recognition, Profile Function, Active Noise Control
Massage Seats	-	No
Memory Function Seats	Front	Driver's Seat Only
One Touch Operating Power Window	Driver's Window	Driver's Window
Autonomous Parking	-	No
Drive Modes	4	3
Glove Box Light	Yes	Yes
Idle Start Stop System	Yes	-
Rear Window Sunblind	-	Yes
Rear Windscreen Sunblind	-	Yes
Drive Mode Types	Eco/Normal/Sport/Smart	-
Power Windows	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Cup Holders	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Heated Seats	Front & Rear	-
Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering	Height & Reach	Yes
KeyLess Entry	Yes	Yes
Ventilated Seats	Yes	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

Automatic Climate Control

3 Zone

Air Quality Control

Remote Fuel Lid Opener

Interior
Tachometer	Yes	Yes
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel	-	Yes
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector	-	No
Glove Box	Yes	Yes
Cigarette Lighter	-	No
Digital Odometer	-	Yes
Folding Table In The Rear	-	No
Dual Tone Dashboard	-	Yes
Interior Lighting	-	Ambient light,Footwell Lamp,Reading Lamp,Boot Lamp,Glove Box Lamp
Additional Features	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	Semi Aniline Leather Seat Upholstery, Front Seats equipped with Seat Ventilation , EC Inside rear View Mirror (Auto Anti-glare Mirror), LED ambient illumination,
Digital Cluster	Yes	TFT (Thin Film Transistor) colour Multi-Information Display
Digital Cluster Size (Inch)	12.3	7
Upholstery	Leather	Leather
Ambient Light Colour	64	-
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Interior

Tachometer

Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel

Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector

Exterior
Available Colours	Glacier White PearlFusion BlackCarnival Colours	Sonic IridiumSonic TitaniumDeep Blue MicaGraphite Black Glass FlakeSonic QuartzSonic Chrome+1 MoreES Colours
Body Type	MUVAll MUV Cars	SedanAll Sedan Cars
Adjustable Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Rain Sensing Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	No
Rear Window Washer	Yes	No
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	Yes
Wheel Covers	No	No
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Tinted Glass	-	Yes
Rear Spoiler	Yes	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
Projector Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Cornering Headlamps	-	Yes
Roof Rails	Yes	No
LED DRLs	Yes	Yes
LED Headlamps	Yes	Yes
LED Taillights	Yes	Yes
LED Fog Lamps	Yes	-
Additional Features	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	3-Eye Bi-Beam LED,Headlamp Leveling Device(with Dynamic Auto),Front Turn Signal Lamp(Led),UV-Cut Glass ,Outside Rear View Mirror with Auto Retract, Memory, Reverse Linked, Aspherical & Side Turn Indicator ,LED Rear Combination Lamp ,
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Fog Lights	Front & Rear	Front
Antenna	Shark Fin	shark fin
Sunroof	Dual Sunroof	Dual Pane
Boot Opening	Powered	Electronic
Puddle Lamps	Yes	-
Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)	Powered & Folding	-
Tyre Size	235/60 R18	235/45 R18
Tyre Type	Radial & Tubeless	Tubeless,Radial
Wheel Size (Inch)	No	-
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Exterior

Available Colours

Glacier White PearlFusion BlackCarnival Colours

Sonic IridiumSonic TitaniumDeep Blue MicaGraphite Black Glass FlakeSonic Quartz+1 MoreES Colours

Body Type

MUVAll MUV Cars

SedanAll Sedan 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	8	10
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag Rear	Yes	Yes
Day Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Xenon Headlamps	-	No
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	With Guidedlines	With Guidedlines
Anti Theft Device	Yes	Yes
Anti Pinch Power Windows	Driver's Window	All Windows
Speed Alert	Yes	Yes
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock	Yes	Yes
Knee Airbags	-	Driver
Isofix Child Seat Mounts	Yes	Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)	Yes	Yes
Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts	Driver and Passenger	Driver and Passenger
Sos Emergency Assistance	Yes	Yes
Blind Spot Monitor	Yes	No
Blind Spot Camera	Yes	-
Geo Fence Alert	Yes	-
Hill Descent Control	Yes	-
Hill Assist	Yes	Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock	Yes	Yes
360 View Camera	Yes	-
Curtain Airbag	Yes	Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)	Yes	Yes
Acoustic Vehicle Alert System	-	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
E-Call & I-Call	-	No
Over the Air (OTA) Updates	Yes	-
Remote Boot Open	-	Yes

Advance Internet

E-Call & I-Call

Over the Air (OTA) Updates

Remote Boot Open

Entertainment & Communication
Radio	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	-	Yes
Wireless Phone Charging	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen Size	12.3	12.3
Connectivity	-	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto	Yes	Yes
Apple Car Play	Yes	Yes
No. of Speakers	12	17
Additional Features	Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay	2 Audio Jack , AUX-in 12 V DC Connector , Electro Multi Vision Touch Display , Multimedia Audio System((Mark Levinson, Mark levinson 17 speakers (front 3 speakers,4 door speakers, 2 front door woofers, 1 rear subwoofers, 1 amplifier))), Smartphone connectivity (Wireless Apple Car Play / Wired Android Auto,
Usb Ports	Yes	Yes
Inbuilt Apps	Kia Connect	-
Subwoofer	-	1
Speakers	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
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Pros & Cons

Pros
Cons

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.
Lexus ES
- Its drop dead gorgeous.
- Much improved interior.
- Boot space (for a hybrid).
- Not boring to drive (for a CVT).
- Quiet cabin.

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.
Lexus ES
- Lack of headroom for tall passengers.
- Touch screen interface is confusing.
- No Android Auto or Apple CarPlay.
- Still priced a little high.

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