Kia Carnival Diesel Variants Explained

Kia is ready to storm the Indian MPV market again with the all-new 2024 Carnival, scheduled to be launched on October 3, 2024. The new generation model will come as updated 7-seater versions and will enter the Indian market as a Completely Built-Up Unit (CBU). The company stopped selling its previous generation of the Carnival in 2023, so there has been much excitement for this launch. Here is a breakdown of features for each variant you can expect:

Kia Carnival Limousine

The base variant 2024 Kia Carnival, the Limousine, has covered all that you would look for in an impressionable package and a powerful engine. This Limousine variant is driven by a 2.2-litre 4-cylinder turbo diesel engine. It delivers 190.42bhp as well as 441Nm of torque, thereby providing very robust performance and a very smooth driving experience.

Exterior Features

Auto-LED headlights

LED fog lamps

Connected LED tail lights

18-inch dual-tone alloy wheels

Silver roof rails

Body-coloured outside door handles with chrome inserts

Front and rear skid plates

Rear spoiler with high-mounted stop lamp

Side sill garnish with black inserts

Interior Features

Black and white dual-tone interior

Leatherette-wrapped steering wheel

2nd row roof-mounted AC vents with controls

3rd row roof-mounted AC vents

Electrically sliding doors for rear passengers

2nd and 3rd-row sunshade curtains

Satin silver interior door handles

Tilt and telescopic adjustable steering wheel

Illuminated glovebox

64-colour ambient lighting

12.3-inch driver’s display

Dual sunroofs

3-row seating layout with captain seats in the 2nd row

Connected car tech

8 speakers

Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay

12.3-inch touchscreen

Driving modes (Eco, Normal, Sport, and Smart)

Paddle shifters

Day/night IRVM (inside rearview mirrors)

Two USB ports on each row

Push-button start/stop

3-zone auto AC

60:40 folding 3rd-row seats

2nd-row seats with sliding and reclining functions

Front row seats with heating and ventilation function

8-way powered co-drivers seat

12-way powered driver’s seat with 4-way lumbar support and memory function

Safety Features

8 airbags, as standard

Rear wiper

All four disc brakes

Rear occupant alert

TPMS (tyre pressure monitoring system)

Electronic stability control (ESC) with hill assist control

Front, rear, and side parking sensors

3-pointer seatbelt for all passengers with seatbelt reminders

360-degree camera with blind spot assist

ISOFIX child seat mounts

Level-2 ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems)

Kia Carnival Limousine Plus

The Limousine Plus variant has additional features on the base Limousine variant and is hence the high-end. The Limousine and Limousine Plus share the same 2.2-litre, 4-cylinder turbo diesel motor, putting in 190.42bhp and 441Nm of torque. The performance and power on offer remain the same for both variants.

Exterior Features

LED rear fog lamp

Puddle lamps

Front and rear chrome skid plates

Side sill garnish with matte chrome inserts

Interior Features

Tan and black dual-tone interior

12-speaker Bose sound system

Wireless phone charger

11-inch heads-up display (HUD)

2nd-row seats with heating, ventilation, and leg support functions

Powered tailgate

Safety Features

Rain-sensing wipers

Conclusion

Hence, the 2024 Kia Carnival is going to turn out to be a very luxurious feature-loaded ride for the Limousine and Limousine Plus variants. The Limousine would provide this rich feature set and comfort, but the Limousine Plus would be more focused on luxury and technology, adding extra premium touches and advanced safety features. With its powerful engine and top-notch modern features, this new Kia Carnival promises to be an all-time MPV segment contender, making it a very riveting choice for those in need of a spacious, comfortable, and very well-equipped vehicle.

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