KIA Carnival
KIA Carnival
EX
AED 152,250
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KIA Carnival vs Mazda CX-9 Comparison

Below is the detailed Cars comparison, based on price, specifications & other features, of KIA Carnival and Mazda CX-9. KIA Carnival is priced between AED 152,250 while Mazda CX-9 is priced between AED 117,000. Talking about the technical specifications, KIA Carnival EX houses 3470 engine whereas Mazda CX-9 2.5L GT AWD engine displacement is 2488.

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Overview: Carnival vs Mazda CX-9

Brand KIA Mazda
SRP* AED 152,250 Carnival Price AED 117,000
Variant Carnival EX Mazda CX-9 2.5L GT AWD
User Rating 4.6 Carnival reviews 4.5 Mazda CX-9 reviews
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol Cars in UAE Petrol Petrol Cars in UAE
Available Color(s)
Vehicle Type Crossover Crossover Cars in UAE

Key Features

Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Transmission Type Automatic -
Seating Capacity 8 seats 7 seats
Engine Displacement 3470 cc 2488 cc
Power 268Hp@6400rpm 230Hp/5000Rpm
Torque 331Nm@5000rpm 420Nm/2000Rpm
Drive Type - AWD
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DP AED 38,100 Installment : AED 2,154 x 60 Months VIEW OCTOBER OFFERS

User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.6/5
9 reviews
4.5/5
6 reviews
User Review Comparison
  • Big Family Mover

    The Kia Carnival has been a blessing for my family. We use it for school runs, gatherings, and long drives together. The seating is very flexible,...

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    Latif Sep 04, 2025
  • Mazda model ready to entice with its stellar driving experience

    I have been driving family SUVs for decades now. This time was no exception when I decided to go for Mazda cx 9. But with the first dose of ride, I...

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    S
    Syahmi Nov 15, 2024

From The Experts

Things we like

Imposing road presence

Luxurious, comfortable and well-equipped cabin 

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Things we don't like

Large dimensions make it cumbersome to drive for some

Fuel efficiency could have been better

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Engine and Transmission

Transmission Type Automatic --
Gear Box 8 Speed 6Speed
No Of Cylinders 6 4
Valve Configuration 24 --
Engine 3.5L 2.5L
Emission Yes --
Drive Type -- AWD
Valves Per Cylinder -- 4
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Performance

Engine Displacement 3470 cc 2488 cc
Power 268Hp@6400rpm 230Hp/5000Rpm
Torque 331Nm@5000rpm 420Nm/2000Rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Fuel Consumption -- 12.3Kmpl kmpl

Dimensions & Capacity

Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) 72 L 74L L
Seating Capacity 8 seats 7 seats
Length 5155 mm 5075 mm
Width 1995 mm 1969 mm
Height 1740 mm 1716 mm
Wheel Base 3090 mm 2930 mm
No Of Doors 5 5
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Suspension, Steering , Brakes & Tyres

Steering Type Electric --
Alloy Wheel Size 18 Inch 18 Inch
Tyre Size 235/60 R18 255/60 R18
Tyre Type Radial Tubeless Tubeless,Radial
Adjustable Steering Column Tilt and Telescopic Yes
Front Brake Type Disc --
Rear Brake Type Disc --
Steering Column -- Tilt & Telescopic
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Safety

Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Central Locking Yes Yes
Power Door Locks Yes Yes
Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Anti-Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Ebd Yes Yes
Rear Seat Belts Yes --
Seat Belt Warning Yes --
Day & Night Rear View Mirror Yes --
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts Yes --
Rear Camera Yes Yes
Parking Sensors Front and Rear Front and Rear Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor Yes --
Door Ajar Warning Yes --
Speed Sensing Door Locks Yes --
Fire Extinguisher Yes --
No Of Airbag 7 7 --
First Aid Kit Yes --
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes --
Electric Parking Brake Yes --
ISOFIX Yes Yes
Lane Change Indicator Yes --
Electronic Stability Programe Yes --
Side Airbag-Front -- Yes
Child Safety Locks -- Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System -- Yes
Crash Sensor -- Yes
Engine Check Warning -- Yes
Advance Safety Feature -- Curtain Airbags,G-Vectoring control Plus,Front and Rear Parking Sensors,Isofix child seat anchors,Dynamic Stability control,Electric Parking Brake with Auto Brake Hold,Rear Cross Traffic Alert,Blind Spot Monitoring Curtain Airbags,G-Vectoring control Plus,Front and Rear Parking Sensors,Isofix child seat anchors,Dynamic Stability control,Electric Parking Brake with Auto Brake Hold,Rear Cross Traffic Alert,Blind Spot Monitoring
Cruise Control -- Yes
Traction Control -- Yes
Engine Immobilizer -- Yes
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Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner Yes Yes
Power Windows Front Yes Yes
Power Windows Rear Yes --
Automatic Climate Control Yes Yes
Air Quality Control Yes --
Heater Yes Yes
Adjustable Seats Yes Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat Yes --
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Automatic Headlamps Yes Yes
Accessory Power Outlet Yes Yes
Power Steering Yes --
Multi-function Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Low Fuel Warning Light Yes Yes
Rear Seat Headrest Yes Yes
Cup Holders-Front Yes --
Bottle Holder Yes --
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Centre Console Armrest Yes --
Usb charger Yes --
Remote key Yes --
Driving Modes Comfort, Eco, Sport, Smart Comfort, Eco, Sport, Smart --
Additional Features Audio Remote Control On Steering Wheel Audio Remote Control On Steering Wheel Split Folding 2nd and 3rd Row Seat,Front Full Auto Airconditioner with Heater,Smart Keyless Entry,Auto Door Lock,Push Button Start system,Steering wheel with audio & bluetooth controls Split Folding 2nd and 3rd Row Seat,Front Full Auto Airconditioner with Heater,Smart Keyless Entry,Auto Door Lock,Push Button Start system,Steering wheel with audio & bluetooth controls
Rear A/C Vents -- Yes
Engine Start/Stop Button -- Yes
Foldable Rear Seat -- Yes
Seat Lumbar Support -- Yes
Vanity Mirror -- Yes
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Entertainment & Communication

Touch Screen Yes --
FM/AM/Radio Yes Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity Yes Yes
USB & Auxiliary Input Yes --
Speakers Front Yes Yes
Speakers Rear Yes Yes
Voice Control Yes --
Android Auto Yes Yes
Apple Carplay Yes Yes
Portable Charging Cable Yes --
Navigation System -- Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio -- Yes
Wireless Charger -- Yes
Numbers of Speakers -- 6 6
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Exterior

Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Fog Lights Rear Yes Yes
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Alloy Wheels Yes Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator Yes Yes
Roof Rail Yes --
Headlamp Type LED LED LED LED
Tail Lamp Type LED LED --
LED DRL Yes --
Additional Features Audio Remote Control On Steering Wheel Audio Remote Control On Steering Wheel Split Folding 2nd and 3rd Row Seat,Front Full Auto Airconditioner with Heater,Smart Keyless Entry,Auto Door Lock,Push Button Start system,Steering wheel with audio & bluetooth controls Split Folding 2nd and 3rd Row Seat,Front Full Auto Airconditioner with Heater,Smart Keyless Entry,Auto Door Lock,Push Button Start system,Steering wheel with audio & bluetooth controls
Fog Lights Front -- Yes
Rain Sensing Wiper -- Yes
Rear Spoiler -- Yes
Sun Roof -- Yes
Moon Roof -- Yes
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Interior

Digital Clock Yes Yes
Leather Gear Knob Yes --

Miscellaneous

Tacho Meter Yes --
Electronic Multi Tripmeter Yes Yes
Leather Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Digital Odometer Yes --
Spare Wheel Yes --
Leather Seats -- Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats -- Yes
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Things we like in Carnival

Imposing road presence

Luxurious, comfortable and well-equipped cabin 

Things we don't like in Carnival

Large dimensions make it cumbersome to drive for some

Fuel efficiency could have been better

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