Hyundai Sonata N Line vs Kia Carnival
Pick a variant under each one to compare exactly what you would buy. All prices are ex-factory.
| Specification |
Hyundai Sonata N Line
Sonata N Line 2.5T |
Kia Carnival
Carnival 3.5 V6 Executive |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ||
| Ex-factory price | Rs 1.65 crore | Rs 1.5 crore |
| Powertrain | ||
| Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine | ||
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine | 2497 cc | 3470 cc |
| Engine power | 290 hp | 268 hp |
| Engine torque | 422 Nm | 331.5 Nm |
| Performance & drive | ||
| Transmission | DCT | Automatic |
| Size & practicality | ||
| Seating capacity | 5 | 11 |
| Length | 4910 mm | 5155 mm |
| Width | 1860 mm | 1995 mm |
| Height | 1445 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2840 mm | 3090 mm |
| Ground clearance | — | 172 mm |
| Fuel tank | 60 L | 72 L |
| Boot space | 480 L | — |
| Tyre size | 245/40 R19 | 235/60R18 |
| Warranty | 4 years or 100,000 km | 4 years / 100,000 km, whichever comes first |
| Colours | Polar White, Silver Metallic, Hampton Grey, Magnetic Force, Phantom Black, Rain Forest, Oxford Blue, Fiery Red | Snow White Pearl, Panthera Metal, Aurora Black Pearl, Ivory Silver, Astra Blue |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | — | — |
| Dual front airbags | Yes | Yes |
| Side airbags | Yes | Yes |
| Curtain airbags | Yes | Yes |
| Knee airbag | No | Yes |
| ABS | No | Yes |
| Electronic stability control | Yes | Yes |
| Traction control | Yes | No |
| Hill start assist | Yes | Yes |
| Hill descent control | Yes | No |
| ISOFIX child seat mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Tyre pressure monitoring | Yes | No |
| Rear parking sensors | Yes | Yes |
| Front parking sensors | Yes | Yes |
| 360-degree camera | Yes | Yes |
| Immobilizer | No | Yes |
| Driver assistance | ||
| Cruise control | No | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | Yes | No |
| Forward collision warning | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic emergency braking | Yes | Yes |
| Lane keep assist | Yes | Yes |
| Blind spot monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Rear cross traffic alert | Yes | Yes |
| Auto high beam | Yes | Yes |
| Driver attention alert | Yes | Yes |
| Comfort & convenience | ||
| Automatic climate control | Yes | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | Yes | No |
| Rear AC vents | Yes | No |
| Power steering | No | Yes |
| Central locking | No | Yes |
| Keyless entry | Yes | No |
| Push-button start | Yes | Yes |
| Tilt steering | No | Yes |
| Telescopic steering | No | Yes |
| Paddle shifters | Yes | Yes |
| Electric parking brake | Yes | Yes |
| Auto hold | Yes | Yes |
| Drive modes | Yes | Yes |
| Power-adjustable driver seat | No | Yes |
| Power-adjustable passenger seat | No | Yes |
| Ventilated front seats | Yes | Yes |
| Heated front seats | No | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rear-view mirror | No | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | Yes | Yes |
| Power tailgate | No | Yes |
| Ambient lighting | Yes | No |
| Sunroof | Yes | No |
| Infotainment & connectivity | ||
| Touchscreen infotainment | No | Yes |
| Apple CarPlay | Yes | Yes |
| Android Auto | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | No | Yes |
| USB ports | No | Yes |
| Wireless phone charger | Yes | Yes |
| Digital instrument cluster | Yes | Yes |
| Head-up display | Yes | Yes |
| Premium sound system | Yes | No |
| Exterior & lighting | ||
| LED headlights | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | Yes | No |
| LED daytime running lights | Yes | Yes |
| Fog lamps | No | Yes |
| LED tail lamps | Yes | No |
| Alloy wheels | Yes | Yes |
| Electrically adjustable mirrors | No | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | No | Yes |
| Roof rails | No | Yes |
| Rear wiper | No | Yes |
| Other | ||
| Lane following assist | Yes | Yes |
| Safe exit assist | Yes | Yes |
| Rear occupant alert | Yes | No |
| Heated steering wheel | Yes | Yes |
| Heated rear seats | Yes | No |
| Powered rear curtain | Yes | No |
| Side parking sensors | Yes | No |
| Smart power sliding doors | No | Yes |
| Tri-zone automatic climate control | No | Yes |
| Dual sunroof | No | Yes |
| Driver seat memory | No | Yes |
| Sunshade blinds | No | Yes |
| Artificial leather seats | No | Yes |
| Heated outside mirrors | No | Yes |
| Verdict | ||
| Expert rating | 7.8/10 | 7.6/10 |
Hyundai Sonata N Line vs Kia Carnival: quick answers
Which is cheaper, the Hyundai Sonata N Line or the Kia Carnival?
The Kia Carnival is cheaper. It starts at Rs 1.5 crore ex-factory, Rs 15.21 lakh less than the Hyundai Sonata N Line, which starts at Rs 1.65 crore.
Which is more powerful, the Hyundai Sonata N Line or the Kia Carnival?
The Hyundai Sonata N Line 2.5T is the most powerful (Hyundai Sonata N Line 2.5T: 290 hp; Kia Carnival 3.5 V6 Executive: 268 hp).
Which has more safety features, the Hyundai Sonata N Line or the Kia Carnival?
The Hyundai Sonata N Line 2.5T has 0 airbags and 20 safety and driver-assistance features and the Kia Carnival 3.5 V6 Executive has 0 airbags and 20 safety and driver-assistance features. Independent crash-test ratings, where available, are the best guide to real-world safety.
Are Hyundai Sonata N Line and Kia Carnival prices the same across Pakistan?
Yes. Ex-factory prices are set by the manufacturers and are the same in Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Faisalabad, Rawalpindi, Gujranwala and every other city. Only registration and token tax differ by province.
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