Verdict
At RM188,888, the Kia Carnival KA4 Facelift undercuts the RM198,500 Kia Carnival KA4 by RM9,612 while retaining the same 2,151 cc diesel, 440 Nm and 11 seats. It is 121 kg heavier, but gets eight airbags, six front and rear parking sensors and a 150,000-km warranty against seven airbags, four sensors at each end and 100,000 km. The outgoing KA4 counters with 199 hp rather than 197 hp, Blind Spot Info System and Rear Cross Traffic Alert. For a Malaysian family, the facelift is the stronger buy on price and cover, provided its missing blind-spot aid does not matter.
Pick the Kia Carnival KA4 if Blind Spot Info System, Rear Cross Traffic Alert and its 199 hp output matter more than the facelift’s lower price and longer warranty.
Pick the Kia Carnival KA4 Facelift if you want to spend RM9,612 less for eight airbags, denser parking sensors and 150,000 km of warranty cover.
Key differences
- Price: Kia Carnival KA4 RM198,500; Kia Carnival KA4 Facelift RM188,888.
- Power: Kia Carnival KA4 199 hp at 3,800 rpm; Kia Carnival KA4 Facelift 197 hp at 3,800 rpm.
- Kerb weight: Kia Carnival KA4 2,008 kg; Kia Carnival KA4 Facelift 2,129 kg.
- Height: Kia Carnival KA4 1,740 mm; Kia Carnival KA4 Facelift 1,775 mm.
- Airbags: Kia Carnival KA4 7; Kia Carnival KA4 Facelift 8.
- Manufacturer warranty mileage: Kia Carnival KA4 100,000 km; Kia Carnival KA4 Facelift 150,000 km.
KA4
- 199 hp, 2 hp more than the facelift.
- Blind Spot Info System and Rear Cross Traffic Alert.
- Contactless powered boot and power-sliding rear doors.
- Seven airbags versus eight.
- Four front and four rear parking sensors versus six at each end.
- 100,000-km warranty versus 150,000 km.
KA4 Facelift
- RM9,612 lower price.
- Eight airbags, including a front centre airbag.
- Full LCD instrument monitor and full LED taillamps.
- 197 hp versus 199 hp.
- 2,129 kg versus 2,008 kg.
- No Blind Spot Info System or Rear Cross Traffic Alert.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM198,500 | RM188,888✓ |
| Body type | MPV | MPV |
| Segment | D-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM561 | RM561 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Direct Injection | 16-Valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 2,151 cc | 2,151 cc |
| Horsepower | 199 hp at 3,800 rpm✓ | 197 hp at 3,800 rpm |
| Torque | 440 Nm at 1,750 rpm | 440 Nm at 1,750 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Bore × Stroke | 85.4 mm × 96 mm | 83 mm × 99.4 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 16 | 16 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Automatic with E-Shift | 8-speed Automatic with E-Shift |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Hyundai | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 7.9 L/100 km | — |
| Co2 | 151 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,155 mm | 5,155 mm |
| Width | 1,995 mm | 1,995 mm |
| Height | 1,740 mm | 1,775 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,090 mm | 3,090 mm |
| Weight | 2,008 kg | 2,129 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 72 litres | 72 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 11 | 11 |
| Boot Space | — | 56 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/60R18 | 235/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/60R18 | 235/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental CrossContact RX | Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Korea (CBU) | Korea (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-links |
| Front Wheels | 18" Y-spoke Two-tone Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Y-spoke Two-tone Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 8 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Front Center Airbag, Driver's Knee Airbag) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 9 Three-point, 2 Lap Belt | 8 Three-point, 3 Lap Belts |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer 2nd Row Seats | Available for 2 Outer 2nd Row Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For Front Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Rear Occupant Alert | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Bulb | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 8-way Power Adjustable Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding, Sliding, Reclining and Removable 2nd Row with Tip-up Centre Seat, 40:20:40 Split-folding, Sliding, Reclining and Removable 3rd Row with Tip-up Centre Seat, Folding 4th Row | 40:20:40 Split-folding, Sliding, Reclining and Removable 2nd Row with Tip-up Centre Seat, 40:20:40 Split-folding, Sliding, Reclining and Removable 3rd Row with Tip-up Centre Seat, Folding 4th Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control with 3rd Row Air Vents | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control with 3rd Row Air Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 4th Row, 3 Front USB, 2 2nd Row USB, 2 3rd Row USB | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Second Row, 2 USB-C Third Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 2nd Row, 6 3rd Row | 2 Front, 4 Middle Row, 4 Last Row |
| Sun Shade | Manual 2nd and 3rd/4th Row Sun Shades | Manual 2nd and 3rd Row Sun Shades |
| Audio | 12.3" Infotainment Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers | 12.3" Infotainment Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Contactless Operation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | Power-sliding Rear Doors with Contactless Operation | Power Sliding Rear Doors - Both Sides |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Qi Wireless Charger | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 150,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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KA4 vs KA4 Facelift FAQ
Is the Kia Carnival KA4 or Kia Carnival KA4 Facelift better?
The Kia Carnival KA4 Facelift is the better buy: it costs RM9,612 less, has eight airbags and carries a 150,000-km warranty. Choose the outgoing KA4 only if its Blind Spot Info System and Rear Cross Traffic Alert are priorities.
What is the price difference?
The Kia Carnival KA4 Facelift is RM9,612 cheaper, at RM188,888 versus RM198,500 for the Kia Carnival KA4.
Which Kia Carnival has the longer warranty?
The Kia Carnival KA4 Facelift has the longer manufacturer warranty mileage at 150,000 km over five years. The Kia Carnival KA4 also has five years of cover, but is limited to 100,000 km.
