Why settle for a compact SUV when you can get a spacious 7-seater for the same cost? We have stumbled across this gem of a deal on the marketplace, and here is what you should know about it.
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Used Kia Carnival For The Price Of A Tata Nexon
Currently, the Kia Carnival is priced upwards of Rs 75 lakh (on-road, Mumbai), but this wasn’t always the case. The first-generation model of the Carnival was priced much more competitively, which means that you can get one on the used car market for cheap. We have found this 2020 model being listed at Rs 14.90 lakh, which seems much lower than the average market price. This is a first-owner vehicle, which has been run for 90,000 km. Such high mileage could be one of the reasons for its low cost
This deal seems even more enticing when you consider that it is a Kia. The after-sales service network is decent enough, and spare parts and maintenance won’t be that tedious either. However, it might still be more expensive to maintain than a brand-new compact SUV; the cost would be fair for such a massive vehicle.
Features
The first thing you notice once you step inside is the sheer roominess of the cabin. Space is in abundance across all 3 rows. It is also important to note that it isn’t a conventional 7-seater with 3 seats in the 2nd row. Instead, the last row is reserved for 3 people. However, fitting 3 people comfortably in the 3rd row would be troublesome. The 2nd row of seats is the perfect place to be. You get captain’s seats along with a dedicated single-pane sunroof (not even the V-Class gets it). As icing on the cake, the 2nd-row passengers get a screen for entertainment.
Other amenities include tri-zone climate control, a Harmon Kardon sound system, an air purifier, power sliding doors, an electric tailgate, 6 airbags, front and rear parking sensors, hill start assist control, a ventilated driver seat, rear-view camera, an 8-inch infotainment screen, wireless charging, etc.
Powertrain
To pull 5.1-metres of mass, the Carnival is powered by a 2.2-litre diesel engine. This motor churns out 198bhp & 440 Nm. It gets an 8-speed AT gearbox for added convenience. But if you are considering the Carnival, you must keep in mind that it is a BS6-compliant vehicle. There is a possibility of the DPF being clogged or clogging in the near future. Get your trusted mechanic to inspect the car thoroughly before making the purchase.