Verdict
The RM188,888 Kia Carnival is the proper people mover: 11 seats, a 3,090-mm wheelbase and power sliding doors on both sides suit large families or shuttle duties, though its 56-litre boot is modest with every seat occupied. At RM158,800, the five-seat Zeekr X costs RM30,088 less, brings a 335-hp rear motor, 440-km EV range and 200-kW DC charging. It is far easier to justify for a smaller household, but cannot replace the Carnival’s passenger capacity.
Pick the Kia Carnival if you need 11 seats, a 3,090-mm wheelbase and power sliding rear doors for carrying a full family or passengers.
Pick the Zeekr X if five seats are enough and you want a 335-hp EV with 440 km of range, 200-kW DC charging and a lower entry price.
Key differences
- Price: Kia Carnival RM188,888; Zeekr X RM158,800.
- Seating: Kia Carnival 11 seats; Zeekr X five seats.
- Powertrain: Kia Carnival 197 hp/440 Nm 2.2-litre diesel; Zeekr X 335 hp/373 Nm single motor.
- Length: Kia Carnival 5,155 mm; Zeekr X 4,432 mm.
- Boot space: Kia Carnival 56 litres; Zeekr X 404 litres.
- Road tax: Kia Carnival RM561 per year; Zeekr X RM395 per year.
Carnival
- 11 seats and power sliding rear doors on both sides.
- 3,090-mm wheelbase and 5,155-mm body.
- Rear single-zone climate control with third-row air vents.
- RM30,088 dearer than the Zeekr X.
- No blind-spot system, autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist.
- Only 56 litres of boot space versus the Zeekr X's 404 litres.
X
- 335-hp rear motor and 5.3-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 66-kWh battery, 440-km range and 200-kW DC charging.
- Adaptive cruise control, autonomous braking and auto parking.
- Five seats versus the Carnival's 11.
- No spare tyre; it uses a tyre repair kit.
- No rear sun shades or third-row air-conditioning system.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM188,888 | RM158,800✓ |
| Body type | MPV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM561 | RM395✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-Valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing | — |
| Capacity | 2,151 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 197 hp | — |
| Torque | 440 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Diesel | Electric |
| Bore | 83 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 16 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 335 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 373 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 66 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 440 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 200 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Automatic with E-Shift | — |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 5.3 seconds |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,155 mm | 4,432 mm |
| Width | 1,995 mm | 1,836 mm |
| Height | 1,775 mm | 1,566 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,090 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | 2,129 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 72 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 11 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 56 litres | 404 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/60R18 | 235/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/60R18 | 235/50R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance SUV | Continental EcoContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Korea (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-links | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 19" Paddle Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 19" Paddle Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Front Center Airbag, Driver's Knee Airbag | Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and 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 | 8 Three-point, 3 Lap Belts | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer 2nd Row Seats | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation Functions and Memory Function |
| 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 | 60:40 Split-folding |
| 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 | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Second Row, 2 USB-C Third Row | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights, Intelligent Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 4 Middle Row, 4 Last Row | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Manual 2nd and 3rd Row Sun Shades | — |
| Audio | 12.3" Infotainment Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 13-speaker Yamaha Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Operation (Depress Brake To Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | Power Sliding Rear Doors - Both Sides | Powered Front Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-Year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
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.
Used Carnival & X for sale
Carnival vs X FAQ
Is the Kia Carnival or Zeekr X better?
The Zeekr X is better for a five-seat household wanting EV range, 335 hp and driver assistance systems. The Carnival is better only where 11-seat capacity, power sliding rear doors and a much longer 3,090-mm wheelbase are essential.
What is the price difference?
The Kia Carnival costs RM188,888 and the Zeekr X costs RM158,800, so the Carnival is RM30,088 more expensive.
Which has more luggage space?
The Zeekr X has the larger quoted boot at 404 litres, against 56 litres for the Carnival. The Carnival counters with 11 seats and removable, folding rear seating, while the Zeekr X has five seats and a 60:40 split-folding rear bench.
