VS
At a Glance
Power
106kW@3800
130 kW
Torque
310Nm@2000
420 Nm
Fuel
—
—
Towing
2000
1400 Kg
0-100 km/h
14.3
—
Engine
2902
2755 cc
Choosing between the KIA CARNIVAL and the Toyota Quantum is one of the most common decisions South African car buyers face. The KIA CARNIVAL delivers 106kW@3800 while the Toyota Quantum produces 130 kW. Pricing starts at R299 995 for the CARNIVAL and R793 500 for the Quantum. Both vehicles have their merits. The right choice depends on your priorities: fuel economy, performance, towing ability, safety features or total cost of ownership. This comparison covers every specification available so you can make an informed decision.
Performance
Power Output
106kW@3800
130 kW
Torque
310Nm@2000
420 Nm
0-100 kph
14.3
—
Top Speed
174
165 Km/h
Engine & Drivetrain
Engine Capacity
2902
2755 cc
Engine Layout
TRANSVERSE INLINE 4
inline
Cylinders
4
4
Fuel Type
DIESEL
diesel
Forced Induction Device
—
turbocharger
Transmission
MANUAL
manual
Number of Gears
5
6
Drive Wheels
FRONT
rear
Full Time 4x4
✗
—
Low Range
✗
—
Fuel Economy
Fuel Consumption Average
—
—
Fuel Consumption Urban
—
—
Fuel Consumption Highway
—
—
Fuel Tank Capacity
75
70 l
CO2 Emissions
—
—
Dimensions
Length
4925
5915 mm
Width
1900
1950 mm
Height
1805
2280 mm
Wheelbase
2905
3860 mm
Ground Clearance
171
177 mm
Kerb Weight
2003
2375 Kg
Doors
5
4
Seats
7
3
Towing & Payload
Towing Capacity
2000
1400 Kg
Load Capacity
2556
900 l
Safety
ABS
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Brake Assist
—
✓ Standard
Stability Control
✗
✓ Standard
Traction Control
✗
✓ Standard
Airbag Count
2
2
Driver Airbag
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Passenger Airbag
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Features & Tech
Air Conditioning
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Climate Control
✗
—
Cruise Control
✗
—
Bluetooth
—
✓ Standard
Satellite Navigation
?
—
Reversing Camera
—
✓ Standard
Park Distance Rear
—
✓ Standard
Park Distance Front
—
✓ Standard
Sunroof
✗
—
Electric Seat Adjustment
✓ Standard
—
Keyless Entry
?
—
Alloy Wheels
✓ Standard
—
Warranty & Service
Warranty Period
36
3
Warranty Distance
100000
100000 Km
Service Plan
M
✓ Standard
Service Plan Years
—
9 services
Service Plan Distance
—
90000
Service Intervals
20000
10000
The Verdict
Which Wins?
Overall Winner
KIA CARNIVAL
2 / 4 categories
Performance
Quantum
Fuel Economy
Tied
Value
CARNIVAL
Practicality
CARNIVAL
Pros & Cons
KIA CARNIVAL
Lower starting price (R299 995)
Higher towing capacity (2000)
No factory service plan
Toyota Quantum
Factory service plan included
Higher starting price
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has more power, the CARNIVAL or Quantum?
The CARNIVAL produces 106kW@3800 and 310Nm@2000 of torque while the Quantum delivers 130 kW and 420 Nm of torque. They produce similar power outputs.
What is the price difference between the CARNIVAL and Quantum?
The CARNIVAL starts from R299 995 and the Quantum from R793 500. The CARNIVAL is cheaper by R493 505 at this variant level. Final on-the-road pricing varies by dealer and specification.
Which has a higher towing capacity, the CARNIVAL or Quantum?
The CARNIVAL has a braked towing capacity of 2000 and the Quantum can tow 1400 Kg. Always verify towing limits in the owner's manual before hitching a trailer.
Should I buy the CARNIVAL or the Quantum?
It depends on your priorities. If fuel economy matters most, check the L/100km figures above. If you need towing capacity, compare the towing ratings. For day-to-day South African driving - load shedding runs, potholed roads, school runs and highway commutes - consider ground clearance, service network coverage, and total cost of ownership including insurance and maintenance. Use the spec tables above to compare every detail before making your decision.