BYD M6 vs Kia Carnival
Verdict
For Malaysian buyers, the BYD M6 offers an attractive price of RM 109,800 and an impressive electric range of 420 km, making it a cost-effective choice for urban driving. In contrast, the Kia Carnival, priced at RM 188,888, provides more seating capacity with 11 seats and a powerful diesel engine producing 197 hp, ideal for larger families needing space and performance.
Pick the M6 if you prioritise electric efficiency and a lower purchase price.
Pick the Carnival if you need more seating and prefer a traditional diesel engine's power.
Key differences
- Price: RM 109,800 (M6) vs RM 188,888 (Carnival)
- Seats: 7 (M6) vs 11 (Carnival)
- Power: 161 hp (M6) vs 197 hp (Carnival)
- Torque: — (M6) vs 440 Nm (Carnival)
- EV range: 420 km (M6) vs — (Carnival)
- Boot space: 580 L (M6) vs 56 L (Carnival)
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 109,800✓ | RM 188,888 |
| Body type | MPV | MPV |
| Segment | C-Segment | D-Segment |
| Seats | 7 | 11 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Diesel |
| Engine | Electric | 2,151 cc |
| Power | 161 hp | 197 hp✓ |
| Torque | — | 440 Nm |
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Driven wheels | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance | ||
| 0–100 km/h | 10.1 s | — |
| Top speed | 180 km/h | — |
| Efficiency | ||
| Battery | 55.4 kWh | — |
| EV range | 420 km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,695 mm | 5,155 mm |
| Width | 1,810 mm | 1,995 mm |
| Height | 1,670 mm | 1,775 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,800 mm | 3,090 mm |
| Boot space | 580 L✓ | 56 L |
| Fuel tank | — | 72 L |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 | 8✓ |
| Auto emergency braking | — | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty | 6✓ | 5 |
| Road tax / year | RM 120✓ | RM 561 |
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.
M6
- Affordable price for an electric MPV
- Impressive EV range of 420 km
- Spacious boot space of 580 L
- Limited seating capacity of 7
- Less power compared to the Carnival
- No advanced safety features like auto emergency braking
Carnival
- Ample seating for 11 passengers
- Higher power output of 197 hp
- More robust diesel performance with 440 Nm torque
- Significantly higher price point
- Lower fuel efficiency compared to electric
- Limited boot space of just 56 L
M6 vs Carnival FAQ
Is the M6 or Carnival better?
It depends on your needs; the M6 is better for electric efficiency and cost, while the Carnival excels in seating capacity and power.
What is the price difference?
The M6 is priced at RM 109,800, while the Carnival costs RM 188,888, making the Carnival RM 79,088 more expensive.
What is the EV range of the M6?
The BYD M6 offers an impressive electric range of 420 km, making it suitable for daily urban commutes.