Verdict
At RM188,888, the Kia Carnival costs RM11,622 less than the Mazda CX-60 and is the clear people-mover: it carries 11 against five, with a 3,090 mm wheelbase and power sliding doors on both sides. Its 2.2-litre diesel also delivers 440 Nm, far beyond the Mazda’s 261 Nm. The CX-60 counters with a 570-litre boot against 56 litres, rear-wheel drive and a much fuller active-safety suite. Its RM830 annual road tax is RM269 higher than the Carnival’s RM561, however.
Pick the Kia Carnival if you need 11 seats, power sliding rear doors and 440 Nm diesel torque for less money.
Pick the Mazda CX-60 if five seats and a 570-litre boot suit you, and you want autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and active cruise control.
Key differences
- Price: Kia Carnival RM188,888; Mazda CX-60 RM200,510.
- Seating: Kia Carnival 11 seats; Mazda CX-60 five seats.
- Torque: Kia Carnival 440 Nm; Mazda CX-60 261 Nm.
- Boot space: Kia Carnival 56 litres; Mazda CX-60 570 litres.
- Driveline: Kia Carnival front-wheel drive; Mazda CX-60 rear-wheel drive.
- Annual road tax: Kia Carnival RM561; Mazda CX-60 RM830.
Carnival
- 11-seat MPV cabin with removable, sliding and reclining rear seating
- 440 Nm 2.2-litre diesel and 72-litre fuel tank
- Power sliding doors on both sides; 150,000-km warranty
- 56-litre boot is much smaller than the CX-60’s 570 litres
- No autonomous braking, collision warning or blind-spot monitoring
- Passive cruise control instead of stop-and-go active cruise control
CX-60
- 570-litre boot despite its shorter 4,740 mm body
- Autonomous braking, collision warning and blind-spot monitoring
- Adaptive LED headlamps, head-up display and 12-speaker Bose audio
- Five seats versus the Carnival’s 11
- 261 Nm petrol output trails the Carnival’s 440 Nm diesel
- RM830 annual road tax is RM269 more, and warranty mileage is 100,000 km versus 150,000 km
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM188,888✓ | RM200,510 |
| Body type | MPV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM561✓ | RM830 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-Valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 2,151 cc | 2,488 cc |
| Horsepower | 197 hp✓ | 189 hp |
| Torque | 440 Nm✓ | 261 Nm |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol |
| Bore | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 16 | 13 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Automatic with E-Shift | 8-speed Automatic |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mazda |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 9.6 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 200 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,155 mm | 4,740 mm |
| Width | 1,995 mm | 1,890 mm |
| Height | 1,775 mm | 1,680 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,090 mm | 2,870 mm |
| Weight | 2,129 kg | 1,680 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 72 litres | 58 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 11 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 56 litres | 570 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/60R18 | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/60R18 | 235/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance SUV | Toyo Proxes Sport |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Korea (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-links | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 20" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 20" Alloy |
| 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 and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee |
| 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 for second row seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Adaptive LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Side 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 | 40:20:40 Split-folding, Manual Recline |
| 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 Sunroof |
| 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 |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 4 Middle Row, 4 Last Row | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Manual 2nd and 3rd Row Sun Shades | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 12.3" Infotainment Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers | 12.3" Mazda Connect Display with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 12-speaker Bose Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control with Stop and Go |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered with Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | Power Sliding Rear Doors - Both Sides | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 5-year/100,000 km free service |
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 & CX-60 for sale
Carnival vs CX-60 FAQ
Is the Kia Carnival or Mazda CX-60 better?
The Carnival is better for carrying people, with 11 seats, power sliding doors and 440 Nm. The CX-60 is better for a five-seat buyer prioritising a 570-litre boot, rear-wheel drive and active safety equipment.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda CX-60 costs RM11,622 more than the Kia Carnival. It also has RM269 higher annual road tax.
Which has better safety and driver assistance?
The Mazda CX-60 does. It has autonomous braking, collision warning, blind-spot monitoring, steering-correction lane keeping and stop-and-go active cruise control; the Carnival has none of those listed systems.