Verdict
The KA4 Facelift costs RM188,888 against the YP’s RM149,522, a RM39,366 step up that brings 11 seats rather than eight, eight airbags rather than six, 197 hp and an eight-speed automatic. The YP remains the rational used-family choice if luggage matters: its 359-litre boot dwarfs the KA4’s 56 litres, while its 80-litre tank exceeds 72 litres. The newer car’s 3,090-mm wheelbase and powered sliding doors suit maximum passenger duty, but Malaysian buyers should test the seating layout before paying extra.
Pick the YP if you need an eight-seat MPV with a 359-litre boot, an 80-litre tank and unlimited-mileage five-year warranty coverage.
Pick the KA4 Facelift if carrying up to 11 people, powered sliding doors, eight airbags and a 12.3-inch touchscreen matter more than luggage capacity.
Key differences
- Price: YP RM149,522; KA4 Facelift RM188,888.
- Seating and boot space: YP has 8 seats and 359 litres; KA4 Facelift has 11 seats and 56 litres.
- Engine output and transmission: YP has 190 hp and a 6-speed automatic; KA4 Facelift has 197 hp and an 8-speed automatic.
- Wheelbase: YP 3,060 mm; KA4 Facelift 3,090 mm.
- Airbags: YP 6; KA4 Facelift 8.
- Fuel tank: YP 80 litres; KA4 Facelift 72 litres.
YP
- 359-litre boot space
- 80-litre fuel tank
- Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty
- Eight seats versus the KA4 Facelift’s 11
- Six airbags versus eight
- 6-speed automatic versus 8-speed automatic
KA4 Facelift
- 11-seat capacity
- Eight airbags, including front-centre and driver’s-knee airbags
- Powered sliding rear doors and powered boot
- RM39,366 higher purchase price
- 56-litre boot versus the YP’s 359 litres
- Five-year warranty capped at 150,000 km
What the YP has over the KA4 Facelift
What the KA4 Facelift has over the YP
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
Boot space favours the YP: 359 litres against 56.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM149,522✓ | RM188,888 |
| Body type | MPV | MPV |
| Segment | D-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM599 | RM561✓ |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,525/mo✓ | RM1,930/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM4,201✓ | RM5,224 |
| Fuel / year (est.) | RM2,688 | — |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM13.44 | — |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM37,439 | — |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC Commonrail Turbodiesel with Variable Geometry Turbo | 16-Valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 2,199 cc | 2,151 cc |
| Horsepower | 190 hp at 3,800 rpm | 197 hp at 3,800 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 440 Nm at 1,750 rpm | 440 Nm at 1,750 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Bore × Stroke | 85.4 mm × 96 mm | 83 mm × 99.4 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 16 | 16 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6-Speed Automatic | 8-speed Automatic with E-Shift |
| Gears | 6 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Hyundai | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 13.6 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | 6.4 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h | — |
| Co2 | 199 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,115 mm | 5,155 mm |
| Width | 1,985 mm | 1,995 mm |
| Height | 1,740 mm | 1,775 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,060 mm | 3,090 mm |
| Weight | 2,150 kg | 2,129 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 72 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 8 | 11 |
| Boot Space | 359 litres✓ | 56 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/60R18 | 235/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/60R18 | 235/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Kumho Crugen Premium KL33 | Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance SUV |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | — | 26 inch |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | — | 20 inch |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Korea (CBU) | Korea (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-links |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 8 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Front Center Airbag, 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 | 6 Three-point, 2 Lap-belt (Centre Seats in Middle and Last Rows) | 8 Three-point, 3 Lap Belts |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer middle row seats, one driver's side last row seat | Available for 2 Outer 2nd Row Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-Folding and Sliding Middle Row, 50:50 Split-Folding Last Row | 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 |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Blower Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control with 3rd Row Air Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Boot | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Second Row, 2 USB-C Third Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 4 Middle Row, 4 Last Row | 2 Front, 4 Middle Row, 4 Last Row |
| Sun Shade | Manual rear window sun shades (middle row and last row) | Manual 2nd and 3rd Row Sun Shades |
| Audio | 4.2" Touchscreen Radio, CD, MP3 player with 6 Speakers | 12.3" Infotainment Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Down | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | Power Sliding Rear Doors - Both Sides |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Foot-operated | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked November 2026.
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YP vs KA4 Facelift FAQ
Is the Kia Carnival YP or Kia Carnival KA4 Facelift better?
The KA4 Facelift is better for maximum passenger capacity and equipment, with 11 seats, eight airbags, powered sliding doors and a 12.3-inch touchscreen. The YP is better for luggage, with a 359-litre boot against 56 litres.
What is the price difference?
The KA4 Facelift costs RM39,366 more than the YP: RM188,888 versus RM149,522.
Which Carnival has more luggage room?
The YP has far more quoted boot space at 359 litres. The KA4 Facelift has 56 litres, reflecting its 11-seat layout and fourth-row seating.