VS
At a Glance
Power
110kW@5600
115 kW
Torque
224Nm@4000
420 Nm
Fuel
-
8.7 l/100km
Towing
1903kg
1500 Kg
0-100 km/h
13.2s
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Engine
2497cc
2755 cc
Choosing between the KIA Carnival and the Toyota Quantum is one of the most common decisions car buyers in South Africa face. The KIA Carnival delivers 110kW@5600 while the Toyota Quantum produces 115 kW. On fuel, the Carnival returns 0L/100km while the Quantum uses 8.7 l/100km — important in a market where fuel prices change monthly. Pricing starts at R309 995 for the Carnival and R1 282 400 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.
Specification
KIA Carnival2.5 V6 AT 2002 - From R309 995
Toyota Quantum2.8 VX 9 SEAT 2023 - From R1 282 400
Performance
Power Output
110kW@5600
115 kW
Torque
224Nm@4000
420 Nm
0-100 kph
13.2s
—
Top Speed
124km/h
-
Engine & Drivetrain
Engine Capacity
2497cc
2755 cc
Engine Layout
TRANSVERSE V 6
inline
Cylinders
6
4
Fuel Type
UNLEADED
diesel
Forced Induction Device
—
turbocharger
Transmission
AUTOMATIC
automatic
Number of Gears
4
6
Drive Wheels
FRONT
rear
Full Time 4x4
✗
—
Low Range
✗
—
Fuel Economy
Fuel Consumption Average
-
8.7 l/100km
Fuel Consumption Urban
-
—
Fuel Consumption Highway
-
—
Fuel Tank Capacity
75L
70 l
CO2 Emissions
-
229 g/km
Dimensions
Length
4925mm
5300 mm
Width
1900mm
1970 mm
Height
1805mm
1990 mm
Wheelbase
2905mm
3210 mm
Ground Clearance
171mm
175 mm
Kerb Weight
1903kg
2720 Kg
Doors
5
5
Seats
7
9
Towing & Payload
Towing Capacity
1903kg
1500 Kg
Load Capacity
2556kg
—
Safety
ABS
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Brake Assist
—
✓ Standard
Stability Control
✗
✓ Standard
Traction Control
✗
✓ Standard
Airbag Count
2
7
Driver Airbag
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Passenger Airbag
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Side Airbags Front
—
✓ Standard
Curtain Airbags
—
✓ Standard
Features & Tech
Air Conditioning
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Climate Control
✗
✓ Standard
Cruise Control
✗
✓ Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
—
✓ Standard
Bluetooth
—
✓ Standard
Satellite Navigation
?
✓ Standard
Reversing Camera
—
✓ Standard
Park Distance Rear
—
✓ Standard
Park Distance Front
—
✓ Standard
Sunroof
✗
—
Heated Seats
—
✓ Standard
Electric Seat Adjustment
✓ Standard
—
Keyless Entry
?
✓ Standard
Alloy Wheels
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Warranty & Service
Warranty Period
36
3
Warranty Distance
100000km
100000 Km
Service Plan
M
✓ Standard
Service Plan Years
—
9 servicesyr
Service Plan Distance
—
90000km
Service Intervals
30000
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 (R309 995)
Higher towing capacity (1903kg)
No factory service plan
Toyota Quantum
Factory service plan included
Higher fuel consumption (8.7 l/100km)
Higher starting price
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is more fuel efficient, the Carnival or Quantum?
The Carnival uses 0L/100km and the Quantum uses 8.7 l/100km on the combined cycle. In real-world conditions with a mix of highway and urban driving, actual figures will be slightly higher.
Which has more power, the Carnival or Quantum?
The Carnival produces 110kW@5600 and 224Nm@4000 of torque while the Quantum delivers 115 kW and 420 Nm of torque. The Quantum is the more powerful option.
What is the price difference between the Carnival and Quantum?
The Carnival starts from R309 995 and the Quantum from R1 282 400. The Carnival is cheaper by R972 405 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 1903kg and the Quantum can tow 1500 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.