VS
At a Glance
Power
110kW@5600
130 kW
Torque
224Nm@4000
420 Nm
Fuel
-
—
Towing
1888kg
1500 Kg
0-100 km/h
13s
—
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 130 kW. Pricing starts at R289 995 for the Carnival and R862 700 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
110kW@5600
130 kW
Torque
224Nm@4000
420 Nm
0-100 kph
13s
—
Top Speed
175km/h
100 Km/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
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
75L
70 l
CO2 Emissions
-
—
Dimensions
Length
4925mm
5265 mm
Width
1900mm
1950 mm
Height
1805mm
1990 mm
Wheelbase
2905mm
3210 mm
Ground Clearance
171mm
175 mm
Kerb Weight
1888kg
2445 Kg
Doors
5
4
Seats
7
11
Towing & Payload
Towing Capacity
1888kg
1500 Kg
Load Capacity
2556kg
1000 lkg
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
Sunroof
✗
—
Electric Seat Adjustment
✓ Standard
—
Keyless Entry
?
—
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
Toyota Quantum
2 / 4 categories
Performance
Quantum
Fuel Economy
Tied
Value
Carnival
Practicality
Quantum
Pros & Cons
KIA Carnival
Lower starting price (R289 995)
Higher towing capacity (1888kg)
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 110kW@5600 and 224Nm@4000 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 R289 995 and the Quantum from R862 700. The Carnival is cheaper by R572 705 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 1888kg 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.