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KIA Carnival vs Toyota Quantum Panel Van: the short answer
Carnival holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over Quantum Panel Van.
Quantum Panel Van starts ZAR 204,295 cheaperCarnival from ZAR 1,049,995 · Quantum Panel Van from ZAR 845,700
Five key differences
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Specification
Carnival
Quantum Panel Van
Maximum Power
Carnival148 kW @ 3800 rpm
Quantum Panel Van75 kW
Maximum Torque
Carnival440 Nm @ 1750 rpm
Quantum Panel Van260 Nm
Engine Size
Carnival2151 cc
Quantum Panel Van2494 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
Carnival13.9 km/l
Quantum Panel Van11.8 km/l
Ground Clearance
Carnival175 mm
Quantum Panel Van175 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
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KIA Carnival
2.2 CRDi SXL AT
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Specification evidence leader
Carnival
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger listed safety equipment
Stronger published ownership cover
Weak Spots
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Efficiency
Quantum Panel Van
Strengths
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Fewer listed safety features
Lower published ownership cover
Best suited to:Published Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
Carnival
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Buyers prioritising the stronger published warranty or service cover
Quantum Panel Van
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
Carnival
Quantum Panel Van
Intercooler
Yes
-
Rev Matching
No
Not Available
Performance Data Logger
No
Not Available
Fuel Consumption Combined
7.2
8.5
Engine Start Stop
Yes
Not Available
Engine Start Stop Button
Yes
Not Available
Engine Start Button Illumination
Yes
Not Available
Engine Check Warning
Yes
-
Drag Coefficient
0.38
-
Roof Load
100 kg
-
Boot Space Seats Folded
2785 l
5500 l
Stabilizer Bar
Yes
Front
Steering Response
Normal
-
Skid Plates
No
-
Side Steps
No
-
Spare Wheel
Temporary Spare
Full-Size
Tyre Repair Kit
No
-
Seatbelt Pre Tensioner
Yes
-
Hill Start Assist
Yes
Not Available
Speed Limiter
Yes
-
Speed Alert System
Yes
-
Impact Sensing Door Unlock
Yes
-
Surround View Monitor
Yes
Not Available
Adaptive Dampers
No
Not Available
Wireless Charging
Yes
Not Available
Voice Command
Yes
Not Available
Voice Command Support
Yes
Not Available
Digital Speedometer
Yes
Not Available
Driver Display
Digital Cluster
-
Heads Up Display
Yes
-
Tachometer
Yes
-
Trip Computer
Yes
-
Multi Function Steering
Yes
-
Steering Mounted Controls
Yes
-
Air Conditioning
Yes
Manual AC
AC Type
Yes
Manual AC
Climate Control
Yes
Manual AC
Climate Zones
3
Manual AC
Rear Air Conditioning
Yes
-
Glovebox Cooling
No
-
Seat Type
Leather Seats
Fabric
Driver Seat Height Adjustment
Yes
-
Rear Seat Split
Yes
Standard
Headrest Adjustable
Yes
-
Front Armrest
Centre Armrest
Not Available
Vanity Mirror
Yes
-
12V Accessory Socket
Yes
-
Front Power Outlet
Yes
-
Rear Reading Lamps
Yes
-
Keyless Entry
Yes
Not Available
Push Button Start
Yes
Not Available
Push Button Start
Yes
Not Available
Remote Engine Start
No
-
Remote Start
No
-
Remote Central Locking
Yes
Standard
Door Ajar Warning
Yes
-
Fuel Lid Opener
Remote
-
Boot Opener
Remote
-
Power Windows
Yes
Front Only
Power Mirrors
Yes
Front Only
Heated Mirrors
Yes
-
Electric Folding Mirrors
Yes
Front Only
Electric Mirror Folding
Yes
-
Remote Side Mirror
Yes
-
Auto Dimming Irvm
Yes
-
Auto Dimming Mirror
Yes
-
Rain Sensing Wipers
Yes
Not Available
Rear Window Defroster
Yes
-
Rear Defogger
Yes
-
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Yes
-
Tail Lamps
Yes
-
Automatic Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Headlamp Height Adjust
Yes
-
Headlamp Washer
No
-
Sunroof
No
Not Available
Panoramic Roof
No
Not Available
Roof Antenna
Yes
-
Rear Wing
No
Not Available
Aero Kit
No
-
Chrome Grille
Yes
-
Chrome Exterior Highlights
Yes
-
Ride Mode Selection
Yes
-
Electric Tailgate
Yes
Not Available
Powered Tailgate
Yes
Not Available
Power Sliding Doors
No
-
Engine Warranty
7 Years / 150,000 km
5 Years / 150,000 km
Service Reminder
Yes
-
Trim Level
top
base
Variant Role
Flagship / premium derivative
Commercial utility derivative
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
Not Available
Accelerator 0 100
10.0 sec
18.0 sec
Common Rail Injection
Common Rail Direct Injection
Common Rail Direct Injection
Diff Lock
No
Not Available
Difflock
No
Not Available
Vdc
Yes
Standard
TPMS
Yes
Not Available
Sonar
Yes
Not Available
Automatic High Beam
Yes
-
Steering Column Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt
Tilt Steering
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt
Telescopic Steering
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt
Bottle Holders
8
-
Glove Box
Yes
-
Manual Aircon
Yes
Manual AC
Intelligent Keyless Entry
Yes
Not Available
Passive Entry Start
Yes
Not Available
Wireless Charger
Yes
Not Available
Lift Gate
Yes
Not Available
Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors
Yes
-
Power Socket 12v
Yes
-
Sound System
12
2
Roof Rack Compatibility
No
Not Available
Mirror
Electric
Front Only
Rim Size
235/60 R18
Not Available
Stabilizer Bar Front
Yes
Front
Stabilizer Bar Rear
Yes
-
Sub Frame
Unibody
-
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
Not Available
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
Not Available
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
Not Available
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
Not Available
Load Bed Cover
Not Available
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Sports Bar
Not Available
Not Available
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
Not Available
Bed Extender
Not Available
Not Available
Source Model Column
carnival
quantum-panel-van
Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
Not Available
Front Diff Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Diff Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Depth Mm
Not Available
Not Available
Load Bed Light
Not Available
Not Available
Load Bed Steps
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
Not Available
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
Not Available
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
Not Available
Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
Not Available
Unlocking
Yes
Not Available
Walk Away Lock
Yes
Not Available
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
Yes
Not Available
Rear LED Combination Taillights
Yes
-
Front Wiper
No
-
Front Wipers Type
No
-
Rearview Mirror Inside
Yes
-
Vanity Mirror Illuminated
Yes
-
Reading Lights Rear
Yes
-
Centre Console
Centre Armrest
Not Available
Side Impact Bars
Yes
-
Boot Space Seats Folded
2785 l
5500 l
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
Carnival
Quantum Panel Van
Fuel Octane Requirement
B7 Diesel
Diesel
Variable Valve Timing
No
-
Particulate Filter
DPF
-
Fuel Evaporation Control
No
-
Idle CO2 Output
198
209
CO2 Emissions
189 g/km
209 g/km
Green NCAP Rating
5
-
Start Stop System
Yes
-
Euro Emission Standard
Euro 6
Euro 4
Noise Level
68 dB
-
CO2 Emissions G Km
189
209
Hybrid System Type
Not Available
Not Available
Spec
Carnival
Quantum Panel Van
AdBlue Tank Capacity
No
Not Applicable
Claimed Mileage
13.9 km/l
11.8 km/l
City Mileage
11.1 km/l
10.0 km/l
Highway Mileage
16.9 km/l
11.5 km/l
Real-world Mileage
13.9 km/l
11.8 km/l
Auto Start Stop
Yes
Not Applicable
Emission Standard
Euro 6
Euro 4
Low Fuel Warning
Yes
-
Fuel Tank Capacity
72 l
70 l
Fuel Tank Litres
72
70
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
Carnival
Quantum Panel Van
Engine Position
Front Transverse
-
Gearbox
8-Speed Automatic
5-Speed Manual
Transmission Type
Automatic Transmission
Manual
Number of Gears
8
5
Gear Shift Type
Automatic
5-Speed Manual
Gear Shift Indicator
No
Not Applicable
Clutch Type
Torque Converter
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
No
No
Final Drive Ratio
3.63
Not Applicable
Drivetrain
FWD
RWD
Drivetrain Layout
FWD
FR
Differential Lock
No
Not Applicable
LSD Available
No
No
Steering Turns Lock to Lock
15.2:1
-
Gearbox Type
8-Speed Automatic
5-Speed Manual
Transmission Speeds
8
5
Axle Layout
FWD
RWD
Automatic Shift Paddles
No
No
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case Guard
Not Available
Not Available
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Type Front
Not Available
Not Available
Differential Type Rear
Not Available
Not Available
Spec
Carnival
Quantum Panel Van
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Standard
Brake Override System
Yes
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Yes
Not Available
Airbags
7
2
Driver Airbag
Yes
2
Passenger Airbag
Yes
2
Side Airbags
Yes
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Yes
Not Available
Knee Airbag
Yes
Not Available
Side Impact Beams
Yes
-
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Yes
Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
Yes
Not Available
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Yes
Not Available
Whiplash Protection
Yes
-
ABS
Yes
Standard
BA
Yes
Standard
EBD
Yes
Standard
Brake Assist
Yes
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Yes
Standard
Stability Control
Yes
Standard
TCS
Yes
Standard
Traction Control
Yes
Standard
Hill Hold
Yes
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Yes
Not Available
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
AEB
Yes
Not Available
Pedestrian Detection AEB
Yes
-
Lane Change Warning
Yes
-
Blind Spot Monitoring
Yes
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
Not Available
Fatigue Detection
Yes
-
Speed Alert System
Yes
-
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Standard
Safety Rating
5
-
ISOFIX Mounts
Yes
Not Available
Front Parking Sensors
Yes
Not Available
Central Locking
Yes
Standard
Alarm System
Yes
Standard
ABS EBD
Yes
Standard
ESC With Traction Control
Yes
Standard
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
7
2
Driver Passenger Airbags
7
2
Anti Theft Alarm
Yes
Standard
Spec
Carnival
Quantum Panel Van
Alternator
Yes
-
Engine Oil Capacity
6.0 l
-
Engine Oil Change Interval
15000
-
Service Plan
3 Years / 45,000 km
3 Years / 45,000 km
Service Plan Duration
3 Years / 45,000 km
3 Years / 45,000 km
Service Plan Distance
3 Years / 45,000 km
3 Years / 45,000 km
Maintenance Plan
3 Years / 45,000 km
3 Years / 45,000 km
Service Interval
15000
-
First Service At
15000
-
Approx Service Cost
R4,500 per service
-
Anti-Rust Treatment
Yes
-
Service Intervals
15000
-
Battery Warranty
7 Years / 150,000 km
5 Years / 150,000 km
Spec
Carnival
Quantum Panel Van
Real-world City Mileage Min
9.4 l/100km
9.5 l/100km
Real-world City Mileage Max
12.2 l/100km
12 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Min
15.3 l/100km
8 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Max
17.8 l/100km
9.5 l/100km
Owner Review Count
-
5
Spec
Carnival
Quantum Panel Van
EV Mode
No
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Yes
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Yes
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Yes
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Yes
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Yes
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Yes
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
No
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Yes
Not Available
Reversing Camera
Yes
Not Available
Rear View Camera
Yes
Not Available
Reverse Camera
Yes
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Yes
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Yes
Not Available
Park Assist
Yes
Not Available
360 Degree Camera
Yes
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Yes
Not Available
Auto Lights
Yes
Not Available
Eco Mode
Yes
-
Sport Mode
No
-
Blind Spot Warning
Yes
Not Available
Emergency Braking
Yes
Not Available
Pre-Collision System
Yes
Not Available
Rear View Camera
Yes
Not Available
Reverse Camera Type
Yes
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Yes
Not Available
Surround View Camera
Yes
Not Available
Parking Distance Sensors
Yes
Not Available
Parking Sensor
Yes
Not Available
Front Camera
Yes
-
Automatic High Beam
Yes
-
Rain Sensor Wipers
Yes
Not Available
Spec
Carnival
Quantum Panel Van
Locking Differential
No
Not Applicable
Approach Angle
16 deg
Not Available
Departure Angle
17 deg
Not Available
Ramp Breakover Angle
14 deg
-
Ramp-over Angle
19 deg
-
Recovery Hooks
No
-
Underbody Protection
No
-
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Not Available
Ground Clearance Min
175 mm
175 mm
Ground Clearance Max
175 mm
175 mm
Off Road Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Terrain Response System
Not Available
Not Available
Crawl Control
Not Available
Not Available
Underbody Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Mode Mud
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Mode Normal
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Mode Rock
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Mode Sand
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Mode Snow
Not Available
Not Available
Off Road Traction Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Skid Plates Transfer Case
Not Available
Not Available
Skid Plates Fuel Tank
Not Available
Not Available
Front Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
Not Available
Approach Angle Deg
16 deg
-
Departure Angle Deg
17 deg
-
Breakover Angle
14 deg
Not Available
Wading Depth
Not Available
Not Available
Spec
Carnival
Quantum Panel Van
Length
5155 mm
5380 mm
Width
1995 mm
1880 mm
Height
1775 mm
2280 mm
Wheelbase
3090 mm
3110 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
175 mm
175 mm
Minimum Turning Radius
12.1 m
6.5 m
Kerb Weight
2110 kg
2080 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2750 kg
3500 kg
Towing Capacity
1500 kg
2000 kg
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Seating Capacity
11 seats
2 seats
Front Headroom
1010 mm
992 mm
Rear Headroom
955 mm
Not Applicable
Front Legroom
1040 mm
1032 mm
Rear Legroom
855 mm
Not Applicable
Boot/Cargo Space
145 l
5500 l
Fuel Tank Capacity
72 l
70 l
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
172 mm
125 mm
Number of Rows
3 rows
1 rows
Payload Capacity
700 kg
1420 kg
Spec
Carnival
Quantum Panel Van
Front Track Width
1713 mm
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
1711 mm
Not Applicable
Chassis Type
Unibody
-
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Leaf Spring
Front Spring Type
Coil Spring
MacPherson Strut
Rear Spring Type
Coil Spring
Leaf Spring
Shock Absorber Type
Telescopic
-
Front Anti-Roll Bar
Yes
Front
Rear Anti-Roll Bar
Yes
-
Power Steering
Yes
Hydraulic
Steering Column
Adjustable
Tilt
Front Suspension Type
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson Strut
Suspension
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Type
Multi-Link
Leaf Spring
Rear Axle Type
Multi-Link
Leaf Spring
Shock Absorbers
Telescopic
-
Chassis Material
Unibody
-
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
Not Available
Spec
Carnival
Quantum Panel Van
Front Overhang
938 mm
-
Rear Overhang
1127 mm
-
Body Type
MPV
Van
Alloy Wheel Design
Alloy Alloy
Not Available
Wing Mirror Type
Electric
-
Rear Wiper
No
-
Led Headlights
Yes
Not Available
LED Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Not Available
DRL
Yes
Not Available
Led Taillights
Yes
-
Fog Lights
Yes
Not Available
Fog Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Front Fog Lights
Yes
Not Available
Rear Fog Lights
Yes
-
Panoramic Sunroof
No
Not Available
Roof Type
Standard
Not Available
Roof Rails
No
Not Available
Rear Spoiler
No
Not Available
Body Cladding
No
-
Chrome Exterior Finish
Yes
Not Available
Door Handle Finish
Body Colour
-
Exterior Colour Options
Multiple
3
Exterior Colour Options
5
3
Exterior Mirror Electric
Yes
Front Only
Auto Headlights
Yes
Not Available
Automatic Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Headlights
Yes
Not Available
Headlight Type
Yes
Not Available
Exterior Mirror Folding
Yes
-
Headlamp Levelling
Yes
Not Available
Daytime Running Lights
Yes
Not Available
Front Fog Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Rear Spoiler
No
Not Available
Exterior Door Handle Colour
Body Colour
-
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
Not Available
Active Exhaust
Not Available
Not Available
Electric Blind Sunroof
Standard
Not Available
Spec
Carnival
Quantum Panel Van
Front Shoulder Room
1405 mm
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
1350 mm
Not Applicable
Steering Type
Yes
Hydraulic
Steering Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt
Rear USB Ports
Yes
1
Instrument Cluster Type
Digital
Not Available
Steering Wheel Material
Leather
Not Applicable
Rear AC Vents
Yes
-
Heated Seats
Yes
Not Applicable
Cooled Seats
Yes
-
Ventilated Seats
Yes
Not Applicable
Seat Material
Leather
Fabric
Fabric Seats
No
Fabric
Leather Seats
Yes
-
Driver Seat Adjustment
8-Way Power
Manual
Adjustable Driver Seat
8-Way Power
Manual
Seat Adjustment
8-Way Power
Manual
Passenger Seat Adjustment
4-Way Power
Manual
Adjustable Front Seat
4-Way Power
-
Driver Lumbar Support
Yes
-
Memory Seats
Yes
-
60 40 Split Seat
Yes
Standard
Folding Rear Seats
Yes
Standard
Front Headrest
Adjustable
-
Rear Headrest
Adjustable
-
Front Armrest
Centre Armrest
Not Available
Rear Armrest
Yes
-
Door Map Pockets
Yes
-
Cup Holders
8
-
Ambient Lighting
Yes
Not Applicable
Interior Colour Options
Black
3
Interior Courtesy Lamps
Power sliding rear doors, business-class second-row captain's chairs, rear entertainment screens (SX), 12.3+12.3-inch curved display, wireless CarPlay, surround-view camera (SX), power-fold third row (SX)
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Boot Space Seats Down
2785
-
Seat Belt Warning
Yes
-
Seat Trim
Leather
Fabric
Leather Accented Seat Trim
Leather
Fabric
Driver Seat
8-Way Power
Manual
Seat Fold Type
Yes
Standard
Armrest Front
Centre Armrest
Not Available
Armrest Rear
Yes
-
Rear Seat Centre Armrest
Yes
-
Interior Colours
Black
3
Interior Trim Colour
Black
-
Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest
Yes
-
Spec
Carnival
Quantum Panel Van
Front Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Brake Type Front
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Front Brake Disc Diameter
330 mm
-
Rear Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Drum
Brake Type Rear
Ventilated Disc
Drum
Rear Brake Drum Diameter
296 mm
-
Parking Brake Type
Electronic
-
Tyre Size
235/60 R18
195/75 R16C
Wheel Rim Size
235/60 R18
Not Available
Front Tyre Width
235 mm
-
Rear Tyre Width
235 mm
-
Wheel Diameter
235/60 R18
Not Available
Wheel Type
Alloy Alloy
Not Available
Tyre Type
Radial
195/75 R16C
Tyre Load Index
112
-
Tyre Speed Rating
H
-
Spare Tyre
Temporary Spare
Full-Size
Spare Wheel Type
Temporary Spare
Full-Size
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Yes
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Display
Yes
Not Available
Hydraulic Brake Assist
Yes
Standard
Autonomous Emergency Brake
Yes
Not Available
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Yes
-
Wheel Material
Alloy Alloy
Not Available
Wheels
Alloy Alloy
Not Available
Spare Wheel Size Type
Temporary Spare
Full-Size
Handbrake Type
Electronic
Not Applicable
Electric Park Brake
Electronic
-
Wheel Size Type
235/60 R18
-
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
Not Available
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
Yes
Not Available
Steering Wheel Phone Controls
Yes
-
Leather Steering Wheel
Leather
-
Steering Wheel Trim
Leather
-
Brakes
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Yes
-
Cornering Brake Control
Yes
Standard
Auto Brake Hold
Electronic
-
Spec
Carnival
Quantum Panel Van
Infotainment Screen
12.3
6.8-inch Touchscreen
Infotainment Display
12.3
6.8-inch Touchscreen
Infotainment System
12.3-inch Touchscreen
6.8-inch Touchscreen
Infotainment Screen Size
12.3
6.8-inch Touchscreen
Touchscreen
12.3
6.8-inch Touchscreen
Navigation System
Yes
Not Available
Apple CarPlay
Yes
Not Available
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Yes
Not Available
Android Auto
Yes
Not Available
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Standard
USB Ports
4
1
Rear Usb
Yes
1
AUX Input
No
-
Wi-Fi Hotspot
No
-
Number of Speakers
12
2
Premium Audio
Yes
-
FM Radio
Yes
-
Radio
Yes
-
Voice Recognition
Yes
Not Available
Digital Instrument Cluster
Yes
Not Applicable
Head Up Display
Yes
-
Audio Controls On Steering
Yes
-
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Yes
-
Multi Information Display
Digital
Not Available
Display Audio
12.3-inch Touchscreen
6.8-inch Touchscreen
Smartphone Connectivity
Yes
Not Available
Connected Services
Yes
Standard
Audio Speakers
12
2
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
4
1
Voice Control
Yes
Not Available
Audio
Yes
-
Audio System
Yes
2
Wireless Android Auto
Yes
Not Available
Spec
Carnival
Quantum Panel Van
Basic Warranty
7 Years / 150,000 km
3 years / 100 000 km
Warranty Years
7 Years / 150,000 km
3 years / 100 000 km
Warranty Kilometers
7 Years / 150,000 km
3 years / 100 000 km
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
5 Years
-
Roadside Assistance
5 Years
3 Years
Roadside Assistance
5 Years
3 Years
Warranty
7 Years / 150,000 km
3 years / 100 000 km
Warranty Roadside Assistance
5 Years
3 Years
Spec
Carnival
Quantum Panel Van
Body Style
MPV
Van
Model Year
2026
2026
Segment
MPV
Van
Vehicle Type
MPV
Van
Dealer Stock Note
Top grade in the South Africa lineup
Base grade in the South Africa lineup
Color Note
Snow White Pearl, Aurora Black Pearl, Steel Grey, Gravity Blue, Glacial White Pearl
Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
Tare Mass Kg
2110 kg
2080 kg
Model Introduced Year
2021
Current local generation year not confirmed
Generation
Fourth generation (KA4); global launch 2020, SA 2021
Current South African Quantum Panel Van listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
Facelift History
Fourth generation (KA4) launched SA 2021; 2023 updated specification
Model-year updates can affect trim, wheels, screens, safety equipment and colours. Use the latest South African price list when checking a specific vehicle.
Facelift Launched Since
2023
Original current-generation version
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Production Status
active
active
Spec
Carnival
Quantum Panel Van
Price Zar
1299995 ZAR
845700 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Current listed price
Starting Price
1299995
845700
Starting Price Zar
1299995
845700
Ownership Role
Top
Base
Spec
Carnival
Quantum Panel Van
Engine
2.2-litre Turbocharged Diesel
2.5-litre Turbocharged Diesel
Engine Code
D4HB
Market-specific engine family
Fuel Type
Diesel
Diesel
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
2151 cc
2494 cc
Cylinders
4
4
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Inline
Valves
16
16
Valves per Cylinder
4
4
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Common Rail Direct Injection
Common Rail Direct Injection
Compression Ratio
15.4:1
10.5:1
Bore
85.4 mm
82.0 mm
Stroke
94 mm
94.6 mm
Maximum Power
148 kW @ 3800 rpm
75 kW
Maximum Torque
440 Nm @ 1750 rpm
260 Nm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Drive Type
FWD
RWD
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
5-Speed Manual
Top Speed
185 km/h
150 km/h
0-100 km/h
10.0 sec
18.0 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
15.5 sec
Drive Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
Eco, Comfort, Sport
Launch Control
No
No
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio
70.1 kW/tonne
36.1 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
208.5 Nm/tonne
125 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
In depth: how these cars differ
This Carnival and Quantum Panel Van comparison uses the exact derivatives selected above for South Africa. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: Carnival 67 vs Quantum Panel Van 37.
Efficiency index: Carnival 55 vs Quantum Panel Van 48.
Safety-equipment index: Carnival 100 vs Quantum Panel Van 44.
Practicality index: Carnival 58 vs Quantum Panel Van 71.
Ownership-cover index: Carnival 71 vs Quantum Panel Van 43.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
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A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
Carnival leads by 22 points
Carnival holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over Quantum Panel Van.
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Carnival
Performance
67/100
Efficiency
55/100
Safety
100/100
Practicality
58/100
Ownership
71/100
Quantum Panel Van
Performance
37/100
Efficiency
48/100
Safety
44/100
Practicality
71/100
Ownership
43/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexKIA Carnival
leads the specification evidence index with 71 pts
vs 49 pts for Quantum Panel Van
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Carnival leads. However, Quantum Panel Van may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
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A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
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