BYD eMAX 9 DM-i vs Kia Carnival
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the BYD eMAX 9 DM-i and the Kia Carnival as sold in the Philippines, using each model's lowest-priced variant.
Source: Mobility Access Philippines Ventures, Inc. (BYD Cars Philippines), an ACMobility company and KP Motors Corporation (Kia Philippines, an ACMobility subsidiary). Last verified .
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BYD eMAX 9 DM-i
Advanced variant
- SRP
- ₱2,778,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱48,342
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Kia Carnival
1.6 EX Turbo Hybrid AT variant
- SRP
- ₱2,938,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱51,127
How they differ
- The BYD eMAX 9 DM-i is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱2,778,000, which is ₱160,000 (5%) below the Kia Carnival at ₱2,938,000.
- On installment at our default terms, the eMAX 9 DM-i is estimated at ₱48,342 a month against ₱51,127 for the Carnival, a difference of ₱2,785 a month.
- The eMAX 9 DM-i makes more power (271 PS against 245 PS for the Carnival).
- The Carnival has more torque (366.8 Nm against 315 Nm for the eMAX 9 DM-i).
- The Carnival has the larger engine (1,598 cc against 1,500 cc for the eMAX 9 DM-i).
- The Carnival sits higher off the ground (172 mm against 157 mm for the eMAX 9 DM-i).
- They differ in powertrain: the eMAX 9 DM-i has a plug-in hybrid powertrain, the Carnival a hybrid powertrain.
Specifications side by side
| Specification | BYD eMAX 9 DM-iAdvanced, ₱2,778,000 | Kia Carnival1.6 EX Turbo Hybrid AT, ₱2,938,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine (differs) | Super DM-i plug-in hybrid: 1.5L turbo high-efficiency generator engine with permanent magnet synchronous motor | 1.6L turbo gasoline hybrid (Gamma II 1.6 T-GDI with permanent magnet synchronous motor) |
| Displacement (differs) | 1500 cc | 1598 cc |
| Max power (differs) | 271 PS | 245 PS |
| Max torque (differs) | 315 Nm | 366.8 Nm |
| Electric powertrain | ||
| Battery capacity (differs) | 20.4 kWh | n/a |
| Battery type (differs) | BYD Blade Battery (lithium iron phosphate) | Lithium-ion |
| Electric range (differs) | 95 km | n/a |
| Range test cycle (differs) | NEDC (electric only) | n/a |
| Motor power (differs) | 199 kW | n/a |
| AC charging (differs) | 7 kW | n/a |
| DC fast charging (differs) | 41 kW | n/a |
| Charging time (differs) | DC 0.5 h from 30% to 80%; AC 3 h from 15% to 100% | n/a |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission (differs) | n/a | 6-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain (differs) | Front-wheel drive | FWD |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 5145 mm | 5155 mm |
| Width (differs) | 1970 mm | 1995 mm |
| Height (differs) | 1805 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 3045 mm | 3090 mm |
| Ground clearance (differs) | 157 mm | 172 mm |
| Curb weight (differs) | 2470 kg | 2141 kg |
| Turning radius (differs) | 5.7 m | 5.9 m |
| Capacity | ||
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Fuel tank (differs) | 50 L | 72 L |
| Cargo volume (differs) | 470 L | 627 L |
| Chassis and brakes | ||
| Front suspension | MacPherson strut | MacPherson strut |
| Rear suspension (differs) | 4-link independent | Multi-link |
| Front brake (differs) | Disc | Ventilated disc |
| Rear brake (differs) | Disc | Ventilated disc |
| Tyres (differs) | 235/60 R18 | 235/60R18 |
| Wheels (differs) | Alloy | 18" alloy |
| Safety | ||
| ABS (differs) | ABS with EBD | ABS |
| Airbags (differs) | n/a | 8 |
| Driver assistance (differs) | 360-degree camera, 6 parking sensors, cruise control | Cruise control, blind-spot detection, front and rear parking distance warning, parking collision-avoidance assist |
| Stability control (differs) | Electronic Stability Control with traction control | Electronic Stability Control with hill-start assist |
| Features | ||
| Infotainment (differs) | 15.6-inch touchscreen, 8 speakers | 12.3" touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Smartphone connectivity (differs) | Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth | n/a |
| Instrument panel (differs) | 12.3-inch LCD | 12.3" LCD |
| Headlight (differs) | LED | Multi-faceted reflector LED |
| Keyless system (differs) | Smart entry with keyless start, NFC card | Smart entry with remote start and push-button start |
| Other features (differs) | Combined range up to 945 km; Vehicle-to-Load (V2L); top speed 190 km/h; 0-100 km/h in 8.4 s | n/a |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty (differs) | 6 years or 150,000 km, whichever comes first | 5 years or 160,000 km (private use) |
| Battery warranty (differs) | 8 years or 160,000 km, whichever comes first (minimum 70% state of health) | n/a |
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Prices are the distributor's suggested retail prices as of the verified date and may differ at dealers. Registration, insurance and other fees are not included unless stated.