2022 Kia Carnival vs 2021 Cadillac Escalade ESV
Overview | |
MSRP$79,195 | MSRP$32,300 |
Listings1 | Listings43 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 |
2021 Cadillac Escalade ESV Reviews Summary | |
2022 Kia Carnival Reviews SummaryWith the all-new 2022 Carnival, Kia is trying something different. By blending crossover SUV design with sensational technology and genuine VIP passenger seating, Kia hopes the Carnival can carve a bigger slice of the small minivan pie. Available in LX, LX+, EX, EX+, and SX trim levels, the 2022 Kia Carnival replaces the Kia Sedona in the automaker’s lineup. Carnival MSRP ranges from $34,795 to $48,595, not including the destination charge of $1,850. Our SX test vehicle had extra-cost Storm Blue paint and accessory floor and cargo mats. Its pricing comes to $51,275, including destination charges (Canadian, estimated). | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine6.2L 420 hp V8 | Engine3.5L 290 hp V6 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower420 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower290 hp @ 6400 rpm |
MPG City14 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway20 | MPG Highway26 |
Engine | |
Engine Name6.2L 420 hp V8 | Engine Name3.5L 290 hp V6 |
Torque460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm | Torque262 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm |
Horsepower420 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower290 hp @ 6400 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City14 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway20 | MPG Highway26 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity7 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space41.5 cu ft | Cargo Space40.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight5785 lbs | Curb Weight4376 lbs |
Height76.4 in | Height68.5 in |
Length227.0 in | Length203.0 in |
Width81.1 in | Width89.2 in |
Wheelbase134.1 in | Wheelbase121.7 in |
Maximum Payload1636 lbs | Maximum Payload1334 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity8100 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity7600 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $79,195 | $32,300 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.2 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | ||
Summary | With the all-new 2022 Carnival, Kia is trying something different. By blending crossover SUV design with sensational technology and genuine VIP passenger seating, Kia hopes the Carnival can carve a bigger slice of the small minivan pie. Available in LX, LX+, EX, EX+, and SX trim levels, the 2022 Kia Carnival replaces the Kia Sedona in the automaker’s lineup. Carnival MSRP ranges from $34,795 to $48,595, not including the destination charge of $1,850. Our SX test vehicle had extra-cost Storm Blue paint and accessory floor and cargo mats. Its pricing comes to $51,275, including destination charges (Canadian, estimated). | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 6.2L 420 hp V8 | 3.5L 290 hp V6 |
Drive Train | RWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 8 | 7 |
Horsepower | 420 hp @ 5600 rpm | 290 hp @ 6400 rpm |
MPG City | 14 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 20 | 26 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 6.2L 420 hp V8 | 3.5L 290 hp V6 |
Torque | 460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm | 262 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm |
Horsepower | 420 hp @ 5600 rpm | 290 hp @ 6400 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 14 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 20 | 26 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 8 | 7 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 41.5 cu ft | 40.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 5785 lbs | 4376 lbs |
Height | 76.4 in | 68.5 in |
Length | 227.0 in | 203.0 in |
Width | 81.1 in | 89.2 in |
Wheelbase | 134.1 in | 121.7 in |
Maximum Payload | 1636 lbs | 1334 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 8100 lbs | 3500 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 7600 lbs | |

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