2022 Kia Carnival vs 2021 Hyundai Palisade
Overview | |
MSRP$32,675 | MSRP$32,300 |
Listings128 | Listings64 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews9.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 |
2021 Hyundai Palisade Reviews SummaryCritically acclaimed and selling well, the 2021 Hyundai Palisade enters its sophomore year with more standard equipment, expanded infotainment capabilities, and a new luxury-themed trim level. The 2021 Palisade lineup includes Essential, Preferred, Luxury, and the new Ultimate Calligraphy trim, with pricing ranging from an MSRP of $41,399 to $54,899 Canadian—not including a destination charge of $1,925. For this review, we evaluated a Palisade Ultimate Calligraphy, which is priced at the top end of that spectrum. | |
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). | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.8L 291 hp V6 | Engine3.5L 290 hp V6 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower291 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower290 hp @ 6400 rpm |
MPG City19 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway26 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.8L 291 hp V6 | Engine Name3.5L 290 hp V6 |
Torque262 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm | Torque262 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm |
Horsepower291 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower290 hp @ 6400 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City19 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway26 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity7 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space18.0 cu ft | Cargo Space40.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight4127 lbs | Curb Weight4376 lbs |
Height68.9 in | Height68.5 in |
Length196.1 in | Length203.0 in |
Width77.8 in | Width89.2 in |
Wheelbase114.2 in | Wheelbase121.7 in |
Maximum Payload1605 lbs | Maximum Payload1334 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity5000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $32,675 | $32,300 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 9.0 out of 10Read full review | 8.2 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | ||
Summary | Critically acclaimed and selling well, the 2021 Hyundai Palisade enters its sophomore year with more standard equipment, expanded infotainment capabilities, and a new luxury-themed trim level. The 2021 Palisade lineup includes Essential, Preferred, Luxury, and the new Ultimate Calligraphy trim, with pricing ranging from an MSRP of $41,399 to $54,899 Canadian—not including a destination charge of $1,925. For this review, we evaluated a Palisade Ultimate Calligraphy, which is priced at the top end of that spectrum. | 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 | 3.8L 291 hp V6 | 3.5L 290 hp V6 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 8 | 7 |
Horsepower | 291 hp @ 6000 rpm | 290 hp @ 6400 rpm |
MPG City | 19 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 26 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.8L 291 hp V6 | 3.5L 290 hp V6 |
Torque | 262 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm | 262 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm |
Horsepower | 291 hp @ 6000 rpm | 290 hp @ 6400 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 19 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 26 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 8 | 7 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 18.0 cu ft | 40.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4127 lbs | 4376 lbs |
Height | 68.9 in | 68.5 in |
Length | 196.1 in | 203.0 in |
Width | 77.8 in | 89.2 in |
Wheelbase | 114.2 in | 121.7 in |
Maximum Payload | 1605 lbs | 1334 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 5000 lbs | 3500 lbs |

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