2023 Kia Carnival vs 2022 Toyota RAV4
Overview | |
MSRP$26,975 | MSRP$33,100 |
Listings287 | Listings45 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.5 out of 10 |
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2022 Toyota RAV4 Reviews SummaryOnce dismissed as a “cute ute,” the Toyota RAV4 has evolved into a compact SUV to reckon with. From a range of efficient powertrains to a roomy, flexible interior and stylish exterior, the RAV4 has the goods to compete with the best SUVs. | |
2023 Kia Carnival Reviews SummaryOver the holidays of 2022, we used the 2023 Kia Carnival to drive to many gatherings of family and friends. Whenever we slid open a side door to load or unload passengers, a common question was: “So, is this a minivan or an SUV?” If you work in Kia’s marketing department, the Carnival is neither. The company calls it a multi-purpose vehicle, or MPV. But if you’re a typical consumer, this stylish Kia is a minivan because it has sliding doors and does not offer all-wheel drive or a lifted suspension. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 203 hp I4 | Engine3.5L 290 hp V6 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower | Horsepower290 hp @ 6400 rpm |
MPG City27 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway35 | MPG Highway26 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 203 hp I4 | Engine Name3.5L 290 hp V6 |
Torque | Torque262 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm |
Horsepower | Horsepower290 hp @ 6400 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City27 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway35 | MPG Highway26 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space37.5 cu ft | Cargo Space40.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight3380 lbs | Curb Weight4376 lbs |
Height67.0 in | Height68.5 in |
Length180.9 in | Length203.0 in |
Width73.0 in | Width89.2 in |
Wheelbase105.9 in | Wheelbase121.7 in |
Maximum Payload1230 lbs | Maximum Payload1334 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity1500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $26,975 | $33,100 |
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Expert reviews | 8.3 out of 10Read full review | 8.5 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Once dismissed as a “cute ute,” the Toyota RAV4 has evolved into a compact SUV to reckon with. From a range of efficient powertrains to a roomy, flexible interior and stylish exterior, the RAV4 has the goods to compete with the best SUVs. | Over the holidays of 2022, we used the 2023 Kia Carnival to drive to many gatherings of family and friends. Whenever we slid open a side door to load or unload passengers, a common question was: “So, is this a minivan or an SUV?” If you work in Kia’s marketing department, the Carnival is neither. The company calls it a multi-purpose vehicle, or MPV. But if you’re a typical consumer, this stylish Kia is a minivan because it has sliding doors and does not offer all-wheel drive or a lifted suspension. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 203 hp I4 | 3.5L 290 hp V6 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
Horsepower | 290 hp @ 6400 rpm | |
MPG City | 27 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 35 | 26 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 203 hp I4 | 3.5L 290 hp V6 |
Torque | 262 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm | |
Horsepower | 290 hp @ 6400 rpm | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 27 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 35 | 26 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 37.5 cu ft | 40.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3380 lbs | 4376 lbs |
Height | 67.0 in | 68.5 in |
Length | 180.9 in | 203.0 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 89.2 in |
Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 121.7 in |
Maximum Payload | 1230 lbs | 1334 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 1500 lbs | 3500 lbs |

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