2023 Kia Carnival vs 2024 Kia Sorento
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MSRP$33,100 | MSRP$31,990 |
Listings56 | Listings151 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.7 out of 10 |
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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. | |
2024 Kia Sorento Reviews SummaryOn the small end of the midsize SUV spectrum, the Sorento is a classic in-betweener. It’s big enough to get a standard third row and has more room than compact crossovers like the Toyota RAV4, but it’s smaller and cheaper than most three-row midsizes, including Kia’s Telluride and the Ford Explorer. Gas-powered 2024 Sorentos get a visual glow-up as well as major infotainment and safety system updates, and a new X-Pro trim. Hybrid and PHEV Sorentos, which we review separately, won’t get these changes until 2025. Verdict: The 2024 Kia Sorento’s new looks make it seem bigger and fancier, and the X-Pro adds capability. There are more safety features and the Sorento’s tech is even easier to use. Demerits remain, namely the diminutive third row and pricey top trims, but the 2024 Sorento has lots to offer family buyers. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.5L 290 hp V6 | Engine2.5L 191 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower290 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower191 hp @ 6100 rpm |
MPG City19 | MPG City23 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway31 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.5L 290 hp V6 | Engine Name2.5L 191 hp I4 |
Torque262 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm | Torque181 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower290 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower191 hp @ 6100 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City19 | MPG City23 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway31 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity7 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space40.2 cu ft | Cargo Space12.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight4376 lbs | Curb Weight3814 lbs |
Height68.5 in | Height66.7 in |
Length203.0 in | Length189.6 in |
Width89.2 in | Width74.8 in |
Wheelbase121.7 in | Wheelbase110.8 in |
Maximum Payload1334 lbs | Maximum Payload1587 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $33,100 | $31,990 |
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Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.5 out of 10Read full review | 8.7 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | 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. | On the small end of the midsize SUV spectrum, the Sorento is a classic in-betweener. It’s big enough to get a standard third row and has more room than compact crossovers like the Toyota RAV4, but it’s smaller and cheaper than most three-row midsizes, including Kia’s Telluride and the Ford Explorer. Gas-powered 2024 Sorentos get a visual glow-up as well as major infotainment and safety system updates, and a new X-Pro trim. Hybrid and PHEV Sorentos, which we review separately, won’t get these changes until 2025. Verdict: The 2024 Kia Sorento’s new looks make it seem bigger and fancier, and the X-Pro adds capability. There are more safety features and the Sorento’s tech is even easier to use. Demerits remain, namely the diminutive third row and pricey top trims, but the 2024 Sorento has lots to offer family buyers. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.5L 290 hp V6 | 2.5L 191 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
Horsepower | 290 hp @ 6400 rpm | 191 hp @ 6100 rpm |
MPG City | 19 | 23 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 31 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.5L 290 hp V6 | 2.5L 191 hp I4 |
Torque | 262 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm | 181 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower | 290 hp @ 6400 rpm | 191 hp @ 6100 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 19 | 23 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 31 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 40.2 cu ft | 12.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4376 lbs | 3814 lbs |
Height | 68.5 in | 66.7 in |
Length | 203.0 in | 189.6 in |
Width | 89.2 in | 74.8 in |
Wheelbase | 121.7 in | 110.8 in |
Maximum Payload | 1334 lbs | 1587 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | 2000 lbs |
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