2023 Kia Sportage vs 2023 Kia Carnival
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MSRP$26,290 | MSRP$33,100 |
Listings389 | Listings47 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.5 out of 10 |
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2023 Kia Sportage Reviews SummaryAt this point, Kia’s story is less one of an ugly duckling turning into a beautiful swan, and more one of an underappreciated boxer who begins raining haymakers as soon as they’re put into the ring. After impressive debuts by the big Telluride and the just-right Sorento, the smaller 2023 Kia Sportage compact SUV proves that the once-unloved Korean automaker can make a compelling car for every shopper. Compact-crossover shoppers whose default choices have always been Toyota, Honda, and Nissan can now add Kia to their list of worthy brands. | |
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 187 hp I4 | Engine3.5L 290 hp V6 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower187 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower290 hp @ 6400 rpm |
MPG City25 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway32 | MPG Highway26 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 187 hp I4 | Engine Name3.5L 290 hp V6 |
Torque178 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque262 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm |
Horsepower187 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower290 hp @ 6400 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City25 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway32 | MPG Highway26 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space39.6 cu ft | Cargo Space40.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight3373 lbs | Curb Weight4376 lbs |
Height65.4 in | Height68.5 in |
Length183.5 in | Length203.0 in |
Width73.4 in | Width89.2 in |
Wheelbase108.5 in | Wheelbase121.7 in |
Maximum Payload1301 lbs | Maximum Payload1334 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $26,290 | $33,100 |
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Ratings & Reviews | ||
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Expert reviews | 7.2 out of 10Read full review | 8.5 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | At this point, Kia’s story is less one of an ugly duckling turning into a beautiful swan, and more one of an underappreciated boxer who begins raining haymakers as soon as they’re put into the ring. After impressive debuts by the big Telluride and the just-right Sorento, the smaller 2023 Kia Sportage compact SUV proves that the once-unloved Korean automaker can make a compelling car for every shopper. Compact-crossover shoppers whose default choices have always been Toyota, Honda, and Nissan can now add Kia to their list of worthy brands. | 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 187 hp I4 | 3.5L 290 hp V6 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
Horsepower | 187 hp @ 6100 rpm | 290 hp @ 6400 rpm |
MPG City | 25 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 32 | 26 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 187 hp I4 | 3.5L 290 hp V6 |
Torque | 178 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 262 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm |
Horsepower | 187 hp @ 6100 rpm | 290 hp @ 6400 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 25 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 32 | 26 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 39.6 cu ft | 40.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3373 lbs | 4376 lbs |
Height | 65.4 in | 68.5 in |
Length | 183.5 in | 203.0 in |
Width | 73.4 in | 89.2 in |
Wheelbase | 108.5 in | 121.7 in |
Maximum Payload | 1301 lbs | 1334 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2500 lbs | 3500 lbs |
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