2023 Kia Carnival vs 2023 Nissan Ariya
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Listings25 | Listings70 |
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User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.5 out of 10 |
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2023 Nissan Ariya Reviews SummaryBy 2023, it should be clear that electric vehicles (EVs) are here to stay. Companies that got started early on EVs have a head start, and when considering the current era of electric mobility, no major automaker got out of the starting blocks faster than Nissan. The 2010 Nissan Leaf invited the masses to experience quiet, efficient motoring—but in the decade-plus since its debut, it has been caught by more impressive competition. The all-new 2023 Nissan Ariya aims to retake market share in the electric vehicle space. With front- and all-wheel-drive powertrain options, slick design, immersive technology, and a competitive price tag, the Ariya looks capable of putting Nissan back into the EV conversation. We tested a single-motor Ariya in the fall of 2022 and have since evaluated the dual-motor e-4ORCE model for this updated review. | |
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 | |
Engine214 hp Electric | Engine3.5L 290 hp V6 |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower | Horsepower290 hp @ 6400 rpm |
EV Battery Capacity63 kWh | EV Battery Capacity |
MPG City109 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway94 | MPG Highway26 |
Battery Charge Time (240V)10.5 hours | Battery Charge Time (240V) |
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Engine Name214 hp Electric | Engine Name3.5L 290 hp V6 |
Torque | Torque262 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm |
Horsepower | Horsepower290 hp @ 6400 rpm |
Battery Charge Time (240V)10.5 hours | Battery Charge Time (240V) |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
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EV Battery Capacity63 kWh | EV Battery Capacity |
MPG City109 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway94 | MPG Highway26 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
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Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space646 L | Cargo Space1138 L |
Curb Weight1961 kg | Curb Weight1985 kg |
Height1661 mm | Height1740 mm |
Length4646 mm | Length5156 mm |
Width2172 mm | Width2266 mm |
Wheelbase2776 mm | Wheelbase3091 mm |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload605 kg |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | Maximum Towing Capacity1588 kg |
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Expert reviews | 8.5 out of 10Read full review | 8.5 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | By 2023, it should be clear that electric vehicles (EVs) are here to stay. Companies that got started early on EVs have a head start, and when considering the current era of electric mobility, no major automaker got out of the starting blocks faster than Nissan. The 2010 Nissan Leaf invited the masses to experience quiet, efficient motoring—but in the decade-plus since its debut, it has been caught by more impressive competition. The all-new 2023 Nissan Ariya aims to retake market share in the electric vehicle space. With front- and all-wheel-drive powertrain options, slick design, immersive technology, and a competitive price tag, the Ariya looks capable of putting Nissan back into the EV conversation. We tested a single-motor Ariya in the fall of 2022 and have since evaluated the dual-motor e-4ORCE model for this updated review. | 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 | 214 hp Electric | 3.5L 290 hp V6 |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
Horsepower | 290 hp @ 6400 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 63 kWh | |
MPG City | 109 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 94 | 26 |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 10.5 hours | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 214 hp Electric | 3.5L 290 hp V6 |
Torque | 262 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm | |
Horsepower | 290 hp @ 6400 rpm | |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 10.5 hours | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 63 kWh | |
MPG City | 109 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 94 | 26 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 646 L | 1138 L |
Curb Weight | 1961 kg | 1985 kg |
Height | 1661 mm | 1740 mm |
Length | 4646 mm | 5156 mm |
Width | 2172 mm | 2266 mm |
Wheelbase | 2776 mm | 3091 mm |
Maximum Payload | 605 kg | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 1588 kg | |
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