Kia Carnival vs Kia Carnival Hybrid
Overview | |
Years produced2022-Present | Years produced2025-Present |
MSRP$33,600 | MSRP$40,800 |
Listings355 | Listings36 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryAhead of a 2025-model-year refresh, the 2024 Kia Carnival carries over unchanged as Kia’s entry into a small, but competitive, minivan segment that also includes the Chrysler Pacifica, Honda Odyssey, and Toyota Sienna. The Carnival offers a great driving experience and affordable starting price, but these upsides are tainted by a lack of all-wheel drive and mixed safety ratings. | |
Reviews SummaryThe 2025 Kia Carnival Hybrid is a new addition to the Kia Carnival minivan lineup, giving buyers the option of a hybrid powertrain for the first time. The Carnival gets a number of updates as well, including refreshed exterior styling and tech features, to help it remain competitive with the Chrysler Pacifica, Honda Odyssey, and Toyota Sienna in the small — but still significant — minivan segment. Verdict: The Carnival's new hybrid powertrain enhances an already-impressive package. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.5L 290 hp V6 | Engine1.6L 242 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity8 |
Horsepower290 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.5 kWh |
MPG City19 | MPG City34 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway31 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.5L 290 hp V6 | Engine Name1.6L 242 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque262 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower290 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.5 kWh |
MPG City19 | MPG City34 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway31 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity8 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space40.2 cu ft | Cargo Space40.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight4431 lbs | Curb Weight4852 lbs |
Height68.5 in | Height68.5 in |
Length203.0 in | Length203.0 in |
Width89.2 in | Width89.2 in |
Wheelbase121.7 in | Wheelbase121.7 in |
Maximum Payload1279 lbs | Maximum Payload1652 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity2500 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2022-Present | 2025-Present |
MSRP | $33,600 | $40,800 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.2 out of 10Read full review | 7.8 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Ahead of a 2025-model-year refresh, the 2024 Kia Carnival carries over unchanged as Kia’s entry into a small, but competitive, minivan segment that also includes the Chrysler Pacifica, Honda Odyssey, and Toyota Sienna. The Carnival offers a great driving experience and affordable starting price, but these upsides are tainted by a lack of all-wheel drive and mixed safety ratings. | The 2025 Kia Carnival Hybrid is a new addition to the Kia Carnival minivan lineup, giving buyers the option of a hybrid powertrain for the first time. The Carnival gets a number of updates as well, including refreshed exterior styling and tech features, to help it remain competitive with the Chrysler Pacifica, Honda Odyssey, and Toyota Sienna in the small — but still significant — minivan segment. Verdict: The Carnival's new hybrid powertrain enhances an already-impressive package. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.5L 290 hp V6 | 1.6L 242 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 8 |
Horsepower | 290 hp @ 6400 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 1.5 kWh | |
MPG City | 19 | 34 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 31 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.5L 290 hp V6 | 1.6L 242 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque | 262 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm | |
Horsepower | 290 hp @ 6400 rpm | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 1.5 kWh | |
MPG City | 19 | 34 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 31 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 8 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 40.2 cu ft | 40.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4431 lbs | 4852 lbs |
Height | 68.5 in | 68.5 in |
Length | 203.0 in | 203.0 in |
Width | 89.2 in | 89.2 in |
Wheelbase | 121.7 in | 121.7 in |
Maximum Payload | 1279 lbs | 1652 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | 2500 lbs |
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