Kia Sorento Hybrid vs Kia Carnival Hybrid
Overview | |
Years produced2021-Present | Years produced2025-Present |
MSRP$33,590 | MSRP$40,800 |
Listings56 | Listings18 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 |
Pros
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Reviews SummaryBeing fuel-efficient and stylish are just two of the 2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid’s positive attributes. The fresh three-row offering from Kia has something its three-row Telluride doesn’t: a hybrid option. The Sorento Hybrid is more capable than before, but some design decisions have left us questioning if it’s better to just go with the tried and true Toyota Highlander Hybrid instead. | |
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 | |
Engine1.6L 227 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine1.6L 242 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity6 | Seating Capacity8 |
EV Battery Capacity1.6 kWh | EV Battery Capacity1.5 kWh |
MPG City39 | MPG City34 |
MPG Highway35 | MPG Highway31 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.6L 227 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine Name1.6L 242 hp I4 Hybrid |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity1.6 kWh | EV Battery Capacity1.5 kWh |
MPG City39 | MPG City34 |
MPG Highway35 | MPG Highway31 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity6 | Seating Capacity8 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space12.6 cu ft | Cargo Space40.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight3979 lbs | Curb Weight4852 lbs |
Height66.7 in | Height68.5 in |
Length189.4 in | Length203.0 in |
Width74.8 in | Width89.2 in |
Wheelbase110.6 in | Wheelbase121.7 in |
Maximum Payload1598 lbs | Maximum Payload1652 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | Maximum Towing Capacity2500 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2021-Present | 2025-Present |
MSRP | $33,590 | $40,800 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.8 out of 10Read full review | 7.8 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Being fuel-efficient and stylish are just two of the 2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid’s positive attributes. The fresh three-row offering from Kia has something its three-row Telluride doesn’t: a hybrid option. The Sorento Hybrid is more capable than before, but some design decisions have left us questioning if it’s better to just go with the tried and true Toyota Highlander Hybrid instead. | 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 | 1.6L 227 hp I4 Hybrid | 1.6L 242 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 6 | 8 |
EV Battery Capacity | 1.6 kWh | 1.5 kWh |
MPG City | 39 | 34 |
MPG Highway | 35 | 31 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.6L 227 hp I4 Hybrid | 1.6L 242 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 1.6 kWh | 1.5 kWh |
MPG City | 39 | 34 |
MPG Highway | 35 | 31 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 6 | 8 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 12.6 cu ft | 40.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3979 lbs | 4852 lbs |
Height | 66.7 in | 68.5 in |
Length | 189.4 in | 203.0 in |
Width | 74.8 in | 89.2 in |
Wheelbase | 110.6 in | 121.7 in |
Maximum Payload | 1598 lbs | 1652 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2500 lbs | |
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