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Compare 2023 Kia Carnival vs Toyota Sienna

2023 Kia Carnival
2023 Kia Carnival
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$33,100
Starting Price (MSRP)
9.3
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Toyota Sienna
2023 Toyota Sienna
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$36,885
Starting Price (MSRP)
9.0
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Overview

Engine
3.5L V6 Gas
Engine
2.5L Inline-4 Hybrid
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 19 MPG
Hwy: 26 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 36 MPG
Hwy: 36 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
19 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
18 gallons
Seating Capacity
7 seater
Seating Capacity
8 seater

Photos

2023 Kia Carnival
2022-2024 Kia Carnival Rear Angle View
2022-2024 Kia Carnival Dashboard
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2022-2023 Toyota Sienna Rear-Facing View
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
3.5L V6 Gas
2.5L Inline-4 Hybrid
Horsepower
290 hp @ 6400 rpm
245 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque
262 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm
176 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
4,376 lbs
4,610 lbs
Maximum Towing Capacity
3,500 lbs
N/A
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
22 MPG
36 MPG
City
19 MPG
36 MPG
Highway
26 MPG
36 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
8.0 Tons/yr
5.0 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
19 gallons
18 gallons
Cruising Range City
361 miles
648 miles
Cruising Range Highway
494 miles
648 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
203 in
203.7 in
Height
68.5 in
68.5 in
Max Width
78.5 in
78.5 in
Front Width
68.9 in
67.7 in
Rear Width
68.9 in
68.5 in
Wheelbase
121.7 in
120.5 in
Ground Clearance
6.8 in
6.4 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
7 seater
8 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
41.1 in
40.3 in
Front Seat Headroom
40.9 in
40.1 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
64.2 in
62.4 in
Front Seat Hip Room
59.8 in
59.6 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
40.5 in
39.9 in
Rear Seat Headroom
39.5 in
39.9 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
63.2 in
62.7 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
66.4 in
66.2 in
Third Row Leg Room
35.6 in
38.7 in
Third Row Headroom
38.6 in
37.4 in
Third Row Shoulder Room
59.5 in
58.5 in
Third Row Hip Room
50.4 in
48.8 in

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume to Seat 1
145.1 ft³
101 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
86.9 ft³
75.2 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
40.2 ft³
33.5 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
37.7 ft
38.3 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
17" x 6.5"
17" x 7"
Rear Wheel Size
17" x 6.5"
17" x 7"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P235/65TR17
P235/65TR17
Rear Tire
P235/65TR17
P235/65TR17
Spare Tire
Compact
N/A

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Deep Chroma Blue
  • Panthera Metal
  • Silky Silver
  • Blueprint
  • Celestial Silver Metallic
  • Cypress
  • Ice Cap
  • Midnight Black Metallic
  • Predawn Gray Mica
  • Ruby Flare Pearl
  • Sunset Bronze Mica

Optional Exterior Colors

Snow White Pearl
N/A

Standard Interior Materials

  • Gray, Cloth Seat Trim
  • Graphite, Fabric Seat Material

Features and Options

Infotainment

Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Satellite Radio
Not Available
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Standard
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard
Woodgrain Interior Trim
Not Available
Standard
Sun/Moonroof
Not Available
Optional

Comfort

Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Climate Control
Not Available
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Not Available
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Not Available
Standard
Remote Engine Start
Standard
Not Available
Remote Trunk Release
Not Available
Standard
Universal Garage Door Opener
Not Available
Optional
Rear A/C
Standard
Standard
Keyless Start
Standard
Not Available
Telematics
Not Available
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Not Available
Standard
Rear Parking Aid
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist
Standard
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Side Air Bag
Not Available
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion
5 Years / 100,000 Miles
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
10 Years / 100,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
2 Years / Unlimited Miles
Hybrid/Electric Components
N/A
8 Years / 100,000 Miles
Maintenance
N/A
2 Years / 25,000 Miles
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