2022 Kia Carnival vs 2023 Subaru Ascent
Overview | |
MSRP$32,300 | MSRP$33,895 |
Listings347 | Listings880 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
Pros
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2022 Kia Carnival Reviews SummaryWith the all-new 2022 Carnival, Kia is trying something different. By blending crossover SUV design with sensational technology and genuine VIP passenger seating, Kia hopes the Carnival can carve a bigger slice of the small minivan pie. Available in LX, EX, SX, and SX Prestige trim, the 2022 Kia Carnival replaces the Kia Sedona in the automaker’s lineup. Carnival prices range from $32,100 to $46,100, not including the destination charge of $1,175. Our SX Prestige test vehicle had extra-cost Astra Blue paint, accessory floor and cargo mats, and an auto-dimming rearview mirror with a programmable garage door opener. It came to $47,920, including destination charges. | |
2023 Subaru Ascent Reviews Summary | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.5L 290 hp V6 | Engine2.4L 260 hp H4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity8 |
Horsepower290 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower260 hp @ 5600 rpm |
MPG City19 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway26 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.5L 290 hp V6 | Engine Name2.4L 260 hp H4 |
Torque262 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm | Torque277 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm |
Horsepower290 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower260 hp @ 5600 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City19 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway26 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity8 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space40.2 cu ft | Cargo Space17.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight4376 lbs | Curb Weight4421 lbs |
Height68.5 in | Height71.6 in |
Length203.0 in | Length196.8 in |
Width89.2 in | Width85.7 in |
Wheelbase121.7 in | Wheelbase113.8 in |
Maximum Payload1334 lbs | Maximum Payload1579 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity5000 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $32,300 | $33,895 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.2 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | With the all-new 2022 Carnival, Kia is trying something different. By blending crossover SUV design with sensational technology and genuine VIP passenger seating, Kia hopes the Carnival can carve a bigger slice of the small minivan pie. Available in LX, EX, SX, and SX Prestige trim, the 2022 Kia Carnival replaces the Kia Sedona in the automaker’s lineup. Carnival prices range from $32,100 to $46,100, not including the destination charge of $1,175. Our SX Prestige test vehicle had extra-cost Astra Blue paint, accessory floor and cargo mats, and an auto-dimming rearview mirror with a programmable garage door opener. It came to $47,920, including destination charges. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.5L 290 hp V6 | 2.4L 260 hp H4 |
Drive Train | FWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 8 |
Horsepower | 290 hp @ 6400 rpm | 260 hp @ 5600 rpm |
MPG City | 19 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 26 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.5L 290 hp V6 | 2.4L 260 hp H4 |
Torque | 262 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm | 277 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm |
Horsepower | 290 hp @ 6400 rpm | 260 hp @ 5600 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 19 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 26 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 8 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 40.2 cu ft | 17.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4376 lbs | 4421 lbs |
Height | 68.5 in | 71.6 in |
Length | 203.0 in | 196.8 in |
Width | 89.2 in | 85.7 in |
Wheelbase | 121.7 in | 113.8 in |
Maximum Payload | 1334 lbs | 1579 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | 5000 lbs |

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