Chrysler Pacifica vs Kia Carnival
Overview | |
MSRP$36,245 | MSRP$33,600 |
Average price$24,341 | Average price$35,269 |
Listings9320 | Listings3125 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryThe Chrysler Pacifica minivan has undergone a styling and tech refresh for the 2021 model year. It continues to deliver what families want and need from a daily driver. Chrysler continues to offer the model with either a traditional V6 engine or hybrid powertrain and has upped the ante with a new premium Pinnacle trim level. With 97 standard safety features and gobs of well-designed storage space, it’s easy to see why the Pacifica is the perfect choice for many families. | |
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. Verdict: The Carnival offers a great driving experience and excellent warranty, but these upsides are tainted by a lack of all-wheel drive and mixed safety ratings. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.6L 287 hp V6 | Engine3.5L 290 hp V6 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower287 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower290 hp @ 6400 rpm |
MPG City19 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway26 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.6L 287 hp V6 | Engine Name3.5L 290 hp V6 |
Torque262 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque262 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm |
Horsepower287 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower290 hp @ 6400 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City19 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway26 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity7 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space32.3 cu ft | Cargo Space40.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight4521 lbs | Curb Weight4431 lbs |
Height69.9 in | Height68.5 in |
Length204.3 in | Length203.0 in |
Width90.4 in | Width89.2 in |
Wheelbase121.6 in | Wheelbase121.7 in |
Maximum Payload1725 lbs | Maximum Payload1279 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity3600 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $36,245 | $33,600 |
Average price | $24,341 | $35,269 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.4 | 4.7 |
Expert reviews | 8.7 out of 10Read full review | 8.2 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | The Chrysler Pacifica minivan has undergone a styling and tech refresh for the 2021 model year. It continues to deliver what families want and need from a daily driver. Chrysler continues to offer the model with either a traditional V6 engine or hybrid powertrain and has upped the ante with a new premium Pinnacle trim level. With 97 standard safety features and gobs of well-designed storage space, it’s easy to see why the Pacifica is the perfect choice for many families. | 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. Verdict: The Carnival offers a great driving experience and excellent warranty, but these upsides are tainted by a lack of all-wheel drive and mixed safety ratings. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.6L 287 hp V6 | 3.5L 290 hp V6 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 8 | 7 |
Horsepower | 287 hp @ 6400 rpm | 290 hp @ 6400 rpm |
MPG City | 19 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 26 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.6L 287 hp V6 | 3.5L 290 hp V6 |
Torque | 262 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 262 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm |
Horsepower | 287 hp @ 6400 rpm | 290 hp @ 6400 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 19 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 26 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 8 | 7 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 32.3 cu ft | 40.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4521 lbs | 4431 lbs |
Height | 69.9 in | 68.5 in |
Length | 204.3 in | 203.0 in |
Width | 90.4 in | 89.2 in |
Wheelbase | 121.6 in | 121.7 in |
Maximum Payload | 1725 lbs | 1279 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3600 lbs | 3500 lbs |
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