Kia Carnival vs Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in
Overview | |
Years produced2020-Present | Years produced2022-Present |
MSRP$33,075 | MSRP$33,600 |
Listings4018 | Listings7872 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews5.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryAnnounced ahead of the 2020 model year, the Ford Escape PHEV already looks like a half-measure in 2021. An electric motor and battery pack provide reasonable driving range in ideal conditions, helping it achieve a commendable combined fuel economy rating from the EPA. But in a rapidly electrifying marketplace, and with many of the most exciting EVs coming from the Blue Oval itself, the Escape PHEV is hard to recommend as a long-term option. | |
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 | |
Engine2.5L 221 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine3.5L 290 hp V6 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower | Horsepower290 hp @ 6400 rpm |
EV Battery Capacity14.4 kWh | EV Battery Capacity |
MPG City43 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway38 | MPG Highway26 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 221 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine Name3.5L 290 hp V6 |
Torque | Torque262 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm |
Horsepower | Horsepower290 hp @ 6400 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity14.4 kWh | EV Battery Capacity |
MPG City43 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway38 | MPG Highway26 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
Safety | |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space34.4 cu ft | Cargo Space40.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight3909 lbs | Curb Weight4431 lbs |
Height66.1 in | Height68.5 in |
Length180.5 in | Length203.0 in |
Width85.6 in | Width89.2 in |
Wheelbase106.7 in | Wheelbase121.7 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload1279 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2020-Present | 2022-Present |
MSRP | $33,075 | $33,600 |
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Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 5.7 out of 10Read full review | 8.2 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Announced ahead of the 2020 model year, the Ford Escape PHEV already looks like a half-measure in 2021. An electric motor and battery pack provide reasonable driving range in ideal conditions, helping it achieve a commendable combined fuel economy rating from the EPA. But in a rapidly electrifying marketplace, and with many of the most exciting EVs coming from the Blue Oval itself, the Escape PHEV is hard to recommend as a long-term option. | 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 | 2.5L 221 hp I4 Hybrid | 3.5L 290 hp V6 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
Horsepower | 290 hp @ 6400 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 14.4 kWh | |
MPG City | 43 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 38 | 26 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 221 hp I4 Hybrid | 3.5L 290 hp V6 |
Torque | 262 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm | |
Horsepower | 290 hp @ 6400 rpm | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 14.4 kWh | |
MPG City | 43 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 38 | 26 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
Safety | ||
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 34.4 cu ft | 40.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3909 lbs | 4431 lbs |
Height | 66.1 in | 68.5 in |
Length | 180.5 in | 203.0 in |
Width | 85.6 in | 89.2 in |
Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 121.7 in |
Maximum Payload | 1279 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | |
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