Kia Carnival vs Subaru Forester Hybrid
Overview | |
MSRP$33,600 | MSRP$36,595 |
Listings146 | Listings7 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.0 out of 10 |
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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. | |
Reviews SummarySubaru may as well be the automotive mascot of the Pacific Northwest and the Northeast, thanks to the ability of models such as the Subaru Outback and the Ascent to conquer challenging conditions. The redesigned 2025 Subaru Forester reinforces those advantages, and this time around, a new Forester Hybrid model adds efficiency as another plus, along with more power and a few extra features. It’s due to be followed by the smaller Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid in fall 2025. Verdict: A more efficient version of Subaru's rugged and evergreen compact SUV. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.5L 290 hp V6 | Engine2.5L 194 hp H4 Hybrid |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower290 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.1 kWh |
MPG City19 | MPG City35 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway34 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.5L 290 hp V6 | Engine Name2.5L 194 hp H4 Hybrid |
Torque262 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower290 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.1 kWh |
MPG City19 | MPG City35 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway34 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space40.2 cu ft | Cargo Space27.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight4431 lbs | Curb Weight3873 lbs |
Height68.5 in | Height68.1 in |
Length203.0 in | Length183.3 in |
Width89.2 in | Width81.2 in |
Wheelbase121.7 in | Wheelbase105.1 in |
Maximum Payload1279 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity1500 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $33,600 | $36,595 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.2 out of 10Read full review | 7.0 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | 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. | Subaru may as well be the automotive mascot of the Pacific Northwest and the Northeast, thanks to the ability of models such as the Subaru Outback and the Ascent to conquer challenging conditions. The redesigned 2025 Subaru Forester reinforces those advantages, and this time around, a new Forester Hybrid model adds efficiency as another plus, along with more power and a few extra features. It’s due to be followed by the smaller Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid in fall 2025. Verdict: A more efficient version of Subaru's rugged and evergreen compact SUV. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.5L 290 hp V6 | 2.5L 194 hp H4 Hybrid |
Drive Train | FWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Horsepower | 290 hp @ 6400 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 1.1 kWh | |
MPG City | 19 | 35 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 34 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.5L 290 hp V6 | 2.5L 194 hp H4 Hybrid |
Torque | 262 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm | |
Horsepower | 290 hp @ 6400 rpm | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 1.1 kWh | |
MPG City | 19 | 35 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 34 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 40.2 cu ft | 27.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4431 lbs | 3873 lbs |
Height | 68.5 in | 68.1 in |
Length | 203.0 in | 183.3 in |
Width | 89.2 in | 81.2 in |
Wheelbase | 121.7 in | 105.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 1279 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | 1500 lbs |
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