Kia Carnival Hybrid vs Mercedes-Benz GLA
Overview | |
Years produced2015-Present | Years produced2025-Present |
MSRP$36,230 | MSRP$40,800 |
Listings6618 | Listings5935 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryThe 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA delivers on all thing things a subcompact SUV is supposed to do. It’s cute, compact (but not cramped), and easily maneuverable. The new, eighth-generation GLA gives customers a lot of what they expect but also lacks the refinement of other Mercedes models. | |
Reviews SummaryThe 2025 Kia Carnival Hybrid is a new addition to the Kia Carnival minivan lineup, giving buyers the option of a hybrid powertrain for the first time. The Carnival gets a number of updates as well, including refreshed exterior styling and tech features, to help it remain competitive with the Chrysler Pacifica, Honda Odyssey, and Toyota Sienna in the small—but still significant—minivan segment. Verdict: The Carnival's new hybrid powertrain enhances an already-impressive package. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 221 hp I4 | Engine1.6L 242 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity8 |
Horsepower221 hp @ 5500 rpm | Horsepower |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.5 kWh |
MPG City25 | MPG City34 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway31 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 221 hp I4 | Engine Name1.6L 242 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque258 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower221 hp @ 5500 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.5 kWh |
MPG City25 | MPG City34 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway31 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity8 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall4 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space15.4 cu ft | Cargo Space40.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight3384 lbs | Curb Weight4852 lbs |
Height63.5 in | Height68.5 in |
Length173.6 in | Length203.0 in |
Width79.5 in | Width89.2 in |
Wheelbase107.4 in | Wheelbase121.7 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload1652 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | Maximum Towing Capacity2500 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2015-Present | 2025-Present |
MSRP | $36,230 | $40,800 |
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Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | 7.8 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | The 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA delivers on all thing things a subcompact SUV is supposed to do. It’s cute, compact (but not cramped), and easily maneuverable. The new, eighth-generation GLA gives customers a lot of what they expect but also lacks the refinement of other Mercedes models. | The 2025 Kia Carnival Hybrid is a new addition to the Kia Carnival minivan lineup, giving buyers the option of a hybrid powertrain for the first time. The Carnival gets a number of updates as well, including refreshed exterior styling and tech features, to help it remain competitive with the Chrysler Pacifica, Honda Odyssey, and Toyota Sienna in the small—but still significant—minivan segment. Verdict: The Carnival's new hybrid powertrain enhances an already-impressive package. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 221 hp I4 | 1.6L 242 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 8 |
Horsepower | 221 hp @ 5500 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 1.5 kWh | |
MPG City | 25 | 34 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 31 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 221 hp I4 | 1.6L 242 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque | 258 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm | |
Horsepower | 221 hp @ 5500 rpm | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 1.5 kWh | |
MPG City | 25 | 34 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 31 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 8 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 15.4 cu ft | 40.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3384 lbs | 4852 lbs |
Height | 63.5 in | 68.5 in |
Length | 173.6 in | 203.0 in |
Width | 79.5 in | 89.2 in |
Wheelbase | 107.4 in | 121.7 in |
Maximum Payload | 1652 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2500 lbs | |
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