Minivans (or multi-purpose vehicles – MPVs) are ideal for hauling your family around Montpelier, VT because of their roomy seating and spacious cargo holds. However, if you also want a minivan with an upscale interior and a high-tech infotainment system, choose the 2023 Kia Carnival. The 2023 Toyota Sienna has a roomy cabin with a plethora of standard features, but it's not as refined as the Carnival. Preston's Kia designed the following comparison to help you decide for yourself which MPV is better.
Performance
Acceleration
If you'd like to be able to merge effortlessly onto the highway in Burlington, VT, the 2023 Kia Carnival is the better choice. It comes standard with a 290-horsepower V6 engine that has plenty of get-up-and-go. A smooth-shifting eight-speed automatic transmission makes effective use of its power.
The 2023 Toyota Sienna comes with a 245-horsepower hybrid powertrain. This setup gives it decent fuel economy, but the Sienna struggles to get up to speed on the highway.
Interior
Passenger Space
Both the 2023 Kia Carnival and the 2023 Toyota Sienna have seating for eight passengers. However, Barre, VT drivers who want more space to stretch out and relax should go with the Carnival. It has 168.2 cubic feet of total passenger volume, including over 40 inches of second-row legroom.
The 2023 Toyota Sienna only has 162.5 cubic feet of total passenger volume. It also has just 39.9 inches of second-row legroom.
Cargo Room
If you take your family on long trips, you'll need enough space to store your luggage and the kids' toys. The 2023 Kia Carnival has 40.2 cubic feet of cargo room behind the third-row seats and 86.9 cubic feet with the back row folded. People in Randolph, VT will appreciate that the Carnival has more than 145 cubic feet of cargo space with both the second and third rows folded down.
The 2023 Toyota Sienna is not quite as spacious as the Carnival. It has 33.5 cubic feet of cargo space behind its third-row seats, 75.2 cubic feet with those seats folded flat, and 101 cubic feet of room with the second row tipped forward.
Technology
Infotainment System
A good infotainment system can keep your family happier and calmer on vacations. The 2023 Kia Carnival comes standard with an 8-inch touchscreen, but a 12.3-inch screen is available. Bethel, VT drivers will like that the bigger touchscreen also comes with wireless device charging and a navigation system.
The 2023 Toyota Sienna comes with a 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system that has a lot of handy features. However, its graphics look outdated, and it doesn't offer a larger display.
Safety
Advanced Active Safety Features
You'll have peace of mind as you drive around Montpelier, VT in the 2023 Kia Carnival. It comes with 11 standard driver assistance features, including a vehicle exit warning that alerts exiting passengers of vehicles approaching from behind.
The 2023 Toyota Sienna only has eight standard advanced active safety features. Vehicle exit warning is not available in the Sienna.
Price
Despite its wealth of standard amenities, the 2023 Kia Carnival costs less than the 2023 Toyota Sienna. Its starting MSRP is over $3,000 less than the Sienna's base price.
Contact Preston's Kia to Set Up a Test Drive in the 2023 Kia Carnival
The 2023 Kia Carnival is a roomy multipurpose vehicle with tons of gratifying standard features. Contact Preston's Kia to schedule a test drive in the new Carnival today.
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