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Chrysler Pacifica vs Kia Carnival

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2027 Chrysler Pacifica

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2027 Kia Carnival

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Overview

SpecChrysler PacificaLXKia CarnivalLX
Selected trimLXLX
Body styleMinivanMinivan
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission9-speed shiftable automatic8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20272027

Pricing & market

SpecChrysler PacificaLXKia CarnivalLX
MSRP$41,495$37,490 (best)
Lowest listing price$17,902 (best)—
Median listing price$38,475 (best)—
Highest listing price$52,875 (best)—
For sale now29 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecChrysler PacificaLXKia CarnivalLX
Combined MPG22 MPG (best)21 MPG
City MPG19 MPG (best)18 MPG
Highway MPG28 MPG (best)26 MPG
Fuel tank19 gal19 gal

Performance

SpecChrysler PacificaLXKia CarnivalLX
Horsepower287 hp287 hp
Torque262 lb-ft (best)260 lb-ft
Engine size3.6 L (best)3.5 L
CylindersV6V6

Size & capability

SpecChrysler PacificaLXKia CarnivalLX
Seating7 seats7 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume140.5 cu ft145.1 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity3,600 lbs (best)3,500 lbs
Curb weight4,521 lbs (best)4,555 lbs
Ground clearance5.1 in6.8 in (best)
Wheelbase121.6 in121.7 in (best)
Length204.3 in (best)203 in
Width79.6 in (best)78.5 in
Height69.9 in (best)68.5 in

Safety & recalls

SpecChrysler PacificaLXKia CarnivalLX
Open recalls (YMM scope)1None reported (best)

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimChrysler PacificaKia Carnival
1

LX

$41,495 MSRP(Currently comparing)

LX

$37,490 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Select

$43,545 MSRP

LXS

$39,490 MSRP

3

Select

$46,540 MSRP

LXS

$41,490 MSRP

4

Limited

$47,995 MSRP

EX

$41,690 MSRP

5

Limited

$50,990 MSRP

EX

$43,690 MSRP

6

Pinnacle

$54,910 MSRP

SX

$46,590 MSRP

7

Pinnacle

$57,905 MSRP

SX

$48,590 MSRP

8—

SX Prestige

$51,590 MSRP

9—

SX Prestige

$53,590 MSRP

Live inventory

Chrysler Pacifica29 for sale

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Chrysler Pacifica vs Kia Carnival FAQ

Which is better: 2027 Chrysler Pacifica or 2027 Kia Carnival?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Chrysler Pacifica vs 2027 Kia Carnival on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2027 Chrysler Pacifica or 2027 Kia Carnival?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Kia Carnival starts lower at $37,490. Live Chrysler Pacifica listings start at $17,902.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Chrysler Pacifica or 2027 Kia Carnival?
The 2027 Kia Carnival leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (37,490).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Chrysler Pacifica or 2027 Kia Carnival?
The 2027 Kia Carnival leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (33).
Which has better seats: 2027 Chrysler Pacifica or 2027 Kia Carnival?
The 2027 Kia Carnival leads on seats in this comparison (8).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Chrysler Pacifica or 2027 Kia Carnival?
The 2027 Chrysler Pacifica leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,600).