Chrysler Voyager vs Kia Carnival
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Kia Carnival
Overview
| Spec | Chrysler VoyagerLX | Kia CarnivalLX |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LX | LX |
| Body style | Minivan | Minivan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 9-speed automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Chrysler VoyagerLX | Kia CarnivalLX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $40,895 | $36,990 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $31,701 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $31,701 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $31,701 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 1 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Chrysler VoyagerLX | Kia CarnivalLX |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 22 MPG (best) | 21 MPG |
| City MPG | 19 MPG (best) | 18 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 28 MPG (best) | 25 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 19 gal | 19 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Chrysler VoyagerLX | Kia CarnivalLX |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 287 hp | 287 hp |
| Torque | 262 lb-ft (best) | 260 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3.6 L (best) | 3.5 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Chrysler VoyagerLX | Kia CarnivalLX |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 140.5 cu ft | 145.1 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 3,600 lbs (best) | 3,500 lbs |
| Curb weight | 4,330 lbs (best) | 4,555 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 5.1 in | 6.8 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 121.6 in | 121.7 in (best) |
| Length | 203.8 in (best) | 203 in |
| Width | 79.6 in (best) | 78.5 in |
| Height | 69.9 in (best) | 68.5 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Chrysler VoyagerLX | Kia CarnivalLX |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
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.
| Trim | Chrysler Voyager | Kia Carnival |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LX $40,895 MSRP(Currently comparing) | LX $36,990 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | LXS $38,990 MSRP |
| 3 | — | LXS $40,990 MSRP |
| 4 | — | EX $41,190 MSRP |
| 5 | — | EX $43,190 MSRP |
| 6 | — | SX $46,090 MSRP |
| 7 | — | SX $48,090 MSRP |
| 8 | — | SX Prestige $51,090 MSRP |
| 9 | — | SX Prestige $53,090 MSRP |
