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Honda Odyssey vs Kia Carnival

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

Vehicles

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2026 Honda Odyssey

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2027 Kia Carnival

Overview

SpecHonda OdysseyEX-LKia CarnivalLX
Selected trimEX-LLX
Body styleMinivanMinivan
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission10-speed shiftable automatic8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20262027

Pricing & market

SpecHonda OdysseyEX-LKia CarnivalLX
MSRP$42,795$37,490 (best)
Lowest listing price$6,300 (best)$21,221
Median listing price$43,715$42,915 (best)
Highest listing price$54,743 (best)$56,615
For sale now211485 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecHonda OdysseyEX-LKia CarnivalLX
Combined MPG22 MPG (best)21 MPG
City MPG19 MPG (best)18 MPG
Highway MPG28 MPG (best)26 MPG
Fuel tank19.5 gal (best)19 gal

Performance

SpecHonda OdysseyEX-LKia CarnivalLX
Horsepower280 hp287 hp (best)
Torque262 lb-ft (best)260 lb-ft
Engine size3.5 L3.5 L
CylindersV6V6

Size & capability

SpecHonda OdysseyEX-LKia CarnivalLX
Seating8 seats (best)7 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume140.7 cu ft145.1 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity3,500 lbs3,500 lbs
Curb weight4,526 lbs (best)4,555 lbs
Ground clearance6.8 in (best)
Wheelbase118.1 in121.7 in (best)
Length205.2 in (best)203 in
Width78.5 in78.5 in
Height69.6 in (best)68.5 in

Safety & recalls

SpecHonda OdysseyEX-LKia CarnivalLX
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)2None 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.

TrimHonda OdysseyKia Carnival
1

EX-L

$42,795 MSRP(Currently comparing)

LX

$37,490 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Sport-L

$43,895 MSRP

LXS

$39,490 MSRP

3

Touring

$47,495 MSRP

LXS

$41,490 MSRP

4

Elite

$51,695 MSRP

EX

$41,690 MSRP

5

EX

$43,690 MSRP

6

SX

$46,590 MSRP

7

SX

$48,590 MSRP

8

SX Prestige

$51,590 MSRP

9

SX Prestige

$53,590 MSRP

Live inventory

Honda Odyssey vs Kia Carnival FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Honda Odyssey or 2027 Kia Carnival?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Honda Odyssey 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: 2026 Honda Odyssey or 2027 Kia Carnival?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Kia Carnival starts lower at $37,490. Live Honda Odyssey listings start at $6,300. Live Kia Carnival listings start at $21,221.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Honda Odyssey or 2027 Kia Carnival?
The 2027 Kia Carnival leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (37,490).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Honda Odyssey or 2027 Kia Carnival?
The 2027 Kia Carnival leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (33).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Honda Odyssey or 2027 Kia Carnival?
The 2027 Kia Carnival leads on horsepower in this comparison (287).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Honda Odyssey vs 2027 Kia Carnival?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Honda Odyssey (5/5 NHTSA overall).