Kia Carnival vs Ram ProMaster City
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2022 Ram ProMaster City
Overview
| Spec | Kia CarnivalLX | Ram ProMaster CityCargo |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LX | Cargo |
| Body style | Minivan | Minivan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2022 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Kia CarnivalLX | Ram ProMaster CityCargo |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $36,990 | $30,475 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Kia CarnivalLX | Ram ProMaster CityCargo |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 21 MPG | 24 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 18 MPG | 21 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 25 MPG | 28 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 19 gal (best) | 16.1 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Kia CarnivalLX | Ram ProMaster CityCargo |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 287 hp (best) | 178 hp |
| Torque | 260 lb-ft (best) | 174 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3.5 L (best) | 2.4 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Kia CarnivalLX | Ram ProMaster CityCargo |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 7 seats (best) | 2 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 5 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 145.1 cu ft (best) | 131.7 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 3,500 lbs (best) | 1,914 lbs |
| Payload | — | 1,760 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,555 lbs | 3,509 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 6.8 in (best) | 5.2 in |
| Wheelbase | 121.7 in | 122.4 in (best) |
| Length | 203 in (best) | 187.5 in |
| Width | 78.5 in (best) | 72.1 in |
| Height | 68.5 in | 74 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Kia CarnivalLX | Ram ProMaster CityCargo |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| 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 | Kia Carnival | Ram ProMaster City |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LX $36,990 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Cargo $30,475 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | LXS $38,990 MSRP | Wagon $30,970 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 | — |