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Kia Carnival vs Toyota Sienna

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

Vehicles

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2027 Kia Carnival

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2026 Toyota Sienna

Overview

SpecKia CarnivalLXToyota SiennaLE 8-Passenger
Selected trimLXLE 8-Passenger
Body styleMinivanMinivan
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission8-speed shiftable automaticcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typegashybrid
Model year20272026

Pricing & market

SpecKia CarnivalLXToyota SiennaLE 8-Passenger
MSRP$37,490 (best)$40,120
Lowest listing price$21,221$15,163 (best)
Median listing price$42,889 (best)$48,881
Highest listing price$56,615 (best)$64,197
For sale now481 (best)65

Fuel economy & range

SpecKia CarnivalLXToyota SiennaLE 8-Passenger
Combined MPG21 MPG36 MPG (best)
City MPG18 MPG36 MPG (best)
Highway MPG26 MPG36 MPG (best)
Fuel tank19 gal (best)18 gal

Performance

SpecKia CarnivalLXToyota SiennaLE 8-Passenger
Horsepower287 hp (best)245 hp
Torque260 lb-ft (best)
Engine size3.5 L (best)2.5 L
CylindersV6I4

Size & capability

SpecKia CarnivalLXToyota SiennaLE 8-Passenger
Seating7 seats8 seats (best)
Doors44
Cargo volume145.1 cu ft (best)101 cu ft
Towing capacity3,500 lbs3,500 lbs
Curb weight4,555 lbs (best)4,610 lbs
Ground clearance6.8 in (best)6.4 in
Wheelbase121.7 in (best)120.5 in
Length203 in203.7 in (best)
Width78.5 in78.5 in
Height68.5 in68.5 in

Safety & recalls

SpecKia CarnivalLXToyota SiennaLE 8-Passenger
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)3 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 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)None reportedNone 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.

TrimKia CarnivalToyota Sienna
1

LX

$37,490 MSRP(Currently comparing)

LE 8-Passenger

$40,120 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

LXS

$39,490 MSRP

LE 8-Passenger

$42,120 MSRP

3

LXS

$41,490 MSRP

XLE 7-Passenger

$44,820 MSRP

4

EX

$41,690 MSRP

XLE 7-Passenger

$46,820 MSRP

5

EX

$43,690 MSRP

XLE 8-Passenger

$44,820 MSRP

6

SX

$46,590 MSRP

XSE 7-Passenger

$48,045 MSRP

7

SX

$48,590 MSRP

XSE 7-Passenger

$48,935 MSRP

8

SX Prestige

$51,590 MSRP

Limited 7-Passenger

$50,805 MSRP

9

SX Prestige

$53,590 MSRP

Limited 7-Passenger

$52,805 MSRP

10

XLE Woodland Edition

$50,900 MSRP

11

Platinum 7-Passenger

$57,510 MSRP

Live inventory

Kia Carnival vs Toyota Sienna FAQ

Which is better: 2027 Kia Carnival or 2026 Toyota Sienna?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Kia Carnival vs 2026 Toyota Sienna on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2027 Kia Carnival or 2026 Toyota Sienna?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Kia Carnival starts lower at $37,490. Live Kia Carnival listings start at $21,221. Live Toyota Sienna listings start at $15,163.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Kia Carnival or 2026 Toyota Sienna?
The 2027 Kia Carnival leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (37,490).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Kia Carnival or 2026 Toyota Sienna?
The 2026 Toyota Sienna leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (36).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 Kia Carnival or 2026 Toyota Sienna?
The 2027 Kia Carnival leads on horsepower in this comparison (287).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2027 Kia Carnival vs 2026 Toyota Sienna?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Toyota Sienna (5/5 NHTSA overall).