2023 Kia CarnivalFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

Gasoline Minivan - 2WDFront-Wheel Drive
2023 Kia Carnival

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City
19
MPG
Highway
26
MPG
Combined
22
MPG

Trim Comparison

Automatic (S8)
Regular
City
19
Hwy
26
Comb
22
Fuel cost: $3,050/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$3,050

Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year

5-Year Fuel Savings
$-3,250

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: 5/10
GHG Score: 5/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
408 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
13.5 barrels

Specifications

Engine
3.5L 6-cyl
Transmission
8-speed Automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
Body Style
Minivan/Van
GVWR
Class 2 (6,001–8,500 lbs)

Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.

Engine & Efficiency Details

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Engine Size
3.5L, 6-cylinder
Induction Type
Direct Injection
Fuel Type
Regular Gasoline

NHTSA Safety Ratings

Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov)

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning: Standard & OptionalLane Departure Warning: Standard
44
Owner Complaints
4
Recalls
0
Investigations

Recall History4

Source: NHTSA

Owner-Reported Problems44 complaints

Source: NHTSA

NHTSA has received 44 owner complaints for the 2023 Kia Carnival. Top reported issues include structure, electrical system and engine. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.

Problems by System / Component

Structure
11
Electrical System
6
Engine
4
Advanced Safety (ADAS)
3
Steering
2
Seat Belts
2
Locks & Latches
2
Fuel System
2

2023 Kia Carnival problems by category: Structure: 11 complaints, Electrical System: 6 complaints, Engine: 4 complaints, Advanced Safety (ADAS): 3 complaints, Steering: 2 complaints, Seat Belts: 2 complaints, Locks & Latches: 2 complaints, Fuel System: 2 complaints.

1
Crashes Reported
0
Fires Reported
9
Injuries Reported

Sample Owner Complaints

Electrical SystemFiled: 07/28/2023ODI#11535166
Purchased in Aug 2022 brand new I express concern very early on that the back door would reopen after starting the car I express concern about shifting/breaking being automatic/ice light coming on whe…
Electrical SystemFiled: 06/13/2023ODI#11526804
Unknown. My vehicle has cut off in the middle of traffic several times. Another incident was when my vehicle was shaking uncontrollably and couldn't go over 40. The check engine light never comes on…
StructureFiled: 01/12/20231 InjuryODI#11501451
The door closing automation applies excessive force before the safety function engages to re-open. This poses a high risk to children and small adults with narrow limbs and/or the fingers of any aged…

Complaint data is sourced from the NHTSA Complaints Database. Reports are filed by vehicle owners and may not reflect confirmed defects. Last updated via NHTSA API.

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