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| Specification | Kia Carnival | Kia Telluride |
|---|---|---|
| Starting MSRP | About $37,900 | About $39,190 |
| Body style | Minivan (sliding doors) | Three-row SUV |
| Seating | Up to 8 | Up to 8 |
| Base engine | 3.5L V6 (287 hp) | 2.5L turbo (redesigned) |
| Hybrid | Yes (about 242 hp) | Yes (new for the redesign) |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive | FWD standard, AWD available |
| Max towing | Up to 3,500 lbs | Up to 5,000 lbs |
| Powertrain warranty | 10 yr / 100,000 mi | 10 yr / 100,000 mi |
| Specification | Kia Carnival | Kia Telluride |
|---|---|---|
| Starting MSRP | About $37,900 | About $39,190 |
| Body style | Minivan | Three-row SUV |
| All-wheel drive | No (FWD only) | Available |
| Max towing | Up to 3,500 lbs | Up to 5,000 lbs |
Starting MSRP is the manufacturer’s suggested retail price and may or may not include destination charges; it excludes taxes, title, and dealer fees. Contact us for current pricing.
This is the real decision. The Carnival is a minivan: sliding doors, a low step-in height, and easy third-row access make it the better people-mover for car seats and frequent passengers. The Telluride is a three-row SUV with a taller, more rugged stance and available all-wheel drive for all-weather traction and light trails.
Both seat up to eight, but the Carnival offers more usable interior and cargo room and available VIP Lounge second-row seats, thanks to its minivan shape. The Telluride gives up some cargo volume for SUV styling and a higher driving position, and it still holds a family plus gear with ease.
The Telluride tows up to 5,000 pounds and offers available all-wheel drive, while the Carnival tows up to 3,500 pounds and is front-wheel drive only. If you tow a camper or boat, or want all-wheel drive, the Telluride has the edge.
The Carnival starts a bit lower at about $37,900, and both carry the same 10-year / 100,000-mile powertrain warranty. At ALM Kia Perry, a new Carnival or Telluride adds ALM VIP Club benefits and our Included Lifetime Warranty on qualifying new vehicles.
Choose the Telluride for SUV styling, available all-wheel drive, and more towing. Choose the Carnival for sliding-door convenience, the most interior space, and a lower price. Browse our Carnival inventory or contact ALM Kia Perry to compare them side by side.
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