Complete configuration comparison

2026 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2027 Kia Carnival

TrueCar says the Kia Carnival has the price edge, $4,355 below the Chrysler Voyager's $43,390, while the Voyager gets better gas mileage at 19 city/28 highway mpg against the Carnival's 18 city/26 highway. iSeeCars' spec-and-ratings comparison rates the Kia Carnival a better car than the Chrysler Voyager overall. Choose the Carnival for the lower price and iSeeCars' overall pick; choose the Voyager for slightly better fuel economy and its 9-speed transmission's smoother highway cruising.

Which to choose, and why

TrueCar says the Kia Carnival has the price edge, $4,355 below the Chrysler Voyager's $43,390, while the Voyager gets better gas mileage at 19 city/28 highway mpg against the Carnival's 18 city/26 highway. iSeeCars' spec-and-ratings comparison rates the Kia Carnival a better car than the Chrysler Voyager overall. Choose the Carnival for the lower price and iSeeCars' overall pick; choose the Voyager for slightly better fuel economy and its 9-speed transmission's smoother highway cruising.

Price and fuel economy

TrueCar (opens in a new tab) says if starting price matters most, the Kia Carnival has the edge, with a $39,035 MSRP against $43,390 for the Chrysler Voyager, a difference of $4,355, and that the Voyager gets better gas mileage, 19 city and 28 highway mpg, against 18 city and 26 highway for the Carnival.

Overall rating and transmission

iSeeCars (opens in a new tab) says based on its comparison of specifications and ratings, the Kia Carnival is a better car than the Chrysler Voyager. Car Chomper (opens in a new tab) notes the Voyager uses a 9-speed automatic transmission, generally aiming for smoother shifts and potentially better highway cruising at low RPMs, while the Carnival uses an 8-speed shiftable automatic.

Questions buyers ask

Which is cheaper, the Chrysler Voyager or the Kia Carnival?

TrueCar (opens in a new tab) says the Kia Carnival, at $39,035 against $43,390 for the Voyager, a $4,355 difference.

Which is rated the better minivan, the Voyager or the Carnival?

iSeeCars (opens in a new tab) rates the Kia Carnival a better car than the Chrysler Voyager based on its specification and ratings comparison.

Side-by-side matrix

The published fields that can change the decision.

Chrysler Voyager: 1 records · Kia Carnival: 2 records.
Decision fieldChrysler VoyagerKia Carnival
Exact EPA records12
Model / option labels12
Drive layoutsFront-Wheel DriveFront-Wheel Drive
Engines / propulsion3.6L 6-cyl1.6L 4-cyl SIDI; Hybrid, 3.5L 6-cyl SIDI & PFI
TransmissionsAutomatic 9-spdAutomatic (AM-S6), Automatic (S8)
Fuel typesRegularRegular
EPA classesMinivan - 2WDMinivan - 2WD
Combined efficiency22 MPG/MPGe21–33 MPG/MPGe
Electric rangeNot listedNot listed
Annual fuel / energy estimate$2950 per year$1950–3100 per year

Head to head

Chrysler Voyager vs. Kia Carnival: size, power, capability and price.

MeasureChrysler VoyagerKia Carnival
Starting price (KBB base)$43,390$39,035
Top trim price (KBB base)$43,390$53,135
Horsepower287 hp287 hp
Torque262 lb-ft260 lb-ft
Curb weight4,521 lb4,555-4,810 lb
Length203.8 in203 in
Wheelbase121.6 in121.7 in
Cargo volume140.5 cu ft145.1 cu ft
Towing capacityn/a3,500 lb
Seating7 seats7-8 seats
Basic warranty3 years5 years

Figures are ranges across each model’s trims from Kelley Blue Book records (2026 and 2027 model years); prices are KBB base prices.

Background on each vehicle

What public sources say about the Chrysler Voyager and the Kia Carnival.

2026 Chrysler Voyager

The Chrysler Voyager (and the long-wheelbase Chrysler Grand Voyager) is a minivan produced by the Chrysler division of Stellantis. In the current lineup, it is positioned as the lower-end Chrysler minivan, having replaced the Dodge Grand Caravan in 2020, below the Chrysler Pacifica. The Chrysler Voyager was introduced in Europe in 1988, and was a rebadged version of the Dodge Caravan in the United States.

Source: Chrysler Voyager (Wikipedia)

NHTSA rated the 2025 Chrysler Voyager overall 5 of 5 stars, front crash 5 of 5 stars, side crash 5 of 5 stars, rollover 4 of 5 stars.

Recent recalls (10 campaigns across the latest model years)

  • September 2026, Electronic Stability Control (Esc). Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Chrysler Voyager, Chrysler Pacifica, and 2026 Chrysler Voyager Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. The brake pedal position sensor capacitor may be cracked, which can cause a loss of electronic stability control. As such, these… Consequence: A loss of electronic stability control increases the risk of a crash.
  • August 2026, Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Gladiator, Jeep Compass, Jeep Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, Jeep Grand Wagoneer L, Ram Promaster, Ram Promaster EV, Ram 1500, Ram 2500, Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In… Consequence: A rearview camera image that fails to display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
  • June 2026, Air Bags:Frontal. Braun Corporation (Braun) is recalling certain 2023-2026 Chrysler Pacifica and Voyager vehicles. The spring inside the front seat harness connector may contact electrical terminals. Consequence: The unintended connection may prevent the air bags from deploying, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

Owners filed 1 complaints with NHTSA for the 2024 Chrysler Voyager, most often about air bags (1).

2027 Kia Carnival

The Kia Carnival is a minivan manufactured by the South Korean automaker Kia since 1998, formerly marketed as the Kia Sedona in North America and several other markets. The first-generation Carnival was introduced in January 1998, and was marketed in a single, short- wheelbase version. Second-generation models were marketed in short and long wheelbase variants.

Powertrain
Safety In the United States, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) rates the Carnival Good in the small overlap front test (2022~2026 models), Marginal in the updated moderate overlap front test (2023~2026 models). Beginning with 2025 models, structural reinforcements were added to the B-pillar, front and rear doors and rear seat rails.
Awards
The American configuration of the Hyundai Entourage earned a five-star safety rating–the highest honor the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration bestows–for all seating positions in frontal and side-impact crashes. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) rates the Entourage "Good"–its highest rating – in front, side and rear impacts.

Source: Kia Carnival (Wikipedia)

Reception. The Kia Sedona (Carnival) has received the 2007 MotorWeek "Best Minivan" award in its 2007 Drivers' Choice Awards and The Car Book's 2007 "Best Bet" distinction. Overall, Kia models improved 22% in J.D. Power and Associates 2006 Initial Quality Study (IQS), and improved twice as much as any competitor in the last 3 years.

Trim levels. The (base) GLS model features 16-inch wheels, removable second-row captain's chairs, 60/40 split-folding third-row fold-in-floor seat, a six-way manual-adjustable driver seat, tri-zone air-conditioning, six-speaker CD stereo, cruise control, power windows and door locks and keyless entry.

Recent recalls (2 campaigns across the latest model years)

  • April 2026, Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings. Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Carnival vehicles. Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the fuel pipe and fuel rail. Consequence: A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
  • January 2026, Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/Panel. Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 Kia K4, 2025-2026 Sorento, Sorento Hybrid, Sorento Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV), 2026 Sportage, Sportage Hybrid, Sportage PHEV, K5, EV9, Carnival, and Carnival Hybrid vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may… Consequence: An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer, tire pressure, or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.

Owners filed 124 complaints with NHTSA for the 2025 Kia Carnival, most often about electrical system (82), unknown or other (19), engine (15).

Open both dossiers

Resolve the exact engine, drive and EPA ID.

Comparison answer desk

12 answers for this exact pairing.

Q01Which is more efficient: the 2026 Chrysler Voyager or the 2027 Kia Carnival?
Efficiency

The 2027 Kia Carnival lists the higher combined-efficiency midpoint in this snapshot (27 vs. the 2026 Chrysler Voyager's 22 MPG/MPGe).

Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q02How large is the efficiency gap between the 2026 Chrysler Voyager and the 2027 Kia Carnival?
Efficiency

5 combined MPG/MPGe separates the 2026 Chrysler Voyager from the 2027 Kia Carnival at the midpoint, a relative difference of 22.7%.

Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q03Do the 2026 Chrysler Voyager and 2027 Kia Carnival share any drive layout?
Drivetrain

Yes. The 2026 Chrysler Voyager and the 2027 Kia Carnival both list Front-Wheel Drive among their current drive designations.

Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q04Do the 2026 Chrysler Voyager and 2027 Kia Carnival share an engine or propulsion description?
Powertrain

No. Their current engine or propulsion descriptions do not overlap. The 2026 Chrysler Voyager lists 3.6L 6-cyl. The 2027 Kia Carnival lists 1.6L 4-cyl SIDI; Hybrid, 3.5L 6-cyl SIDI & PFI.

Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q05Do the 2026 Chrysler Voyager and 2027 Kia Carnival share a transmission type?
Powertrain

No shared transmission description between the 2026 Chrysler Voyager and the 2027 Kia Carnival in this snapshot. 2026 Chrysler Voyager: Automatic 9-spd. 2027 Kia Carnival: Automatic (AM-S6), Automatic (S8).

Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q06Do the 2026 Chrysler Voyager and 2027 Kia Carnival run on the same fuel type?
Fuel

Yes, entirely: the 2026 Chrysler Voyager and the 2027 Kia Carnival both run on Regular and nothing else in this snapshot.

Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q07Do the 2026 Chrysler Voyager and 2027 Kia Carnival use comparable propulsion technology?
Electrification

Yes, at least partly: the 2026 Chrysler Voyager and the 2027 Kia Carnival are both categorized under Conventional in this snapshot.

Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q08Which is cheaper to run: the 2026 Chrysler Voyager or the 2027 Kia Carnival?
Ownership cost

The 2027 Kia Carnival lists the lower annual-cost estimate midpoint than the 2026 Chrysler Voyager ($2,525 vs. $2,950).

Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q09What is the annual running-cost gap between the 2026 Chrysler Voyager and the 2027 Kia Carnival?
Ownership cost

$425 per year separates the 2026 Chrysler Voyager from the 2027 Kia Carnival at the midpoint under EPA's standardized assumptions.

Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q10Which lineup has more internal efficiency variation: the 2026 Chrysler Voyager or the 2027 Kia Carnival?
Fuel economy

The 2027 Kia Carnival spans a wider combined-MPG range across its own current configurations than the 2026 Chrysler Voyager does (12 points vs. 0).

Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q11Are the 2026 Chrysler Voyager and the 2027 Kia Carnival in the same EPA size class?
Dimensions

Yes: both the 2026 Chrysler Voyager and the 2027 Kia Carnival are certified only as Minivan - 2WD, so their efficiency figures are compared inside the same class boundary EPA uses.

Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q12Which offers more certified configurations, the 2026 Chrysler Voyager or the 2027 Kia Carnival?
Choosing a configuration

The 2027 Kia Carnival, with 2 certification records against the 2026 Chrysler Voyager's 1.

Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table

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