2022 Kia Carnival 2022 Toyota Sienna Conquest

2022 Kia Carnival vs. 2022 Toyota Sienna

The newest addition to the Kia lineup, the 2022 Kia Carnival has the special designation of a Multi-Purpose Vehicle, or MPV for short. Taking the place of the Sedona, this new take on the Kia minivan is an exciting option for today's mid-Michigan family. Plenty of reliable performance, a spacious interior, and a plethora of standard amenities make the Carnival fitting of its multi-purpose designation. Compared to other minivans on the market today such as the 2022 Toyota Sienna, customers will find plenty of reasons why the Carnival is a preferred option for everyday Michigan cruising. 

Performance

Equipped with a dynamic 3.5L V6 engine under the hood, the 2022 Kia Carnival makes every trip in the MPV a memorable one. All 290 horsepower that the vehicle generates is easily handled by the accompanying eight-speed automatic transmission to help keep acceleration responsive and seamless. Comparatively, the 2022 Sienna has been given the hybrid treatment with its 2.5L four-cylinder engine being supplemented by two electric motors. However, this powertrain lacks the overall gusto of the Carnival. Only reaching 245 combined horsepower, the Sienna does not have the same overall enjoyable driving qualities as the Kia. Both vehicles come equipped with standard FWD maneuverability, with AWD being available on select trims of both vehicles as well. 

Interior Features

Being a vehicle suited for families, the 2022 Kia Carnival gives everyone in the vehicle plenty of amenities to enjoy while on the go. Combined with the cavernous interior room that keeps everyone comfortable with their own personal space, the Carnival is a go-to option for families of all ages. From the eight-inch touchscreen on the dashboard, passengers with compatible devices can use Bluetooth®, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto to connect directly to the multi-purpose vehicle. Those who use Bluetooth® also get to use available Hands-Free technology and Streaming Audio® to further supplement their daily adventures around mid-Michigan. The 2022 Toyota Sienna also comes with the ability to connect compatible smartphones through applications such as Bluetooth®, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto. The Carnival comes with standard HD Radio, while the Sienna comes with standard SiriusXM® radio to bolster their respective media outlets. 

Safety Features

With both the Kia and the Toyota designed to keep families safe while on the road, they come with a large array of standard features designed to work with their drivers. These include Automatic Emergency Braking which uses additional Pedestrian Detection technology to help monitor the road in front of the vehicle and apply appropriate action if the vehicle senses that it needs to intervene. A feature that every 2022 Carnival gets that the 2022 Sienna lacks is the innovative Driver Attention Warning system. Using complex sensing technology, the MPV will issue alerts if it notices a distinct reduction in overall attention being placed on the road by the driver. 

Order a 2022 Kia Carnival Today at Thelen Kia in Bay City, MI

Being the successor to the Kia Sedona, the 2022 Kia Carnival is a unique entry to the competitive minivan market. Owning its unique label as a Multi-Purpose Vehicle, the Carnival is ready to make memories across mid-Michigan. If you are interested in shopping for a new 2022 Carnival, take the time to visit Thelen Kia in Bay City, Michigan. Being a leader for new Kia sales in the Great Lakes Bay Region, we are dedicated to ensuring your time with us is as informative and enjoyable as it can be!