Chrysler Pacifica vs Kia Carnival
The Chrysler Pacifica is more fuel-efficient at 30 MPG combined, against 21 MPG for the Kia Carnival. At EPA assumptions that is about $950 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chrysler Pacifica | Kia Carnival | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 44 | 174 |
| Most reported problem | Air bags | Electrical system |
| Crashes and fires | 7 and 0 | 0 and 0 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 23,000 miles | 20,000 miles |
| Recalls | 9 | 1 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 30 MPG | 21 MPG |
| City and highway | 29 and 30 | 18 and 26 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,250 | $3,200 |
| NHTSA overall safety | Not rated |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 44 complaints for the Chrysler Pacifica and 174 for the Kia Carnival. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
Safety recalls on file: 9 for the Chrysler Pacifica, 1 for the Kia Carnival.