Honda Odyssey vs Kia Carnival
The Honda Odyssey is more fuel-efficient at 22 MPG combined, against 21 MPG for the Kia Carnival. At EPA assumptions that is about $150 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Honda Odyssey | Kia Carnival | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 725 | 174 |
| Most reported problem | Engine | Electrical system |
| Crashes and fires | 5 and 0 | 0 and 0 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 16,000 miles | 20,000 miles |
| Recalls | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 22 MPG | 21 MPG |
| City and highway | 19 and 28 | 18 and 26 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,050 | $3,200 |
| NHTSA overall safety | Not rated |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 725 complaints for the Honda Odyssey 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: 2 for the Honda Odyssey, 1 for the Kia Carnival.