Honda Odyssey vs Kia Carnival Hybrid
The Kia Carnival Hybrid is more fuel-efficient at 33 MPG combined, against 22 MPG for the Honda Odyssey. At EPA assumptions that is about $1,000 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Honda Odyssey | Kia Carnival Hybrid | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 725 | 126 |
| Most reported problem | Engine | Cruise control |
| Crashes and fires | 5 and 0 | 6 and 2 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 16,000 miles | 3,000 miles |
| Recalls | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 22 MPG | 33 MPG |
| City and highway | 19 and 28 | 34 and 31 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,050 | $2,050 |
| NHTSA overall safety | Not rated |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 725 complaints for the Honda Odyssey and 126 for the Kia Carnival Hybrid. 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, 0 for the Kia Carnival Hybrid.