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2023 Kia Carnival and 2012 Kia Sorento Specifications
| Model Year | 2023 | 2012 | |
| Model | Kia Carnival | Kia Sorento | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 216 kW@6400 355 Nm@5000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 206 kW@6300 336 Nm@5000 |
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| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 3,091 mm | 2,700 mm | 1 mm |
| Length | 5,156 mm | 4,671 mm | 1 mm |
| Width | 1,994 mm | 1,885 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,740 mm | 1,709 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,985 kg | 1,715 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 72 L | 75 L | -3 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,039 mm | 996 mm | -995 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,631 mm | 1,506 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,519 mm | 1,430 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,044 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 1,003 mm | 996 mm | -995 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,605 mm | 1,491 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,687 mm | 1,420 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 1,029 mm | 955 mm | -954 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 980 mm | 932 mm | 48 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,511 mm | 1,367 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,280 mm | 1,128 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 904 mm | 795 mm | 109 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,977 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,799 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 1,138 L | 258 L | -257 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 2,461 L | 1,048 L | 1 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 4,109 L | 2,053 L | 2 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2023 Kia Carnival
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Kia Carnival.
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Kia Sorento
| 2012 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very comfortable seats up front with tons of leg room. see full Kia Sorento review |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The Kia Sorento had very good seating positions in the front for a very tall person, I'm almost 6'5" and was able to fit with the sunroof / panaramic roof. You get a feeling of control and confidence. You do loose about 1" or so with the see full Kia Sorento review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The third seat was a major factor in our decision process. see full Kia Sorento review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Need 7 passenger seating and the Sorento has delivered. Used 3rd row quite a few times with children AND adults. No complaints, although 3rd ride was usually no more than one hour. see full Kia Sorento review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good size second row seat. Plenty of room for adults and can fit three child car seats. see full Kia Sorento review |
| 2012 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Needs an adjustable second row and a little more cargo room when the third row seat is up. see full Kia Sorento review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
3rd row is tiny, and you are forced to get it, if you want the V-6 see full Kia Sorento review |
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