Model Year | 2012 | 2022 | |
Model | Toyota Avalon | Kia Carnival | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 200 kW@6200 336 Nm@4700 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 216 kW@6400 355 Nm@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,819 mm | 3,091 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 5,019 mm | 5,156 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,849 mm | 1,994 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,486 mm | 1,740 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,620 kg | 1,985 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 72 L | -2 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 988 mm | 1,039 mm | 987 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,509 mm | 1,631 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,417 mm | 1,519 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,044 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 953 mm | 1,003 mm | 952 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,478 mm | 1,605 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,427 mm | 1,687 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,039 mm | 1,029 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 980 mm | -980 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,511 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,280 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 904 mm | -904 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,088 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,977 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 408 L | 1,138 L | 407 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.4 | 2,461 L | 12.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.4 | 4,109 L | 10.4 |
2012 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Compounding the Avalon's lack of suspension compliance, its seats are also firm, yet lacking in lateral support. You very much sit on them rather than in them. On a long drive my rear end reported impinged circulation. The front passenger is even worse off, as the tilt of that seat can be adjusted only in the Limited. Rear seat passengers also complained about overly firm, insufficiently contoured cushions. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2012 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Heated seats are wonderful in winter. Dual zone heater/air conditioner a plus for driver/passenger comfort. Back-up camera is handy for checking what the mirrors don't pick up. Quiet, smooth engine/transmission. Comfortable seats are easily adjustable. Easy access and good leg-room in rear seats. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Heated seats are wonderful in winter. Dual zone heater/air conditioner a plus for driver/passenger comfort. Back-up camera is handy for checking what the mirrors don't pick up. Quiet, smooth engine/transmission. Comfortable seats are easily adjustable. Easy access and good leg-room in rear seats. see full Toyota Avalon review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2022 Kia Carnival.