| Specification | Kia Carnival | Cadillac Escalade |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Kia | Cadillac |
| Model | Carnival | Escalade |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Type | — | — |
| Body Style | Minivan | SUV |
| Specification | Kia Carnival | Cadillac Escalade |
|---|---|---|
| Current Price | $51,490 | $123,295 |
| MSRP | $51,490 | $123,295 |
| Dealer Price | $50,200 | $121,000 |
| Specification | Kia Carnival | Cadillac Escalade |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3.5L DOHC 24-Valve V6 GDI | 6.2L V8 with Dynamic Fuel Management & VVT |
| Horsepower | 287 hp @ 6,400 rpm | 420 hp @ 5,600 rpm |
| Torque | 260 lb-ft @ 5,000 rpm | 460 lb-ft @ 4,100 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 7.0 sec (0-60 mph) | 5.9 sec (0-60 mph) |
| Top Speed | 118 mph | 118 mph |
| Specification | Kia Carnival | Cadillac Escalade |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel Type | Regular Unleaded Gasoline | Premium Unleaded Gasoline |
| Mileage / MPG | 21 MPG Combined (18 City / 25 Hwy) | 16 MPG Combined (14 City / 18 Hwy) |
| Range (EV) | N/A | N/A |
| Emissions | Super Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (SULEV30) | Super Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (SULEV30) |
| Battery | 12V starter battery | 12V heavy-duty maintenance-free battery |
| Charging | N/A | N/A |
| Specification | Kia Carnival | Cadillac Escalade |
|---|---|---|
| Expert Rating | 4.8/10 | 4.9/10 |
| Community Reviews | 1100 | 1520 |
| Performance Score | 8.4 | 9.3 |
| Comfort Score | 9.7 | 9.9 |
| Safety Score | Top Safety Pick+ | Top Safety Pick+ |
| Fuel Economy Score | 7.9 | 7.0 |
| Technology Score | 9.6 | 9.9 |
| Value Score | 9.4 | 9.0 |
| Specification | Kia Carnival | Cadillac Escalade |
|---|---|---|
| Pros | High-end luxury cabin with real leather, Bose audio, and dual sunroofs; Dual 12.3-inch panoramic curved displays with He... | Showstopping pillar-to-pillar 55-inch curved HD display across the entire dashboard; Unmatched ride quality via Air Ride... |
| Cons | All-Wheel Drive (AWD) is not available in the Carnival lineup; 21 MPG combined fuel economy trails hybrid-only minivan c... | 16 MPG combined fuel economy requires premium gasoline; High price tag exceeding $123,000 MSRP; Large body footprint req... |