Hyundai Staria v Kia Carnival: Flagship people-mover specs compared
Maybe you don't want to follow the SUV crowd and love the idea of a people-mover. Korea's two main car brands have related offerings that look very different.
2026 Kia Carnival vs 2026 Hyundai Staria Comparison
Kia Carnival
Hyundai Staria
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2026 Kia
Carnival
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2026 Hyundai
Staria
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Long distance driving
Driving the family
WorkFuel Efficiency
72L
353 to 691 km
75L
615 to 788 km
ANCAP Safety Rating
Warranty
7 year
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5 year
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MSRP
$50,570 - $76,630
$49,500 - $67,500
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CarExpert's Take
William Stopford
News Editor
William Stopford drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Spacious, versatile interior
- Comfortable ride
- Looks pretty damn good for a people mover
Misses
- Unsupportive front seats
- Servicing is a bit pricey
- Some intrusive safety aids
Max Davies
Marketplace Journalist
Max Davies drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Strong dynamics
- Workable, customisable
- High-quality interior
Misses
- No barn door option
- Bouncy ride
- Not the most palatable design
Colours Available
In a final people mover-like touch, you can buy the Staria Load Premium in more than just plain white and black. Graphite Grey and Shimmering Silver metallic and Moonlight Blue mica finishes are available.
The van and Crew Van are available only in Creamy White solid or Abyss Black mica finishes.
The Premium is additionally available in Graphite Grey and Shimmering Silver metallic and Moonlight Blue mica finishes. These finishes cost an extra $695.
All models have a black cloth interior.
Comparison
Reviews
Excellent
2025 Kia Carnival GT-Line Diesel review
The Kia Carnival is the best-selling and, frankly, the best people mover on the market. But is the GT-Line diesel the best option?
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William Stopford
Very Good
2025 Hyundai Staria Load Premium review
Hyundai's van isn't the conventional choice, but there's plenty to like if you don't want to follow the road to Toyota or Ford.
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Max Davies
Ready To Buy
Specs
| Type | ||
| TURBO | TURBO | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1598 - 3470 | 2199 - 3470 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 1.6L, 2.2L, 3.5L | 2.2L, 3.5L | |
| Cylinders | ||
| 4, 6 | 4, 6 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 - 24 | 16 - 24 | |
| Power | ||
| 148kW - 216kW | 130kW - 200kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 3800 - 6400 | 3800 - 6400 | |
| Torque | ||
| 355Nm - 440Nm | 331Nm - 430Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1500 - 5000 | 1500 - 5000 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| - | - | |
