Minivan fits how many people

We expect the American market Kia Carnival to follow the standard minivan layout of seating for seven like the current Kia Sedona. No matter how many passengers the Kia Carnival seats Kia has an informative video that shows you exactly how to comfortably fit everyone.

Source: Kia Worldwide. Home Kia Carnival News. Jan 30, at am ET. The Expedition shares a lot of aluminum with the F truck, but it still tips the scales at over 5, pounds in its Max configuration. But the body-on-frame chassis means it can tow over 9, pounds, despite having only one engine choice, a 3.

With a new speed automatic that also means the Expedition gets up to 24 mpg highway. You can get eight-passenger seating in all trim levels of the stylish new Telluride.

With lb-ft of torque the Telluride can also tow a stout 5, pounds. Yes, the Hyundai Palisade is pretty close to the Kia Telluride, with the same 3.

You can decide which one looks better from the outside cough-Kia-cough. Palisade can switch combustion cycles from Atkinson cycle to Otto cycle as needed for power or efficiency. You can get front- or all-wheel drive, too. So put on the snow tires and fear no winter.

Among the eight-seater crossovers here the Honda Pilot offers a little more under the hood than some of its competitors with a hp, lb-ft 3. With a curb weight of 4, pounds, that power suggests a better-than-average acceleration time in the class.

The fourth-generation Toyota Highlander just debuted a few months ago on a new unibody platform with a bigger profile outside and more room inside. There are drivetrains galore with I4 and V6 engines, as well as a hybrid option available in front- or all-wheel drive. Horsepower is vs. Like large SUVs, minivans use three rows of seating to fit as many seats as possible inside.

The more seats, the more people can come along for the ride. One example: Our tested Kia Sedona came with a handy fold-down mirror near the top of the windshield header, so parents can keep track of the second- and third-row rugrats. Also, Chrysler offers its FamCam, an interior camera that allows front occupants to monitor rear passengers. It has a split display and the ability to zoom in, and provides an angle to see little ones in rear-facing car seats. Some vans also offer a rear-seat reminder system—a feature that parents might find to be a lifesaver.

The system reminds the driver to check the back rows for children when stopping and exiting the van. In the Toyota Sienna , the system is based on the door opening and closing sequence and gives the driver a warning within the instrument cluster. We like this additional step toward ensuring no child is accidentally left in a locked vehicle. Clearly, the automakers know that minivans must sometimes serve as a home on wheels, and they make sure these vans can be outfitted for just about any busy schedule.

Power outlets and USB ports abound. There are cup holders everywhere. All conceivable variations of storage bins, drawers, and cubbies proliferate. Common options include leather upholstery, tri-zone climate control, reclining rear seats, power-operated doors, and rear-seat entertainment systems.

Chrysler offers a similar setup. Other clever options available in various minivans include built-in vacuum cleaners, cooled storage compartments, and an intercom system that allows the driver to speak into a microphone to rear passengers for when wind and road noise intrude.

Engines and Fuel Economy Most minivans come with a V6 engine, which typically produces to almost hp. The Chrysler Pacifica is offered as a plug-in hybrid version. In our tests, it delivered a stellar 27 mpg overall when running as a hybrid.

Chrysler estimates that it can travel 32 miles purely on electric power, making it a potential game-changer when used daily for short commutes or running errands.

The Toyota Sienna comes exclusively as a hybrid, with a combined hp between the electric drive and the 2. We measured 36 mpg overall in our tests, which is quite impressive for a vehicle this large. Ride and Handling Most minivans deliver a reasonably comfortable and quiet ride.

While no minivan sets the world on fire with thrilling driving characteristics, they all handle soundly. Most possess a reasonable level of responsiveness to make them feel safe and not too clumsy. Cargo If not hauling people, minivans excel at moving cargo, easily handling trips to the local hardware and garden store.