2025 Kia Carnival vs. 2025 Volkswagen ID. Buzz Review

Picture of the 2025 Kia Carnival

2025 Kia
Carnival

MSRP*: $36,800 to $50,900
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Picture of the 2025 Volkswagen ID. Buzz

2025 Volkswagen
ID. Buzz

MSRP*: $59,995 to $69,995
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MPG - City 18 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 26 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 7 - 8 seats 6 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 145.1 ft3 Info not available
Engine
  • 287-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 282-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 335-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 287 hp 282 - 335 hp
Exterior Length 203.0 in 195.0 in
Exterior Width 78.5 in 78.0 in
Leg Room Front 41.1 in
Rear 40.5 in
Front 37.5 in
Rear 39.9 in
Head Room Front 39.7 - 40.9 in
Rear 37.6 - 39.5 in
Front 40.6 - 42.0 in
Rear 41.0 - 42.3 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Volkswagen ID. Buzz than in the Kia Carnival, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Kia Carnival will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Volkswagen ID. Buzz.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Clearly, the Kia Carnival is a better financial choice over the Volkswagen ID. Buzz, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
The Kia Carnival is about the same width as the Volkswagen ID. Buzz. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Kia Carnival, which is slightly longer than the Volkswagen ID. Buzz.

Handling
The Kia Carnival has the same turning radius as the Volkswagen ID. Buzz, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Kia Carnival and the Volkswagen ID. Buzz.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Kia Carnival does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Volkswagen ID. Buzz.

Utility
The Kia Carnival offers greater seating capacity than the Volkswagen ID. Buzz, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.