2025 Kia Carnival vs. Honda Odyssey

Families in the Miami area who need a vehicle with plenty of room, a powerful engine, and the comforts of home love the 2025 Kia Carnival and 2025 Honda Odyssey. Both of these models offer all Kendall crews need for safe, upscale drives — whether that’s the daily commute or weekend adventures — but which is better for your needs?

In this comparison, the team at South Dade Kia of Miami compares the new Kia Carnival vs. Honda Odyssey to help you make an informed decision on your next family vehicle. Keep reading below, then contact us to schedule your test drive in Miami!

2025 Kia Carnival vs. Honda Odyssey: Engines and Power

Regardless of whether you choose the Kia Carnival or Honda Odyssey, you’ll enjoy plenty of get-up-and-go on every journey. While these models share a similar engine and specs, the Kia noses ahead on horsepower:

2025 Kia Carnival

• Engine: 3.5L V6 w/ DOHC & Dual CVVT
• Horsepower: 287 hp
• Torque: 260 lb-ft
• Transmission: 8-speed automatic

2025 Honda Odyssey

• Engine: 3.5L V6
• Horsepower: 280 hp
• Torque: 262 lb-ft
• Transmission: 10-speed automatic

If you’re curious about towing capacity, both vehicles can handle hauls of up to 3,500 pounds!

2025 Honda Odyssey vs. Kia Carnival: Tech Features

In today’s connected world, you need a car that can keep up with it all. While either vehicle will keep you connected, the Carnival has a few features you just won’t find on the competition:

2025 Kia Carnival

• 12.3-inch touchscreen display w/ navigation
• Over-the-Air system updates
• Wireless smartphone connectivity
• Remote Start
• Kia Connect
• Pre-Cooling & Heating through Kia Access App
• Six USB charging ports in every row
• Wi-Fi Hotspot
• And much more!

2025 Honda Odyssey

• 9-inch color infotainment display
• Wireless smartphone connectivity
• USB charging ports in front and middle rows
• And others

Find Your 2025 Kia Carnival at South Dade Kia of Miami

When you’re ready to decide between the Kia Carnival or Honda Odyssey, the team at South Dade Kia of Miami is here to help! Call us at (786) 673-8130 today to schedule your visit, where we’ll help you review all of the best features of the Kia Carnival in person — plus take you for a test drive! In the meantime, explore our lease specials or apply for financing online.