Corolla Hatchback starts $20,875 lower. Corolla Hatchback wins efficiency by 0.4 L/100 km. Carnival gives you 2,922 L more cargo room. The highlighted cells below show the winner, and the edge column tells you by how much.
Interactive trim explorer
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Full spec sheet
Every row scored head-to-head. The winner cell is highlighted.
$25,070
CVT
$45,945
LX+
$25,070
1 tracked trims
$51,787
6 tracked trims
| Metric | Toyota Corolla Hatchback | Kia Carnival | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
Entry priceLower wins | $25,070 CVT | $45,945 LX+ | $20,875 lower |
Average trim priceLower wins | $25,070 1 tracked trims | $51,787 6 tracked trims | $26,717 lower |
Best efficiencyLower wins | 6.8 L/100 km CVT | 7.2 L/100 km LX+ Hybrid | 0.4 L/100 km lower |
Cargo roomHigher wins | 660 L Best published cargo figure | 3,582 L Best published cargo figure | 2,922 L more |
Tow ratingHigher wins | — Not published | 3,500 kg Highest rated trim in ladder | Only Kia reports |
Mid-trim valueHigher wins | 4 features Core coverage still thin | 3 features EX+ at $50,845 | Only Kia full |
Premium ceilingHigher wins | 4 features Core coverage still thin | 6 features SX+ Hybrid at $58,395 | Only Kia full |
Safety and warranty still deserve a final check: Top Safety Pick+ · NHTSA 5 and 3 yr / 60,000 km for Toyota Corolla Hatchback, versus IIHS n/a · NHTSA n/a and 5 yr / 100,000 km for Kia Carnival.
Equipment differences
Extra equipment beyond the core table. Each row shows the earliest trim on either side that gets you there.
Comfort & Cabin
Roof, audio, and interior-upgrade cues that tell you where the premium story really starts.
$25,070
CVT
Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Standard features: Rear Spoiler; LED Daytime Running Lights; Bi-Beam LED Headlamps; Heated Side Mirrors; Drive Mode Select; P195/65R15 Normalized fit features: heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, wirelessAndroidAuto, wirelessCarPlay Fit feature evidence: Heated Steering Wheel; Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel; Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android AutoTM; Wireless Android Auto Compatibility; Wireless Apple CarPlay Compatibility
$45,945
LX+
Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Kia features: 3.5L GDI; FWD; 8-Speed Automatic Transmission; MDPS Power Steering; Electric Parking Brake + Auto Hold; Drive Mode Select Normalized fit features: heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, powerLiftgate Fit feature evidence: Heated steering wheel; Smart power liftgate; Leather-wrapped shift knob; Heated/Leather Steering Wheel; Smart Power Tailgate
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Doesn’t reach it
$55,845
SX+
Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Kia features: 3.5L GDI; FWD; 8-Speed Automatic Transmission; MDPS Power Steering; Electric Parking Brake + Auto Hold; Drive Mode Select Normalized fit features: heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, hud, powerLiftgate, ventilatedFrontSeats Fit feature evidence: Heated & Ventilated 2nd Row Seats; Head-up display (HUD) system; Bose premium sound system; Ventilated Front Seats; Leather-wrapped shift knob; Heated/Leather Steering Wheel; Smart Power Tailgate; Pure Leather Seats; Dual Sunroof (Dual Power Opening)
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Doesn’t reach it
$55,845
SX+
Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Kia features: 3.5L GDI; FWD; 8-Speed Automatic Transmission; MDPS Power Steering; Electric Parking Brake + Auto Hold; Drive Mode Select Normalized fit features: heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, hud, powerLiftgate, ventilatedFrontSeats Fit feature evidence: Heated & Ventilated 2nd Row Seats; Head-up display (HUD) system; Bose premium sound system; Ventilated Front Seats; Leather-wrapped shift knob; Heated/Leather Steering Wheel; Smart Power Tailgate; Pure Leather Seats; Dual Sunroof (Dual Power Opening)
Comfort & Cabin
Roof, audio, and interior-upgrade cues that tell you where the premium story really starts.
| Equipment | Toyota Corolla Hatchback | Kia Carnival | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
Premium upholsteryExpanded Corolla Hatchback unlocks it $20,875 sooner. | $25,070 CVT Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Standard features: Rear Spoiler; LED Daytime Running Lights; Bi-Beam LED Headlamps; Heated Side Mirrors; Drive Mode Select; P195/65R15 Normalized fit features: heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, wirelessAndroidAuto, wirelessCarPlay Fit feature evidence: Heated Steering Wheel; Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel; Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android AutoTM; Wireless Android Auto Compatibility; Wireless Apple CarPlay Compatibility | $45,945 LX+ Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Kia features: 3.5L GDI; FWD; 8-Speed Automatic Transmission; MDPS Power Steering; Electric Parking Brake + Auto Hold; Drive Mode Select Normalized fit features: heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, powerLiftgate Fit feature evidence: Heated steering wheel; Smart power liftgate; Leather-wrapped shift knob; Heated/Leather Steering Wheel; Smart Power Tailgate | Left sooner |
Moonroof / sunroofExpanded Only Carnival reaches moonroof / sunroof. | — Doesn’t reach it | $55,845 SX+ Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Kia features: 3.5L GDI; FWD; 8-Speed Automatic Transmission; MDPS Power Steering; Electric Parking Brake + Auto Hold; Drive Mode Select Normalized fit features: heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, hud, powerLiftgate, ventilatedFrontSeats Fit feature evidence: Heated & Ventilated 2nd Row Seats; Head-up display (HUD) system; Bose premium sound system; Ventilated Front Seats; Leather-wrapped shift knob; Heated/Leather Steering Wheel; Smart Power Tailgate; Pure Leather Seats; Dual Sunroof (Dual Power Opening) | Right only |
Premium audioExpanded Only Carnival reaches premium audio. | — Doesn’t reach it | $55,845 SX+ Imported from the production trim catalog. Null values remain unverified and cannot satisfy a hard fit answer. Kia features: 3.5L GDI; FWD; 8-Speed Automatic Transmission; MDPS Power Steering; Electric Parking Brake + Auto Hold; Drive Mode Select Normalized fit features: heatedFrontSeats, heatedSteeringWheel, hud, powerLiftgate, ventilatedFrontSeats Fit feature evidence: Heated & Ventilated 2nd Row Seats; Head-up display (HUD) system; Bose premium sound system; Ventilated Front Seats; Leather-wrapped shift knob; Heated/Leather Steering Wheel; Smart Power Tailgate; Pure Leather Seats; Dual Sunroof (Dual Power Opening) | Right only |
Reasons to pick Toyota Corolla Hatchback
Switch between the entry, efficiency, and premium picks to see how both ladders compare on the same shelf.
CVT
LX+
| Side | Trim | MSRP | Efficiency | Features |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Corolla Hatchback | CVT | $25,070 | 6.8 L/100 km | 4 |
| Kia Carnival | LX+ | $45,945 | 11.3 L/100 km | 3 |