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Body reference — model year may differ; market and trim may differ · File:2020 Ford Explorer (sixth generation) 2.jpg — Commons year/body reference; exact trim and market may differ. · Original photograph
2.3 L, 4 cylinders, 10-speed automatic, Rear-wheel drive, Gasoline
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Body reference — model year may differ; market and trim may differ · File:2001 Kia Carnival (KV II) Classic van (2015-07-03).jpg — Commons year/body reference; exact trim and market may differ. · Original photograph
1.6 L, 4 cylinders, Automatic (6-speed), Front-Wheel Drive, Regular
Specs & safety →| Specification | 2025 Ford Explorer | 2025 Kia Carnival Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 300 hp | Not available |
| Engine displacement | 2.3 L | Not available |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | 10-speed automatic | Automatic (6-speed) |
| Specification | 2025 Ford Explorer | 2025 Kia Carnival Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Combined fuel economy | 24 mpg | 33 mpg Advantage |
| Fuel tank | 17.9 gal | Not available |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Regular |
| Specification | 2025 Ford Explorer | 2025 Kia Carnival Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Cargo — all seats in use | 16.3 cu ft | Not available |
| Cargo — behind front seats | 85.8 cu ft | Not available |
| Passenger volume | 152.9 cu ft | Not available |
| Towing capacity | 5,000 lb | Not available |
| Ground clearance | 7.6 in | Not available |
| Base / estimated curb weight | 4,303 lb | Not available |
| Front track | 66.9 in | Not available |
| Rear track | 66.9 in | Not available |
| Length | 198.7 in | Not available |
| Width | 78.9 in | Not available |
| Height | 69.6 in | Not available |
| Wheelbase | 119.1 in | Not available |
| Seating options | 6 or 7, depending on second-row seating | Not available |
| Specification | 2025 Ford Explorer | 2025 Kia Carnival Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Annual primary-fuel cost | 2,800 USD/year | 2,050 USD/year Advantage |
EPA fuel costs assume 15,000 mi a year and 55% city driving. Prices are original MSRP.
Top Safety Pick + — only vehicles built after June 2025
The award applies only to vehicles built after June 2025; model year alone does not establish eligibility. Small overlap applies to 2020-2026 vehicles built after May 2020 and used a 2020 XLT 4WD. Updated moderate overlap applies to 2022-2026 and used a 2022 XLT 4WD. Updated side applies to 2020-2026 and used a 2022 XLT 4WD. Headlight ratings vary by equipment and are excluded.
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