Minivans

In response to climate concerns — and to pushing from government regulators — automakers are rushing headlong to promise more, and more varied, electric vehicles in the next few years.

Much has changed since our last minivan comparison, so we felt it was time for another look. Check out the results and details of our Minivan Challenge for 2021 here.

After a week spent testing the class, we’ve concluded the all-new Kia Carnival is the best minivan out there, but minivan popularity has been in retreat since a reported peak in popularity more than two decades ago.

Here’s a detailed breakdown of how we scored contenders in our latest Minivan Challenge.

Take a look at how the Latch system and each car seat scored in our Car Seat Check of the 2021 Toyota Sienna with captain’s chairs.

The 2022 Kia Carnival comes with a long roster of standard comfort and safety features along with an affordable base price.

Take a look at how the Latch system and each car seat scored in our Car Seat Check of the 2022 Kia Carnival.

The 2022 Kia Carnival’s new convenience goodies and affordable price make it competitive, but other minivans have more powertrain options.

The 2022 Sienna Woodland Special Edition is a sort-of-off-road minivan, featuring a higher ground clearance and Toyota’s hybrid all-wheel drive as standard equipment.

For the best eco-friendly cars, we consider all vehicles that reduce consumption and/or minimize the release of carbon and pollutants, regardless of fuel type.