2025 Kia Carnival LX FWD

LX FWD

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Price with options: $36,500

MSRP: $36,500

Base Invoice: $35,406

Body Style

Mini-van, Passenger

MPG

City: 18 - Hwy: 26

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2025 Kia Carnival Pros

The Kia Carnival gets a refreshed exterior and a hybrid model for 2025.

2025 Kia Carnival Model Highlights

The front-wheel-drive Carnival aims to be best again in the minivan segment. The minivan features a wide stance and cab-forward look, with a front end that integrates the Kia corporate grille.

A direct injected 3.5L V6 powers the Carnival. With variable induction and continuously variable valve timing, the engine produces 287 horsepower and 262 lb-feet of torque. The engine is mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission and delivers enough get up and go for your everyday traffic on or off any highway. The Hybrid Carnival is powered by a turbocharged 1.6L 4-cylinder engine with 178 horsepower that produces 241 horsepower with the addition of an electric motor.

Five trims are offered: LX, LXS, EX, SX and SX Prestige while the LX trim is not available on the hybrid model. Standard features on the LX include 17-inch alloy wheels, a rear spoiler, LED headlights, variable intermittent windshield wipers, dual power proximity sliding doors, and integrated LED turn signals in the mirrors. Inside, there's a 6-speaker audio system, Bluetooth hands-free connectivity, a sonar-based backup warning system, steering-wheel-mounted audio and cruise control, 12-volt outlets, power accessories, air conditioning and three rows of seating with stain-resistant fabric upholstery, Kia's innovative Slide-n-Stow second-row seats and a 60-40 split-folding third row. Rounding out the base features are a 12.3-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, cloth upholstery.

The EX comes standard with 19-inch alloy wheels, heated mirrors, and a power liftgate. Inside there are 7 USB chargers for portable electronic devices, front and rear one-touch power windows, tri-zone automatic climate control, push-button start, keyless entry, push-button start, also with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and leatherette seating with second-row seating for three passengers.

The top-of-the-line Carnival SX Prestige adds to the already stacked equipment with machine-finished 19-inch alloy wheels, LED fog lights, a garage door transmitter, voice command navigation with a 12.3-inch display, heated and ventilated front leather seats.

Safety has not been overlooked in the Carnival, and standard on all trims are a host of airbags, electronic stability control, traction control, anti-lock brakes, rollover mitigation, brake assist, active lane departure warning, front and rear collision mitigation, a pedestrian warning system, and a driver attention alert.

2025 Kia Carnival Model News

The Kia Carnival minivan faces tough competition in a narrow but hotly contested segment that includes offerings from Toyota, Honda and Nissan. The Kia more than holds its own. With a range of trims offering every amenity and technology one could hope for, premium materials, innovative seating with room for eight and an attractive starting price, the Carnival is worth a look.

2025 Kia Carnival Value Writeup

Attractive styling; massive interior space for people and cargo; front wheel drive only

Brakes
4-Wheel Brake ABS System
4-Wheel Disc Brake Type
Yes Disc - Front (Yes or )
Yes Disc - Rear (Yes or )
Drum - Rear (Yes or )
12.8 Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)
12.8 Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in)
Electrical
660 Cold Cranking Amps @ 0? F (Primary)
180 Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)
Engine
3.5 L/212 Displacement
Engine Order Code
Regular Unleaded V-6 Engine Type
Port/Direct Injection Fuel System
287 @ 6400 SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM
260 @ 5000 SAE Net Torque @ RPM
Mileage
18 EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG)
26 EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG)
21 Fuel Economy Est-Combined (N/A)
Suspension
Strut Suspension Type - Front
Strut Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)
Multi-Link Suspension Type - Rear
Multi-Link Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)
Transmission
Front Wheel Drive Drivetrain
0.65 Eighth Gear Ratio (:1)
1.22 Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)
3.51 Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)
4.81 First Gear Ratio (:1)
1.42 Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)
3.42 Reverse Ratio (:1)
2.90 Second Gear Ratio (:1)
0.80 Seventh Gear Ratio (:1)
1.00 Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)
1.86 Third Gear Ratio (:1)
Automatic w/OD Trans Description Cont.
Trans Description Cont. Again
Trans Order Code
8 Trans Type
Vehicle
Minivans 2WD EPA Classification
Weight Information
4431 Base Curb Weight (lbs)
MECHANICAL
Engine: 3.5L GDI + MPI V6 24V DOHC
Transmission: 8-Speed Auto w/H-Matic Shift -inc: drive mode select
3.51 Axle Ratio
GVWR: 5,710 lbs
Transmission w/Driver Selectable Mode
Front-Wheel Drive
80-Amp/Hr 660CCA Maintenance-Free Battery w/Run Down Protection
180 Amp Alternator
2 Skid Plates
Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers
Front And Rear Anti-Roll Bars
Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering
19 Gal. Fuel Tank
Single Stainless Steel Exhaust w/Black Tailpipe Finisher
Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs
Multi-Link Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs
4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front Vented Discs, Brake Assist, Hill Hold Control and Electric Parking Brake
EXTERIOR
Wheels: 6.5J x 17" Alloy
Tires: P235/65R17 Low Rolling Resistance
Steel Spare Wheel
Compact Spare Tire Stored Underbody w/Crankdown
Clearcoat Paint
Body-Colored Front Bumper w/Metal-Look Rub Strip/Fascia Accent and Black Bumper Insert
Body-Colored Rear Bumper w/Metal-Look Rub Strip/Fascia Accent and Black Bumper Insert
Black Bodyside Insert
Black Side Windows Trim
Chrome Door Handles
Body-Colored Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding and Turn Signal Indicator
Fixed Rear Window w/Fixed Interval Wiper and Defroster
Deep Tinted Glass
Variable Intermittent Wipers
Fully Galvanized Steel Panels
Lip Spoiler
Black Grille w/Metal-Look Accents
Proximity Sliding Rear Doors
Liftgate Rear Cargo Access
Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Included w/Power Door Locks
Auto On/Off Reflector Led Low/High Beam Daytime Running Auto-Leveling Auto High-Beam Headlamps w/Delay-Off
Headlights-Automatic Highbeams
ENTERTAINMENT
Radio: AM/FM/HD Audio System -inc: 6 speakers, 12.3" audio display, navigation system, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, SiriusXM, Bluetooth w/voice recognition, modem, 1 media port, USB connectivity and Wi-Fi hotspot
Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control, Steering Wheel Controls, Voice Activation and External Memory Control
Streaming Audio
Integrated Roof Antenna
Bluetooth Wireless Phone Connectivity
2 LCD Monitors In The Front
INTERIOR
Front Bucket Seats -inc: sliding, reclining and manual driver height adjuster
8-Way Driver Seat -inc: Manual Cushion Tilt
4-Way Passenger Seat -inc: Manual Recline and Fore/Aft Movement
Removable Bucket Folding Split-Bench Front Facing Manual Reclining Tumble Forward Rear Seat w/Manual Fore/Aft
Front Center Armrest and Rear Seat Mounted Armrest Outboard Only
Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Engine Coolant Temp, Tachometer, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer
Power Rear Windows and Fixed 3rd Row Windows
Fixed 60-40 Split-Bench 3rd Row Seat Front, Manual Recline, Manual Fold Into Floor, 3 Manual and Adjustable Head Restraints
Front Cupholder
Rear Cupholder
Compass
Proximity Key For Doors And Push Button Start And Smart Device Proximity Key
Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, 4 Door Curb/Courtesy, Illuminated Entry and Panic Button
Remote Releases -Inc: Power Fuel
Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls
Adaptive w/Traffic Stop-Go
Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
Rear HVAC w/Separate Controls
HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts and Headliner/Pillar Ducts
Locking Glove Box
Driver Foot Rest
Interior Trim -inc: Piano Black/Metal-Look Instrument Panel Insert, Metal-Look Door Panel Insert, Piano Black Console Insert and Piano Black/Chrome Interior Accents
Full Cloth Headliner
Urethane Gear Shifter Material
Cloth Seat Trim
Day-Night Rearview Mirror
Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination, Driver And Passenger Auxiliary Mirror
Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console, Conversation Mirror and 2 12V DC Power Outlets
Front And Rear Map Lights
Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting
Full Carpet Floor Covering
Carpet Floor Trim
Cargo Space Lights
FOB Controls -inc: Cargo Access and Remote Start
AVN 5.0 Navigation System Integrated Navigation System w/Voice Activation
Instrument Panel Bin, Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins
Power 1st Row Windows w/Driver 1-Touch Up/Down
Delayed Accessory Power
Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature
Driver Information Center
Trip Computer
Outside Temp Gauge
Digital/Analog Appearance
Manual Adjustable Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints
2 Seatback Storage Pockets
Perimeter Alarm
Immobilizer
2 12V DC Power Outlets
Air Filtration
SAFETY
Lane Following Assist (LFA)
Vehicle Stability Management (VSM) Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
ABS And Driveline Traction Control
Side Impact Beams
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
Emergency Sos
Parking Distance Warning - Forward & Reverse (PDW-F&R) Front And Rear Parking Sensors
Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA) Blind Spot
Forward Collison-Avoidance Assist (FCA-JT: Cyc/Ped/Junction Turning)
Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) Lane Keeping Assist
Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) Lane Departure Warning
Collision Mitigation-Front
Driver Monitoring-Alert
Collision Mitigation-Rear
Low Tire Pressure Warning
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
Curtain 1st, 2nd And 3rd Row Airbags
Airbag Occupancy Sensor
Driver Knee Airbag
Rear Child Safety Locks
Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners
Back-Up Camera