2025 Kia Carnival: The Minivan That's Raising the Bar
The 2025 Kia Carnival dodges the minivan stereotype thanks to an SUV-like exterior design. The sleek minivan not only passes the style test, but it also comes with a cavernous cabin and a potent V-6 or hybrid powertrain that delivers an impressive performance. Whether you want a capable people hauler for your large family or need a van with decent fuel economy numbers, the new Kia Carnival is a handsome option with all the bells and whistles to keep your trips fun and memorable.
Exterior Design: SUV-Inspired Styling
The Kia Carnival is wearing a new look just three years after its debut in the USA. The new minivan's exterior features a revamped grille, headlights, and taillights, giving it the same styling as the Kia EV9 electric crossover. 19-inch dark alloy wheels and a unique dark accent exterior trim complete the SUV-ness of this people carrier.
Performance and Efficiency: New Hybrid Powertrain
The Kia Carnival comes standard with a 3.5-liter V-6 engine that outputs 287 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission. That's more than adequate for spirited driving with a full load of seven or eight passengers and their cargo. A hybrid powertrain with a 1.6-liter engine and an electric motor that delivers 242 hp via a six-speed shifter is also available.
The gas-only Carnival gets EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings of 19 mpg city, 26 mpg highway, and 22 mpg combined. Meanwhile, the hybrid version gets an EPA-estimated fuel economy rating of 34 mpg city, 31 mpg highway, and 33 mpg combined, making it ideal for people who desire a more fuel-efficient vehicle.
Interior Comfort and Technology
For 2025, the Kia Carnival's interior offers several design features to enhance ergonomics, comfort, and everyday utility. You can have the Carnival as a seven or eight-seater. If you choose the SX Prestige trim, you'll get leather upholstery and the option for VIP second-row seats that recline and have heating, ventilation, comfort headrests, and footrests. A single 12.0-inch infotainment screen is standard, but you can opt for an expansive dual 12.3-inch display. The infotainment software runs Apple CarPlay and Android Auto wirelessly, and it also features an intuitive voice assistant.
There's also a rear-seat entertainment system that provides two 14.6-inch monitors to keep backseat passengers engaged on trips and an optional 12-speaker Bose premium sound system that delivers high-fidelity sonic experiences. The climate control panel is now on the dashboard, and seven USB ports and two regular power outlets make juicing up your devices on the go seamless. The Carnival boasts 40.2 cubic feet of cargo room with all seats in place and a maximum of 145.1 cubic feet with the seats folded.
Experience the 2025 Kia Carnival at Power Kia
The 2025 Kia Carnival features an SUV-like design, delivers ample passenger and cargo space, and comes with all the latest infotainment, safety, and entertainment features to keep your trips fun and engaging. If you're looking to experience the 2025 Kia Carnival in person, contact us at Power Kia to schedule a test drive. Visit us today to have a first-hand experience of how the Carnival is redefining the minivan segment.