Overview
The 2024 Kia Carnival stands out as a refreshing blend of minivan practicality and contemporary appeal. Boasting a starting price of $33,200, it offers a sleek exterior design that challenges traditional perceptions of minivans. Despite Kia’s classification of it as an “MPV,” the Carnival impresses with its spacious three-row interior, accommodating families with ease. Beyond its stylish facade, the Carnival incorporates modern technology and safety features, ensuring a comfortable and secure ride for passengers. Plus, with the best warranty in its class, Kia reaffirms its commitment to providing reliability and peace of mind to drivers.
What’s New for 2024?
The 2024 Kia Carnival remains largely unchanged, with just one minor adjustment worth noting: the discontinuation of the EX Power Tailgate Delete Package. This means that if you prefer not to have a power tailgate, your only option now is the LX trim.
2024 Kia Carnival Models and Pricing
The 2024 Kia Carnival kicks off at $33,200, offering an affordable entry point into the minivan segment. Moving up the trim ladder, the mid-range EX starts at $38,700, followed by the tech-savvy SX at $41,900, and the luxurious SX Prestige at $46,300. Compared to its competitors, the Carnival boasts the lowest starting price, with others typically commencing in the upper $30K range.
| 2024 Kia Carnival | MSRP |
| Carnival LX | $33,200 |
| Carnival LX Seat Package | $35,200 |
| Carnival EX | $38,700 |
| Carnival SX | $41,900 |
| Carnival SX Prestige | $46,300 |
Family-Friendly Interior
The Kia Carnival offers a spacious and well-appointed cabin tailored to accommodate various passenger needs. With seating configurations ranging from seven to eight passengers, depending on the trim level, the Carnival provides flexible options for families and groups.
Notably, the SX Prestige trim features exclusive second-row VIP lounge seats, offering enhanced comfort with adjustable features at the touch of a button.
While the seats are not removable, they provide a luxurious experience for occupants. Installing child car seats is hassle-free, and accessing the third row is made convenient, especially with second-row captain’s chairs.
Despite the optional rear entertainment system screens potentially obstructing third-row entry, passengers in all rows enjoy ample legroom. Additionally, the Carnival impresses with generous cargo space, offering up to 86.9 cubic feet when the third-row seats are folded down, making it a practical choice for transporting cargo alongside passengers.
SUV-Like Exterior
The Kia Carnival presents a boxy, SUV-inspired design that aims to blur the lines between minivans and SUVs.
Despite its classification as a minivan, the Carnival exudes a handsome and modern appeal with its sleek exterior styling.
The incorporation of power sliding doors adds convenience and functionality, offering several advantages over traditional SUVs.
While embracing the practicality of a minivan, the Carnival’s aesthetic appeals to those seeking a stylish and versatile people mover for their family or group outings.
Specifications
| Fuel Economy | City 19 mpg/Hwy 26 mpg/Comb 22 mpg |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
| Basic Warranty | 5 years or 60000 miles |
| Max Seating | 7 |
| Horsepower | 290 @ 6400 RPM |
| Cargo Space | 145.1 cu.ft. |
Dimensions, Weights & Capacities
| Curb Weight | 4431 lbs. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.0 gallons |
| Front Head Room | 40.9 inches |
| Front Leg Room | 41.1 inches |
| Max Seating Capacity | 7 |
| Minimum Ground Clearance | 6.8 inches |
| Overall Length | 203.0 inches |
| Front Shoulder Room | 64.2 inches |
| Towing Capacity, Maximum | 3500 lbs. |
| Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 145.1 cu.ft. |
| Wheel Base | 121.7 inches |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | 5710 lbs. |
| Width with mirrors | 89.2 inches |
Fuel Economy
| City | 26 mpg |
| Highway | 31 mpg |
| Combined | 28 mpg |
Performance
| Horsepower | 187 @ 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 @ 4000 rpm |
| Engine | 4-Cyl, SKYACTIV-G, 2.5 Liter |
| 0 to 60 | 8.9 seconds |
| Top Speed | 129 mph |
Entertainment
- Bluetooth Streaming Audio
Seating
- Folding Rear Seat
- Heated Seats
- Power Driver’s Seat
Technology
- Bluetooth Wireless Technology
- Cruise Control
- Hands Free Phone
- Navigation System
- Remote Keyless Entry
- Audible Text Messaging
- Internet Access
- Proximity Sensing Keyless Entry
- Push-Button Engine Start
- Smartphone Interface
- USB Port
- Voice Recognition System