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The 2025 Kia Carnival introduces a refreshed design that merges bold exterior aesthetics with an advanced, tech-savvy interior, making it a top contender for family mobility. The latest updates bring enhanced comfort, innovative technology, and both gasoline and hybrid powertrains. Whether you’re hauling family members or gear, the Carnival remains a versatile option, packed with features to accommodate modern needs.
The 2025 Kia Carnival exudes a strong visual presence with its new design language. Its bold front end features a grand sculptural grille and intricately detailed cube-like headlights, giving it a distinct look on the road. The signature Kia Star Map lighting, now incorporated into both the front and rear, adds a futuristic touch. Whether in daylight or at night, the Carnival’s geometric wheel designs further elevate its sleek profile. Available in sizes from 17- to 19-inches, the EX trims and above come standard with 19-inch wheels, contributing to its upscale stance.
The Carnival's sculpted body lines and aggressive stance ensure it stands out from the typical minivan. This is a vehicle designed to break from convention, offering a more SUV-like appeal while still retaining the practicality that families rely on. With new exterior colors like Snow White Pearl and other vibrant options, the Carnival maintains a polished and modern look for 2025.
Inside the 2025 Carnival, Kia has made substantial improvements in both design and functionality. The cabin now integrates a sleek, tech-centric dashboard, combining a 4.2-inch TFT display with a standard 12.3-inch touchscreen for infotainment. For those opting for EX trims and above, the Carnival boasts a fully digital upgrade with a 12.3-inch digital cluster and a 12.3-inch navigation display, all housed in a curved panoramic panel. Six standard USB-C ports are distributed throughout the cabin’s three rows, ensuring that every passenger can stay connected, while the SX and SX-P trims add even more power outlets, including two 115V inverters for added convenience.
Seating remains one of the Carnival's strong points. The standard eight-passenger configuration comes with Kia’s “Slide-Flex” seating system, offering a sliding second row and removable third-row seats. Those who opt for the VIP Lounge seating enjoy heated and ventilated second-row captain chairs, equipped with a recline function and a relaxation mode that transforms the Carnival into a comfortable, family-friendly environment. For added convenience, dual power sliding doors with hands-free opening are standard across all trims.
The 2025 Kia Carnival’s tech suite is designed to elevate both the driving experience and passenger convenience. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto come standard, allowing drivers to integrate their smartphones without the hassle of cables. Kia’s new Connected Car Navigation Cockpit (ccNC) system is featured in this model, enabling over-the-air updates and providing a more connected experience. For families, the Carnival includes features like in-cabin cameras and an intercom system, making it easier to communicate with passengers in the rear rows.
A new Connected Car Rear Cockpit (ccRC) Rear Entertainment System with dual 14.6-inch HD monitors is also available. This system supports popular streaming platforms and can receive future content updates over the air. Kia’s next-generation voice recognition system adds convenience, responding to commands like adjusting the climate or lowering the windows with simple voice prompts. Safety remains a priority, with the Carnival equipped with Kia’s suite of advanced driver assistance systems, including lane-keeping assist, adaptive cruise control, and a full surround-view monitor for easier parking.
The 2025 Kia Carnival lineup includes various trims tailored to different needs. While the base LXS offers great value, the EX trim introduces additional tech features like the full digital instrumentation cluster. SX and SX-P trims add premium features, such as VIP Lounge seating and a host of family-friendly enhancements. New for this year is the Carnival Hybrid, which provides a more efficient option without compromising on the Carnival’s core family-friendly characteristics.
Performance in the 2025 Kia Carnival comes from its familiar 3.5-litre V6 GDI engine, which delivers 287 horsepower and 260 lb.-ft. of torque. Paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission, the gasoline engine ensures that the Carnival has plenty of power for both city driving and long road trips. The V6 engine delivers a balance of performance and efficiency that should appeal to families who need both power and practicality.
New for 2025, Kia is also offering the Carnival Hybrid. This model combines a 1.6-litre turbo-hybrid engine with a 54kW electric motor, producing a combined output of 242 horsepower and 271 lb.-ft. of torque. The hybrid version comes with unique features like 17-inch aerodynamic wheels and active air flaps integrated into the front fascia, which help improve fuel efficiency. The hybrid’s regenerative braking system also enhances the driving experience by allowing drivers to recover energy during deceleration.
The 2025 Kia Carnival is expected to arrive at dealerships in early 2025. Buyers should stay tuned for more details as the official release date approaches.
Starting at $43,267 for the base LXS trim, the 2025 Kia Carnival offers a competitive price point for families seeking a versatile and stylish people-mover. Prices for the hybrid version and higher trims, including the EX and SX, will be available closer to the official release date.