All-New 2022 Kia Carnival Multi-Purpose Vehicle

The all-new 2022 Kia Carnival Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV) is replacing the Sedona to become a multifaceted choice for a three-row vehicle.

The Carnival claims the unoccupied space between SUV and minivan and arrives with a new name. It is the first vehicle to be sold in the U.S. with Kia’s new logo on the hood. It pushed the boundaries on expected fronts in the same way the Kia K5 did.

The Carnival offers a bold and boxy build and continues the visual language that Kia’s most recent line of utility vehicles convey. The Carnival can seat 7 or 8 passengers and delivers a premium level of refinement, savvy technology, and flexibility, and will be offered in four trim levels: LX, EX, SX, and SX-Prestige.

The Carnival is motivated by a 3.5-liter V6 engine making a best-in-class 290 horsepower. This powertrain provides up to 3,500 pounds of towing capacity for confident trailer, boat, or camper excursions. And that confidence is amplified by an expansive roster of standard Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). Together, these elements make Carnival an exceptional combination of modern design, capability, safety and luxury.

“The Kia Carnival is here to disrupt a staid segment and proves once again what is possible when conventions are shattered,” said Sean Yoon, president & CEO, Kia Motors North America, Kia Motors America. “With its SUV-like character, our new multi-purpose vehicle delivers a combination of premium design, intelligent packaging, and an abundance of innovation in safety and technology. For these reasons, the Carnival is the first vehicle to proudly wear our all-new Kia badge and is a bold signal of things to come.”

Exterior

The strong and confident design language of the MPV directly connects to the distinct lines found on other recent Kia debuts.

• Modernized “tiger nose” grille
• High-tech LED headlamps
• Dramatic hood lines
• Brawny wheel arches
• Bold cutlines
• Large two-tone mirrors with black/chrome rocker panel moldings
• Geometric taillamps
• Rear skid plate garnish and reflectors
• 17-inch and 19-inch gloss black wheels

Interior

Within, the Carnival’s sleek design elements and quality materials come together to create a refined and sophisticated interior space:

• High-gloss black surfaces
• Chrome garnish along the dash
• Integrated slim metal air vents
• Three bold interior colors
• 168.2 cubic feet of passenger room
• 145.1 cubic feet of cargo room behind the first row (LX, EX, SX)
• “Side-Flex” seating for 8-passenger version allow for multiple
• configurations
• Available heated and ventilated second row seating
• Removable second row seats
• Fold-in-floor third row seats

The Carnival also offers a roster of special and innovative features to make travel easier, safer, and more enjoyable:

• Hands-free opening power sliding doors
• Hands-free Smart Power Liftgate with auto-close (EX and above)
• Smart Key with one-button open/close functionality (EX and Above)
• Rear Occupant Alert (EX and above)
• Safe Exit Assist
• Rear Passenger View Camera (standard on EX, SX, SX-Prestige)
• Passenger Talk cabin intercom system (standard on EX, SX, SX-Prestige)
• Passenger Voice Recognition (standard on EX, SX, SX-Prestige)
• Dual Rear Screen Entertainment Monitors with wireless device screen mirroring (standard on SX, SX-Prestige)