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Kia Carnival

Price $40,495 – $56,445
Fuel consumption 6.9 – 12.9 L/100km
The Car Guide rating 75%(view ratings)
Now entering its fourth year, the Carnival is finally adding a hybrid variant. This one combines a turbocharged 1.6-litre four-cylinder engine with an electric motor generating 72 hp. The 242 total horsepower are handled by a six-speed autobox. A 3.5-litre V6 (290 horsepower) paired with an eight-speed transmission continues to motivate other Carnival models. Again, no AWD option is available. Styling revisions, new tech and increased safety are more highlights for 2025.
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Top 10The Best Hybrid Cars, SUVs and Trucks to Consider
Hybrid vehicles have surged in popularity across Canada in the past year, boosted by slowing demand for fully electric and plug-in hybrid models. Easy for risk-averse drivers to adopt, they are more financially accessible than EVs and simpler to maintain than PHEVs. Hybrid technology improves fuel economy and, in some …
First Drives2025 Kia Carnival Hybrid: Loads of Tech, a Few Compromises
In 2022, Kia took a shot at introducing something new to the dying minivan segment where customers were (and still are) fleeing towards three-row SUVs. The gamble seems to have paid off, because for the 2025 model year, the Korean brand has significantly revamped its Carnival minivan, with not only …
Top 1010 New Vehicles With the Best Value for 2025
The last few years have not been kind to middle-class motorists. New-vehicle ownership costs have skyrocketed, and automakers have abandoned many small cars in favour of bigger, more expensive and more profitable SUVs and trucks. Clearly, the automobile is becoming a luxury item. Still, there are some pretty good deals …
Test Drives2022 Kia Carnival: Embracing its MPV Status
Alright, we’re going to admit it: We love minivans. There’s no denying it. Not only are they practical, but these days manufacturers are making them fun to drive, attractive to look at and so loaded with tech gadgets and comfort features that sometimes they are nicer to be in than …
Test Drives2022 Kia Carnival: 10 Things We Like or Dislike
Modern minivans must reinvent themselves and be creative if they hope to curb their steady extinction as sport utility vehicles (SUV) keep ruling the market. This is what the all-new 2022 Kia Carnival is trying to do as a fresh replacement for the Sedona in Canada. The company says it’s …

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NewsMinivans Are Back! Latest Sales Results Highlight Sustained Growth
Long considered on the verge of extinction in a market increasingly dominated by SUVs and pickup trucks, the good old minivans are far from finished. On the contrary, they are experiencing a real resurgence in popularity. The trend we observed in 2024 continued into the first half of 2025: excluding …
NewsThe Best Minivans in 2025
Looking at all the full-size SUVs available on the market, the team at The Car Guide has identified the three models that represent the best buys for 2025 . Although SUVs continue to dominate sales, minivans represent attractive vehicles for families looking for practicality and versatility thanks to their large …
NewsThe Best Minivans in 2024
The team at The Car Guide has analyzed all the various minivans available in Canada and identified the best buys for 2024. When it comes to family haulers, none offer more space and versatility than minivans. Which ones are our top picks this year? Read on. 1. Toyota Sienna Another …
Toronto2025 Kia Carnival Adds Hybrid Variant, New Tech
Now entering its fourth year, the Kia Carnival is finally adding a hybrid variant. The Canadian premiere of the updated minivan took place at the Canadian International AutoShow in Toronto today. We say “finally” because rivals including the Toyota Sienna and Chrysler Pacifica have been offering a gas-electric model for …
NewsKia Carnival to Get More High-Tech Look for 2025
Just like it did with the K5 midsize sedan yesterday, Kia today showed the design of its updated Carnival minivan for the Korean market. The Sedona replacement is indeed due for a mid-cycle refresh, and we’ll see it in Canada next year as a 2025 model. While it may not …
NewsRear-Seat Passengers at Risk in Today's Minivans, IIHS Warns
You’d think modern minivans are some of the safest vehicles on the road especially when it comes to protecting all those kids sitting inside. As it turns out, they’re lagging behind. None of the four MY2023 minivans recently tested by the U.S. Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) earned an …
RecallsHyundai, Kia Expand Trailer Wiring Recall to Prevent Possible Fires
More Hyundai and Kia vehicles will have to be recalled because of a potentially faulty trailer wiring harness that could result in a short circuit and cause the control module to overheat. The recall was first announced last August and originally affected 292,000 Palisade and Telluride SUVs (MY2020-2022) in North …
NewsThe Best Minivans of 2023
Minivans are few and far between these days—most families prefer SUVs and crossovers—yet they offer a ton of space and versatility. Which one is the best money can buy? The Car Guide has gathered its team of experts to identify the top minivans on the market in 2023. Check them …

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