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2023 Kia Carnival

2023 Kia Carnival Rebates and Incentives

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Dealer Price:
$33,100 - $46,200

Original MSRP:
$31,943 - $44,121

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2023 Kia Carnival Review

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Warranty Information
Basic: 5 Years/60,000 Miles
Recalls Issued
US NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID 23V179000
Mfg's Report Date MAR 16, 2023
Component TRAILER HITCHES
Number of Units Affected 3555
Summary Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Carnival vehicles equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Kia dealership. Water accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.
Consequence A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the remedy is completed. Dealers will inspect and verify whether the vehicle is equipped with a Genuine Kia accessory trailer tow hitch assembly. If equipped, dealers will install a new fuse and wire extension kit. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 16, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC265.
Manufacturer Recall Number SC265

2023 Kia Carnival Models & Prices

2023 Kia Carnival LX
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
LX FWD $33,100 $31,943 $521 / Month*
LX FWD w/Seat Pkg $35,100 $33,873 $552 / Month*
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2023 Kia Carnival EX
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
EX FWD $38,600 $37,249 $607 / Month*
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2023 Kia Carnival SX
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
SX FWD $41,800 $39,919 $651 / Month*
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2023 Kia Carnival SX Prestige
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
SX Prestige FWD $46,200 $44,121 $719 / Month*
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2023 Kia Carnival Features and Standard Equipment

EXTERIOR Features
LX EX SX SX Prestige
Auto On/Off Projector Beam Led Low/High Beam Daytime Running Auto-Leveling Auto High-Beam Headlamps w/Delay-Off       •
Auto On/Off Reflector Led Low/High Beam Daytime Running Auto-Leveling Auto High-Beam Headlamps w/Delay-Off • • •  
Black Bodyside Insert • •    
Black Grille w/Chrome Surround     • •
Black Grille w/Metal-Look Surround • •    
Black Side Windows Trim • • • •
Body-Colored Front Bumper w/Chrome Rub Strip/Fascia Accent and Chrome Bumper Insert     • •
Body-Colored Front Bumper w/Metal-Look Rub Strip/Fascia Accent and Metal-Look Bumper Insert • •    
Body-Colored Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding and Turn Signal Indicator • •    
Body-Colored Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Power Folding and Turn Signal Indicator     • •
Body-Colored Rear Bumper w/Chrome Rub Strip/Fascia Accent and Black Bumper Insert     • •
Body-Colored Rear Bumper w/Metal-Look Rub Strip/Fascia Accent and Black Bumper Insert • •    
Chrome Bodyside Insert     • •
Chrome Door Handles • • • •
Clearcoat Paint • • • •
Compact Spare Tire Stored Underbody w/Crankdown • • • •
Deep Tinted Glass • • • •
Express Open/Close Sliding And Tilting Glass 1st Row Sunroof w/Sunshade       •
Fixed Rear Window w/Fixed Interval Wiper and Defroster • • • •
Front Fog Lamps     • •
Fully Galvanized Steel Panels • • • •
Headlights-Automatic Highbeams • • • •
Laminated Glass     • •
LED Brakelights       •
Liftgate Rear Cargo Access •      
Lip Spoiler • • • •
Proximity Sliding Rear Doors • • • •
Regular Express Open/Close Sliding Glass 2nd Row Sunroof w/Sunshade       •
Roof Rack Rails Only     • •
Smart Power Liftgate Power Liftgate Rear Cargo Access   • • •
Steel Spare Wheel • • • •
Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Included w/Power Door Locks • • • •
Tires: P235/55R19 Low Rolling Resistance   • • •
Tires: P235/65R17 Low Rolling Resistance •      
Variable Intermittent Wipers • • • •
Wheels: 6.5J x 17" Silver Painted Alloy •      
Wheels: 7.5J x 19" Black Painted Alloy     • •
Wheels: 7.5J x 19" Machine-Finished Alloy -inc: (Premium)   •    
INTERIOR Features
LX EX SX SX Prestige
2 12V DC Power Outlets • • • •
2 12V DC Power Outlets and 2 120V AC Power Outlets     • •
2 Seatback Storage Pockets • • • •
4-Way Passenger Seat -inc: Manual Recline and Fore/Aft Movement • •    
8-Way Driver Seat • • • •
8-Way Driver Seat -inc: Manual Cushion Tilt •      
8-Way Passenger Seat     • •
Adaptive w/Traffic Stop-Go   • • •
Air Filtration • • • •
Artificial Leather Seat Trim • • •  
Cargo Space Lights • • • •
Carpet Floor Trim • • • •
Cloth Seat Trim •      
Compass   • • •
Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls • • • •
Day-Night Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror       •
Day-Night Rearview Mirror • • •  
Delayed Accessory Power • • • •
Digital/Analog Appearance • • • •
Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination, Driver And Passenger Auxiliary Mirror • • • •
Driver Foot Rest • • • •
Driver Information Center • • • •
Driver's Seat Integrated Memory System     • •
Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning   • • •
Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting • • • •
Fixed 60-40 Split-Bench 3rd Row Seat Front, Manual Recline, Manual Fold Into Floor, 3 Manual and Adjustable Head Restraints • • • •
FOB Controls -inc: Cargo Access and Remote Start • • • •
Front And Rear Map Lights • • • •
Front Bucket Seats -inc: sliding, reclining, manual driver height adjuster and driver and front passenger seatback pocket •      
Front Center Armrest and Rear Seat Mounted Armrest Outboard Only • • • •
Front Cupholder • • • •
Full Carpet Floor Covering • • • •
Full Cloth Headliner • • • •
Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console, Conversation Mirror and 2 12V DC Power Outlets • •    
Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console, Conversation Mirror, 2 12V DC Power Outlets and 2 120V AC Power Outlets     • •
Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Engine Coolant Temp, Tachometer, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer • • • •
Heated & Ventilated Front Bucket Seats -inc: driver 8-way power w/4-way power lumbar support, passenger 8-way power (w/a power switch for driver to adjust front passenger seat) and front seatback pockets     • •
Heated Front Bucket Seats -inc: driver 8-way power w/2-way power lumbar support and front seatback pockets • •    
Heated Leather Steering Wheel       •
HomeLink Garage Door Transmitter       •
HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts and Headliner/Pillar Ducts • • • •
Illuminated Locking Glove Box     • •
Immobilizer • • • •
Instrument Panel Bin, Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins • • • •
Interior Trim -inc: Chrome Instrument Panel Insert, Piano Black Door Panel Insert, Piano Black Console Insert and Piano Black/Chrome Interior Accents     • •
Interior Trim -inc: Genuine Wood/Piano Black Instrument Panel Insert, Piano Black Door Panel Insert, Piano Black Console Insert and Piano Black/Chrome Interior Accents   •    
Interior Trim -inc: Piano Black/Metal-Look Instrument Panel Insert, Metal-Look Door Panel Insert, Piano Black Console Insert and Piano Black/Chrome Interior Accents •      
Leather Seat Trim       •
Leather Steering Wheel • • •  
Leather/Metal-Look Gear Shifter Material • • • •
Locking Glove Box • •    
Manual Adjustable Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints • • • •
Manual Air Conditioning •      
Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column • • • •
Mobile Hotspot Internet Access •      
Outside Temp Gauge • • • •
Perimeter Alarm • • • •
Power 1st Row Windows w/Driver 1-Touch Up/Down •      
Power 1st Row Windows w/Front And Rear 1-Touch Up/Down   • • •
Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature • • • •
Power Rear Windows and Fixed 3rd Row Windows •      
Power Rear Windows, Fixed 3rd Row Windows and w/Manual 2nd Row Sun Blinds   • • •
Proximity Key For Doors And Push Button Start • • • •
Rear Cupholder • • • •
Rear HVAC w/Separate Controls • • • •
Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, 4 Door Curb/Courtesy, Illuminated Entry and Panic Button • • • •
Remote Releases -Inc: Power Fuel •      
Remote Releases -Inc: Smart Power Liftgate Proximity Cargo Access and Power Fuel   • • •
Removable 40-20-40 Folding Split-Bench Front Facing Manual Reclining Tumble Forward Rear Seat w/Manual Fore/Aft • • • •
Removable Bucket Folding Split-Bench Front Facing Manual Reclining Tumble Forward Rear Seat w/Manual Fore/Aft •      
Seats w/Leatherette Back Material       •
Trip Computer • • • •
Trunk/Hatch Auto-Latch   • • •
MECHANICAL Features
LX EX SX SX Prestige
180 Amp Alternator • • • •
19 Gal. Fuel Tank • • • •
3.51 Axle Ratio • • • •
4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front Vented Discs, Brake Assist, Hill Hold Control and Electric Parking Brake • • • •
80-Amp/Hr 660CCA Maintenance-Free Battery w/Run Down Protection •      
90-Amp/Hr 850CCA Maintenance-Free Battery w/Run Down Protection   • • •
Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering • • • •
Engine: 3.5L GDI + MPI V6 24V DOHC • • • •
Front And Rear Anti-Roll Bars • • • •
Front-Wheel Drive • • • •
Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers • • • •
GVWR: 5,710 lbs •      
GVWR: 5,864 lbs •      
GVWR: 6,041 lbs   • • •
Multi-Link Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs • • • •
Single Stainless Steel Exhaust w/Black Tailpipe Finisher • • • •
Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs • • • •
Transmission w/Driver Selectable Mode • • • •
Transmission: 8-Speed Auto w/H-Matic Shift -inc: Drive Mode Select (eco mode) • • • •
SAFETY Features
LX EX SX SX Prestige
(FCA-JT) Forward Collison-Avoidance Assist - Cyc/Ped/Junction Turning)   • • •
ABS And Driveline Traction Control • • • •
Aerial View Camera System     • •
Airbag Occupancy Sensor • • • •
Back-Up Camera • • • •
Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA) Blind Spot • • • •
Collision Mitigation-Front • • • •
Collision Mitigation-Rear • • • •
Curtain 1st, 2nd And 3rd Row Airbags • • • •
Driver Knee Airbag • • • •
Driver Monitoring-Alert • • • •
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags • • • •
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags • • • •
Emergency Sos   • • •
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist-Ped/Cyclist •      
Front Camera     • •
Lane Following Assist (LFA) • • • •
Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) Lane Departure Warning • • • •
Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) Lane Keeping Assist • • • •
Left Side Camera     • •
Low Tire Pressure Warning • • • •
Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners • • • •
Parking Distance Warning Front And Rear Parking Sensors   • • •
Parking Distance Warning Rear Parking Sensors •      
Rear Child Safety Locks • • • •
Right Side Camera     • •
Side Impact Beams • • • •
Vehicle Stability Management (VSM) Electronic Stability Control (ESC) • • • •
ENTERTAINMENT Features
LX EX SX SX Prestige
2 LCD Monitors In The Front • • • •
Bluetooth Wireless Phone Connectivity •      
Integrated Roof Antenna • • • •
Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control, Steering Wheel Controls, Voice Activation and External Memory Control • • • •
Radio: AM/FM Audio System -inc: 6 speakers, 8" audio display, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, Wi-Fi hotspot, Bluetooth and USB connectivity •      
Radio: AM/FM/HD Audio System -inc: 8 speakers, 12.3" audio display, navigation, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, SiriusXM, Bluetooth, modem, USB connectivity and WiFi hotspot     •  
Radio: AM/FM/HD Audio System -inc: 8 speakers, 12.3" display screen, navigation system, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, SiriusXM, Bluetooth, modem, USB connectivity and WiFi hotspot   •    
Radio: AM/FM/HD Audio System -inc: Bose premium audio w/12 speakers including subwoofer, external amp, 12.3" audio display, navigation, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, SiriusXM, Bluetooth, modem, USB connectivity and WiFi hotspot       •
Streaming Audio •      

2023 Kia Carnival Options and Addition Equipment

ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT Options
LX EX SX SX Prestige
REAR SEAT ENTERTAINMENT PACKAGE -inc: Dual Screen Rear Seat Entertainment System     • •
SMART POWER LIFTGATE DELETE *CREDIT*   •    
SX PRESTIGE SEAT PACKAGE -inc: Heated/Ventilated 2nd Row Power VIP Lounge Seats, wing-out headrests & leg extension       •
PAINT SCHEME Options
LX EX SX SX Prestige
STANDARD PAINT • • • •
PORT INSTALLED OPTIONS Options
LX EX SX SX Prestige
CARGO MAT (PIO) • • • •
CARGO NET (PIO) • • • •
CARGO TRAY (PIO) • • • •
CARPETED FLOOR MATS (7-PASSENGER) (PIO) •      
CARPETED FLOOR MATS (8-PASSENGER) (PIO) • • • •
CROSS BARS (PIO)     • •
EC MIRROR W/HOMELINK (PIO) • • •  
ILLUMINATED DOOR SILL PLATES (PIO) • • • •
INTERIOR LIGHT KIT (PIO) • • • •
LUXURY CARPETED FLOOR MATS (PIO)       •
MUD GUARDS (PIO) • • • •
PAINT PROTECTION PACKAGE (PIO) • • • •
REAR SEAT ENTERTAINMENT (PIO) • • • •
TEXTURED BUMPER APPLIQUE (PIO) • • • •
TOW HITCH (PNP) (PIO) • • • •
WHEEL LOCKS (PIO) • • • •
PRIMARY PAINT Options
LX EX SX SX Prestige
ASTRA BLUE   • • •
AURORA BLACK PEARL • • • •
CERAMIC SILVER   • • •
DEEP CHROMA BLUE •      
FLARE RED • • • •
PANTHERA METAL • • • •
SILKY SILVER Build Out: 12/31/2022 •      
SNOW WHITE PEARL • • • •
SEAT TRIM Options
LX EX SX SX Prestige
GRAY, ARTIFICIAL LEATHER SEAT TRIM • • •  
GRAY, CLOTH SEAT TRIM •      
GRAY, LEATHER SEAT TRIM       •
SADDLE BROWN, ARTIFICIAL LEATHER SEAT TRIM • •    
TUSCAN UMBER, ARTIFICIAL LEATHER SEAT TRIM     •  
TUSCAN UMBER, LEATHER SEAT TRIM       •

2023 Kia Carnival Technical Specifications

Brakes
LX EX SX SX Prestige
Brake ABS System 4-Wheel 4-Wheel 4-Wheel 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ) Yes Yes Yes Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) Yes Yes Yes Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 12.8 12.8 12.8 12.8
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 12.8 12.8 12.8 12.8
Cargo Area Dimensions
LX EX SX SX Prestige
Cargo Volume to Seat 1 (ft) 145.1 145.1 145.1 145.1
Cargo Volume to Seat 2 (ft) 86.9 86.9 86.9 86.9
Cargo Volume to Seat 3 (ft) 40.2 40.2 40.2 40.2
Engine
LX EX SX SX Prestige
Displacement 3.5 L/212 3.5 L/212 3.5 L/212 3.5 L/212
Engine Type Regular Unleaded V-6 Regular Unleaded V-6 Regular Unleaded V-6 Regular Unleaded V-6
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 290 @ 6400 290 @ 6400 290 @ 6400 290 @ 6400
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 262 @ 5000 262 @ 5000 262 @ 5000 262 @ 5000
Exterior Dimensions
LX EX SX SX Prestige
Height, Overall (in) 68.5 68.5 69.9 69.9
Length, Overall (in) 203 203 203 203
Min Ground Clearance (in) 6.8 6.8 6.8 6.8
Wheelbase (in) 121.7 121.7 121.7 121.7
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 78.5 78.5 78.5 78.5
Fuel Tank
LX EX SX SX Prestige
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) 19 19 19 19
Steering
LX EX SX SX Prestige
Steering Type Rack-Pinion Rack-Pinion Rack-Pinion Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) 37.7 37.7 37.7 37.7
Suspension
LX EX SX SX Prestige
Suspension Type - Front Strut Strut Strut Strut
Suspension Type - Rear Multi-Link Multi-Link Multi-Link Multi-Link
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) Multi-Link Multi-Link Multi-Link Multi-Link
Tires
LX EX SX SX Prestige
Front Tire Size P235/65TR17 P235/55TR19 P235/55TR19 P235/55TR19
Rear Tire Size P235/65TR17 P235/55TR19 P235/55TR19 P235/55TR19
Transmission
LX EX SX SX Prestige
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Trans Description Cont. Automatic w/OD Automatic w/OD Automatic w/OD Automatic w/OD
Trans Type 8 8 8 8
Vehicle
LX EX SX SX Prestige
Front Head Room (in) 40.9 40.9 40.9 38.7
Front Leg Room (in) 41.1 41.1 41.1 41.1
Front Shoulder Room (in) 64.2 64.2 64.2 64.2
Passenger Capacity 7 8 8 7
Passenger Volume (ft) 168.2 168.2 168.2 168.2
Second Head Room (in) 39.5 39.5 39.5 37.4
Second Leg Room (in) 40.5 40.5 40.5 40.5
Second Shoulder Room (in) 63.2 63.2 63.2 63.2
Weight Information
LX EX SX SX Prestige
Base Curb Weight (lbs) 4376 4535 4601 4727

2023 Kia Carnival Safety Features

Safety Features
Lane Following Assist (LFA)
Vehicle Stability Management (VSM) Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
ABS And Driveline Traction Control
Side Impact Beams
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
Parking Distance Warning Rear Parking Sensors
Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA) Blind Spot
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist-Ped/Cyclist
Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) Lane Keeping Assist
Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) Lane Departure Warning
Collision Mitigation-Front
Driver Monitoring-Alert
Collision Mitigation-Rear
Low Tire Pressure Warning
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
Curtain 1st, 2nd And 3rd Row Airbags
Airbag Occupancy Sensor
Driver Knee Airbag
Rear Child Safety Locks
Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners
Back-Up Camera
Emergency Sos
Parking Distance Warning Front And Rear Parking Sensors
(FCA-JT) Forward Collison-Avoidance Assist - Cyc/Ped/Junction Turning)
Aerial View Camera System
Front Camera
Left Side Camera
Right Side Camera
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