2025 Kia Carnival - Is It BETTER Than Ever?

The Kia Carnival gets new front and rear fascias, as well as new in-cabin tech and even a new optional hybrid engine for 2025. Updates include a new larger grille and headlights that match those of Telluride, while the rear end mimics the Sorento SUV. Inside, there’s a new optional 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster and 12-inch infotainment touchscreen. There’s also a new digital rearview mirror. The Carnival seats 7 passengers and is only offered as a 4-door minivan. Competitors include the Chrysler Pacifica, Honda Odyssey, and Toyota Sienna.

Five trims are offered: LX, LXS, EX, SX and SX Prestige. Two engines are available: A 3.5-liter V6 engine that makes 287 horsepower and mates to an 8-speed automatic transmission. A new range-topping hybrid engine is optional: A 1.6-liter 4-cylinder aided by an electric motor that produces 272 horsepower and pairs to a 6-speed automatic transmission. Only front-wheel-drive models are offered. Pricing ranges from $35,000 to $48,000.

Is the Kia Carnival better than ever? Find out in today’s Vehicle Visionary video!

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[dennisjones]

The only thing that often bothers me about all the different videos comparing different minivans is that most of them don't indicate exactly which trim model they're displaying. I just purchased a 2025 Carnival EX and I love it, but the one in your video is obviously not the EX. Why not start by saying "this is the LX" or "this is the SX" or whichever model you're going to demonstrate?? Otherwise, great job!

[Noum]

The dashboard is a bit lacklustre, but the front of the vehicle is gorgeous

[viron]

Thank you! I've watched several reviews of the new Carnival and this was by far the most informative.

[LindaMadlala]

Must admit, being an owner of three previous models - Kia have always upped the game on the Carnival/Sedona/Carnival including this latest facelifted version. I like the light as is - not become a Christmas tree on the road😂. Not too obsessed with AWD my V6 is more than capable through gravel/muddy roads in my rural hometown, hybrid wouldn't work there either. Perfect family car 👌

[justinbuell]

I was at the Chicago autoshow and love this van. I had the 22 SX and now have the 23 LXS and will be upgrading to the 25 Hybrid.

[aryehrosenthal]

Great review Tom. I wish we had the 11 Passenger Kia Carnival MPV in the United States Market eventually.

[uconnapharm]

For the Carnaval to move to the #1 position on my purchase list, it has to get AWD to make it the best it can be in the snow-belt states

[mohammadsaeed]

If they can only have the AWD option. Living up in the northeastern region, it is a must for me. I went to my local Kia dealership and my wife and I loved it but the lack of AWD was a no. The sales associate even said he has lost lots of customers to the sienna being that they have the AWD option and it’s a V4 hybrid.

[h_jt_ii]

Wow that’s cool that the rear sunroof opens too. Would love to see more of that when you get the chance to drive one.

[VersaceVillian]

"Tom wake up" 😂😮😂 Great vid again guys..awesome edits as always and way to keep us engaged 10/10 on the vid! lol I 👀 you Kia!

[GreaterIndianapolisLiving]

2:06 black wheels, I'm personally over blacked out stealth vehicles.
I will wait to see what wheel options are with their trims.

[JoKIA_-]

Very nice. Interested in the price as I see the top trim Odyssey is in the low to mid 50s now. Great review Tom as always.

[mauriciomendez]

Impressive! Soccer Mom vans have come a long way!👍

[colear]

My only real gripe with the exterior is the hearse looking C pillar and the sliding door tracks still not integrated and hidden into the design like the Odyssey.

[tomtalker]

Unless i'm not seeing it. I wish they would have done two things. Add a physical button/s for the radio instead of doing it via the screen. And also made an AWD option. Otherwise, gorgeous minivan. Love that bluish gray color with the satin door handles and mirror caps.

[Velocity_Exyl]

Man thank you so much! Ive been trying to find the Kia Carnival 2025. I love the form and the back. Except the fenders on the front. It looks weird. And the interior is too small I guess. Like i feel the 2024 Carnival was better

[redskytitan]

Kinda disappointing in the lack of AWD and the hybrid powertrain is simply underwhelming. I was expecting a V6 engine paired with a decent size electric battery for at least 80 miles of autonomy.

[GreaterIndianapolisLiving]

4:36 i definitely will look at the hybrid option as my 18 Durango will avg 24 mph on the highway. The v6, not worth purchaing... comparing to the 25 Sienna and they are a hybrid and i was able to get 45mpg avg in a rented 24... very happy with it.

[alexmassengale]

I think this will take a lot of sales from Toyota if Toyota continues to not have much inventory in Siennas and Kia can actually deliver enough hybrids. With kids, those giant TVS slammed next to the seats don't look like they will last long. I'd also spec the bench seat.

[GreaterIndianapolisLiving]

3:59 rear gate light would have been nice to have all the way across the gate for esthetics.