2025 Kia Carnival: New Hybrid, New Looks, New Tech!

Though large SUVs are taking the US auto market by storm, true practicality lovers know that a minivan is the best way to go! That’s why it is a big deal when a popular choice, like the Kia Carnival, gets refreshed, adding a long-awaited Hybrid engine! This article will cover the spec breakdowns of the 2025 Kia Carnival but be sure to watch the video below for an in-depth design review!

What’s New for 2025?

Updated exterior design
Updated interior with new tech
New hybrid model

Trims and Pricing

MSRP for FWD

Gas

LX: $36,500

LXS: $38,500

EX: $40,700

SX: $45,600

SX Prestige: $50,600

Hybrid

LXS: $40,500

EX: $42,700

SX: $47,600

SX Prestige: $52,600

The Carnival still poses a pretty good deal as compared to some of the competition but be aware the prices to take quite the jump for 2025.

Air ball and slam dunk

Slam Dunk: Carnival still manages to offer incredible value, especially on something like an EX

Air Ball: The Carnival is still lacking AWD, something competitors do offer

Design and Features

Like the rest of the lineup, Kia has now designed the Carnival to match the newest design language, known as “opposites united.” Some signature elements of this design include an updated Tiger nose grille, and star map LED lighting. The Hybrid model looks almost exactly the same as the Gas model. As mentioned above, please watch the video linked below for a full in-depth exploration of the exterior design and differences.

Here is the full breakdown of what we know about the feature availability:

Feature	Availability
Exterior
LED Headlights	Standard LED Reflectors \| SX Prestige: Projectors
Fog Lights	SX+
Wheels	17-19-inch alloys on all models
Mirrors	Standard BSM, Heating \| EX+: Power-fold
LED Taillights	SX-Prestige
Towing	Gas: 3,500lbs \| Hybrid: 2,500lbs
Forward Emergency Braking	Standard on all Carnival Models
Adaptive Cruise Control
Lane Keep Assist
Auto High Beams
Highway Drive Assist	Standard: Version 1.0 \| SX+: Version 2.0

When it comes to the Interior, the Carnival will also be well-equipped and practical on all trims.

Interior
Smart Entry and Remote Start	Standard
Digital Key	SX+
Seat Materials	Cloth, Leatherette or Leather Available
Seat Adjustment	Standard: 6-way manual \| LXS+: 8-way power with 4-way lumbar \| EX+: Memory
Push Button Start	Standard
Gauge Cluster	Standard: 4.2-in digital display \| SX+: 12.3-in full digital
Blind-View Camera	SX+
Head-Up Display	SX-Prestige
Steering Wheel	LXS+: Leather Wrapped \| Heating on SX-P
Rain Sensing Wipers	SX+
Wireless Charging	EX+
360 Degree Camera	SX+
3-Zone Climate Controls	Standard
Seat Climate	Heated Seats: LXS+ \| Ventilated Seats: SX+
Audio System	Standard: 6-speaker \| EX/SX: 8-speaker audio \| SX-P: 12-Speakers Bose Premium Audio
Screen	Standard: 12.3-inch display with touchscreen capability and WIRELESS Android Auto and CarPlay \| Standard: Navigation
Cabin Camera and Intercom	EX+
Auto-dimming mirror	Standard \| SX-P: Digital Mirror
Moonroof	Panoramic on SX+

The rear of the Carnival is also well-equipped, with some versatile configurations for passengers.

Rear Amenities
Power Rear Doors with Kick Sensor	Standard
Rear Vents and USBs	Standard
Seating Configurations	LX: 7-seats \| LXS+: 8-seat bench seating \| Optional on SX-Prestige: VIP Lounge package with heated, ventilated, power captain’s chairs
Rear Seat Entertainment	Optional on SX+
Sunshades	EX+ on both 2^nd and 3^rd rows
Tailgate	Hands-Free Power EX+

For in depth details on the 2025 Carnival, watch our full first look review linked at the bottom of this article.

What’s Under the Hood?

The V6 Carnival is joined by a new Hybrid option for 2025:

Gas
3.5L V-6: 290 hp | 262 lb.ft
Paired w/ 8-speed automatic

NEW Hybrid
1.6L Turbo I-4 + elec: 241 hp | 270 lb.ft
Paired w/ 6-speed automatic
54 KWh motor (more than other Kia hybrids)

All models of the Carnival are FWD only. The fuel economy figures for each model are listed below:

Gas: 18/26/21 MPG

Hybrid targeting 32 MPG

We hope you have found this overview of the 2025 Kia Carnival helpful! For a more detailed first look of the Carnival, please watch our video below! What do you think of the 2025 Kia Carnival? Let us know in the comments!