Kia Carnival fourth generation

Kia Carnival fourth generation
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The Kia Carnival fourth generation (since 2022): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 4 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: KA4 · Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length5,150 mm TC–
Width1,990 mm TC–
Height1,740 mm TC–
Wheelbase3,090 mm TC–
Front track1,750 mm TC–
Rear track1,750 mm TC–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight2,039 kg TC–
Seats and space
Fuel tank–72 L
Performance
Top speed–190 km/h
Torque–332–440 Nm

NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2024: ★★★★★

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia, NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

502 complaints for model years 2022–2026. 13 crashes · 1 fire · 71 injuries

  • Electrical system 166
  • Engine 71
  • Body and structure 53
  • Fuel system 48
  • Transmission and drivetrain 38
  • Speed control 38

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 4 versions of the Kia Carnival fourth generation

United States 2 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2025–2027SIDI; Hybrid1.6 LHybrid6-speed automated manualFront-wheel drive32–33 MPG (7.1–7.4 L/100 km) EPA170–171 g/km
2022–2027SIDI & PFI3.5 LPetrol8-speed automaticFront-wheel drive21–22 MPG (10.7–11.2 L/100 km) EPA253–266 g/km

Canada 2 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2025–2026Minivan1.6 LPetrol6-speed automated manual7.2 L/100 km 5-cycle169–170 g/km
2022–2026Minivan3.5 LPetrol8-speed automatic10.6–11.3 L/100 km 5-cycle252–266 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.