2025 Kia Carnival MPV Model Information | Merrillville, IN
Redesigned for the new model year, the 2025 Kia Carnival MPV is packed with more functionality and innovation than ever. Featuring a reshaped exterior design, a purposeful interior, and exceptional comfort, the Carnival MPV allows you and your growing family to feel right at home while on the road. Learn more about the Carnival MPV by reading the following review crafted by the Southlake Kia team, and explore each trim’s standard features with our Carnival MPV trims guide.
Browse our inventory to find your ideal 2025 Carnival MPV model. Questions? Contact our Kia dealership in Merrillville, IN, online or call (219) 947-1500.
2025 Kia Carnival MPV Exterior Design
Refreshed exterior design elements make the 2025 Kia Carnival MPV one to turn heads on the go. It boasts a more futuristic look reminiscent of the Kia EV9 three-row electric SUV, with sleek LED headlights and daytime running lights and iconic 17- or 19-inch wheel designs. But it’s not just about looks — the Carnival MPV is all about functionality with standard power-sliding rear doors, available skid plates, and roof rails, making it perfect for family adventures. For added luxury, premium trims offer dual sunroofs, keeping the cabin light and airy around the clock.
Available exterior features include:
- 17- or 19-in. wheel options
- Dual sunroofs
- LED daytime running lights, fog lights, taillights, and headlights
- Smart power liftgate with auto close
- Heated, power-folding side view mirrors with LED turn signals
- Power-sliding rear doors
- Front and rear skid plates
- Roof rails
2025 Kia Carnival MPV Interior Design & Technology
Enjoy the finer things in life while you relax in optimal comfort inside the 2025 Kia Carnival MPV. Luxurious seating ensures everyone stays cozy along the drive, and the optional second-row VIP lounge seats with an enhanced headrest and leg extension functionality offer a first-class level of comfort even on long journeys. Additionally, you can stay comfortable in extreme weather with available heated and ventilated seating for the first and second rows, along with standard tri-zone automatic climate control.
Available interior features include:
- Woven cloth, SynTex, or leather seat upholstery
- Heated and ventilated front and second-row seats
- Second-row VIP lounge seats with comfort headrest and leg extension
- Tri-zone auto climate control with auto defog system
- Second- and third-row integrated window sunshades
Find a wealth of advanced technology features to keep you connected in the 2025 Carnival MPV. Wirelessly link your smartphone to access your preferred apps through the newly standard 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen. Additionally, an available wireless phone charger helps reduce cord clutter. Available Wi-Fi® hotspot capability ensures everyone stays in touch. Want to keep rear-seat passengers engaged during long journeys? The 2025 Carnival MPV offers an optional dual-screen rear entertainment system with wireless functionality, device mirroring, and smartphone streaming capabilities.
Available technology features include:
- 12.3-in. touchscreen display
- Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility
- Six-, eight-, or Bose® 12-speaker audio system
- Dual-screen 14.6-in. rear entertainment system
- Passenger View in-cabin camera with night vision
- Passenger Talk in-cabin intercom
- Wireless phone charger
- Wi-Fi hotspot capability
- 11-in. head-up display
2025 Kia Carnival MPV Engine & Performance
Stay confident and ready for your next big adventure in the 2025 Kia Carnival MPV. With a powerful 3.5L V6 engine, eight-speed automatic transmission, and standard front-wheel drive (FWD), this MPV is the perfect companion for all your road trips. Standard eco drive mode helps save eco-conscious drivers time and money between fill-ups. See the accompanying chart for engine specifications.
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Engine
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3.5L V6
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Horsepower
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287 HP
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Torque
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262 lb.-ft.
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Transmission
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Eight-speed automatic
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Drive Type
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FWD
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MPG (City/Hwy)
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18 / 26
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2025 Kia Carnival MPV Capacity & Seating
The 2025 Kia Carnival MPV provides a flexible and adjustable interior to suit your needs. With sliding and removable second-row seats, you can set up the cabin for seven or eight passengers and provide easy access to the third row. Want to optimize cargo-carrying capabilities? You can fold both rear rows to free up to 145.1 cubic feet of cargo space. When at full passenger capacity, the Carnival MPV can still accommodate up to 40.2 cubic feet of cargo volume for everyone’s belongings. See the accompanying chart for interior dimensions.
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Max. Seating
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Eight
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Headroom (First/Second/Third Row)
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40.9 / 39.5 / 38.6 in.
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Legroom (First/Second/Third Row)
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41.1 / 40.5 / 35.6 in.
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Max. Cargo Volume
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145.1 cu.-ft.
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Cargo Volume Behind Third Row
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40.2 cu.-ft.
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2025 Kia Carnival MPV Safety Options
The 2025 Kia Carnival MPV comes with advanced safety technologies to support you on the road. Features such as the blind spot monitor, surround view monitor, and Highway Driving Assist systems are available to keep you aware of your surroundings and focused on the road. You can also opt for parking distance warning, safe exit assist, and parking collision avoidance assist to make parallel or perpendicular parking less stressful. To enhance visibility, opt for the high-tech surround view monitor for a 360-degree view of your vehicle.
Available safety features include:
- Blind spot collision avoidance assist
- Rear cross-traffic collision avoidance assist
- Front, rear, and side park distance warning
- Lane management
- Navigation-based smart cruise control
- Highway Driving Assist
- Highway Driving Assist 2
- Intelligent speed limit assist
- Driver attention warning with leading vehicle departure alert
- Safe exit assist
- Blind spot view monitor
- Forward collision avoidance assist
- Reverse parking collision avoidance assist
- Surround view monitor
2025 Kia Carnival MPV Available Colors
- Panthera Metal
- Ceramic Silver
- Ivory Silver
- Snow White Pearl
- Aurora Black Pearl
- Deep Chroma Blue
- Flare Red
- Astra Blue
2025 Kia Carnival MPV Available Trims
- 2025 Kia Carnival MPV LX — Starting at $36,500 MSRP
- 2025 Kia Carnival MPV LXS — Starting at $38,500 MSRP
- 2025 Kia Carnival MPV EX — Starting at $40,700 MSRP
- 2025 Kia Carnival MPV SX — Starting at $45,600 MSRP
- 2025 Kia Carnival MPV SX Prestige — Starting at $50,600 MSRP
