New Kia Carnival MPV for Sale in OKC | Bob Moore Kia
The Kia Carnival might not have the brand recognition of the Toyota Sienna or Honda Odyssey, but it’s the best family vehicle on the market. It’s not an SUV, but it’s not a minivan either, landing somewhere in between, with Kia calling it a Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV). It has the smart looks of an SUV, but the sliding doors and cabin space of a minivan, making it an excellent choice for folks looking to move past the traditional minivan silhouette. The New Kia Carnival MPV is also better equipped than most family SUV, while offering an MSRP that’s more affordable than its peers. Don’t let the lower price fool you, though; the Kia can be equipped with all sorts of features, including a reclining 2nd row with climate-controlled seats. The Carnival leads the charge in so many ways, whether you’re comparing cargo and passenger space or Kia’s industry-leading 10-year/100,000-mile warranty. In the sections below, we’ll preview everything we love about the new Kia Carnival, from the safety rating to the fuel economy. If you’d like to see how your kids fit in a new Kia, visit our Kia dealer in OKC today.
New Kia Carnival MPV Fuel Efficiency and Engine
The Carnival comes with your choice of gas or hybrid powertrains. For the purposes of this breakdown, we’re going to focus on the ICE option. It’s a 3.5-liter V-6 that makes 287 horsepower and pairs with an eight-speed automatic transmission. It only comes with front-wheel drive. Critics have praised the Carnival for its well-balanced ride and great handling, delivering a smooth driving experience that stacks up well against the competition. We wouldn’t count on it to do too much towing, but it can haul up to 3,500 lbs in a pinch. It gets modest fuel economy, with 18 mpg in the city and 26 mpg on the highway. If you’d like to learn more about the new Kia MPV, visit our OKC Kia dealership.
New Carnival MPV Trim Levels and Cabin
The Carnival is about two feet shorter than the Chevy Suburban, but offers more overall cargo space than the behemoth SUV. Behind the rear row, you’ll find 40.2 cubic feet of cargo space, with 86.9 cubic feet of cargo volume available behind the 2nd row. Total cargo volume sits at 145.1 cubic feet. The Carnival leads its class in rear passenger space and total overall cargo space. This year, the Carnival comes in five trim levels:
The Carnival comes well equipped across the board, but the LXS is an easy place to start, offering heated front seats, leather accents, and a power driver’s seat. As you keep going up the trim levels, you’ll find full leather seats, a heated steering wheel, a head-up display, and plenty of additional features. We really like the VIP lounge seat package, which delivers lazy-boy-esque reclining seats in the second row, a rare feature typically found only in luxury SUVs with MSRPs that double the Carnival’s. If you’d like to learn more about the new Carnival, visit Bob Moore Kia today.
Kia Carnival MPV Safety Rating and Technology
Every Carnival comes with a tech-laden cabin, with most getting two 12.3-inch displays: one for infotainment and one for the digital gauge cluster. Of course, the Carnival has smartphone integrations for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. If you’re looking for a way to keep your kids calm on longer road trips, you can add a pair of 14.6-inch display screens for 2nd row passengers to keep them entertained. You’ll also find USB charging ports across all three rows, so everyone maintains a full charge. The Carnival earns a four-star overall safety rating and offers a host of driver-assistance features. Standard safety technology includes automated emergency braking, pedestrian detection, and lane-keeping.
Test Drive the New Kia Carnival for Sale in Oklahoma City
When a full-size SUV is too pricey and a minivan is too basic, many families choose a cramped mid-size SUV instead. Opt for a spacious, well-equipped cabin instead with the new Kia Carnival MPV, for sale at Bob Moore Kia.
