Kia Carnival FAQs

The Kia Carnival comes with 8 Airbags, ABS with EBD, Electronic Stability Control, and Hill Assist Control, along with many other essential safety features.

The Kia Carnival features front seats with ventilation and heating functions, along with second-row powered relaxation captain seats that also offer ventilation, heating, and leg support.

The Carnival comes with LED headlights and taillights, and the Limousine Plus variant features a rear LED fog lamp as well.

No, the Carnival is a luxury MPV.

The Kia Carnival interior features include a pair of 12.3-inch screens, dual sunroofs, ambient lighting, second- and third-row HVAC vents, and captain seats with heating and cooling.

Yes, the new-generation Kia Carnival is longer, wider, and taller than the outgoing version.

While the 11-seater Kia Carnival has been sold internationally, Kia India only offers the 7-seater configuration.

No, the Carnival in India is sold with a 2.2-litre, four-cylinder diesel engine which makes 193hp and 441Nm of peak torque. Kia offers its luxury car only with an 8-speed torque-converter automatic gearbox.

Yes, the Carnival car is sold in various trims and seat layouts globally, but Kia India currently retails just one variant.

Yes, the New Kia Carnival Limousine comes with dual sunroofs.
 

The new Kia Carnival Limousine comes in two colours in India: Fusion Black and Glacier White Pearl.

No, the Carnival MPV is front-wheel drive (FWD). 

With all seats up, the Carnival boot space is 627 litres. Folding all rows opens up a massive 2,900 litres.

The Carnival includes second-row ventilated captain seats, cooled and heated front seats, dual sunroofs, ambient lighting, a Bose 12-speaker system, and slide-and-recline functionality in the middle row.

The Carnival has an ARAI mileage of 14.85kpl, while the Innova Hycross has a higher fuel economy of 23.24kpl. These may vary in real-world conditions due to weather and driving style.

No, the Carnival only comes with a diesel engine in the country.

Yes, the Carnival offers four drive modes: Eco, Normal, Sport, and Smart.

Kia India does not sell the Carnival MPV with a petrol engine.

In 2025, the Carnival comes with a price of Rs 63.91 lakh (ex-showroom), which is Rs 20 lakh higher than the price of the previous model.

Considering its size, the 14.85kpl fuel economy returned by the Carnival’s diesel engine is good. We could manage a respectable 10.9kpl during our Kia Carnival review shoot.

Naturally, the Carnival car will have a higher fuel cost than compact MPVs, but it offers far superior comfort, features and space.

Yes, using Eco mode helps improve fuel economy by reducing throttle sensitivity and optimising gear shifts.

Maintaining steady speeds, regular service, and using Eco mode are ways to keep the fuel costs of the Kia Carnival in check.

The Kia Carnival price in India is Rs 63.91 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi) for the fully loaded Limousine+ variant.

The Kia Carnival on road price in Mumbai is Rs 77.17 lakh. This includes insurance, RTO charges, and other applicable fees.

No. The Kia Carnival India line-up currently includes only one variant – the top-spec Limousine Plus 2.2 Diesel AT.

The overall Kia Carnival cost depends on the city and taxes. In Kolkata, the on road price comes to Rs 73.97 lakh, whereas Carnival cost in Hyderabad is Rs 75.25 lakh.

The Carnival car is configured as a 7-seater with a 2-2-3 layout. It’s powered by a 2,151cc diesel engine mated to an 8-speed automatic gearbox

The Kia Carnival Limousine stands out for its plush second-row experience, with sofa-like comfort, twin 12.3-inch screens, ADAS, and powered sliding rear doors

Yes. The Kia Carnival 7 seater is ideal for large families. It offers plenty of headroom, reclining second-row seats with leg support, and a quiet, comfortable ride.

The Kia Carnival price in Chennai is Rs 63.91 lakh (ex-showroom), while the on road price works out to Rs 77.17 lakh

In a test conducted by us (Autocar India), the Kia Carnival 7-seater returned a mileage of 10.2kpl with light foot and smooth driving, and 10.9kpl in mixed city and highway conditions.

Yes, the Carnival is all equipped with ADAS

The Kia Carnival mileage is certified at 14.85kpl by ARAI. This applies to the 2.2-litre diesel automatic powertrain.

The Carnival has a 72-litre diesel tank.

The company-claimed Kia Carnival mileage is 14.85kpl. Actual fuel efficiency may vary depending on traffic, terrain, and driving habits.

The Kia Carnival price in Delhi starts at Rs 59.42 lakh (ex-showroom).

The Kia Carnival on road price in Delhi is Rs 70.28 lakh.

The ex-showroom price of the Kia Carnival in Delhi is Rs 59.42 lakh.

The minimum on road price of the Kia Carnival in Delhi is Rs 70.28 lakh