Kia Carnival
2022–2027. The $37,390 to $53,090 minivan, with 287 hp.
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The cleanest years.
Recall campaigns on file, by model year.
6 campaigns. Top item: fuel system, gasoline, delivery, hoses, lines/piping, and fittings.
A campaign that covers several model years counts in each of them here, and once in the total of 7. Newer years have had less time to collect campaigns.
Five trims.
2026 prices. Tap one to open its page.
- LX287 hp · 21 mpg$37,390base
- LXS287 hp · 32 mpg$39,390+$2,000
- EX287 hp · 32 mpg$41,590+$4,200
- SX287 hp · 33 mpg$46,490+$9,100
- SX Prestige287 hp · 33 mpg$51,490+$14,100
MSRP as published for the 2026 model year, before destination, taxes and dealer fees.
Recalls from NHTSA
7 recall campaigns on file.
Every one is repaired free at any franchised dealer. These are the 4 most recent.
- Apr 10, 20262022–2026
Fuel system, gasoline · delivery · hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Carnival vehicles. Fuel may leak at the pipe…
- Jan 27, 20262026
Electrical system · instrument cluster/panel
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 Kia K4, 2025-2026 Sorento, Sorento Hybrid, Sorento Plug-In…
- Jan 18, 20242022–2024
Structure · body · roof and pillars
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Sportage and 2022-2024 Carnival vehicles. The roof…
- Mar 31, 20232022–2023
Structure · body · door
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling all 2022 and certain 2023 Carnival vehicles. The auto-reverse feature…
- Mar 17, 20232022–2023
Trailer hitches
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Carnival vehicles equipped with a tow hitch harness…
- Nov 19, 20212022
Latches/locks/linkages · electronic lock/latch actuator
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2022 Carnival vehicles. The remote controller assembly for the…
- Apr 21, 20212022
Fuel system, gasoline · fuel injection system · fuel rail
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2022 Carnival vehicles. The plastic fuel rail tube may have…
What it costs to keep.
Factory coverage on a 2026 Carnival, then the quotes.
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People also ask.
Does the 2026 Kia Carnival LXS come as a hybrid?
Yes, the 2026 Kia Carnival LXS offers a gas/electric hybrid configuration. Its 1.6L 4-cylinder turbo powertrain produces 242 hp, uses a 6-speed automatic transmission and delivers an EPA-estimated 32 mpg combined.
How many people can the 2026 Kia Carnival LXS seat?
The 2026 Kia Carnival LXS seats 8 people. It has bucket front seats, a split-folding and reclining rear seat, manual folding split-bench third-row seats, and three-zone climate control with rear ventilation ducts and fan control.
How much can the 2026 Kia Carnival LXS tow?
The gas-powered 2026 Kia Carnival LXS has a maximum towing capacity of 3,500 lbs. A Tow Hitch is offered for $750, while the gas configuration uses a 3.5L 6-cylinder engine producing 287 hp.
What features are standard on the 2026 Kia Carnival LXS?
Standard features include heated leatherette front seats, adaptive cruise control and a 12.3-inch infotainment display. Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, lane keep assist, rear cross-traffic alert, front and rear parking sensors, and a rearview camera are also included.
What warranty comes with the 2026 Kia Carnival LXS?
The powertrain warranty covers 120 months or 100,000 miles. Basic and roadside coverage each run for 60 months or 60,000 miles, while rust coverage lasts 60 months or 100,000 miles.