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2024 Kia Carnival: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The most important thing to know about the 2024 Kia Carnival is that it is a carryover model with no major changes from 2023. Its design, gas V6 powertrain, trim lineup, safety features and cabin technology remain essentially the same.
About the 2024 Kia Carnival
First U.S.-market Carnival generation (introduced for 2022), third model year, last year before the 2025 refresh.
Kia positions the Carnival as a family hauler that gives minivan space and sliding-door usefulness without the plain look many shoppers associate with minivans. The big draw is the mix of SUV-like styling, generous passenger and cargo room, strong V6 power, and a long list of family-friendly features. Against rivals, Carnival leans more toward style, feature value, and everyday family tech than hybrid fuel economy or fold-flat seat tricks.
The 2024 Carnival ranges from the straightforward seven-seat LX to the luxury-focused SX Prestige. The EX stands out for family tech such as a 12.3-inch navigation touchscreen, an in-cabin camera and an intercom, while the SX adds extra camera views and a digital instrument display. The SX Prestige tops the range with leather-trimmed seats, Bose audio and dual power sunroofs.
2024 Kia Carnival specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V6, GDI, 3.5 Liter | V6, GDI, 3.5 Liter | V6, GDI, 3.5 Liter | V6, GDI, 3.5 Liter | V6, GDI, 3.5 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 19 mpg | 19 mpg | 19 mpg | 19 mpg | 19 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 26 mpg | 26 mpg | 26 mpg | 26 mpg | 26 mpg |
| Horsepower | 290 hp | 290 hp | 290 hp | 290 hp | 290 hp |
| Torque | 262 lb-ft | 262 lb-ft | 262 lb-ft | 262 lb-ft | 262 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 3500 lb | 3500 lb | 3500 lb | 3500 lb | 3500 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 145.1 cu-ft | 145.1 cu-ft | 145.1 cu-ft | 145.1 cu-ft | 145.1 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 35.6 in | 35.6 in | 35.6 in | 35.6 in | 35.6 in |
| Seats | 8 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |||||
| Alarm System | |||||
| Blindspot Sensors | |||||
| Cruise Control | |||||
| Lane Departure Warning | |||||
| Rear View Camera | |||||
| 360 Camera | |||||
| Alloy Wheels | |||||
| Fog Lights | |||||
| LED Headlights | |||||
| LED Tail Lights | |||||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | |||||
| Power Moonroof | |||||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | |||||
| Rear Spoiler | |||||
| Roof Rails | |||||
| LCD Instrument Cluster | |||||
| Navigation System | |||||
| Premium Audio | |||||
| Smartphone Interface | |||||
| Subwoofer | |||||
| Touch Screen Monitor | |||||
| 115V Power Outlet | |||||
| Dual Power Front Seats | |||||
| Heated Front Seats | |||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | |||||
| Leather Seats | |||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | |||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | |||||
| Power Driver Seat | |||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||||
| Rear Window Shades | |||||
| Third Row Seat | |||||
| Tri-Zone Automatic Air Conditioning | |||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | |||||
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2024 Kia Carnival different from the 2023 model?
No major product changes separate the 2024 Kia Carnival from the 2023 model. The powertrain, trim lineup, exterior design, safety equipment and cabin technology carry over.
Is the 2024 Kia Carnival a hybrid?
No, the 2024 Kia Carnival is gas-only. Every trim uses a 290-horsepower 3.5-liter V6 paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission.
Does the 2024 Kia Carnival have all-wheel drive?
No, the 2024 Kia Carnival uses front-wheel drive across the lineup. All-wheel drive is not part of the 2024 range.
Which 2024 Kia Carnival trim has the main family-tech upgrades?
The 2024 Carnival EX is the family-tech-focused trim. It has a 12.3-inch navigation touchscreen, an in-cabin camera, an intercom, a power tailgate, wireless phone charging and highway driving assistance.
Is the 2024 Kia Carnival worth choosing over the 2023 for newer features?
Not if newer features are the main goal, because the 2024 Carnival has no major equipment or design upgrades over the 2023 model. A used shopper should focus more on trim, condition, mileage and service history.
2024 Kia Carnival Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2024 Kia Carnival.
4.3
2024 Kia Carnival
(118 reviews)
“I purchased a brand new Kia Carnival and a year later was involved in a high-speed hit and run. Although the Kia itself was totaled, all the passengers inside were completely safe. This vehicle held up so well in the accident that I cannot imagine being in another car and having the same kind of accident. I will continue to purchase a vehicle from Kia going forward because I am confident in my family's safety.”
“The vehicles are very reliable, better equipped relative to their equivalents, with a longer warranty for more peace of mind”