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The new Kia Carnival is a people Mover available in New Zealand from $62,990 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the EX variant and topping out at $81,990 for the Water variant.
There are 5 variants of the Carnival available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in mid-2024.
The new 2025 Carnival is offered with a 5 year, 150,000 km warranty.
Engine options for the Kia Carnival include 1.6L in-line 4-cylinder turbo hybrid (180kW/367Nm) and 2.2L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (148kW/440Nm). Available with 8-speed automatic with manual mode or 6-speed automatic with manual mode transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
- Retail Price
- $62,990 - $81,990†
- Transmission
- 6 or 8-speed auto
- Driven Wheels
- Front
- Fuel Type
- Diesel or Unleaded
- Body Types
- Minivan
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion or HEV
- Retail Price
- $62,990 - $81,990†
- Transmission
- 6 or 8-speed auto
- Driven Wheels
- Front
- Fuel Type
- Diesel or Unleaded
- Body Types
- Minivan
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion or HEV
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Kia Carnival
Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
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Handling & Mechanics
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Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
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Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
Available Variants
The Kia Carnival comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being EX and the most expensive being Water.
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Dimensions
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 5,155 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,995 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,775 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,090 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,700 mm |
| Load Capacity | 683 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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2025 Kia Carnival
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Kia Carnival is the EX variant that starts from $62,990.
See all Kia Carnival PricingThe most expensive Kia Carnival is the Water variant that starts from $81,990.
See all Kia Carnival PricingThe best towing capacity of a Kia Carnival is 2000 kg offered by the following variants: EX, Deluxe and Premium.
See all Kia Carnival towing capacityThe largest Kia Carnival is the Water variant which measures 1995mm wide, 5155mm in length and sits 1785mm tall.
The most powerful variants with 180kW of power and 367nm of torque are the Light and Water variants.
The Kia Carnival is built in Korea and shipped to New Zealand.
The heaviest Kia Carnival is the EX variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2876 kg.
The Kia Carnival may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Diesel or Unleaded.
† Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.
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