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2023 Kia Carnival
$33,100 - $46,200Starting MSRP
Aurora Black Pearl
Model Highlights
Fuel Economy
22 MPG Comb.
Transmission
Automatic w/OD
Body Type
Minivan
Seatings
8 Seats
Overview
The front-wheel-drive Carnival aims to be best again in the minivan segment. The minivan features a wide stance and cab-forward look, with a front end that integrates the Kia corporate grille.
A direct injected 3.5L V6 powers the Carnival....
What’s new in the 2023 model?
The Kia Carnival replaced the Sedona in 2022 and receives only minor changes as it rolls into its second year in 2023.
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Exterior
Aurora Black Pearl
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Specs
EPA Classification: Minivans 2WD
Engine Order Code:
Engine Type: Regular Unleaded V-6
Displacement: 3.5 L/212
Fuel System: Port/Direct Injection
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM: 290 @ 6400
SAE Net Torque @ RPM: 262 @ 5000
Drivetrain: Front Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code:
Trans Type: 8
Trans Description Cont.: Automatic w/OD
Trans Description Cont. Again:
First Gear Ratio (:1): 4.81
Second Gear Ratio (:1): 2.90
Third Gear Ratio (:1): 1.86
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1): 1.42
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1): 1.22
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1): 1.00
Reverse Ratio (:1): 3.42
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1): 3.51
Seventh Gear Ratio (:1): 0.80
Eighth Gear Ratio (:1): 0.65
Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG): 22
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG): 19
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG): 26
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary): 850
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps): 180
Base Curb Weight (lbs): 4727
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs): 3500
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs): 350
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs): 3500
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs): 350
Suspension Type - Front: Strut
Suspension Type - Rear: Multi-Link
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.): Strut
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.): Multi-Link
Brake Type: 4-Wheel Disc
Brake ABS System: 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ): Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ): Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 12.8
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 12.8
Drum - Rear (Yes or ):
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in):
Front Tire Order Code:
Rear Tire Order Code:
Spare Tire Order Code:
Front Tire Size: P235/55TR19
Rear Tire Size: P235/55TR19
Spare Tire Size: Compact
Front Wheel Size (in): 19 X 7.5
Rear Wheel Size (in): 19 X 7.5
Spare Wheel Size (in): Compact
Front Wheel Material: Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material: Aluminum
Spare Wheel Material: Steel
Steering Type: Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft): 37.7
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal): 19
Wheelbase (in): 121.7
Length, Overall (in): 203
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in): 78.5
Height, Overall (in): 69.9
Track Width, Front (in): 68.5
Track Width, Rear (in): 68.5
Min Ground Clearance (in): 6.8
Cargo Volume to Seat 1 (ft³): 145.1
Cargo Volume to Seat 2 (ft³): 86.9
Cargo Volume to Seat 3 (ft³): 40.2
Passenger Capacity: 8
Passenger Volume (ft³): 168.2
Front Head Room (in): 38.7
Front Leg Room (in): 41.1
Front Shoulder Room (in): 64.2
Front Hip Room (in): 59.8
Second Head Room (in): 37.4
Second Leg Room (in): 40.5
Second Shoulder Room (in): 63.2
Second Hip Room (in): 66.4
Third Head Room (in): 36.6
Third Leg Room (in): 35.6
Third Shoulder Room (in): 59.5
Third Hip Room (in): 50.4
Vehicle Name: Kia Carnival
Body Style: Passenger Van
Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year: 8.0
Pricing
This model has 5 different trims.
MSRP
$46,200
Invoice
$44,121
Description
3.5 L/212, 290 @ 6400, Automatic w/OD
Fuel Economy
This model has 5 different trims.
City
19 MPG
Hwy
26 MPG
Combined
22 MPG
Description
3.5 L/212, 290 @ 6400, Automatic w/OD
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