Updated Design and Features:
Makeover: The 2025 Kia Carnival receives a sleek enhancement, featuring-
a more prominent grille and updated LED headlights and taillights.
New Powertrain:
They are now offered a hybrid powertrain, which combines a turbocharged 1.6-liter-
four-cylinder engine with an electric motor, resulting in a total horsepower of 242.
Price Increases - Overall Increase:
The prices for the 2025 Carnival have increased by a few thousand dollars.
Hybrid Premium:
An extra $2000 is needed for the new hybrid powertrain.
Trim Prices - LX Trim:
Beginning at $37,895, there has been a $2900 increase from 2024.
LXS Trim:
Price begins at $39,895. Most affordable hybrid option available for $41,895.
EX Trim:
Comes with 19-inch wheels and enhancements to the interior. The base price has now been raised to-
$42,095, reflecting a $1600 increase. The Hybrid EX is priced at $44,095.
SX Trim:
Includes LED fog lights, two 115-volt power outlets, and dual sunroofs. Beginning at $46,995, there has been a $3300 increase.
The Hybrid SX model comes with an additional cost of $2000, bringing the total price to $48,995.
SX Prestige:
The exterior trim has been darkened and a heated steering wheel comes as a standard feature.
The current price is $51,995 ($53,995 for the hybrid version; $48,095 in 2024).
Competitor Comparisons -
Toyota Sienna:
Every model is equipped with a powerful 245-hp hybrid powertrain. The starting price is $39,080.
Less expensive than the standard Carnival Hybrid.
Honda Odyssey
:
Unfortunately, there is no hybrid option available.
It is priced higher than both the Carnival and Sienna.
Chrysler Pacifica
:
The only minivan available with an optional plug-in hybrid powertrain.
Expensive, with a price tag exceeding $50,000.