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2023 Kia Carnival S FWD

$44,990

L. Gov't Charges

Model Range

$36,480 - $53,994

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Odometer 80,799 km

Body type Large People Mover

Fuel Diesel

Transmission Sports Automatic

Vehicle Overview

The 2023 Kia Carnival S is a large people mover designed around the practical demands of carrying up to eight occupants. Its spacious cabin, five-door layout and sliding, reclining second-row seating make it well suited to journeys where passenger access and flexibility matter as much as outright cargo capacity. The third row folds flat into the floor, allowing the interior to adapt when carrying luggage or larger loads instead of a full complement of passengers.

Power comes from Kia's 2.2-litre four-cylinder SmartStream CRDi turbo-diesel engine, paired with a sports automatic transmission and front-wheel drive. The diesel engine's stated outputs of 148 kW and 440 Nm give the Carnival a substantial torque reserve for a vehicle of this size, while the combined fuel-economy figures listed for the vehicle include 6.5, 5.7 and 7.8 L/100 km entries. The vehicle also has a stated towing capacity of 750 kg unbraked and 2,000 kg braked.

Inside, the grey trim provides a neutral setting for the Carnival's family-focused cabin. The second row includes a reversible centre seat, sliding and reclining adjustment, and a sliding walk-in function to improve access to the third row. The rear seats split 60:40 and fold flat into the floor. Air conditioning, multiple cup holders and the centre-console storage area add useful everyday convenience, particularly when the cabin is being used by several passengers.

Technology is centred on an 8-inch colour LCD touchscreen, six-speaker audio and wireless Apple CarPlay with voice recognition. Android Auto is also listed, along with Bluetooth multi-connection functionality and USB audio input. A rear-view camera with parking guidelines assists with positioning the long body in tighter spaces, while the 4.2-inch colour TFT supervision cluster presents key driving information ahead of the driver.

The Carnival S also brings a broad collection of driver-assistance and safety systems. Autonomous emergency braking is specified with detection of cars, pedestrians, cyclists and junction situations, while adaptive smart cruise control, lane following assistance, lane keeping assistance and lane departure warning support the driver on longer trips. Blind-spot collision avoidance assistance, lane change assist, rear cross-traffic alert, safe exit warning and intelligent speed assistance extend the vehicle's awareness around busy roads and parking areas. Multiple airbags, electronic stability control, traction control, hill-start assist and an anti-lock braking system are also listed.

2.2-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel engine
Sports automatic transmission with front-wheel drive
Eight-seat interior with flexible second- and third-row seating
17-inch alloy wheels and LED headlights
8-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay
Rear-view camera with parking guidelines
Adaptive smart cruise control and autonomous emergency braking
Blind-spot, lane-keeping and rear cross-traffic assistance

Finished in Snow White Pearl, this Carnival combines a generous passenger compartment with the equipment and layout expected of a modern people mover. Its diesel drivetrain, configurable seating and extensive assistance technology give it a practical balance for regular passenger transport, longer journeys and changing load requirements.

Other highlights include Odometer: 80,799 km; Drive train: Front Wheel Drive; Engine or motor: 2.2 litre, 4-Cylinder SmartStream CRDi Turbo Intercooled.