2023 Kia Carnival KA4 MY23 SI Red 8 Speed Sports Automatic Wagon

The 2023 Kia Carnival SI is a spacious eight-seat people mover designed to make family transport more practical without resorting to a bus-like driving experience. Its generous cabin, flexible seating layout and sliding side doors give it the kind of everyday versatility that suits school runs, larger households and longer-distance travel alike. The red exterior also gives this otherwise highly functional vehicle a distinctive presence.

Power comes from a 2.2-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel engine paired with an eight-speed sports automatic transmission. That combination is well matched to the Carnival's size, providing a relaxed automatic driving experience while retaining the efficiency advantages associated with diesel power. The front-wheel-drive layout keeps the mechanical package straightforward, and the listed combined fuel consumption is 6.5L/100km, with urban and extra-urban figures of 7.8L/100km and 5.7L/100km respectively.

With 73,863 kilometres recorded, this example offers the practicality of a modern large vehicle while retaining the equipment expected of a contemporary family-focused model. The cabin includes multi-zone climate-control air conditioning with rear air conditioning, helping distribute comfort throughout all three rows. The second row reclines and slides for improved passenger flexibility, while the third row can be split-folded or folded flat when carrying luggage is more important than maximum seating capacity.

Everyday usability is supported by a range of storage and convenience features, including bottle and cup holders across the rows, centre-console storage, remote boot release and dual sliding side doors. Roof rails add further carrying flexibility, while the space-saver spare wheel provides a practical contingency for longer journeys. The driver benefits from a height-adjustable seat, a multifunction steering wheel, a digital instrument display and a selectable driving mode system.

Technology is well covered for both commuting and touring. The vehicle includes an colour multifunction control screen, satellite navigation, digital radio, Bluetooth, USB and auxiliary audio connectivity, along with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay integration. An eight-speaker stereo and voice recognition further improve the interface between the driver, passengers and the vehicle's entertainment systems.

Safety equipment is a notable strength. The Carnival has front and rear parking sensors, a rear-view camera, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic warning and side-door exit warning. Forward collision warning and collision-mitigation functions work alongside pedestrian avoidance with braking, active lane-keeping assistance, lane-departure warning, driver-attention monitoring and adaptive cruise control with road-sign recognition. Hill-holder assistance, electronic stability control, traction control, ABS and brake assist add further support in changing traffic and road conditions. The cabin provides airbags for the front, second and third rows, as well as ISOFIX-compatible child-seat anchorage.

Exterior equipment includes 18-inch alloy wheels, LED headlamps and tail lamps, automatic headlamp operation, daytime running lamps, heated and folding power mirrors, roof rails and a rear roof-mounted spoiler. Inside, cloth trim, leather-look steering-wheel and gear-knob finishes, adjustable headrests and rear sliding-seat adjustment contribute to a practical, easy-to-use environment. With a 2,000-kilogram braked towing rating, the Carnival also has useful load-carrying capability for appropriately equipped towing applications.

• Eight-seat interior with flexible second- and third-row seating
• 2.2-litre four-cylinder diesel with eight-speed sports automatic transmission
• Front-wheel drive and 6.5L/100km listed combined fuel consumption
• Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, satellite navigation, Bluetooth, USB and auxiliary audio
• Rear-view camera, front and rear parking sensors and blind-spot monitoring
• Adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assistance and forward collision mitigation
• 18-inch alloy wheels, LED lighting and dual sliding side doors

Other highlights include Body type: Wagon; Odometer: 73,863 kms; Transmission: 8 Speed Sports Automatic; Drive train: FWD; Engine or motor: 4 cylinder Diesel 2.2L.