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2020 Kia Carnival recalled over fire risk
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About the Kia Carnival
Last updated Dec 18, 2024The 2020 Kia Carnival's used prices in Australia typically range from $28,700 for the S variant and topping out at $48,700 for the Platinum.
There are 4 variants of the Carnival available in Australia and this generation went on sale in January of 2019.
Engine options include 3.3L petrol (206kW/336Nm), 2.2L turbo diesel (147kW/440Nm), 3.5L gasoline dir & mpfi (216kW/355Nm) and 2.2L turbo diesel (148kW/440Nm). All variants feature 8 speed automatic transmission. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
The 2020 Carnival was offered with a 7 year, unlimited kilometre warranty.
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2020 Kia Carnival Price
Platinum
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 3.3L, 8 sp automatic Unleaded FWD 5d Mpv | $60,290 |
| 2.2L, 8 sp automatic Diesel FWD 5d Mpv | $63,290 |
SLi
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 3.3L, 8 sp automatic Unleaded FWD 5d Mpv | $53,190 |
| 2.2L, 8 sp automatic Diesel FWD 5d Mpv | $54,990 |
Si
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 3.3L, 8 sp automatic Unleaded FWD 5d Mpv | $47,990 |
| 2.2L, 8 sp automatic Diesel FWD 5d Mpv | $50,490 |
S
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 3.3L, 8 sp automatic Unleaded FWD 5d Mpv | $42,490 |
| 2.2L, 8 sp automatic Diesel FWD 5d Mpv | $45,490 |
*excl. on-roads
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2020 Kia Carnival Specs
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2020 Kia Carnival Dimensions
1755mm
1985mm
5115mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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2020 Kia Carnival Fuel Economy
There are 4 different fuel economy figures for the Kia Carnival
The most fuel efficient Kia Carnival is the S with a 8 SPEED AUTOMATIC which is powered by a 2.2L TURBO CDI and uses 6.5L of Diesel per 100km on the combined cycle.
The Kia Carnival that uses the most amount of fuel is the PLATINUM with a 8 SPEED AUTOMATIC which is powered by a 3.3L MULTI POINT F/INJ and uses 10.8L of Unleaded Petrol per 100km on the combined rural and urban test cycle.
Below is a table of all the Kia Carnival variants and their fuel economy figures. Click below the table to see an expansion and additional details, including specific usage for city and highway driving.
| Kia Carnival | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 3.3L, 8 sp automatic Unleaded FWD 5d Mpv | Unleaded | 11.6 L/100km |
| 2.2L, 8 sp automatic Diesel FWD 5d Mpv | Diesel | 7.7 L/100km |
Cost of ownership
What are the running and servicing costs of a Kia Carnival?
The Kia Carnival has a recommended service interval of 12 months or 15,000 km, whichever comes first.
2020 Kia Carnival Warranty
What is the warranty on a Kia Carnival?
The Kia Carnival offers a 7 year unlimited kilometre warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.
Kia Carnival FAQs
The cheapest Kia Carnival is the S that starts from $28,700.
The most expensive Kia Carnival is the PLATINUM that starts from $48,700.
The best towing capacity of a Kia Carnival is 2000 kg offered by the following variants: S, Si, SLi and PLATINUM.
The largest Kia Carnival is the S which measures 1995mm wide, 5155mm in length and sits 1775mm tall.
The most powerful Kia Carnival is the S which has 216kW of power from its 3.5L GASOLINE DIR & MPFI engine.
The Kia Carnival is built in Korea and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Kia Carnival is the S which weighs 2880 kg (kerb weight).
The Kia Carnival may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Unleaded Petrol or Diesel.