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2021 Kia Carnival Si V6 review
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Kia Carnival Comparison
The new Kia Carnival is a MPV offered in a 5D MPV body style. Available in Australia from $50,570 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the S variant and topping out at $76,630 for the Gt-line.
There are 6 variants of the Carnival available in Australia and this generation went on sale in April of 2025.
Engine options include 3.5L null (216kW/355Nm), 2.2L turbo (148kW/440Nm) and 1.6L turbo (180kW/366Nm). Available with 8-speed automatic or 6-speed automatic transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
The new 2026 Carnival is offered with a 7 year, unlimited km warranty.
2026 Kia Carnival
S, 3.5L, 8-speed auto, 5-door Mpv, Petrol, FWD
From $50,570
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