

KIA NEW VAN 11 PASSENGER HOW TO
How to Repair, Maintain, and Care for Your Car.That's a ton of cargo space, but it should be noted that both the Pacifica and Odyssey proved slightly more spacious. In our testing, we fit 14 carry-on suitcases behind the third row of seats and a whopping 48 in total with all seats folded. Kia says that interior spaciousness has been improved on the new Carnival both the van's wheelbase and overall length have been stretched to provide more room for people and cargo. A panoramic sunroof is optional and provides a large opening over the second row so the kids can get some fresh air. While these "VIP Seats" provide a relaxing way for passengers to wile away the hours on a long road trip, they unfortunately cannot be removed or stowed in the floor like in rival minivans, which limits the Carnival's maximum cargo space. The upscale SX-Prestige trim comes with leather upholstery and reclining second-row seats with pop-up footrests. A large center console and an optional Mercedes-style dual-screen infotainment system with a digital gauge display are notable design changes. The Carnival's dashboard and front-seat area are both more modern and accommodating than the outgoing Sedona's.

For more information about the Carnival's fuel economy, visit the EPA's website. We tested a '22 Carnival on our 75-mph highway fuel-economy route, which is part of our extensive testing regimen, and it returned 28 mpg highway-2 mpg higher than its EPA rating.
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Infotainment tech gets an upgrade as well with an optional dual-display setup with digital gauges and a navigation-equipped center touchscreen. A host of driver-assistance features are offered as standard including automated emergency braking. All Carnival models are powered by a 290-hp 3.5-liter V-6 engine with front-wheel drive and an eight-speed automatic transmission. Large wheels, crossover-like proportions, and signature daytime running lights that flow into the grille give the van an upscale-SUV vibe that reminds us of a Range Rover. The 2022 Carnival replaces the aging Sedona in Kia's lineup and its boxy SUV-like styling is no accident, as the Korean automaker aims to capitalize on the success of its critically-acclaimed and hot-selling Telluride SUV. The makeover of Kia's minivan is such a dramatic one that it even includes an all-new name: Carnival.
