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2024 Kia Carnival
The 2024 Kia Carnival's FuelEconomy.gov record holds 1 EPA certification record across 1 model/option label (Carnival), spanning Front-Wheel Drive drivetrain and Regular fuel type across 1 engine (3.5L 6-cyl SIDI & PFI). EPA classifies it under Minivan - 2WD vehicle class, built on Conventional powertrain technology. Across those configurations, expect combined efficiency of 22 MPG/MPGe, an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,850/yr. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 73 owner complaints for this model year. The site covers 5 model years of the Kia Carnival, 2022 through 2027, and this is the 2024. Every figure on this page belongs to the 2024 model year alone.
Configurations1
Model/option labels1
Combined efficiency22 MPG/MPGe
Electric rangeNot listed
Decision answers6
Trim-by-trim specifications
The 2024 Kia Carnival: 5 trims compared.
Kelley Blue Book specifications, one row per trim.
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Horsepower | Torque (lb-ft) | EPA city / hwy / comb | Seats | Basic warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX w/Seat Pkg | 3.5-liter V6 (GDI) | Automatic, 8-Spd | FWD | 290 | 262 | 19 / 26 / 22 mpg | 8 | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| LX | 3.5-liter V6 (GDI) | Automatic, 8-Spd | FWD | 290 | 262 | 19 / 26 / 22 mpg | 7 | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| EX | 3.5-liter V6 (GDI) | Automatic, 8-Spd | FWD | 290 | 262 | 19 / 26 / 22 mpg | 8 | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| SX | 3.5-liter V6 (GDI) | Automatic, 8-Spd | FWD | 290 | 262 | 19 / 26 / 22 mpg | 8 | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| SX Prestige | 3.5-liter V6 (GDI) | Automatic, 8-Spd | FWD | 290 | 262 | 19 / 26 / 22 mpg | 8 | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| Trim | Curb weight | Length | Height | Wheelbase | Ground clearance | Fuel tank | Front headroom | Front legroom | Towing | Tires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX w/Seat Pkg | 4,513 lb | 203 in | 68.5 in | 121.7 in | 6.8 in | 19 gal | 40.9 in | 41.1 in | 3,500 lb | P235/65R17 |
| LX | 4,431 lb | 203 in | 68.5 in | 121.7 in | 6.8 in | 19 gal | 40.9 in | 41.1 in | 3,500 lb | P235/65R17 |
| EX | 4,581 lb | 203 in | 68.5 in | 121.7 in | 6.8 in | 19 gal | 40.9 in | 41.1 in | 3,500 lb | P235/55R19 |
| SX | 4,581 lb | 203 in | 69.9 in | 121.7 in | 6.8 in | 19 gal | 40.9 in | 41.1 in | 3,500 lb | P235/55R19 |
| SX Prestige | 4,581 lb | 203 in | 69.9 in | 121.7 in | 6.8 in | 19 gal | 40.9 in | 41.1 in | 3,500 lb | P235/55R19 |
Equipment by trim
Which 2024 Kia Carnival trim has what.
Std is standard, Opt is optional, a dash means Kelley Blue Book lists it as not available.
| Equipment | LX w/Seat Pkg | LX | EX | SX | SX Prestige |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Safety | |||||
| Anti-theft alarm | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Blind-spot alert | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Child door locks | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Child-seat anchors | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Forward collision warning | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Hill-start assist | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Pedestrian detection | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Rearview camera | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Surround-view camera | – | – | – | Std | Std |
| Rear parking sensors | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Electronic stability control | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Traction control | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Technology | |||||
| Bluetooth | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Hands-free calling | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Built-in internet access | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Navigation system | – | – | Std | Std | Std |
| Premium audio system | – | – | – | – | Std |
| Rear-seat DVD entertainment | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| Satellite radio | – | – | Std | Std | Std |
| Apple CarPlay or Android Auto | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Steering-wheel audio controls | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Touchscreen | Std | Std | – | – | – |
| Voice recognition | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Comfort | |||||
| Heated front seats | – | – | Std | Std | Std |
| Heated steering wheel | – | – | – | – | Std |
| Heated mirrors | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Power front seats for driver and passenger | – | – | – | Std | Std |
| Power driver's seat | – | – | Std | Std | Std |
| Leather seats | – | – | – | – | Std |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | – | – | Std | Std | Std |
| Front and rear climate zones | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Tilt steering wheel | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Cup holders | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Third-row seat | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Folding rear seat | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Exterior and convenience | |||||
| Alloy wheels | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Fog lights | – | – | – | Std | Std |
| Privacy glass | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Rear spoiler | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Roof rails | – | – | – | Std | Std |
| Power-folding mirrors | – | – | – | Std | Std |
| Power sliding doors | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| 12-volt power outlet | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Power windows | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Remote keyless entry | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Proximity keyless entry | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Push-button start | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Cruise control | Std | Std | – | – | – |
| Integrated garage-door opener | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | Std |
Complete certification table
1 configuration records.
| EPA ID / label | Engine / technology | Drive / transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 46503Carnival | 3.5L 6-cyl SIDI & PFIConventional | Front-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S8) | Regular | 19 | 26 | 22 | N/A |
Model-specific answer center
6 answers for this exact family-year.
Q01What changed on the 2024 Kia Carnival versus the 2023 Kia Carnival?
Model year
Nothing in the certification data changed, so the 2024 Kia Carnival carries the 2023 Kia Carnival's figures forward: 1 certification record labelled Carnival, 3.5L 6-cyl SIDI & PFI, front-wheel drive on regular, rated 22 combined MPG/MPGe and an EPA annual fuel cost of $2,850. Federal recall campaigns on file went from 4 for the 2023 to 2 for the 2024.
Source: FuelEconomy.gov certification records for both model years
Q02How did the 2024 Kia Carnival do in NHTSA's side crash and rollover tests?
Safety record
The 2024 Kia Carnival earned 5 stars in the side crash test (5 stars driver side, 5 stars passenger side) and 4 stars for rollover resistance, a 14% chance of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash. Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, read 2026-09-20.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program
Q03What size wheels does the 2024 Kia Carnival have?
Wheels and tires
The 2024 Kia Carnival's wheel diameter is 17 inches on the LX w/Seat Pkg and LX and 19 inches on the EX, SX and SX Prestige. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q04How do the 2024 Kia Carnival trims differ from one another?
Trims
All 5 trims share the 3.5-liter V6 (GDI) making 290 hp. The EX has heated front seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a navigation system and 2 more as standard equipment over the LX. The SX has power front seats for driver and passenger, fog lights, power-folding mirrors and 2 more as standard equipment over the EX. The SX Prestige has a heated steering wheel, an integrated garage-door opener, leather seats and a premium audio system as standard equipment over the SX.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q05What engine oil does the 2024 Kia Carnival take?
Maintenance
The 2024 Kia Carnival owner's manual specifies SAE 0W-20 engine oil. Source: 2024 Kia Carnival owner's manual. The 2023 model year has the same figure.
Source: Manufacturer owner's manual
Q06What brake fluid, refrigerant and key-fob battery does the 2024 Kia Carnival use?
Maintenance
The 2024 Kia Carnival owner's manual names DOT 4 brake fluid, R-1234yf air-conditioning refrigerant and a CR2032 coin-cell battery in the key fob. Source: 2024 Kia Carnival owner's manual. The 2023 model year has the same figure.
Source: Manufacturer owner's manual
This model year’s federal safety record
2 federal recall campaigns are on file for the 2024 Kia Carnival.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.
Federal filings for the 2024 Kia Carnival name structure, fuel system. These are the systems cited in recall documents for this model year specifically, not a survey of every fault owners report, and not a statement that any individual 2024 Kia Carnival is affected.
The 2023 Kia Carnival carries 4 recall campaigns and 50 owner complaints, against 70 here: 2 more recalls than the 2024.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation: Recalls API; NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation: Complaints API.
Live NHTSA evidence
Current federal safety records for 2024 Kia Carnival.
Exact-vehicle evidence desk
Check the exact vehicle, not just the model name.
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Ownership desk
Problems and maintenance decisions worth checking next.
Driver assistance and infotainmentFactory remote start does not workRoutine →Towing and traileringWhen a weight-distribution hitch is requiredRoutine →Diesel ownershipDiesel is hard to start in cold weatherSoon →Body, water and noiseWater collects on the front passenger floorSoon →Body, water and noiseMusty smell when the climate system startsSoon →Seasonal and storageRoad-salt underbody washing and corrosion checksRoutine →