2022 Kia Carnival Review

Kia Carnival Performance.

One of the first things a prospective driver looks into is the power beneath the hood. As long as there is powerful performance, the rest of the features are added bonuses. For the terrain you’ll be going over, having strong performance is going to be vital.

The Carnival comes equipped with an impressive engine configuration, possessing a 3.5L V6 DOHC engine, paired with an 8-Speed automatic transmission and Front-Wheel Drive (FWD). This setup generates up to 290 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque.

Additionally, when properly equipped, the Kia Carnival is engineered to support a max towing capacity of 3,500 pounds. A great amount of power for all your traveling needs, from hauling your trailer or simply bringing along your recreation materials.

And when it comes to the fuel economy of the Carnival, it is more than welcoming, with an EPA-estimated 19 City/26 Highway MPG.¹ This Kia vehicle will get you where you want to be without hassle or issue.

The Carnival Safety Features.

Everyone wants to feel secure in their machine, and that’s no different with the Kia Carnival. Designed with your safety in mind, this Kia vehicle comes equipped with the Kia Drive Wise Driver Assist Technology suite.

While the Kia Carnival has an extensive list of safety features, we’ll be focusing on the Kia Drive Wise tech suite. It has six different features, such as: Auto Emergency Braking Technology, Rear Occupant Alert with Ultrasonic Sensors, Blind Spot Detection Technology, and additionally:

• Rear Cross-Traffic Alert and Avoidance
• Lane Keeping & Lane Following Technology
• Safe Exit Assist (SEA).

These features help keep you safe in multiple ways. From the auto emergency braking that helps prevent collisions or worse, to blind spot detection tech that’ll make your commute a smoother and safer one.  Rear Cross-Traffic Alert and Avoidance make a busy commute less dangerous as the Kia vehicle gives you alerts and updates so that you can change lanes without encountering a problem.

The Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Departure Warning, and Lane Following Assist are features that are helpful when, for one reason or another, you have trouble staying in your lane; the Carnival will take over and employ tech to ensure you remain in your lane. Finally, Safe Exit Assist works in conjunction by calculating the safest point of which to exit traffic without experiencing any issues.

Kia Carnival Infotainment.

Staying connected is more important than ever. The Kia Carnival has it all in spades. It is decked out with infotainment options that tech-savvy drivers would delight in.

Starting off, the Carnival comes with an 8-inch touchscreen that has both Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ integration. With either of these apps, you’ll be able to use Google Maps™, send and receive texts, or even talk to Siri®.

Not only that, but the Bluetooth® wireless technology and hands-free phone and audio streaming allows you to keep your focus on the road and both hands on the wheel. Not to be forgotten, but the voice recognition software allows you to directly communicate with your Carnival.