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2016 Kia Carnival
The new Kia Carnival is a Mpv offered in a 5D MPV body style. Available in Australia from $41,490 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the variant and topping out at $60,990 for the.
Engine options include 3.3L petrol direct injection (206kW/336Nm) and 2.2L turbo diesel common rail (147kW/440Nm). All variants feature 6-speed automatic transmission. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
The new 2016 Carnival is offered with a 7 year, unlimited km warranty.
Retail Price
$41,490 - $60,990†
Transmission
6-speed auto
Driven Wheels
Front
Fuel Type
Unleaded or Diesel
Body Types
MPV
Powertrain Type
Combustion
Retail Price
$41,490 - $60,990†
Transmission
6-speed auto
Driven Wheels
Front
Fuel Type
Unleaded or Diesel
Body Types
MPV
Powertrain Type
Combustion
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2016 Kia Carnival
Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
2016 Kia Carnival
Available Variants
The Kia Carnival comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being S and the most expensive being Platinum.
2016 Kia Carnival
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Power to Weight
68.37 - 98.1 kW/t
45.15 kW/t
98.1 kW/t
Boot Space
960 litres
492 litres
960 litres
Fuel Efficiency
7.7 - 11.6 L/100km
6 L/100km
11.6 L/100km
Vehicle Range
690 - 1,039 km
690 km
1,039 km
Price
$41,490 - $60,990
$31,490
$60,990
Warranty (Years)
7 years
3 years
7 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 2 years
1 year
2 years
Service Interval
12 months
12 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,875 kg
2,200 kg
3,030 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
2,000 kg
1,000 kg
2,000 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
171 mm
150 mm
222 mm
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S
2026
$52,070
Sport
2026
$57,970
Sport+
2026
$64,300
Gt Line Lite
2026
$68,270
Gt Line
2026
$72,600
Gt-Line
2026
$76,630
Year
2026
Engine Type
3.5L Combustion
2.2L Combustion
1.6L Hybrid
Fuel
Unleaded
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Body Type
MPV
Number of Doors
5 Doors
Drivetrain
Front
Maximum Power
216 kW
148 kW
180 kW
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2016 Kia Carnival
Dimensions
5,115 mm
1,985 mm
1,755 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 5,115 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,985 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,755 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,060 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,200 mm |
| Load Capacity | 775 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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Sales Data
Kia Carnival Sales rolling 12-months#
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Frequently Asked Questions
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The Kia Carnival is built in Korea and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Kia Carnival is the undefined which weighs 2875 kg (kerb weight).
The Kia Carnival may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Unleaded or Diesel.
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