Explore the 2025 Kia Carnival Hybrid Near Fresno, CA

What's New for the 2025 Kia Carnival?

The 2025 Kia Carnival arrives with subtle but impactful updates. On the exterior, it features a refreshed grille, redesigned headlamps, updated wheels, and newly styled tail lamps and lower body panels, giving it a sleek, modern look. The cabin has been refined inside with a revamped center console and a repositioned climate control panel now mounted on the dashboard. An improved infotainment system interface and an upgraded lane-centering system enhance the overall driving experience.

Performance

The Kia Carnival offers a strong performance for a family minivan. Under the hood, a 3.5-liter V6 engine delivers 290 horsepower and 262 pound-feet of torque. Paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission and front-wheel drive, the Carnival is designed to handle highways and rugged roads in Clovis and Merced with ease.

For added versatility, the Kia Carnival boasts a maximum towing capacity of 3,500 pounds, making it an excellent choice for road trips and hauling gear.

Technology

The Kia Carnival is packed with advanced technology. The base model includes wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, which seamlessly integrate with a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment display. Each row is equipped with USB ports to keep everyone's devices charged, while a six-speaker audio system provides excellent sound quality. Mid-level trims enhance the experience with an eight-speaker audio system, a wireless charging pad, a built-in navigation system, and an intercom camera with voice communication. Higher trims elevate the tech offerings with a digital instrument cluster, a head-up display, and a premium 12-speaker Bose audio system.

Interior

Take advantage of the abundant comfort inside with the 2025 Kia Carnival. The base model has tri-zone automatic climate control, heated front seats, a power-adjustable driver's seat, and second-row captain's chairs that slide and can be removed. Higher trims offer additional features such as a power-adjustable front passenger seat, a hands-free liftgate, and more premium amenities.

With ample cargo space, the Kia Carnival is designed to accommodate your needs. It provides 42 cubic feet of storage behind the third row, 86.9 cubic feet with the second row folded down, and a maximum of 145.1 cubic feet when both rear rows are stowed away.

Premium options on the SX and SX Prestige trims include ventilated front seats, a heated steering wheel, dual power sunroofs, and luxurious full leather upholstery.

Exterior

Striking and bold, the 2025 Kia Carnival makes a strong statement on the road. Prominent headlights frame its front grille, and the hood features the distinctive Kia logo. With an SUV-like presence and a stylish design, the Carnival stands out in Visalia and Fresno.

Safety Features

Frontal collision mitigation
Blindspot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alerts
Lane departure mitigation
Rear parking sensors
Safe exit assist
Rear seat reminders

The EX trim adds extra safety enhancements such as adaptive cruise control, which maintains a steady speed and reduces the need for constant pedal operation on long drives. Lane-keeping assistance helps make slight adjustments to keep the vehicle centered, while front parking sensors improve maneuverability in tight spaces. The SX trim takes safety a step further with rear automatic braking, a surround-view camera system, and a blind spot camera.