Kia Carnival Specs, Engines & Dimensions (2021–2023) — Fourth Generation
The fourth-generation Kia Carnival is a large minivan built around sliding doors, three rows of seats and a flat, usable cabin floor. Here is what its mechanicals and equipment packages mean day to day.
One widely seen Kia Carnival engine here is the 2.2 CRDI turbodiesel, paired with an automatic transmission and front-wheel drive. A diesel powertrain suits a heavy, fully loaded minivan: strong pull from low revs keeps motorway cruising and hill climbing relaxed, while the automatic smooths stop-start traffic.
Kia Carnival trim levels sit on top of the mechanical version rather than changing it. The same 2.2 CRDI automatic can arrive as EX or Premium, with the higher grade generally adding comfort and convenience equipment. Since specification varies by market and year, check each individual car's equipment list.