Official NRCan 2026 ratings · Prices in Canadian dollars

Kia

2026 Kia Carnival

10 NRCan-rated configurations of the 2026 Kia Carnival, 7.2 to 11.3 L/100 km combined, MSRP from $42,445.

Combined
7.2 L/100 km
City 6.9 · Hwy 7.5
Power
288 hp
up to
Drivetrain
FWD
Seats
8

Trims and prices

Source: NRCan
2026 Kia Carnival trims
TrimLXLX+EXEX+SXSX+HEV LX+HEV EXHEV SXHEV SX+
PowertrainGasolineGasolineGasolineGasolineGasolineGasolineHybridHybridHybridHybrid
TransmissionAutomatic (AS8)Automatic (AS8)Automatic (AS8)Automatic (AS8)Automatic (AS8)Automatic (AS8)Automatic (AM6)Automatic (AM6)Automatic (AM6)Automatic (AM6)
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWDFWDFWDFWDFWDFWDFWD
Horsepower288 hp288 hp288 hp288 hp288 hp288 hp————
City (NRCan)13 L/100 km13 L/100 km13 L/100 km13 L/100 km13 L/100 km13 L/100 km6.9 L/100 km6.9 L/100 km6.9 L/100 km6.9 L/100 km
Highway (NRCan)9.3 L/100 km9.3 L/100 km9.3 L/100 km9.3 L/100 km9.3 L/100 km9.3 L/100 km7.5 L/100 km7.5 L/100 km7.5 L/100 km7.5 L/100 km
Combined (NRCan)11.3 L/100 km11.3 L/100 km11.3 L/100 km11.3 L/100 km11.3 L/100 km11.3 L/100 km7.2 L/100 km7.2 L/100 km7.2 L/100 km7.2 L/100 km
CO2266 g/km—————169 g/km———
MSRP$42,445$45,945$48,845$50,845$53,845$55,845$48,395$51,295$56,395$58,395

Canadian price and payments

Sales tax by province
Estimated total price
MSRP$42,445
Freight and PDI$0
Dealer fees$0
Before tax$42,445
HST (13 %)$5,517.85
Estimated total, Ontario$47,963

General sales tax rates. Some provinces use different rates for vehicles (for example higher BC PST tiers above $55,000). This is not a dealer quote.

Estimated monthly payment

$949.50

60 payments · financed $47,963 · interest $9,007 · tax 13 % (ON)

Estimate only. The 6.99% rate is an example; use your lender’s rate. Leases assume tax on each payment and exclude acquisition, excess-kilometre and end-of-lease fees. This is not a credit offer.

What will energy cost?

Based on your kilometres and prices
Example prices, edit to your local price

Cheapest to run: HEV LX+, $2,223/yr · $11,114 over 5 years

  • LX$3,514/yr

    5 years: $17,569 · $293/month

  • LX+$3,514/yr

    5 years: $17,569 · $293/month

  • EX$3,514/yr

    5 years: $17,569 · $293/month

  • EX+$3,514/yr

    5 years: $17,569 · $293/month

  • SX$3,514/yr

    5 years: $17,569 · $293/month

  • SX+$3,514/yr

    5 years: $17,569 · $293/month

  • HEV LX+$2,223/yr

    5 years: $11,114 · $185/month

  • HEV EX$2,223/yr

    5 years: $11,114 · $185/month

  • HEV SX$2,223/yr

    5 years: $11,114 · $185/month

  • HEV SX+$2,223/yr

    5 years: $11,114 · $185/month

Estimate from NRCan city and highway ratings, your split and your prices. Plug-in hybrids are calculated on gasoline unless comparison is on. Real-world use varies, especially in winter.

Canadian spec checklist

NRCan data

Drivetrain for winter

Not available

Front- or rear-wheel drive only. Plan on good winter tires.

Combined fuel use (NRCan)

7.2–11.3 L/100 km

Price and fees

MSRP $42,445–$58,395

Freight and PDI extra.

Source: Natural Resources Canada 2026 Fuel Consumption Guide open data, for every rated configuration.

Quick Specifications

City fuel economy6.9 L/100 km
Highway fuel economy7.5 L/100 km
Combined fuel economy7.2 L/100 km

Fuel economy

Natural Resources Canada rates the 2026 Kia Carnival at 7.2 to 11.3 L/100 km combined, depending on the configuration.

Safety recalls

Transport Canada

1 safety recall on file for the 2026 Kia Carnival.

Lights And InstrumentsA software problem could cause the instrument cluster display to go blank while driving.2026 · Recall 2026-032 · 2026-01-26 · 2,710 vehicles in Canada

Issue

On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the instrument cluster display to go blank while driving. As a result, you may not be able to see certain information about the vehicle, including the speedometer, fuel gauge, tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), warning lights and malfunction tell-tales.

Note: This recall only affects certain vehicles equipped with a 12.3-inch instrument cluster display. For the Sorento model, this recall only affects hybrid and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) models. For the Carnival model, both gas and hybrid models are affected. For the Sportage model, gas, hybrid and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) models are affected.

Safety Risk

Warnings, tell-tales and gauges that don't display could increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Actions

Kia will notify owners by mail and send a wireless over-the-air software update to eligible vehicles to update the instrument cluster software. Alternatively, you may schedule an appointment to have the update performed at a Kia dealership.

Filed under Carnival · Official Transport Canada notice ↗

Recalls Transport Canada has filed under this model name. A recall may cover only some versions or build dates, so check your VIN with the manufacturer or a dealer. Transport Canada says manufacturers almost always make these repairs free of charge. How to check your vehicle →

2026 Kia Carnival: frequently asked questions

Sources: NRCan, checked MSRP

How much does the 2026 Kia Carnival cost in Canada?

The 2026 Kia Carnival starts at $42,445 MSRP (LX), before sales tax. Checked prices run from $42,445 to $58,395 across 10 configurations.

What is the fuel consumption of the 2026 Kia Carnival?

According to Natural Resources Canada, the most efficient configuration (HEV LX+) uses 7.2 L/100 km combined (6.9 city, 7.5 highway). The 10 rated configurations range from 7.2 to 11.3 L/100 km.

Is the 2026 Kia Carnival available with all-wheel drive?

No. Every configuration NRCan rates is FWD.

How many seats does the 2026 Kia Carnival have?

7 to 8 seats depending on the configuration, based on the rated configurations.

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