Official NRCan 2026 ratings · Prices in Canadian dollars

Kia Carnival2026Minivan

SX

GasolineFWD8 seats
MSRP$53,845freight and tax extra
Combined
11.3 L/100 km
City 13 · Hwy 9.3
Power
288 hp
up to
Drivetrain
FWD
Seats
8

2026 Kia Carnival SX: MSRP $53,845, freight, and a province tax estimate.

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Canadian price and payments

Sales tax by province
Estimated total price
MSRP$53,845
Freight and PDI$0
Dealer fees$0
Before tax$53,845
HST (13 %)$6,999.85
Estimated total, Ontario$60,845

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

$1,204.51

60 payments · financed $60,845 · interest $11,426 · 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.

MSRP per kia.ca Carnival model page (CAD, outside Quebec). SX 53,845. Excludes delivery & destination (amount not published; freight left 0). Verified 2026-10-12.

Checked : 2026-10-12. Source. Learn how we verify prices. This is not a dealer out-the-door quote.

What will energy cost?

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Cheapest to run: SX, $3,514/yr · $17,569 over 5 years

  • SX$3,514/yr

    5 years: $17,569 · $293/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.

Specifications

Source: NRCan

9 results

Powertrain6
Energy
Gasoline
Engine
3.5L 6 cyl
Power
288 hp
Transmission
Automatic (AS8)
Drivetrain
FWD
Seats
8
Fuel economy (NRCan)3
City
13 L/100 km
Highway
9.3 L/100 km
Combined
11.3 L/100 km

Quick Specifications

City fuel economy13 L/100 km
Highway fuel economy9.3 L/100 km
Combined fuel economy11.3 L/100 km

NRCan fuel figures copied from Carnival LX row (3.5L, 2026 Fuel Consumption Ratings 28 Sep 2026). 3.5L V6 288 hp per kia.ca.

2026 safety and 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 →

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Against the competition

Carnival vs rivals

The Kia Carnival (from $42,445) leads in 2 of 4 categories against 4 direct rivals.

  1. Starting MSRPCarnival$42,445Carnival: #1 of 2
  2. Combined fuel useSienna6.6 L/100 kmCarnival: #2 of 5
  3. Max powerCarnival288 hpCarnival: #1 of 2
  4. Vehonix efficiency scoreSienna10/10Carnival: #2 of 5
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Rivals matched automatically: same body style, other brands, closest starting price (or fuel use when the price is missing). Fuel and ratings: NRCan 2026. Prices: manufacturer MSRP before freight and tax. “Best” only reflects the figures shown.

Frequently asked questions

Sources: NRCan, checked MSRP

How much does the 2026 Kia Carnival SX cost in Canada?

The 2026 Kia Carnival SX starts at $53,845 MSRP (SX), before sales tax.

What is the fuel consumption of the 2026 Kia Carnival SX?

According to Natural Resources Canada, the most efficient configuration (SX) uses 11.3 L/100 km combined (13 city, 9.3 highway).

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

No. Every configuration NRCan rates is FWD.

How many seats does the 2026 Kia Carnival SX have?

8 seats, based on the rated configurations.

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