All-new 2022 Kia Carnival multi-purpose vehicle transcends
IRVINE, Calif., Feb. 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The all-new 2022 Kia Carnival Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV) replaces the outgoing Sedona to become a multifaceted and unexpected companion. Staking claim on the unoccupied space between SUV and family hauler, the Carnival arrives with a new name and is the first vehicle to be sold in the U.S. with Kia's new logo proudly displayed on its sculpted hood. It pushes the boundaries on expected fronts in much the same way the Kia K5 did to redefine what a midsize sedan should be.
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Penned at Kia's California design studio, the Carnival wears a bold and boxy appearance and conveys the visual language found on the brand's recent and highly successful line of rugged utility vehicles - Telluride, Sorento, and Seltos. Inside, the three-row seven- or eight-passenger MPV delivers a premium level of refinement, savvy technology, and flexibility. And with best-in-class passenger room and best-in-class cargo room there is enough space to accommodate people, playthings, or plywood, depending on the day's errands...or adventures.
The Carnival is motivated by a 3.5-liter V6 engine making a best-in-class 290 horsepower. This powertrain provides up to 3,500 pounds of towing capacity for confident trailer, boat, or camper excursions. And that confidence is amplified by an expansive roster of standard Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS)(1). Together, these elements make Carnival an exceptional combination of modern design, capability, safety and luxury.
"The Kia Carnival is here to disrupt a staid segment and proves once again what is possible when conventions are shattered," said Sean Yoon, president & CEO, Kia Motors North America, Kia Motors America. "With its SUV-like character, our new multi-purpose vehicle delivers a combination of premium design, intelligent packaging, and an abundance of innovation in safety and technology. For these reasons, the Carnival is the first vehicle to proudly wear our all-new Kia badge and is a bold signal of things to come."
The 2022 Carnival will be offered in four trim levels: LX, EX, SX, and SX-Prestige. This all-new MPV is expected to go on sale in the second quarter of this year.
Rugged yet Refined Exterior
The exterior of the 2022 Carnival follows suit with Kia's recent signature boxy SUV style. This strong and confident design language directly connects to the crisp lines found on other recent Kia debuts:
-- Kia's modernized "tiger nose" grille gives substantial width to the face
and artfully integrates the high-tech LED headlamps
-- Dramatic hood lines enhance the vehicle's unexpected aggressive
character
-- Brawny wheel arches give a sense of volume to the body from the side
view
-- A bold cutline runs the length of the vehicle, joining front and rear
lamps
-- Large two-tone mirrors and black/chrome rocker panel moldings contribute
to the upscale look and feel
-- Sleek combination taillamps feature unexpected geometric shapes
-- Rear skid plate garnish and reflectors lend to an SUV-like presence
-- Robust 17- and 19-inch wheels and available gloss-black wheel design
bring style and strength to Carnival's athletic stance
Premium, Flexible and Innovative Cabin
Within, the Carnival's sleek design elements and quality materials come together to create a refined and sophisticated interior space:
-- The center fascia takes on a premium image with high-gloss black
surfaces
-- A chrome garnish runs the length of the dash to create a sense of space
and openness in the forward cabin
-- Integrated slim metal air vents are a modern touch
-- Three bold interior colors bring richness to this finely crafted
environment
In addition to the Carnival's elevated interior styling, the all-new MPV offers plenty of space for 7- or 8-passenger flexibility, comfort for long road trips, or jaunts to the local lumber store:
-- Best-in-class 168.2 cubic feet of passenger room
-- Best-in-class 145.1 cubic feet of cargo room (behind first row) in LX,
EX, SX trims
-- "Slide-Flex" seating for 8-passenger versions allow multiple
configurations including a sliding second row center seat which, when in
the forward-most position, allows the front passenger easy access the
baby or child riding in it. This seat also converts into a functional
table
-- Available heated and ventilated second-row VIP Lounge Seating with power
controls, wing-out headrests and leg extensions in up-level 7-passenger
configuration
-- Removable second-row seats and fold-in-floor third-row seats for
best-in-class cargo room (second row seats not removable in SX-Prestige)
The Carnival also offers a roster of special and innovative features to make travel easier, safer, and more enjoyable:
-- Standard hands-free opening power sliding doors with Smart Key
-- Available hands-free Smart Power Liftgate with auto-close (EX and above)
-- Available Smart Key with one-button open/close functionality for rear
sliding doors and liftgate (EX and above)
-- Rear Occupant Alert (ROA)(2 )uses ultrasonic sensors engineered to
detect child or pet movement in the second and third rows after the
doors have been locked. It then can notify the driver and surrounding
area by sounding the horn, illuminating the hazard lamps, and notifying
the driver through mobile phone via the UVO link app (EX and above)
-- Safe Exit Assist (SEA)(3): Audibly alerts the driver or passengers
opening their door not to exit the vehicle when the system detects
approaching traffic. The system can intervene to lock the rear doors
when the vehicle is equipped with available Power Child Lock
-- Rear Passenger View Camera with zoom and night vision to keep an eye on
children in the back seat, even after dark (standard on EX, SX,
SX-Prestige)
-- Passenger Talk cabin intercom system for clear communication between
passengers up front and in the rear (standard on EX, SX, SX-Prestige)
-- Passenger Voice Recognition allows second row occupants to control
numerous in-vehicle functions through voice commands by pushing a button
mounted on the ceiling (standard on EX SX, SX-Prestige)
-- Dual Rear Screen Entertainment Monitors with Wireless Apple and Android
device screen mirroring (standard on SX, SX-Prestige)
And like all of Kia's lineup, the Carnival offers a wide array of standard and optional technology, including:
-- Standard 8-inch touchscreen display with wireless Apple CarPlay and
Android Auto
-- Wireless smartphone charging(4 )
-- 12.3-in. navigation display(5 )
-- 12.3-in. full digital instrument cluster
-- Multi-Bluetooth(6 )connectivity
-- Up to nine USB ports for all three rows and two 110-volt power inverters
-- Bose(7 )Premium sound system, available with 12 high-performance
speakers
-- Bose Centerpoint technology converts stereo sources into a richer
surround-sound experience
-- Dynamic Speed Compensation analyzes the sound source and
automatically adjusts according to speed
-- UVO link telematics offers an array of advanced connected vehicle
features, such as:
-- Connected Routing: A new cloud-based route calculation system that
uses UVO cloud to calculate the optimal route using real-time maps,
predicted upcoming traffic info based on historical information and
AI to learn the preferred routes of users
-- Connected Weather: Provides weather information for more than 25,000
cities
-- Enhanced UVO voice assist feature allows voice control of the
vehicle's climate, seat and steering-wheel heating, audio system,
and other functions
-- Connected User Profiles: Allows customers to add an additional
driver profile to their vehicle. The drivers can have their
individual UVO accounts linked to the vehicle and access to the
remote features using the Kia Access App. The profile stores some
select settings in the UVO account and can be shared with other
compatible Kia vehicles
-- Calendar Integration: Designed to sync your Google or iCloud
calendar with UVO link allowing you to receive event notification
alerts while in the vehicle, and, in some cases, navigation to your
event's destination, if the address has been entered in the calendar
event
-- Last Mile Navigation: Gives you walking directions to your selected
navigation destination from up to one mile away through the Kia
Access with UVO link app on your compatible smartphone
-- UVO & Smart Speaker Integration lets customers use Amazon-Alexa or
Google-Assistant enabled smart speaker or device to remotely control
some functions (such as remote start)
-- Advanced notifications:
-- Engine Idle Notification and Automatic Engine Shut Off notifies
the driver via the UVO link app if the engine is left idling
and, after a pre-selected time, turns off the engine
-- Rear Occupancy Alert can send push notification alerts via the
UVO link app if movement is detected inside the vehicle
-- 911 Connect and Roadside Assistance will automatically attempt
to call 911 via the built-in UVO modem if an airbag deploys. For
non-emergencies, it can connect with 24/7 roadside assist and
share the vehicle's location
Built on a Better Base
The 2022 Carnival is underpinned by the same all-new 3(rd) generation "N3" platform as the capable Sorento and sporty K5. Kia's engineers made sure it was lighter, stronger and quieter than the outgoing architecture, and highlights include:
-- Expanded use of hot-stamped parts and ultra-high-strength steel for
increased average tensile strength and torsional stiffness that result
in better driving dynamics
-- Greater application of sound absorbing and insulating materials to
minimize road, wind, and engine noise
-- Aerodynamic improvements to wheels, front bumper, and mirrors to achieve
better fuel economy
Powered by a Single Source
The front-wheel drive Carnival keeps things simple with a single powertrain and best-in-class horsepower that is a perfect partner for this MPV's size and intentions:
-- 3.5-liter V6 GDI Engine
-- Best in class 290 horsepower at 6,400 rpm
-- 262 lb.-ft. torque at 5,000 rpm
-- 8-speed automatic transmission
-- 3500 lbs. of towing capacity
The Safety of Advanced Driver Assistance
As part of Kia's overall commitment to safety, the Carnival MPV has a more comprehensive list of standard Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) features than any in the segment, including these standard ADAS systems" (1):
-- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA): Assists the driver when
braking to help prevent a collision or lessen the effects in certain
conditions if a pedestrian or vehicle is detected in front. Uses
automatic braking to avoid or mitigate an impact.
-- Blind-Spot Avoidance Assist (BCA): Under certain conditions, can detect
vehicles traveling in the next lane. When a vehicle is "seen" in the
blind spot, the vehicle brakes the outer wheel under certain conditions
to help return the vehicle to its lane
-- Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist (RCCA): Helps detect most
approaching cross traffic when in reverse. When approaching cross
traffic is detected, the system alerts the driver and applies brakes
-- Parking Distance Warning-Reverse (PDW-R): Detects certain objects behind
the vehicle, issuing an audible warning when an obstruction is detected.
The warning tone chimes faster as the vehicle gets closer to the
detected object
-- Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) with Lane Following Assist (LFA):
Follows lane markings that the system detects and provides steering
inputs to help maintain the vehicle in the center of the lane and
includes Lane Departure Warning (LDW), which provides an audible warning
when the vehicle drifts from its intended lane
-- High Beam Assist (HBA): Detects oncoming traffic and automatically
switches off the high beam headlights then turns them on once traffic
has passed
-- Driver Attention Warning (DAW)(8): Senses inattentive driving patterns
and sends an audible/visual warning to alert the driver
In addition, the Carnival offers several available "Kia Drive Wise" Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) for additional peace of mind:
-- Segment-exclusive Blind-Spot View Monitor (BVM): Projects live video
view of adjacent lanes in the instrument cluster and activated via the
turn signal
-- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist-Cyclist (FCA - cyclist): Helps detect
cyclists in front of the vehicle and uses automatic braking to avoid or
mitigate an impact
-- Highway Driving Assist (HDA)(9). Uses federal highway speed limit
information from the navigation system and, under certain conditions,
will automatically adjust speed to be within the posted speed limit and
maintain distance with the vehicle detected in front
-- Navigation Based Smart Cruise Control-Curve (NSCC-C): Leverages the
navigation system to lower the vehicle's speed proactively before
upcoming curves
-- Parking Collision Avoidance Assist (PCA-R): Uses rear view camera and
rear ultrasonic sensors to help detect most pedestrians or nearby
obstacles when the vehicle backs out of a parking spot, warning drivers
with a chime and can engage brakes to prevent a collision
-- Surround View Monitor (SVM): Utilizes four cameras to provide a
360-degree perspective around the vehicle enhancing driver confidence in
tight parking situations
Kia Motors America - about us
Headquartered in Irvine, California, Kia Motors America continues to top quality surveys and is recognized as one of the 100 Best Global Brands. Kia serves as the "Official Automotive Partner" of the NBA and offers a complete range of vehicles sold through a network of more than 750 dealers in the U.S., including cars and SUVs proudly assembled in West Point, Georgia.*
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*The Telluride, Sorento and K5 are assembled in the United States from U.S. and globally sourced parts.
(1) No system, no matter how
advanced, can compensate for
all driver error and/or
driving conditions. Always
drive safely.
(2) Rear Occupant Alert is not
a substitute for one's
attention and may not detect
all movement within the
vehicle. Always check the
vehicle interior when exiting
the vehicle.
(3) Safe Exit Assist is not a
substitute for one's attention
and may not detect all objects
surrounding the vehicle.
Always pay attention to
traffic and to the area around
your vehicle when exiting the
vehicle.
4 Charging system only works
with select devices. Refer to
the vehicle's Owner's Manual
for warnings and instructions.
5 Distracted driving can result
in the loss of vehicle
control. When operating a
vehicle, never use a vehicle
system that takes your focus
away from safe vehicle
operation.
6 The Bluetooth word mark and
logos are registered
trademarks owned by Bluetooth
SIG Inc., and any use of such
marks by Kia is pursuant to
license. A Bluetooth enabled
device is required to use
Bluetooth wireless technology.
7 Bose is a registered
trademark of Bose Corporation.
8 Driver Attention Warning is
not a substitute for safe
driving and may not all
instances of driver fatigue or
inattentive driving practices.
Failure to pay attention to
travel conditions and vehicle
operation could result in loss
of vehicle control. Always
drive safely and use caution.
9 Highway Driving Assist is not
a substitute for safe driving,
may not detect all objects
around the vehicle, and only
functions on certain federal
highways. Always drive safely
and use caution.
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