The all-new Kia Carnival has been spotted in Hanoi, suggesting an imminent launch in the Vietnamese market. The MPV was seen at a vehicle emission testing center, with its front and rear ends covered. However, its distinctive wheel design gave away its identity.
The Kia Carnival 2025 spotted in Vietnam showcases design changes similar to those seen in international markets. The new model features updated exterior details, including vertically oriented headlights, daytime running lights, and taillights inspired by constellations. The iconic “tiger-nose” grille, wheel design, front and rear bumpers have also been enhanced.
Kia Carnival 2025 boasts a refreshed front-end design.
The new taillights are a prominent feature of the vehicle.
Depending on the trim level, the Kia Carnival 2025 will be offered with 18-inch or 19-inch wheels.
The interior of the Kia Carnival 2025 in Vietnam is expected to continue offering two seating configurations: 7-seater and 8-seater. It is likely to feature a large curved display that integrates a digital instrument cluster and a 12.3-inch central touchscreen, similar to the international model.
The 7-seater interior of the Kia Carnival 2025.
Additionally, the international version of the Kia Carnival 2025 is equipped with front seats that offer power adjustment, heating, and ventilation. The second-row seats provide a relaxation feature and electrically adjustable leg rests with ventilation. Other features include a Bose 12-speaker audio system, tri-zone automatic climate control, smart key, push-button start, wireless phone charging, a dual-pane sunroof, and a 360-degree camera.
Interior of the Kia Carnival 2025 in the Indonesian market.
In terms of safety, the Kia Carnival 2025 is expected to offer advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), including adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, lane-following assist, automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert when reversing.
Details about the powertrain options for the Kia Carnival 2025 in Vietnam are not yet available. In Indonesia, the MPV is offered with two engine choices: a 2.2-liter Smartstream CRDi 4-cylinder DOHC diesel engine that produces 199 horsepower and 441 Nm of torque, paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission and front-wheel drive.
The second option is a new hybrid powertrain, combining a 1.6-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder gasoline engine with an electric motor and a 6-speed automatic transmission. This setup delivers a combined output of 245 horsepower and 366 Nm of torque. According to the manufacturer, the fuel efficiency is rated at 13.5 km/l (7.4 l/100 km).
The launch date and pricing for the Kia Carnival 2025 in Vietnam remain unknown. Currently, the MPV is available in seven different trim levels, with prices ranging from 1.189 billion to 1.759 billion VND.
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