On September 16, 2025, Kia officially launched the upgraded version of the Carnival MPV in the Vietnamese market. This large MPV offers four versions, including the 2.2D Luxury 8S, 2.2D Premium 8S, 2.2D Premium 7S, and 2.2D Signature 7S, with prices ranging from 1.299 to 1.589 billion VND.
There is a considerable price difference between the four versions of the Kia Carnival 2025. So, how do the equipment and specifications of these four versions differ? Let’s explore this through the following article.
Comparing the Exterior Equipment of the Kia Carnival 2025 in Four Versions
| Category | 2.2D Luxury 8S | 2.2D Premium 8S | 2.2D Premium 7S | 2.2D Signature 7S |
| Dimensions (Length x Width x Height) in mm | 5,155 x 2,010 x 1,775 | 5,155 x 2,010 x 1,775 | 5,155 x 2,010 x 1,775 | 5,155 x 2,010 x 1,775 |
| Wheelbase in mm | 3,090 | 3,090 | 3,090 | 3,090 |
| Turning Radius in meters | 5.8 | 5.8 | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Headlights | LED | LED | LED | LED Projector |
| Automatic On/Off Headlights | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic High/Low Beam | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Front LED Fog Lights | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Taillights | Halogen | LED | LED | LED |
| Automatic Wipers | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Side Mirrors | Electric adjustment, folding, integrated turn signals | Electric adjustment, folding, integrated turn signals | Electric adjustment, folding, integrated turn signals | Electric adjustment, folding, integrated turn signals |
| Alloy Wheels | 19-inch | 19-inch | 19-inch | 19-inch |
| Tire Specifications | 235/55 R19 | 235/55 R19 | 235/55 R19 | 235/55 R19 |
| Electric Sliding Doors | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Side Steps | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Electric Tailgate | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Dual Sunroof | No | No | No | Yes |
Comparison of exterior equipment of Kia Carnival 2025 in four versions.
The standard 2.2D Luxury 8S version of the Kia Carnival 2025 is priced at 1.299 billion VND, a full 180 million VND cheaper than the 2.2D Premium 8S version. True to the saying “you get what you pay for”, the standard version of this large MPV features exterior equipment such as LED headlights with auto on/off function, LED daytime running lights, halogen taillights, electrically adjustable and folding side mirrors with turn signals, automatic wipers, electric sliding doors, 19-inch alloy wheels, roof rails, and side steps.
Kia Carnival 2025 2.2D Luxury 8S Standard Version.
Thus, compared to the 2.2D Premium 8S version, the standard version of the Kia Carnival 2025 lacks equipment such as automatic high/low beam, front LED fog lights, LED taillights, and electric tailgate. The top-of-the-line 2.2D Signature 7S version features LED projector headlights and a dual sunroof.
Kia Carnival 2025 2.2D Signature 7S Top-of-the-line Version.
Comparing the Interior Equipment of the Kia Carnival 2025 in Four Versions
| Category | 2.2D Luxury 8S | 2.2D Premium 8S | 2.2D Premium 7S | 2.2D Signature 7S |
| Number of Seats | 8 | 8 | 7 | 7 |
| Seat Material | Leather | Leather | Leather | Leather |
| Driver’s Seat | 10-way power adjustment | 12-way power adjustment, memory function | 12-way power adjustment, memory function | 12-way power adjustment, memory function |
| Front Passenger Seat | Manual adjustment | 6-way power adjustment | 6-way power adjustment | 6-way power adjustment |
| Heated and Ventilated Front Seats | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Second-Row Seats | Manual adjustment, removable, 180-degree rotation | Manual adjustment, removable, 180-degree rotation | Power adjustment, one-touch reclining, integrated footrest | Power adjustment, one-touch reclining, integrated footrest |
| Heated and Ventilated Second-Row Seats | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Paddle Shifters | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Heated Steering Wheel | No | No | No | Yes |
| Instrument Cluster | Analog + 4.2-inch multi-information display | 12.3-inch digital | 12.3-inch digital | 12.3-inch digital |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch touchscreen | 12.3-inch touchscreen | 12.3-inch touchscreen | 12.3-inch touchscreen |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Sound System | 6 speakers | 6 speakers | 6 speakers | 12-speaker Bose system |
| Air Conditioning | 3-zone automatic | 3-zone automatic | 3-zone automatic | 3-zone automatic |
| Air Vents for All Three Rows | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| USB Ports | Type C | Type C | Type C | Type C |
| Wireless Phone Charging | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Ambient Lighting | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Auto-dimming Rearview Mirror | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Window Sunshades | No | For second and third rows | For second and third rows | For second and third rows |
| Electronic Gear Selector | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cargo Volume in liters | 1,139 – 4,110 | 1,139 – 4,110 | 1,139 – 2,460 | 1,139 – 2,460 |
| Smart Key | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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