S Diesel
$54,560 +ORC
- Powertrain
- 2.2L turbo-diesel 4cyl
- Fuel use
- 6.5 L/100 km
- Power
- 148 kW
Kia
2026 Kia Carnival
People mover
On sale nowHybrid
From $54,560 plus on-road costs
The KA4 Carnival was facelifted in late 2024 with new front and rear treatments, a redesigned cabin, and the addition of a 1.6L turbo hybrid.
From$54,560+ORC
Fuel use5.8 to 6.5 L/100 km
Power148 to 180 kW
Seats8
Warranty7 yrs / unlimited km
CarTell take
We haven't driven the Carnival yet. On paper, GT-Line Hybrid tops the range at $76,840 plus on-roads. The Sport+ Diesel is the sharper value if hybrid efficiency is not the priority.
Why consider it
- Eight real seats with a usable boot, plus a new HEV drivetrain claiming 5.8 L/100 km.
- Powered sliders and tailgate from SLi.
What to know
- FWD only, no AWD even for winter regions.
- Tow rating also drops to 1,650 kg on the HEV.
Who it suits
Big families who need eight real seats and a real boot. The new hybrid drivetrain makes the running-cost maths work without paying diesel premiums.
Small families
8 seats, 5-star ANCAP
Efficiency, charging and ownership
The numbers that matter day to day.5.8 to 6.5 L/100 km
Claimed fuel use
Combined cycle.
7 yrs / unlimited km
Warranty
Grades and pricing
6 grades for Australia, plus on-road costs.| Grade | Price from | Powertrain | Fuel use | Power | Key differences |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S Diesel | $54,560 +ORC | 2.2L turbo-diesel 4cyl | 6.5 L/100 km | 148 kW | |
| S Hybrid | $56,310 +ORC | 1.6L turbo-petrol hybrid | 5.8 L/100 km | 180 kW | Cheapest hybrid Carnival. 5.8 L/100 km claim, the new big-family pick. |
| Sport+ Diesel | $66,730 +ORC | 2.2L turbo-diesel 4cyl | 6.5 L/100 km | 148 kW | |
| Sport+ Hybrid | $68,540 +ORC | 1.6L turbo-petrol hybrid | 5.8 L/100 km | 180 kW | |
| GT-Line Diesel | $75,030 +ORC | 2.2L turbo-diesel 4cyl | 6.5 L/100 km | 148 kW | |
| GT-Line Hybrid | $76,840 +ORC | 1.6L turbo-petrol hybrid | 5.8 L/100 km | 180 kW |
S Hybrid
$56,310 +ORC
- Powertrain
- 1.6L turbo-petrol hybrid
- Fuel use
- 5.8 L/100 km
- Power
- 180 kW
Cheapest hybrid Carnival. 5.8 L/100 km claim, the new big-family pick.
Sport+ Diesel
$66,730 +ORC
- Powertrain
- 2.2L turbo-diesel 4cyl
- Fuel use
- 6.5 L/100 km
- Power
- 148 kW
Sport+ Hybrid
$68,540 +ORC
- Powertrain
- 1.6L turbo-petrol hybrid
- Fuel use
- 5.8 L/100 km
- Power
- 180 kW
GT-Line Diesel
$75,030 +ORC
- Powertrain
- 2.2L turbo-diesel 4cyl
- Fuel use
- 6.5 L/100 km
- Power
- 148 kW
GT-Line Hybrid
$76,840 +ORC
- Powertrain
- 1.6L turbo-petrol hybrid
- Fuel use
- 5.8 L/100 km
- Power
- 180 kW
Practicality and safety
8 seats
Seating
5-star ANCAP
Safety rating. Rated 2021
FWD
Drivetrain
Top rivals
Look at the alternatives if you want AWD (Carnival is FWD only), a cheaper buy-in (LDV Mifa), or a luxury van feel (VW Multivan, Toyota Granvia).
Frequently asked questions
How much is the 2026 Kia Carnival in Australia?
Pricing opens at $54,560 plus on-roads for the S Diesel and tops out at $76,840 plus on-roads for the GT-Line Hybrid, across 6 variants. Prices checked October 2026, so confirm with a dealer.
How efficient is the Kia Carnival Hybrid?
5.8 L/100 km combined claim from the 1.6L turbo hybrid making 180 kW combined.
How many seats does the Kia Carnival have?
Eight, standard across the range.
Can the Kia Carnival tow a caravan?
2,000 kg braked on the V6 and diesel grades, 1,650 kg on the hybrid.
The Kia Carnival in full
The KA4 Carnival was facelifted in late 2024 with new front and rear treatments, a redesigned cabin, and the addition of a 1.6L turbo hybrid. It remains Australia's best-selling people mover.
From$54,560+ORC
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