Carnival LX FWD has starting MSRP of $37,4901
Second-row Captain's Chairs now available on EX and SX trims
IRVINE, Calif., July 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ --Today, Kia America announced pricing and model-year updates for the 2027 Carnival MPV. Building on its SUV-inspired design, available hybrid powertrain, and class-leading passenger space2, the 2027 Carnival offers enhanced flexibility with newly available second-row Captain's Chairs on EX and SX trims, and updated exterior color options. Pricing starts at $37,490 MSRP (excluding destination).1
Pricing – MSRP (excludes $1,545 destination)1 | |
Carnival LX | $37,490 |
Carnival LXS | $39,490 |
Carnival EX | $41,690 |
Carnival SX | $46,590 |
Carnival SX Prestige | $51,590 |
Carnival HEV LXS | $41,490 |
Carnival HEV EX | $43,690 |
Carnival HEV SX | $48,590 |
Carnival HEV SX Prestige | $53,590 |
New for the 2027 model year, Carnival EX and SX trims now offer available second-row Captain's Chairs, providing customers with greater flexibility and improved access between the second and third rows.
Additional updates include the introduction of Iceberg Green exterior paint for EX, SX and SX Prestige models, while Flare Red has been discontinued. Rear Seat Entertainment will now be offered exclusively on Hybrid SX Prestige models equipped with VIP Lounge Seats3. The Dark Edition Package has also been expanded to the EX trim, bringing distinctive styling elements to a broader range of customers.
Connectivity and Convenience:
Standard 12.3" ccNC Navigation System with wireless Android Auto4, wireless5 Apple CarPlay6, and SiriusXM7 & Modem
Available dual 12.3-inch panoramic curved display with digital instrument cluster
Wi-Fi hotspot8 and Over-the-Air (OTA)9 update capability
Up to nine USB-C ports across all three rows, plus two 115V inverters and wireless phone charging10
Optional dual-screen rear-seat entertainment system with certain embedded streaming apps11 and OTA updates
Available VIP Lounge Seats3 with one-touch relaxation mode, heat/ventilation12, leg extensions, and available ambient mood lighting
Hands-free power sliding doors and tailgate with auto-close functionality
Available Digital Key 2.013 and available head-up display14
Advanced Driver Assistance Features15:
Standard Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist16 with pedestrian, cyclist, and junction turning detection
Available Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist17 and standard Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist18
Standard Lane Keeping Assist19, Lane Following Assist20, and Driver Attention Warning21
Standard Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go22 and available Highway Driving Assist 223
Surround View Monitor24 and Blind-Spot View Monitor25 available on higher trims
Rear Occupant Alert26 with radar sensor and Safe Exit Assist27
Parking Distance Warning28 (front, rear, and side) and Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist (reverse)29