2022 Kia Carnival review // Van or SUV? Have a look...
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This is a Motormouth couple car review of the new 2022 Kia Carnival van. Kia has used a lot of styling cues from SUV and integrated them into this 7 or 8-passenger people mover. The large grill and chunky proportions blurs the lines between a minivan and mid-size SUV. In fact, Kia calls this an MPV. Powering this new 2022 Kia Carnival is a new 3.5L V6 engine with an 8 speed automatic transmission, 290 horsepower and 262 lb=ft of torque. It comes with FWD. This new minivan has a longer wheelbase than outgoing Sedona and this is a bit wider, but length is the same. Some standard features include, 8-passenger seating, 7-passenger in the US, LED positioning lights, silver painted grille, black grille insert, temporary spare tire, 17” wheels, 19” wheels are available on the top three trims. It comes standard with plenty of active safety features like, lane keep assist, lane follow assist, driver attention warning, forward collision warning, rear parking sensors, rear occupant alert and 7 airbags. Blind spot monitoring and rear cross traffic alert are standard on the middle EX trim in Canada. But, are standard on the base model in the US. As for fuel economy, the Carnival FWD gets 12L/100km city and 8.9L/100km highway. That’s 19 MPG city and 26 MPG highway. Competition to the Carnival includes, the Honda Odyssey, Chrysler Pacifica, Toyota Sienna Hybrid and the Pacifica Hybrid.
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Carnival makes the competition look so dowdy. Very handsome vehicle indeed. The Koreans are killing it right now. Great review guys!
That's a good way to put it.
I've had a couple of vans when my kids were younger, and I enjoyed the power, size and space. Now I'd love to have one again for car camping.
I think they should make a Carnival "X LIne" and give it AWD and a couple more inches of ground clearance. This might outsell the Telluride!
I agree... but the mpg would take a huge hit with extra weight.
I test drove EVERYTHING, even Mercedes GLS and ended up buying Carnival Prestige in ceramic silver! Love it! I’ve owned now 36 vehicles and this is by far my favorite. The second row sunroof opens which no one talks about! I traded in my Palisade for this!
How is carnival holding up?
@@xssfun I only kept it a year. I’ve had two Palisades since. I have vehicle commitment issues 😂🤣
@@LendingyourlightWait what! You went from a palisade to a carnival and then back to not one but two palisades???
The carnival has easily the best looks from a minivan I've seen
But the floor rails? I just see my kids getting crumbs in those gaping wide things
Great review! Although I am not in the market for a minivan, I had to watch you guys, always entertaining and informative. Thanks for another super review!
Awesome, thanks!
You two are my favorite car reviewers on TH-cam. You are both so knowledgeable about each vehicle and add great humor. I love the different viewpoints you each have. I watch each of your videos, even if I’m not interested in the car you’re reviewing.
That is so nice, thank you very much, glad you are enjoying all the content. We appreciate the support!
Wow, thanks!
i like your review. not as biased and not really talking only about the good features but also the bad ones in practical sense. also supporting canadian channel. love it
I’m in a total agreement with Zack about the engine in the new Sienna. I test drove the new Sienna and the lack of power when merging into the highway was a deal breaker for me. I finally convinced my wife to go test drive a minivan and the Toyota’s engine choice was no help me trying to convince my wife that a minivan should be our next vehicle. Thanks Toyota for making my goal even harder.
Wooo. I've been waiting for your video. Great job, Team!
Thank you so much!
Amen to the winter tires over AWD.
People nowadays prefer vehicles that can save them fuel like the Toyota Sienna which comes in hybrid across all trims. It is now the best selling minivan in the US. It only shows that people have come to realize that fuel economy matters more plus Toyota's proven reliability.😘
Awesome video Andrea! I laughed at you sit in 2nd row and Zack is planning to finish his coffee and take an nap. 👍🏻👍🏻
Oh he got really comfortable back there! lol! So glad you liked the video. :)
@@andreaspencer9813 Yes I did enjoy your show. Too bad that coffee holder is too far for you reach it. Cheers! ☕️☕️
@@10OF9OFBORG So true, I couldn't reach it. That's okay, I drank it after we finished the segment.
@@andreaspencer9813 👍🏻👍🏻
Awesome review with great details. Very nice camera work, too. Thank you!!
Thank you so much! - Andrea
I was excited for this review. I was never a hater of minivans (I owned a Windstar and I rent Caravans). As my Mother always told me... ‘its on the inside that counts’. So if I were looking for one with a smooth ride for distance or volume, ... easy decision. Besides, every Golfer (Hockey/Soccer parent) sincerely appreciates that ‘one Guy’ who has one... and is willing to be the designated driver. Or needs his 60” Plasma TV moved. Thanks for another review guys. It was a good one.
So true, these minivans always come in handy. This one certainly has a great drive and it's not lacking power.
Growing up my parents had a 1990 Chevrolet Astro, then 2007 Pontiac Montana SV6, my grandparents had a 1994 Chevrolet Lumina APV LS, then Chevrolet Uplander, I inherited the Uplander, sold it as I didn’t like it, but still had my grandmas to haul around so bought a 2006 Ford Freestar, recently sold it as my Grandma bought a 2020 Dodge GrandCaravan for me to drive her around in. I don’t have a spouse or children but these minivans are just so practical and handy! I really cannot complain about driving one.
And for a Contractor, Courier, Dog Groomer or even a Corner Store owner/supplier! They don’t have to limited to just transporting kids. And if you have ever had to pack a stroller/playpen!
Yep, it's noice. I don't know about you, but shiny parts like piano black and chrome reflect sunlight into my eyes.
You guys are so fun! Subscribed!
Welcome aboard!
I love your videos. They keep it real for us Canadians. I own a 16 year old Odyssey and have removed the middle seats because I go camping with it and have moved my house hold several times. I love the open space.Glad the Carnival has the ability to remove the middle seats. The Toyota Hybrid no longer has that option, so no Toyota for me, because of that and the lack of power in the hybrid 4 cylinder.
Thank you really glad you are enjoying our content!
I saw one yesterday in person for the first time. It is great looking! They need to add wheel arch cladding and it really would look like an SUV.
I love this can. I dont even have kids or want them lol but I would buy this van haha. Great review guys, wow! Love the color and all dang. Kia hit a home run in the styling department.
Thank you, glad you enjoyed the review.
Got a 2024 SX Prestige. Trick was getting it for MSRE. Typical Markups were $5-6K for the SX Prestige. I ordered it from a Kia Dealer on the wrong side of town who was hungry. Took 10 weeks from S. Korea. Aririved as 2024. Love it.. absolutely perfect. Never a Rattle or Squeel.. amazing smooth handling. Love the engine. It's a dual injection which eliminates concern for intake valve carbon buildup with Direct Injection. I use 93 Octane, and it's smooth as glass, Plus get another 3-4 MPG w/93. Truly the best minivan. I didn't want the complication of a turbo or Hybrid. The bare 3.5 has amazing power. The "InfoTainment" system is superb! Power Leather full recliners in the 2nd row. Take a nap at Rest Stops! 2nd Row windows and both sun roofs open up. It's practically a convertible. The driver's aids are the best I've seen. Full Lane assist, and adaptive Cruise control really is great in stop and go traffic. You can't go wrong. Toyota and Honda have some work to do!!
Small "Nit" is a full sheet of Plywood won't fit because the 2nd row is not removeable, although there is probably a way.
The Kia Carnival is demonstrating how a minivan can be. I'm sure the new Carnival will eat some of that mpv market up 😆🤣
Nice video. I really like the looks of this KIA and I agree with Zack about the V6 vs a 4 cyl hybid. I would like the quiet and power on long distance drives across Canada. Thanks! BTW, I can sleep after 2 coffees also. ;-)
Thank you, glad you liked it! Funny, how you guys can sleep after two coffee's, I can not.
I myself from Canada has ordered the top most SX trim with reclining seats and waiting for the delivery. I really wish Kia kept the door handles like a normal SUV. As it has power doors, no need to place the handles like a mini van. It should've been a great SUV look without adjacent handles..Kia pls do it so in the future, also please find a way to hide those tracks. It's easily doable, weld a small long thin piece of metal over the moving part, when the door opens, the part pops up and out with the internal lever. When the door closes, it will close and hide the gap..
Any discount for your SX trim?
@@smartmeatball I got a good deal. 👍 Now looking at the non availability of these cars, I'm blessed to own this. One of the best vans you can buy..
100% agree the V6 makes better sense in heavy vehicles like vans unless it's turbocharged or diesel.. in hilly and mountainous driving the hybrids like the sienna either runs out if stream as the battery depletes going up or engine braking is reduced as the battery state of charge changes when going down hill, very inconvenient..
Minivan is the most comfortable to sit 7 persons comfortably, its also the most spacious of all segments. If its not because of its image, minivan should sold lots better than what they deserved. You guys are spot on. Toyota has missed the marks when going from a smooth V6 to a buzzy inline 4 hybrid. Honda has a class action with Odyssey (Also Pilot/Passport)'s HondaLink infotainment in the US. Pacifica and Grand Caravan's FCA reliability remains iffy. This should be a great time for Kia to have another home run with Carnival.
The version you get in the US is very nice. Here in Australia we only get very basic versions that don't have VIP reclining chairs or touchscreens in the second-row (and no digital dash or automatic wipers).
Hi, great review! What about the touch screen entertainment tv's on the headrests?
Interior is a blast for kids, lots of things to cut, scratch & break lol
Andrea does a great job with these reviews. Zack is not too bad.
You can flip the middle seats forward kind of. You have to push the seat back power button, so it's slow, but it will move the seat back out of the way.
That's exactly what I did, it is very slow though, you are right.
Great video. Thanks.
I m from Hong Kong. I like van. We have a lot different vans in HK like Japan. I drove Toyota Noah in HK. In Canada, i m driving Ford Expedition. Still love van but 4WD is a must.
Thanks for watching, glad you enjoyed it.
Saw one on road it’s huge
I get some gm silhouette vibes from the looks. Just my 2 cents. 2 expressos and I can nap. Friendly review, as always.
So, nothing really works for you as a pick me up? 2 espressos would have me uncomfortably jittery for half a day
Kia, offer the SX Prestige with removable seats!!!!! Also, if you want it not to be a minivan, offer AWD. Agree with Andrea, they need to offer more options on the lower trims.
All this power going to front wheels only, how does it handle during acceleration, or does Kia limit the rate of power delivery?
Kia vehicles are cheaper in Canada because you get HALF the warranty. In the US you get a 10 year 100,000 mile (160,000km) warranty. In Canada, you get 5 years 100,000 KM warranty on the powertrain. So they get double the years and 60,000km more warranty. With Kia engine troubles and mass recalls that warranty exists to help Americans feel more confident in buying Kia.
Coffee naps are thing...and they are glorious!
Are bench 2nd row seats (8 seater) available with the sunroof model in Canada?
I have one and I get so much stares when driving and people asking what kind of car is it love how it looks
We are buying one this weekend. I never thought I would be so excited to buy a minivan
@@flowers9458 enjoy and prepare for people staring at you well not actually you the car 😉
@@raulrivera8796 it’s true. This one dude almost did a complete 180 staring at it that I thought he was gonna break his neck lol
@@flowers9458 my wife is always saying why are they staring at us 🤣
Lol I was one of them, but not because I don’t know this van. I’m making decisions from Toyota, Honda and Kia. Honda is the easiest one to get right now, but I don’t like the traditional exterior and outdated interior. Toyota’s 4 cylinder makes me hesitated. Kia is perfect but I worry about its reliability. Tell me what to do now. Plus waiting time right now, all makes me want to take over my leased BMW which is going to mature tomorrow 😂
Great review as always. Looking at a mid spec Carnival and comparing this to the mid spec Sienna will definitely make me think twice before purchasing. Hard too look past that MPG's of this compared to the Sienna if you're keeping this for 150-200k's. Also, as Zach would say, the Bank of Toyota is still the Bank of Toyota. Really tough choice, just got to go out and Drive them! Thanks!
Yes, absolutely Zack would say that. I will be curious to hear what you think of the drive of the Sienna vs. this Carnival. Quite a difference in our opinion.
I’m too much of a Toyota fan and hybrid owner myself. The Sienna is approaching 50% better fuel economy. What you can save on fuel over a year or two can add up to a lot of money for a young family to use somewhere else (trips, activities for kids, etc) other than at the pumps. For everyday driving the Sienna is the winner for me!
All the dollars you will save on fuel.. would just be barely enough or not enough spending when the time come to change your hybrid batteries that powers the electric motors.
Is there rear seat entertainment screens on the Canadian version ?
It's Cool Van .
Awesome review of Kia's new minivan.
Thank you very much!
It's called an LUV in Canada. Life utility vehicle
Another great review guys. Not a fan of the new name Carnival I think sounds weird for vehicle name. My opinion, still it is a very nice Van.
Thanks for watching, glad you liked it.
How about Pacifica's resale value in comparison with Odyssey, Sianna and Carnival?
Great review... Please review the Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid 2021 as well... Thanks...
We will, thank you!
I want 8 with 12 screen !! Why they don’t put options?
Wish it has hybrid with 1500w power outlet
The second seats does flip forward in the Prestige trim!
So if you don’t like the Sienna hybrid.
Wouldn’t this be better with the same V6 and plug in hybrid. So you get the best of both worlds?
My boys are 19 and 14 and I have purposely avoided mom-minivan life. But now I may have to consider?! However, not a fan of rear turn signal location.
Didn’t realize you made 5 videos a week! That is crazy!
We do!
Canada does usually get great prices on their Korean cars. This Carnival is much cheaper than it is in Korea!
yes our Hyundais especially the non-suv ones are very affordable
Great video! Is there a rear entertainment system?
Ours didn't have it, but you can get one.
How would it run in 8-9 inches of snow
I have a v4 outlander right now and despise how weak it is. I need more POWA!
chance you'll review honda odyssey and compare it with this carnival?
Why is front wheel only ?!! Isn’t bad for big car in Canada front wheel ?
And the award for Most Piano Black in a Vehicle Interior goes to....
....The Kia Carnival!
Pacifica stow-and-go .. just an unbeatable feature .. BUT I guess maybe people "mostly" do not need all the cargo area as there is so much back there. Chrysler stuff is SOOOO expensive now too.
I’m a retired empty nester and would like, an awd hybrid minivan with removable second row seats and 6-8” of ground clearance.
The Toyota sienna with the lifted package is the one for you
Only thing is 2nd row isn't really meant for being removed
Wondering if the drive train is an upgrade?
Were you quoting US prices? If so, please double-check them. In the US, the EX is $37,600, not $42k. $42k gives you the SX trim, which adds the surround view and ventilated front seats to the EX package.
Yes, I'm excited for the Pacifica Hybrid review! Question for that: would you recommend buying this refreshed Hybrid or wait a generation for when the battery takes you further? In other words, is this still a good option for the premium price (even after federal/prov. discount) even for only 52 km of electric only range?
Also looking forward their Pacifica review. Interesting to see what their take will be on a PHEV that can't be kept in dedicated EV mode.
Okay, great, thank you for the question. We are getting the Pacifica next week.
Can anyone point out or explain about the dollars you save on fuel compare to the dollars you'll gonna spend when its time to change the fleet of batteries that powers the electric motor.. ??🤔🤔
11:00 I think the main reason is actually (probably) because we (Canada) signed a trade agreement with the South Koreans?
The chrome C pillar is an eye sore. The huge center console prevents the front occupants from getting into the rear compartment. It’s a SUV wannabe, not a true minivan.
I think it’s funny that they don’t want to call it a minivan, but they put absolutely no effort in trying to hide one of the most obvious minivan traits (the door tracks) which the other manufacturers have been doing for many years, especially Chrysler and Toyota.
Great review! The name Carnival is terrible though…and Zack, not sure if you’ve been stuck in a winter storm in Alberta before. I wouldn’t give up AWD for just FWD (with an open diff I’m guessing) with winter tires. I’d rather give up the van space to get that extra traction.
Fair enough about AWD vs. FWD and winter storms. Thanks for watching, glad you liked the review.
I’ve always own a fwd sedan here in alberta and never had a problem driving in the winter,,i think this will handle the winter here no prob,,people here are exaggerating the winter,,
City or country driving? I live in the country, and driving my son to hockey to places that are anywhere from 2-5 hours away for a game or tournament, we’ve encountered some bad storms. I had FWD for years (including a Honda Odyssey) as well, and just driving in city didn’t encounter too many issues. The problem now is there are so many capable AWD SUVs to choose from with great space, and around the same price, I wouldn’t get a minivan again (I acknowledge that the sliding doors, and enormous space of a minivan is a trade-off). I should say, I drive a truck now, and I’ve got stuck in my own driveway as well - there’s days a FWD wouldn’t come close to making it up to my house ;-)
To me it looks like a dodge from the front and maybe older odyssey from the back
Hoping Hyundai will bring the Staria to Canada but not holding my breath..
Odd that the seats aren't removable in your model. Is that a Canada thing, because they are removable down here in the states?
Only in EX and lower trims. SX and above get non-removable, but those are lounge chairs.
Hey folks. I love your reviews. Seriously, I understand your “Mazda” pronunciation. I’ve heard it before, but it sounds foreign to me. I grew up in Niagara . Mahzda is okay, but please refrain from identifying it as a Canadian pronunciation.
Have you seen a Mazda Canada TV commercial?
Kia has to offer a rebadge service for all 2021/2022 vehicles. The old badge is so "old" compared to the new one. DO IT KIA!
Nice look but no AWD, so LOVE but no to choice at the end :(
Anyone knows the safety of this van? Thanks.
Why is the 11 passenger one not available?
Most likely cause it violates some safety standard by having the 4th row be pressed up against the far rear of the car. With that row up, there's literally no trunk too, so I think that would be a hard sell here.
what about the hybrid
Since it’s a man van, how much is the mother in law ejection seat option?
$1200 but worth every penny
@@Motormouth... lol
I think just missing back row entertainment (Canada), and awd
That dash in the Telly would be sweet.
Why do you think Kia is leaning towards double sunroofs instead of panoramic sunroofs?
Rigidity?
Panoramic sunroofs add alot of rattle noises in the cabin. It just looks good but it makew cars louder. Kia cars some of the quietest cabins
Actually for placing the A/C vents up top.
Hey Kia, it's a minivan with a brutal name 🎡
Why do you guys think Telly/Pali will get the 3.5L? Seems like less torque to me. I don't even understand why Kia made this engine. They should have just given it the same 3.8L from the SUVs.
Carnival was the name they used around the world. Sedona was the name they used in the U.S. They just made the name universal.
Lost us at front wheel drive. AWD is a must in our area. This looks and sounds amazing, just what we were looking for. Disappointing.
I want it badly. Never thought I would say that about a mini van. However, I am afraid to buy it and then soon after they implement the AWD.
Tire are the important factor here. Tires trump the driveline when it comes to daily driving.
This will probably be my next vehicle unless honda trumps everyone within a year/year and a half
Hi may I ask a question? I am living at Toronto and I am not sure if Carnival 9-seater model sells in Canada. 😊 Thanks
No, there is no 9-seater in North America
@@andreaspencer9813 Thank you so much for replying.
@@wangjialei1985 My pleasure!
2022 Kia Carnival already hit with a recall for leaking gas is that true?
I wonder if it's cause I'm in the process of buying one
So now I don't see any difference between a mini van and a full size suv except the sliding door! 🤔
How much is a Kia Carnival
I drive in sport mode
What is price in India
I’m with Zack get this sucker loaded up with Kids and all the luggage for summer vacation I want a V6. I don’t want to hear an engine screaming going up the BC mountains. Also I use winter tires on a Mini cooper S in Alberta and I’ve never been stuck out on the highway and I go all over the place 🤷♂️🤷♂️🤷♂️
The blinker on the bottom of the rear bumper really bothers me. Seems kind of dangerous.
I've been driving a Kia Sportage with such blinkers for 7 years without any problem.
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Four or all wheel drive for a van is a must or don't buy it.
Looks like a Ford flex. Didn't know to call that a van or SUV either.