![]() ![]() All-wheel drive is not on the menu, as the Carnival is offered as a front-wheel-drive model only. The Carnival is powered by a 3.5-liter V-6 churning out a healthy 290 hp an eight-speed automatic transmission is standard. The EX trim comes with several convenience features that help to justify the cost of upgrading, including a power-operated rear liftgate, an in-cabin intercom, and a voice-control system that allows rear-seat passengers to provide commands to the Carnival's infotainment system. The Carnival is offered in four trim levels ranging from the value-oriented LX to the deluxe SX Prestige, but the EX represents the sweet spot between features and price. Perhaps the only downside is the van's front-wheel drive-only layout, but we found that the 290-hp V-6 engine and a set of winter tires will put the Carnival on even footing with AWD rivals when the going gets snowy. All models come loaded with driver-assistance features and modern infotainment too. ![]() Opt for the second-row VIP seats and the Carnival is transformed into luxury transit with reclining buckets intended to make road trips with ornery kids a breeze. Minivan rivals such as the Chrysler Pacifica and the Honda Odyssey are slightly roomier, but the Carnival's low load floor and tall roof provide plenty of space for the average family's needs. Its blocky, upright design does its best impression of Kia's über-desirable Telluride SUV, but take a look inside and you'll find more to like in the Carnival. Not only is it practical, comfortable, and value-packed, but it also wears a handsome, SUV-inspired look that helps van-averse drivers avoid the cringe. ![]() We love singing the praises of minivans, and the 2024 Kia Carnival gives us plenty to croon about. ![]()
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