What are the Kia Carnival Trim Levels?

There are five Kia Carnival trim levels to choose from:

  • LX
  • LXS
  • EX
  • SX
  • SX Prestige

The Kia Carnival is the perfect family vehicle. The lineup has basic features or top-notch features. Take a look at each Kia Carnival trim level to find the best one for you and your family.

Kia Carnival trim levels

Kia Carnival Trim Levels Explained

All Kia Carnival trims have the same performance features. The Carnival features a 3.5L V6 engine that makes 287 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque. It is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission and front-wheel drive. Kia Carnival models can also tow up to 3,500 pounds! With the same performance features, the difference between the models is going to be found on the interior and exterior. Take a look at the highlighted features of each Carnival trim level.

Kia Carnival LX

The LX is the entry-level with great standard features that aren't found in other family vehicles. Some of its features include:

  • Exterior Features: Power sliding rear doors, 17-inch alloy wheels with matte black finish, LED multi reflector headlights, LED daytime running lights, black & dark chrome grille, black window surrounds, silver finish c-pillar trim
  • Exterior Colors: Panthera Metal, Snow White Pearl, Deep Chroma Blue
  • Interior Features: 7-passenger seating, tri-zone auto climate control, 6-way manual driver's seat, sliding & removable 2nd-row seats, woven cloth seat trim, 12.3-inch touchscreen, 4.2-inch instrument display, 6-speaker audio system, wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, remote start, all-row charging ports, Wi-Fi hotspot
  • Interior Colors: Off-Black & Taupe Two-Tone Cloth
  • Safety Features: Exit Assist, Auto Emergency Braking w. Pedestrian, Cyclist, & Junction Turning Detection, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist, Rear Occupant Alert, Front & Rear Parking Sensors

Kia Carnival LXS

The next Kia Carnival trim is the LXS. This adds a few more features onto the previous trim. Some of its features include:

  • Exterior Features: Power sliding rear doors, 17-inch alloy wheels with matte black finish, LED multi reflector headlights, LED daytime running lights, black & dark chrome grille, black window surrounds, silver finish c-pillar trim
  • Exterior Colors: Panthera Metal, Snow White Pearl, Aurora Black Pearl, Deep Chroma Blue, Flare Red
  • Interior Features: 8-passenger seating with 2nd-row slide-flex seating, power driver's seat, SynTex seating trim, heated front seats, leather-wrapped steering wheel, leather-wrapped gearshift knob
  • Interior Colors: Off-Black & Taupe Two-Tone SynTex
  • Safety Features: Highway Driving Assist, Safe Exit Assist, Auto Emergency Braking w. Pedestrian, Cyclist, & Junction Turning Detection, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist, Rear Occupant Alert, Front & Rear Parking Sensors

Kia Carnival EX

The Kia Carnival EX sits in the middle of the lineup and has a great balance of premium and basic features. Some of its features include:

  • Exterior Features: Power sliding rear doors, 19-inch alloy wheels with gloss black and machined finish, LED multi reflector headlights, LED daytime running lights, power windows with one-touch auto, power-folding side view mirrors, smart power liftgate
  • Exterior Colors: Panthera Metal, Ceramic Silver, Ivory Silver, Snow White Pearl, Aurora Black Pearl, Deep Chroma Blue, Flare Red
  • Interior Features: 8-passenger seating with 2nd-row slide-flex seating, Passenger View-In-Cabin Camera, Passenger Talk-In-Cabin Intercom, rear seat voice recognition, wireless phone charger, 2nd-row & 3rd-row integrated window sunshades, sound-absorbing front door window glass
  • Interior Colors: Off-Black & Taupe Two-Tone SynTex, Deep Navy & Misty Gray Two-Tone SynTex, Off-Black & Tuscan Umber Two-Tone
  • Safety Features: Highway Driving Assist, Safe Exit Assist, Auto Emergency Braking w. Pedestrian, Cyclist, & Junction Turning Detection, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist, Rear Occupant Alert, Front & Rear Parking Sensors
Kia Carnival Trim Levels Explained

Kia Carnival SX

The Kia Carnival SX is the trim where you start to see even more standard premium features. Some of its features include:

  • Exterior Features: Power sliding rear doors, dual sunroofs, LED fog lights, auto rain-sensing windshield wipers, aero wiper blades, silver roof rails, 19-inch alloy wheels with black finish, matte chrome accents, available Dark Edition Package
  • Exterior Colors: Panthera Metal, Ceramic Silver, Ivory Silver, Snow White Pearl, Aurora Black Pearl, Flare Red, Astra Blue
  • Interior Features: 8-passenger seating with 2nd-row slide-flex seating, Passenger View-In-Cabin Camera, Passenger Talk-In-Cabin Intercom, heated and ventilated front seats, SynTex seat trim, LED interior lighting, 12.3-inch dual panoramic displays with navigation, Kia Connect, Digital Key 2.0
  • Interior Colors: Off-Black & Taupe Two-Tone SynTex, Deep Navy & Misty Gray Two-Tone SynTex, Off-Black & Tuscan Umber Two-Tone, Off-Black SynTex
  • Safety Features: 360 Degree Surround View Monitor, Auto Emergency Braking Technology with Junction Crossing Detection, Direct Oncoming & Evasive Steering Assist, Side Parking Sensors, Highway Driving Assist 2, Rear Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist

Kia Carnival SX Prestige

Finally, the last and highest Kia Carnival trim level is the SX Prestige. It is packed with top-notch features. Some of its features include:

  • Exterior Features: 19-inch alloy wheels with gloss black finish, dark exterior trim accents, black Kia & Carnival badging, LED projector headlights & taillights
  • Exterior Colors: Panthera Metal, Ceramic Silver, Ivory Silver, Snow White Pearl, Aurora Black Pearl, Astra Blue
  • Interior Features: Bose Premium audio system, leather seat trim, heated steering wheel, full display mirror with HomeLink, 11-inch Head-Up Display, available 7-passenger seating with VIP lounge seats package, available ambient lighting, available sound-absorbing 2nd-door window glass, available rear seat entertainment package
  • Interior Colors: Off-Black Leather, Deep Navy & Misty Gray Two-Tone Leather, Off-Black & Tuscan Umber Two-Tone Leather
  • Safety Features: 360 Degree Surround View Monitor, Auto Emergency Braking Technology with Junction Crossing Detection, Direct Oncoming & Evasive Steering Assist, Side Parking Sensors, Highway Driving Assist 2, Rear Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist
What are the Kia Carnival trim levels

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Now that you've done your research, it is time to start shopping. Browse our Kia Carnival inventory now and fill out the free online form. From there, one of our Kia Carnival specialists can help you find the perfect Kia Carnival model that fits your family's wish list!

What are the Kia Carnival trim levels?

There are five different Kia Carnival trim levels to choose from. Starting with the base-level Kia Sportage LX, then goes to the LXS, EX, SX, and SX Prestige. 

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