2027 Kia Carnival Packs 288 HP From a 3.5L V6 and Tows Up to 3,500 lb

Planning a season of camping trips, lake weekends, and long highway drives across Alberta takes a vehicle that can carry the whole family plus the gear. The 2027 Kia Carnival will arrive as a minivan built around exactly that kind of life, with V6 power, a hybrid option, real towing ability, and one of the roomiest interiors in its class.

Families across Alberta will be able to learn more about the Carnival as it is expected to arrive later this year. Here is a plain-language look at how its powertrains, towing numbers, fuel economy, and cabin space line up with the way Alberta families actually use their vehicles through every season.

Two Powertrains for Two Kinds of Drivers

The 2027 Carnival will be offered with a choice of two front-wheel-drive powertrains, so families can pick the one that matches their driving.

The gas V6 is the muscle option:

• 3.5L V6 GDI Lambda engine, 3,470 cc
• 288 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque
• Eight-speed automatic transmission
• 0 to 100 km/h in 8.4 seconds
• Runs on regular unleaded fuel

The hybrid is the efficiency option:

• 1.6L turbocharged four-cylinder, 1,598 cc
• Electric motor rated at 72 hp and 224 lb-ft of torque
• Combined output of 242 hp and 270 lb-ft of torque
• Six-speed automatic transmission
• 0 to 100 km/h in 9.3 seconds
• Also runs on regular unleaded fuel

Both setups send power to the front wheels, and both keep fuel simple by using regular unleaded.

Fuel Economy That Stretches the Tank

Fuel stops add up on a long Alberta road trip, so the numbers matter. The Carnival carries a 72 L fuel tank with both powertrains.

The V6 returns an estimated 12.9 L/100 km city, 9.3 L/100 km highway, and 11.3 L/100 km combined. The hybrid drops those figures sharply to an estimated 6.9 L/100 km city, 7.5 L/100 km highway, and 7.2 L/100 km combined. For families logging high kilometres, the hybrid can mean far fewer fill-ups between destinations.

Towing the Trailer, the Boat, or the Camper

A minivan that can pull a load opens up summer plans. With trailer brakes, the V6 Carnival is rated to tow up to 3,500 lbs (1,588 kg), while the hybrid is rated up to 3,000 lbs (1,361 kg).

Kia supports the towing job with practical hardware:

• Trailer pre-wiring included
• Trailer Stability Assist available
• A trailer package standard across ICE and HEV trims

That combination gives boating and camping families a sensible way to bring the gear along.

Space for People and Gear in Every Season

The Carnival is a big, usable box on wheels. It measures 5,155 mm long and 1,995 mm wide, riding on a 3,090 mm wheelbase. That footprint translates into a roomy cabin and a maximum cargo volume of 4,110 L with the seats configured for hauling.

Seating depends on the trim. The SX seats eight passengers, while the SX+ is set up for seven with second-row captain’s chairs. Removable second-row seating is available across the lineup, so families can switch between people-hauling and cargo-hauling as the weekend demands.

Technology and Safety on Board

The Carnival keeps the driver informed and connected with a 12.3-inch navigation display and Kia Connect with over-the-air updates across all trims. The LX and LX+ pair that navigation screen with a 4-inch digital cluster, while the EX and above step up to the curved dual 12.3-inch setup with a 12.3-inch digital cluster. An 11-inch head-up display is available on equipped models.

Driver-assist and safety features available on the Carnival include:

• Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist 2.0 (FCA 2.0)
• Highway Driving Assist 2 (HDA 2)
• Advanced Smart Cruise Control
• Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control with Stop and Go
• Kia Connect with over-the-air (OTA) updates
• Driver knee airbag and front centre airbag

Wheels range from 17-inch on lower trims to 19-inch alloys on higher trims.

Trims

The 2027 Carnival will be offered in LX, LX+, EX, EX+, SX, and SX+ trims. 

At a Glance: 2027 Kia Carnival

Next Steps

With strong V6 output, an efficient hybrid alternative, useful towing ratings, and a cabin sized for the whole crew, the 2027 Kia Carnival is shaping up to be a smart fit for Alberta families who want one vehicle for the camping, boating, and road-trip seasons. To walk through trims and powertrains in person when it arrives later this summer, visit the team at Straightline Kia Medicine Hat to see which Carnival suits your family best.

To learn more about the 2026 Kia Carnival, visit Kia.ca