Kia’s flagship people-mover, the Carnival, has long been a favourite among Australian families, and the 2025 model year brings even more reasons to consider it. With two new hybrid variants, updated pricing, and a strong focus on practicality, the latest Carnival reinforces its position as one of the most versatile large vehicles on the market.
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Hybrid lineup grows: More choices for fuel-conscious buyers
One of the biggest updates for 2025 is the expansion of Kia’s hybrid offerings, now available in three variants (up from just one last year):
- Carnival S Hybrid ($56,100)
- Carnival Sport+ Hybrid ($68,330)
- Carnival GT-Line Hybrid ($76,630)
All hybrids use a 1.6 L turbo-petrol engine paired with an electric motor, producing 180 kW and 366 Nm while achieving an impressive 5.8 L/100km combined fuel economy. That’s a significant improvement over the petrol (9.6 L) and diesel (6.5 L) options, making it a compelling choice for families looking to cut running costs.
| Variant | Petrol | Diesel | Hybrid |
| Kia Carnival S | $50,570 | $52,800 | $56,100 |
| Kia Carnival Sport | $56,470 | $58,700 | – |
| Kia Carnival Sport+ | $62,800 | $65,030 | $68,330 |
| Kia Carnival GT-Line Lite | $66,770 | $69,000 | – |
| Kia Carnival GT-Line | $71,100 | $73,330 | $76,630 |
What features can you expect?
The 2025 Carnival keeps most of its design and features from the previous model, but continues to offer plenty of value:
Carnival S
- 8 seats
- 12.3-inch touchscreen with Kia Connect
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Keyless entry and start
- LED headlights and 17-inch alloy wheels
- Advanced safety tech like AEB, adaptive cruise control, and lane keeping
Carnival Sport+
- 18-inch wheels
- Power sliding side doors and power tailgate
- Heated front and second-row seats
- 360-degree camera and blind spot view
- Highway Driving Assist 2
Carnival GT-Line
- Dual sunroof
- Premium Bose sound system
- Ventilated seats and digital rear-view mirror
- Head-up display and Remote Smart Park Assist
- 19-inch wheels (18-inch on hybrids)
Colour options
The 2025 Carnival is available in a range of colours to suit different styles.
- Standard: Ceramic Grey
- Premium (+$ 700): Astra Blue, Flare Red, Panthera Metal, Snow White Pearl
- Sport+ and above only (+$ 700): Deep Chroma Blue, Aurora Black Pearl
The 2025 Kia Carnival builds on its reputation with more hybrid choices and solid efficiency gains. It continues to offer the space, features, and tech Australian families love—now with lower running costs and more flexibility.
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