# Kia Carnival specs and mpg by year - **Latest year:** 2027 - **MPG (combined):** 21-33 - **Drive:** FWD - **Years covered:** 2022-2027 ## Quick answer The 2027 Kia Carnival is a minivan - rated at 21-33 mpg combined. Engines: 3.5L V6; 1.6L 4-cyl turbo hybrid. ## Every 2027 Kia Carnival version | Version | Engine | Drive | Transmission | City/Hwy | Combined | Fuel cost / year | CO2 | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Carnival Hybrid | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo hybrid | FWD | Automatic | 34/32 | 33 mpg | $2,050 | 274 g/mi | | Carnival | 3.5L V6 | FWD | Automatic | 18/26 | 21 mpg | $3,200 | 428 g/mi | Each row is a version the EPA tested. Fuel cost assumes 15,000 miles a year (55% city) at national average prices; CO2 is tailpipe emissions. ## Kia Carnival specs by year | Year | Engines | Transmission | Drive | MPG (combined) | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 2027 | 3.5L V6; 1.6L 4-cyl turbo hybrid | Automatic | FWD | 21-33 | | 2026 | 3.5L V6; 1.6L 4-cyl turbo hybrid | Automatic | FWD | 21-32 | | 2025 | 3.5L V6; 1.6L 4-cyl turbo hybrid | Automatic | FWD | 21-33 | | 2024 | 3.5L V6 | Automatic | FWD | 22 | | 2023 | 3.5L V6 | Automatic | FWD | 22 | | 2022 | 3.5L V6 | Automatic | FWD | 22 | EPA combined ratings. MPGe is the EPA efficiency measure for electric cars. Ranges cover every engine and drivetrain EPA tested for that year. ## How has the Carnival changed over the years? - **2027:** combined mpg went from 21-32 to 21-33. - **2026:** combined mpg went from 21-33 to 21-32. - **2025:** added 1.6L 4-cyl turbo hybrid. ## What does it cost to run a Carnival? The EPA puts the 2027 Kia Carnival's fuel cost at **$2,050-$3,200 a year**, against about $2,694 for other current minivan -: about average. Over five years at 15,000 miles a year that is about $13,125 in fuel. ## Carnival vs rivals | Model | Powertrains | Fuel economy | Fuel cost / year | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Toyota Sienna](/vehicles/toyota-sienna) | Hybrid | 35-36 mpg | $1,850-$1,900 | | [Chrysler Pacifica](/vehicles/chrysler-pacifica) | Gas, Plug-in hybrid | 20-30 mpg | $2,250-$3,350 | | [Honda Odyssey](/vehicles/honda-odyssey) | Gas | 22 mpg | $3,050 | | [Chrysler Voyager](/vehicles/chrysler-voyager) | Gas | 22 mpg | $3,050 | Other current minivan - from other makes, most efficient first. ## Frequently asked questions ### What mpg does the 2027 Kia Carnival get? The 2027 Kia Carnival is EPA-rated at 21-33 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain. Real-world mileage varies with speed, climate and load. ### What engine does the 2027 Kia Carnival have? The 2027 Kia Carnival comes with: 3.5L V6; 1.6L 4-cyl turbo hybrid. It uses automatic transmission and is offered with FWD. ### Is there a hybrid Kia Carnival? Yes. The Kia Carnival has been offered as a hybrid in some model years; the table above shows which. ### Which Kia Carnival year gets the best gas mileage? In the EPA data, the 2027 Kia Carnival has the highest combined rating, up to 33 mpg. Ratings for the same model can change between years when engines or test procedures change. ### How much does it cost to fuel a 2027 Kia Carnival for a year? About $2,050-$3,200 a year, using the EPA's assumptions of 15,000 miles (55% city, 45% highway) at national average fuel prices. Your cost depends on your local prices, mileage and driving style. ### What is the city and highway mpg of the 2027 Kia Carnival? The most efficient 2027 version, the Carnival Hybrid, is rated 34 mpg city and 32 mpg highway (33 combined). Other engines and drivetrains are rated lower; the versions table above lists each one. ### How much CO2 does the 2027 Kia Carnival emit? EPA rates its tailpipe CO2 at 274-428 grams per mile depending on version. Lower is better; the cleanest gas cars sit under 250 g/mi and electric cars have none at the tailpipe. ### Is the Kia Carnival cheap to run compared with other minivan -? About average: its EPA annual fuel cost of $2,050-$3,200 compares with about $2,694 for other current minivan - models. Fuel is only part of running costs; insurance, tires and repairs also differ. ## Sources - [fueleconomy.gov (US DOE and EPA)](https://www.fueleconomy.gov/) ## More Kia models - [Kia EV6](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/kia-ev6) - [Kia EV9](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/kia-ev9) - [Kia K4](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/kia-k4) - [Kia K5](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/kia-k5) - [Kia Niro](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/kia-niro) - [Kia Seltos](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/kia-seltos) - [Kia Sorento](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/kia-sorento) - [Kia Sportage](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/kia-sportage) - [Kia Telluride](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/kia-telluride) - [Kia Forte](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/kia-forte): discontinued - [Kia Rio](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/kia-rio): discontinued - [Kia Sedona](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/kia-sedona): discontinued - [Kia Soul](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/kia-soul): discontinued - [Kia Stinger](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/kia-stinger): discontinued ## Other minivan -s - [Toyota Sienna](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/toyota-sienna) - [Chrysler Pacifica](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/chrysler-pacifica) - [Chrysler Voyager](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/chrysler-voyager) - [Honda Odyssey](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/honda-odyssey) ## Car care - [How long do tires last?](https://diagxcar.com/how-long/tires) - [How often to change oil](https://diagxcar.com/how-often/change-oil) - [Tire size calculator](https://diagxcar.com/tools/tire-size-calculator) --- Source page: https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/kia-carnival Updated: 2026-11-03 General information, not a substitute for a qualified mechanic.