After the visualizations, it’s time for the official graphics presenting the new Kia Carnival in all its glory. The car stylistically turns towards American SUVs, while remaining a practical, family minivan.
The new Carnival is part of the current stylistic language of larger Kia models created primarily for the US market. In the front shapes we can see references to the Telluride model , and even more so the new Sorento presented not so long ago .
The massive radiator grille finished with a chrome grille smoothly turns into sharply drawn headlights, which you may like. Thanks to such lines, the car especially in the front part looks more like a luxury SUV than a minivan. However, it is still a bit calmer.
A large sliding door for rear passengers leave no doubt as to what type of car we are dealing with. Like the huge and hovering boot lid. This boxy, no small body should easily accommodate 8 people and a lot of luggage. However, we still have to wait a while for the exact dimensions.
The exact specification remains unknown as it will vary depending on the market. It is already known that Kia targets North America and native Asia, where minivans, although less and less popular, are still bravely fighting crossovers.
The market debut will take place in the third quarter of 2020. That’s when we should get to know the new Kia Carnival in detail, although from a European customer’s perspective it doesn’t matter much. The car will not be available on the Old Continent.