2025 Kia Carnival hybrid globally unveiled

The hybrid powertrain will be available across the entire variant lineup, except the base 'LX' trim.

Kia unveiled the 2025 Carnival MPV in October last year, receiving a bunch of subtle updates. Now though, the South Korean carmaker has unveiled the MPV with a hybrid powertrain.

The new Kia Carnival hybrid comes with a 1.6-litre four-cylinder turbocharged engine paired with a 72 BHP electric motor. The hybrid powertrain produces a total output of 242 BHP and 368 Nm and is paired with a 6-speed automatic. This is the same powertrain found in Kia's Sportage & Sorento models offered internationally. While the fuel efficiency figures of the Carnival hybrid haven't been revealed, it is expected to be around the same as the Sorento hybrid, which offers 37 mpg.

In terms of design changes, the 2025 Carnival comes with revised headlights, an updated grille, a tweaked bumper and a new wheel design - most of which has been inspired by the brand's EV9 model. Inside, the 2025 Kia Carnival comes with a fully digital instrument cluster, a 12-inch touchscreen infotainment system, dual 14.6-inch entertainment screens for the rear passengers and plenty of other connected tech.

Reports suggest that the hybrid powertrain will be available across the entire variant lineup, except the base 'LX' trim. Kia is expected to launch the Carnival hybrid internationally in the coming months.

Source: Autoblog