2027 Kia Carnival MPV Hybrid: real cost in California
See the Carnival MPV Hybrid on Kia's US site ↗US prices read 2026-11-09
Cheapest trim, LXS · California · age 35–59 · 6 years · 13,500 mi a yearChange
Sticker$41,490the advertised price
Drive away$46,996with fees and tax
Loan payment$716/mo72-month loan at 7%, $5,000 down
True cost$1,259/moeverything, after resale
$46,996 to drive away + $62,584 to run it for 6 years − $18,912 back at resale = $90,669, or $1,259 a month.
Where the money goes
Drive away$46,996
Running it, 6 yrs+$62,584
Back at resale−$18,912
Sticker pricethe advertised MSRP
+$41,490Feesfreight $1,545 · doc fee $85 (typical)
+$1,630Sales and use tax, 8.99%California
+$3,876Insuranceestimate, age 35–59, California
+$18,081Fuel13,500 mi a year at 32 MPG
+$14,544Lost return on your money5% a year on the down payment and each payment
+$9,918Loan interest7% over 72 months
+$9,555Maintenanceestimate
+$7,384Title, registration and plates6 years in California, incl. 0.65% value tax a year
+$3,101Resale after 6 years46% of MSRP, you get this back
−$18,912True cost $90,669 ÷ 72 months$1,259 a month
The car
Size and space
Seats7, 8
Cargo40.2 cu ftbehind row 3
Ground clearance6.8 in
Engine and fuel
Engine242 hp hybrid, FWD
0–60 mph8.1–8.3 sour estimate from power and weight
Fuel economy32 MPGEPA combined
TowingUp to 3,000 lb
Tires19"235/55R19
Safety and cover
Crash test✓ 5 of 5 starsNHTSA · see the test ↗
Highway assistSteers and brakeshands on the wheel · every trim
Warranty5 yrspowertrain 5 yrs · battery 8 yrs
Resale at 6 years46% of MSRPaverage for its type
Every trim
All trims: FWD, 242 hp, 32 MPG.| LXS | $41,490 | $46,996 | $90,669 | ✓ $1,259/mo | 8 | — No |
| EX | $43,690 | $49,394 | $92,856 | $1,290/mo | 8 | — No |
| EX Dark Edition Package | $44,640 | $50,430 | $93,923 | $1,304/mo | 8 | — No |
| SX | $48,590 | $54,735 | $98,742 | $1,371/mo | 8 | ✓ Yes |
| SX Dark Edition Package | $49,540 | $55,770 | $99,809 | $1,386/mo | 8 | ✓ Yes |
| SX Prestige | $53,590 | $60,184 | $104,357 | $1,449/mo | 7 | ✓ Yes |
| SX Prestige Rear Seat Entertainment Package | $56,090 | $62,909 | $107,165 | $1,488/mo | 7 | ✓ Yes |
LXS
✓ $1,259/mo
True cost
EX
$1,290/mo
True cost
EXDark Edition Package
$1,304/mo
True cost
SX
$1,371/mo
True cost
SXDark Edition Package
$1,386/mo
True cost
SX Prestige
$1,449/mo
True cost
SX PrestigeRear Seat Entertainment Package
$1,488/mo
True cost
Features, trim by trim
Cheapest on the left. Each bar starts at the trim that adds it. + $ is the cheapest factory option or package that adds it (hover for its name).Feature
LXS$41,490
EX$43,690
EX Dark Edition Package$44,640
SX$48,590
SX Dark Edition Package$49,540
SX Prestige$53,590
SX Prestige Rear Seat Entertainment Package$56,090
Safety and driver assist
Automatic braking
✓ Every trim
Blind-spot monitor
✓ Every trim
Rear cross-traffic alert
✓ Every trim
Adaptive cruise
✓ Every trim
Lane centering
✓ Every trim
360° camera
✓ from SX
Parking sensors
✓ Every trim
Comfort
Heated seats
✓ Every trim
Cooled seats
✓ from SX
Heated steering wheel
✓ from SX Prestige
Dual-zone climate
✓ Every trim
Convenience
Push-button start
✓ Every trim
Power liftgate
✓ from EX
Wireless phone charging
✓ from EX
Power driver's seat
✓ Every trim
Memory seat
✓ from EX
Tech and audio
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
✓ Every trim
Wireless CarPlay
✓ Every trim
Built-in navigation
✓ Every trim
Premium sound system
✓ from SX Prestige
Head-up display
✓ from SX Prestige
Large touchscreen (12 in+)
✓ Every trim
Capability and looks
Tow hitch included
+ $750
+ $750
+ $750
Sunroof
✓ from SX
Panoramic roof
✓ from SX
LED headlights
✓ Every trim
Not listed on any trimHands-free drivingHeated rear seatsMassaging seatsRemote startAWD or 4WD
Full standard equipment on the LXS (43 items)
- 1.6L Turbo Hybrid Powertrain w/ 242 hp & 271 lb.-ft. of torque
- 6-Speed Auto Transmission
- Drive Mode Select
- Auto Emergency Braking Technology
- Blind-Spot Detection Technology
- Navigation-Based Smart Cruise Control w/ Stop & Go
- Highway Driving Assist
- Lane Keeping Assist
- Lane Following Assist 2
- Lane Departure Warning
- Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist
- Front & Rear Parking Sensors
- Rear Occupant Alert
- Hands-On Detection (HOD)
- 17-in. Alloy Wheels w/ Gloss Black & Machined Finish
- LED Daytime Running Lights
- Multi Reflector LED Headlights
- Heated, Power-Adjustable Side View Mirrors w/ LED Turn Signals
- Hands-Free Power Sliding Rear Doors
- Rear Spoiler
- Front Grille, Silver Paint
- Sound-Absorbing Windshield Glass
- Privacy Glass
- 8-Passenger Seating
- SynTex Seat Trim
- 8-Way Power Driver's Seat w/ 4-Way Power Lumbar Adjustment
- Heated Front Seats
- Sliding & Removable 2nd-row Seats
- 60/40 Split-Folding 3rd-row Seats
- Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel & Gear Shift Knob
- 13 Cup & Bottle Holders
- Power Windows w/ Driver One-Touch Auto-Up/Down
- Illuminated Sun Visor Vanity Mirrors
- 12.3-in. Touchscreen Display w/ Navigation
- 4.2-in. Instrument Display
- Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
- Tri-Zone Auto Climate Control w/ Auto De-Fog System
- Smart Key w/ Push Button Start
- Over-the-Air Update Capability
- 6-Speaker Audio System
- Rearview Monitor w/ Dynamic Parking Guidance
- 5 USB Ports
- Bluetooth Wireless Technology w/ Multi-Device Connectivity
Recalls
2 NHTSA recalls for 2025 to 2027 Carnival MPV Hybrid models. Dealers fix them free; a new car should have them done before delivery. Ask the dealer to check the VIN.
Fuel system2025, 2026 · 141,032 vehicles
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Carnival vehicles.Recall 26V232000 at NHTSA ↗Electrical system2026 · 42,677 vehicles
Kia America, Inc.Recall 26V046000 at NHTSA ↗Quick answers
- How much is a 2027 Carnival MPV Hybrid in California?
- $46,996 to drive away for the LXS, from a $41,490 sticker.
- What does it cost a month?
- A $716 loan payment, about $1,315 a month with insurance, fuel and upkeep ($5,000 down); about $1,259 a month all in, after resale.
- How much can it tow?
- 3,000 lb for every trim.
Colors
Deep Chroma BluePanthera MetalCeramic Silver+$495Snow White Pearl+$495Iceberg GreenIvory SilverAstra Blue+$495Aurora Black Pearl+$495
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US prices in US dollars from Kia's US website, read 2026-11-09; destination as the brand lists it. Taxes, registration and the dealer doc fee follow your state. Insurance and maintenance are estimates. How we count.