The Kia Carnival is a versatile minivan known for its spacious interior and family-friendly features. Since its debut, the Carnival has evolved through multiple generations, each improving in size, comfort, and technology. From its initial compact design to the latest models offering premium amenities and advanced safety, the Kia Carnival continues to be a popular choice for families seeking ample space and practicality. This page provides a detailed comparison of all Kia Carnival generations, highlighting changes in dimensions and capabilities.
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Current Generation
2025 Kia Carnival IV (facelift 2023)
1785 mm
L:5155 mm | W:2266 mm
Current Model - Production: 2023-present
- Model Year: 2025
Body Style: Minivan
- Length: 5155 mm203.0 in
- Width: 2266 mm89.2 in
- Height: 1775-1785 mm69.9-70.3 in
- Trunk Capacity: 1138 liter40.2 cu ft
- Trunk Capacity (Max): 4109 liter145.1 cu ft
Discontinued Generations
2021 Kia Carnival IV
1740 mm
L:5155 mm | W:1995 mm
Discontinued Model - Production: 2020-2024
- Model Year: 2021
Body Style: Minivan
- Length: 5155 mm203.0 in
- Width: 1995 mm78.5 in
- Height: 1740 mm68.5 in
2018 Kia Grand Carnival III (facelift 2018)
1740 mm
L:5115 mm | W:1985 mm
Discontinued Model - Production: 2018-2020
- Model Year: 2018
Body Style: Minivan
- Length: 5115 mm201.4 in
- Width: 1985 mm78.1 in
- Height: 1740 mm68.5 in
2015 Kia Grand Carnival III
1740 mm
L:5115 mm | W:1985 mm
Discontinued Model - Production: 2014-2018
- Model Year: 2015
Body Style: Minivan
- Length: 5115 mm201.4 in
- Width: 1985 mm78.1 in
- Height: 1740 mm68.5 in
- Trunk Capacity: 359 liter12.7 cu ft
- Trunk Capacity (Max): 2335 liter82.5 cu ft
2010 Kia Carnival II (VQ, facelift 2010)
1760 mm
L:4810 mm | W:1985 mm
Discontinued Model - Production: 2010-2014
- Model Year: 2010
Body Style: Minivan
- Length: 4810 mm189.4 in
- Width: 1985 mm78.1 in
- Height: 1750-1760 mm68.9-69.3 in
- Trunk Capacity: 364 liter12.9 cu ft
- Trunk Capacity (Max): 3440 liter121.5 cu ft
2010 Kia Grand Carnival II (facelift 2010)
1780 mm
L:5130 mm | W:1985 mm
Discontinued Model - Production: 2010-2014
- Model Year: 2010
Body Style: Minivan
- Length: 5130 mm202.0 in
- Width: 1985 mm78.1 in
- Height: 1760-1780 mm69.3-70.1 in
- Trunk Capacity: 912 liter32.2 cu ft
- Trunk Capacity (Max): 4007 liter141.5 cu ft
2006 Kia Carnival II (VQ)
1815 mm
L:4810 mm | W:1985 mm
Discontinued Model - Production: 2006-2010
- Model Year: 2006
Body Style: Minivan
- Length: 4810 mm189.4 in
- Width: 1985 mm78.1 in
- Height: 1760-1815 mm69.3-71.5 in
- Trunk Capacity: 241 liter8.5 cu ft
- Trunk Capacity (Max): 1666 liter58.8 cu ft
2006 Kia Grand Carnival II
1780 mm
L:5130 mm | W:1985 mm
Discontinued Model - Production: 2006-2010
- Model Year: 2006
Body Style: Minivan
- Length: 5130 mm202.0 in
- Width: 1985 mm78.1 in
- Height: 1760-1780 mm69.3-70.1 in
- Trunk Capacity: 912 liter32.2 cu ft
- Trunk Capacity (Max): 4007 liter141.5 cu ft
2001 Kia Carnival I (UP/GQ, facelift 2001)
1735 mm
L:4925 mm | W:1900 mm
Discontinued Model - Production: 2001-2006
- Model Year: 2001
Body Style: Minivan
- Length: 4925 mm193.9 in
- Width: 1900 mm74.8 in
- Height: 1735 mm68.3 in
- Trunk Capacity: 302 liter10.7 cu ft
- Trunk Capacity (Max): 3320 liter117.2 cu ft
1999 Kia Carnival I (UP/GQ)
1730 mm
L:4890 mm | W:1900 mm
Discontinued Model - Production: 1998-2001
- Model Year: 1999
Body Style: Minivan
- Length: 4890 mm192.5 in
- Width: 1900 mm74.8 in
- Height: 1730 mm68.1 in
- Trunk Capacity: 344 liter12.1 cu ft
- Trunk Capacity (Max): 1159 liter40.9 cu ft
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