Get to Know the New 2025 KIA Carnival Hybrid

The Carnival has been a popular choice among families for years now. The new 2025 Carnival Hybrid aims to give families the same features they know and love while also sporting an efficient powertrain. If you want to see this model in person, then you can stop by Premier Kia of Carlsbad today.

The Carnival Hybrid’s New Upgrades

The new 2025 Carnival has received quite a few new upgrades. Now that it’s offered as a hybrid, you’ll find great features like the new 1.6L Turbo-Hybrid Engine. If you want to see this engine in person, and you live near San Marcos, Carlsbad, or Temecula, then you can stop by Premier Kia of Carlsbad today.

• Meet The New 1.6L Turbo-Hybrid Engine: This engine is paired with a 54kW motor and a six-speed automatic transmission, so it’s carefully tuned with power and efficiency in mind. It delivers up to 242 horsepower combined, and it offers up to 271 lb.-ft. of torque.
• A Bold New Look: The 2025 Carnival features an updated design with a grand sculptural grille, cube-like headlights, and geometric wheel designs. This gives it a sleek new profile on the road.
• Four New Trims to Choose From: The new Carnival Hybrid comes in four different trims. This includes the Carnival Hybrid LXS, The Carnival Hybrid EX, the Carnival Hybrid SX, and the Carnival Hybrid SX Prestige.

The Latest Technology for Your Cabin

The Carnival Hybrid features a shocking number of tech systems.

• Upgrading Your Systems: The Carnival Hybrid features a 4.2-inch TFT and a 12.3-inch screen, but higher trims will give you two 12.3-inch displays. This model also sports standard Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and you can opt for available features like the 11-inch Full-Color Head-Up Display and the Full Display Mirror.
• Keeping Your Passengers Entertained: When your passengers get bored, they might start to pepper you with questions like “Are we there yet?”. If you want to keep them entertained, then you can opt for the available Connected Car Rear Cockpit Rear Entertainment System, which comes with dual 14.6-inch Monitors. They’ll be able to stream their favorite shows while you relax in the front.
• A Smarter Design: The Carnival Hybrid comes with six standard USB-C Ports, which should help your passengers charge their devices. Higher trims sport two 115V Inverters as well.

The Carnival Hybrid Is a Family Model

The Carnival has always been a great family model, but the Carnival Hybrid might be even better. It’s an efficient vehicle that can fit the whole family, and it offers great features for your cabin.

• Seat Up to Eight: When you have a large family, it can be hard to fit everyone in one vehicle. The Carnival Hybrid has space for up to eight passengers though, which should be more than enough room for most families.
• Family-Oriented Features: If you opt for the EX trim or a higher trim, then you’ll have systems like the In-Cabin Camera, the In-Cabin Intercom, and Quiet Mode. This way, you won’t have to yell to talk to your passengers in the back, and you can always keep an eye on the kids.

At Premier Kia of Carlsbad, you’ll be able to test-drive the new 2025 Carnival Hybrid.