2023 Kia Carnival recognized for its design, performance, safety

2023 Kia Carnival recognized for its design, performance, safety

MANILA: The 2023 Kia Carnival was a recipient of three trophies at the concluded 2022-2023 edition of the Auto Focus Media’s Choice Awards. The 2023 Kia Carnival came away with Best Design, Best Engine Performance and Best Safety Features — all in the Standard MPV Category.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

  • What are the key amenities of the 2023 Kia Carnival?

    The 2023 Kia Carnival is equipped with a power tailgate and power sliding doors. Second-row seats with ottoman leg rests have all-power adjustment and ventilation, and an automated sliding sunroof allows sunlight in, creating a light, relaxing ambiance. The audio system is compatible with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
  • Since its local debut in February 2022, the Kia Carnival has wowed audiences with its smart design, cutting-edge technology, and safety features. The 2023 Kia Carnival provides a revitalizing traveling experience with first-class seating for up to seven passengers, thanks to its creative use of space, plush interiors, and cutting-edge technology and connectivity capabilities.

    The gorgeous exterior of the 2023 Kia Carnival is covered with futuristic lines that run along the body to give it a sculpted appearance. The body is decorated with the "Island Roof" style, a striking C-pillar, and a subdued diamond pattern. Designers refer to this as "Symphonic Architecture," where the front design gives the rest of the car a sense of harmony and structural energy.

    new Kia Carnival

    The 2023 Kia Carnival is also equipped with a power tailgate and power sliding doors. The vehicle provides first-class treatment that will impress even the most seasoned VIPs. Second-row seats with ottoman leg rests have all-power adjustment and ventilation for the most comfortable journeys. An automated sliding sunroof allows sunlight in, creating a light, relaxing ambiance. An audio system that is compatible with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto delivers an immersive sound experience.

    When it comes to safety, the 2023 Kia Carnival is also equipped with the latest innovations which include Forward Collision Avoidance Assist and Rear Cross Traffic Alert; Lane Following Assist (LFA); Lane Keeping Assist (LKA); Blind Spot Detection; Parking Distance Warning; and a Rear View Camera. This vehicle has also exceeded the requirements in the most stringent vehicle crash tests around the world.

    Kia Carnival

    Aside from the recent Auto Focus Media’s Choice Awards, the 2023 Kia Carnival has been the recipient of numerous international awards. It was named ‘Best Minivan’ by premier global media company Newsweek during its 2021 Autos Awards. This event highlights the automotive industry’s finest in 25 individual vehicle and brand categories.

    In addition, validating its stylishness and design features, the Carnival received top honors in the ‘Transportation’ category in the 2021 Good Design Awards, one of the oldest design competitions in the world, organized by Chicago Athenaeum: Museum of Architecture and Design and The European Centre for Architecture Art Design and Urban Studies.

    Kia Carnival rear

    In the Auto Focus Media’s Choice Awards, a yearly event, a select group of top Philippine automotive media practitioners vote and choose the vehicles that stand out in their respective categories. First introduced in 2008, this event is a vital component of Sunshine Television's Automobile Industry Merit Program. The distinct purpose of the Media Awards is to further recognize the auto industry's non-stop efforts to provide car buyers and owners with the best on-board features, styling, performance and overall value in four concurrent categories: Best Design, Best Engine Performance, Best Safety Features, and Best Value for Money.

    The 2023 Kia Carnival is available in two variants, the EX and SX, the specs of which can be viewed below.

    SPECIFICATIONS

    Kia Carnival 2.2 EX 7-Seater AT 

     

    Kia Carnival 2.2 SX 7-Seater AT 

     

    Overall Length (mm)

    5,155

    5,155

    Overall Width (mm)

    1,995

    1,995

    Overall Height (mm)

    1,740

    1,740

    Minimum Ground Clearance (mm)

    172

    172

    Seating Capacity

    Seven

    Seven

    Engine Model

    Smartstream Diesel 

    Smartstream Diesel 

    Engine Type

    2.2L In-Line 4 Cylinders CRDI VGT

    2.2L In-Line 4 Cylinders CRDI VGT

    Displacement (cc)

    2,151

    2,151

    Maximum Power Output (ps/rpm)

    202/3,800

    202/3,800

    Maximum Torque (Nm/rpm)

    440/1,750-2,750

     

    440/1,750-2,750

     

    Fuel Type

    Diesel 

    Diesel

    Fuel Tank Capacity (L)

    72

    72

    Transmission

     

    Eight-Speed Automatic  Transmission 

     

    Eight-Speed Automatic  Transmission 

    Suspension

    Front: MacPherson Strut with Stabilizer

    Rear: Multi-Link 

    Front: MacPherson Strut With Stabilizer

    Rear: Multi-Link 

    Brakes

    Front: Ventilated Disc

    Rear: Solid Disc

    Front: Ventilated Disc

    Rear: Solid Disc

    Tires and Wheels

    235/55 R18 Alloy

    235/50 R19 Alloy

    Headlamps

    LED 

    Dual LED Projection 

    Headlamp Leveling

    Automatic

    Automatic

    Daytime Running Lights

    LED

    LED

    Clearance Lamp

    With

    With

    Front Fog Lamps

    LED

    LED

    Outside Rear View Mirror

    Body Color, Electric Adjustable and Folding 

    Body Color, Electric Adjustable and Folding 

    Radiator Grille

    Silver

    Satin Chrome

    Windshield Wiper

    Rain-Sensing 

    Rain-Sensing

    Rear Window Defogger

    With

    With

    Rear Combination Lamp

    LED

    LED 

    Sunroof

    Without

    Dual

    Door Belt Molding

    Chrome

    Chrome

    Hoodlift Assist

    With

    With

    Antenna

    Fin-Type

    Fin-Type 

    Seat Material

    Leather (with Ventilation)

    Leather (with Ventilation)

    Seat Adjustment

    Driver: 8-way Power + 2-way Lumbar Support 

    Second Row: Captain Seats: Reclining, Manual Long and

    Lateral Sliding; Armrest

    Third row: Reclining, Folding, 60:40 Split Sinking

    Driver: 8-way Power + 4-way Lumbar Support

    with memory and cooling;


    Passenger: 8-Way Power with cooling

    Second Row: Relaxation Seats: Power Reclining, Cushion

    and Leg Rest; Manual Long and Lateral Sliding;

    Armrest; Cooling

    Third row: Reclining, Folding, 60:40 Split Sinking

     

    Room Lamp

    Standard

    LED  

    Refrigerator 

    Without

    Without

    Instrument Panel and Center Cluster

    Standard 

    Standard 

    Multi-Information Display

    4 inch LCD

    4-inch LCD

    Steering Type

     

    Electric Power Steering

     

    Electric Power Steering

    Steering Column

    Tilt and Telescopic 

    Tilt and Telescopic 

    Steering Wheel Material

    Leather

    Leather

    Steering Wheel Controls

    Audio, Multi-Information Display, Phone, Cruise Control

     

    Audio, Multi-Information Display, Phone, Cruise Control

     

    Inside Rear View Mirror

    Auto-Dimming

    Auto-Dimming

    Sun Visors

     

    Driver and Front Passenger; with Mirror and Lamp

     

    Driver and Front Passenger; with Mirror and Lamp

    Parking Brake

    Electronic Parking Brake with Auto Hold 

     

    Electronic Parking Brake with Auto Hold 

     

    Door Trim

    Soft Touch Molded Trim with Leather

    Soft Touch Molded Trim with Leather

    Cup and Bottle Holders

    2 pcs. at Front Console, 2 pcs. at Second Row Center Console, 2 pcs. at Third Row Side Trim

    2 pcs. at Front Console, 2 pcs. at Second Row Center Console, 2 pcs. at Third Row Side Trim

    Illuminated Entry

    With (Front, Key, Floor)

    With (Front, Key, Floor)

    Front Personal Lamp

    With

    With

    Rear Personal Lamp

    With 

    With

    Door Courtesy Lamp

    With

    With 

    Inside Door Handle Lamp

    With

    With

    Foot Lamp

    With

    With

    Luggage Room Lamp

    With

    With

    Keyless Entry

    Smart Entry

    Smart Entry

    Ignition System

    Push Start System

    Push Start System

    Power Windows

     

    Auto + Jam Protect

     

    Auto + Jam Protect

    Power Door Locks

    Speed Sensing

    Speed Sensing

    Air Conditioning System

    Front: Dual-Zone Automatic

    Rear: Triple-Zone Automatic 

    Front: Dual-Zone Automatic

    Rear: Triple-Zone Automatic 

    Sunblinds 

    Second and Third Row

    Second and Third Row

    Rear A/C Vent Duct

    With

    With

    Light Control System

    Automatic + Follow me Home

     

    Automatic + Follow me Home

    Cruise Control

    With

    With

    Audio System

    8” Touchscreen, AM/FM Radio, MP3 w/ USB Ports 

    8” Touchscreen, AM/FM Radio, MP3 w/ USB Ports 

    Connectivity

    Bluetooth Handsfree with Voice Control, Apple Carplay and Android Auto

    Bluetooth Handsfree with Voice Control, Apple Carplay and Android Auto 

    Audio System Function

     

    AM/FM Radio, Bluetooth, and USB

     

    AM/FM Radio, Bluetooth, and USB

    Speakers

    Speakers 4 + 2 Tweeters

    Speakers 4 + 2 Tweeters

    Wireless Charger

    Without

    With

    Rear USB Charger

    Two

    Two

    12V Accessory Outlet

    One

    One

    Collision Avoidance Assist

    Without

    With

    Blind Spot Monitor (BSM)

    With

    With

    Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)

    With

    With

    SRS Airbags

     

    Driver, Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain 

     

    Driver, Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain 

    Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)

    With

    With

    Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)

    With

    With

    Hill-Start Assist Control (HSA)

    With

    With

    Seatbelts

    Front: Three-point ELR with Pretensioner and Force Limiter (x2)

    Rear: Three-point ELR (x4)

    Front: Three-point ELR with Pretensioner and Force Limiter

    Rear: Three-point ELR (x4)

    Seatbelt Reminder

    Lamp and Buzzer

    Lamp and Buzzer

    Child Restraint System

    Isofix (x2) and Tether Anchor (x2)

     

    Isofix (x2) and Tether Anchor (x2)

    High Mount Stop Lamp

    LED

    LED

    Emergency Brake Signal

    With

    With

    Camera

    With Dynamic Guidelines

     

     

    With Dynamic Guidelines

     

     

    Clearance and Back Sonar

     

    Front: Four

    Rear: Four

     

    Front: Four

    Rear: Four

    Available Body Colors

    Snow White Pearl, Astra Blue, Aurora Black Pearl

    Snow White Pearl, Astra Blue, Aurora Black Pearl

     

    PRICE

    P2.64 million 

    P3.088 million

     

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