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.
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.
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.
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 |
Photos from Kia
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