Kia PH to start selling PH-spec Carnival Turbo HEV next week

MANILA: Following the introduction of its spruced-up version last September, ACMobility immediately expanded the Kia Carnival lineup with the introduction of its hybrid version.

Starting December 1, the Ayala-led distributor will make available the Kia Carnival Turbo HEV in all 40 sales facilities nationwide — with reservations already ongoing.

Per Kia Philippines, the new hybrid model — the latest addition to the marque’s longest-running nameplate in the country — “combines luxury, performance, and electrified innovation, providing Filipino families with a smarter and first-class way to travel.”

"As Kia advances its electrification journey, the new Carnival Turbo HEV marks a significant step forward, combining luxury, efficiency, and advanced hybrid technology. Offering Filipino families a more connected and dynamic driving experience with its spacious interior, cutting-edge safety features, and electrified performance, this milestone underscores Kia’s commitment to driving electric mobility and delivering innovative solutions to the Philippine market," Kia Philippines Chief Executive Officer Brian Buendia said.

Let’s check out what the Kia Carnival’s newest trim offers to the Philippine market.

Exterior

Since it is an additional trim to the Kia Carnival’s local lineup, the new offering measures basically the same as its diesel-powered siblings. It is 5,155 millimeters (mm) long; 1,995 mm wide; and 1,740 mm tall — with a 3,090-mm wheelbase and 162-mm ground clearance.

Similar to the options, the new Carnival Turbo HEV wears the same aggressive design cues as expressed in the Tiger Nose grille but gets a pair of four-cube LED headlamps. It also comes with active aero flaps, and matte-coated 19-inch wheels.

Its rear kept the Star Map graphic LED lighting.

Interior

Meanwhile, the Kia Carnival Turbo HEV’s cabin has been engineered to provide “Everyday First Class” experience with its numerous comfort and technological amenities.

Welcoming occupants to its more-than-sufficient space is the special Navy Blue and Misty Grey color scheme, which is being introduced for the first time on the vehicle.

Sitting in the middle of the dashboard is the 12.3-inch infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility that is mated to a six-speaker set-up.

Its driver gets to enjoy a multi-function leather steering wheel, 12.3-inch multi-information display, heads-up display, digital interior rearview mirror, and a rotary-style shifter — giving a more modern driving experience.

Other modern amenities inside the vehicle are the automatic climate controls, leather-covered seats (with power adjustment and ventilation functions up to the second row), a wireless charger and multiple 12-volt outlets.

Powertrain

Propelling the new Kia Carnival Turbo HEV is a 1.6-liter turbocharged gasoline hybrid system that has the capability to dish out 242 horsepower and 367 Newton-meters. Power is sent to the front wheels via its six-speed automatic transmission.

For comparison, below is the maximum churn of all the Philippine-spec Kia Carnival that is currently available in the market:

	2.2 EX Diesel AT	2.2 SX Diesel AT	Turbo HEV
Maximum output (in horsepower)	199	199	242
Maximum torque (in Newton-meters)	440	440	367

On the other hand, the Kia Carnival Turbo HEV’s deceleration and halts are assured by its ventilated disc brakes for both front and rear wheels.

Safety

Same with the other variations, the new Kia Carnival Turbo HEV prioritizes safety as it is equipped with an eight-airbag system, front, rear, and side sensors, anti-lock braking system, electronic stability control, hill start assist, and ISOFIX anchors.

Aside from that, the people carrier also has the DriveWise suite of safety technologies, which includes the following:

• Smart Cruise Control
• Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist
• 360-degree Surround View Monitor with sensors

Pricing, packages, options

Priced at P3.488 million, the Kia Carnival Turbo HEV can be had in Aurora Black Pearl, Ceramic Silver, and Ivory Silver.

The vehicle is packaged with a comprehensive standard warranty of five years or 160,000 kilometers (whichever comes first) for the vehicle, five years for the electric motor, and eight years for the battery.

Further, 24/7 roadside assistance is also included in the bundle that offers emergency towing, minor onsite repairs, and medical and personal assistance whenever the customers need it.

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