Carnival (1st Gen.)

Carnival (1st Gen.)

1998

Setting the Standard for Minivans

Carnival was Korea’s first-generation minivan offering sedan-like comfort and introducing an entirely new segment to a market previously focused on sedans and vans. Its innovation redefined expectations and established Carnival as a dominant force in Korea’s minivan category for years to come.

Carnival (1st Gen.)

The Beginning of Kia’s Family Car Legacy

Carnival laid the foundation for growing consumer trust in Kia’s family vehicles. It marked the start of Kia’s family SUV lineup—including Sorento and Mohave—and expanded Kia’s global reach under the name Sedona in North America and Europe.

Carnival (1st Gen.)
Carnival (1st Gen.)
Technical specifications
Carnival (1st Gen.)
  • Length:

    4,890 mm

  • Width:

    1,895 mm

  • Height:

    1,730 mm

  • Drive type:

    Front-wheel drive

  • Engine:

    V6 gasoline, LPG
    Inline 4-cylinder diesel

  • Displacement:

    2,497 - 2,902 cc

  • Vehicle 360 Frame 1
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