Kia Carnival 8-seater
KA4 Facelift · launched Apr 7 2026 · MPV · CBU
The Kia Carnival 8-seater is the mid-spec of 3 Carnival variants, priced at RM238,888.
Colours — exterior
- Astra Blue Metallic
- Jet Black Metallic
- Metor Grey Metallic
- Snowflake White Pearl Pearl
Colours — interior
- Black dash
- Black seats
How this variant compares
11-seater is RM50,000 cheaper. Stepping up to the 8-seater adds Blind Spot Info System, Autonomous Braking System, Collision Warning and Head-up Display.
Powertrain
- Engine Tech
- 16-Valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing
- Capacity
- 2,151 cc
- Horsepower
- 197 hp
- Torque
- 440 Nm
- Fuel
- Diesel
- Bore
- 83 mm
- Compression Ratio
- 16
Drivetrain
- Transmission
- Conventional Automatic
- Transmission Name
- 8-speed Automatic with E-Shift
- Gears
- 8
- Driveline
- Front Wheel Drive
Dimensions
- Length
- 5,155 mm
- Width
- 1,995 mm
- Height
- 1,775 mm
- Wheelbase
- 3,090 mm
- Weight
- 2,129 kg
- Fuel Tank
- 72 litres
- Doors
- 5
- Seats
- 8
- Boot Space
- 56 litres
- Front Tyre
- 235/55R19
- Rear Tyre
- 235/55R19
- Spare Tyre
- Space Saver
- Factory Tyres
- Goodyear Assurance MaxGuard SUV
Chassis
- Assembly
- Korea (CBU)
- Front Suspension
- MacPherson Struts
- Rear Suspension
- Multi-links
- Front Wheels
- 19" Alloy
- Rear Wheels
- 19" Alloy
- Steering
- Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)
Safety
- Airbags
- Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Front Center Airbag, Driver's Knee Airbag
- ABS/EBD
- ✓
- Stability Control
- ✓
- Alarm
- ✓
- Immobilizer
- ✓
- Airbag Disable Function
- ✓
- Child Safety Lock
- Manual for Rear Doors
- Seat Belts
- 8 Three-point
- Blind Spot Info System
- ✓
- ISOFIX
- Available for 2 Outer 2nd Row Seats
- Autonomous Braking System
- Yes
- Lane-keeping Assist
- Steering Correction
- Collision Warning
- ✓
- Seatbelt Reminder
- All Seats
Lighting
- Headlamps
- LED Projector
- Taillamps
- Full LED
- LED Daytime Running Lights
- ✓
- Front Foglamps
- ✓
- Wing Mirror Turn Indicators
- ✓
Cabin
- Front Seats
- Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory Function and Ventilation
- Rear Seats
- 40:20:40 Split-folding, Sliding, Swivelling and Reclining 2nd Row, 60:40 Split-folding 3rd Row
- Front Air-con
- Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control
- Rear Air-con
- Single-zone Automatic Climate Control with 3rd Row Air Vents
- Power Sockets
- 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Second Row, 2 USB-C Third Row
- Interior Lighting
- Map Lights
- Cup Holders
- 2 Front, 4 Middle Row, 4 Last Row
- Sun Shade
- Manual 2nd and 3rd Row Sun Shades
- Audio
- 12.3" Infotainment Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 12-speaker Bose Sound System
Comfort & access
- Power Windows
- Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch
- Engine Start
- Keyless Push Button
- Locks
- Keyless Operation
- Power Door
- Power Sliding Rear Doors - Both Sides
- Boot Operation
- Powered Boot
- Folding Wing Mirrors
- ✓
- Parking Brake
- Electronic
Driving aids
- Auto Headlamps
- ✓
- Auto Wipers
- ✓
- Cruise Control
- Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go
- Paddle Shift
- ✓
- Hill Start Assist
- ✓
Steering wheel
- Steering Audio Control
- ✓
- Steering Tilt
- ✓
- Steering Telescopic
- ✓
Parking & cameras
- Parking Sensor Front
- 6 Sensors
- Parking Sensor Rear
- 6 Sensors
- Reverse Camera
- Yes, 360-degree Camera
Infotainment
- Bluetooth
- ✓
- Head-up Display
- ✓
- Instrument Cluster
- Full LCD Monitor
Warranty
- Warranty Mileage Manufacturer
- 150,000 km
- Warranty Manufacturer
- 5 years
8-seater FAQ
How much is the Kia Carnival 8-seater in Malaysia?
The Kia Carnival 8-seater is priced at RM238,888 OTR (Peninsular Malaysia, without insurance) — about RM2,440/mo a month on a 9-year loan at 2.5% flat.
What is the difference between the 8-seater and the 11-seater?
The 8-seater costs RM50,000 more than the 11-seater and adds Blind Spot Info System, Autonomous Braking System, Collision Warning and Head-up Display.