Kia Carnival Hybrid

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Read here for four things we like about the 2025 Kia Carnival Hybrid and two things we don’t after time behind the wheel.

After a refresh for 2025 that added a hybrid powertrain to the lineup in addition to updated interior and exterior styling, Kia is leaving its Carnival minivan alone for 2026.

Take a look at how the Latch system and each car seat scored in our Car Seat Check of the 2025 Kia Carnival Hybrid.

The 2025 Carnival’s new hybrid system isn’t as powerful as the standard gas V-6, but its significant improvement in efficiency is a welcome addition, as are the Carnival’s stylistic and equipment changes.

The 2025 Carnival starts at $37,895 in the base LX trim, $2,900 more than the outgoing model-year 2024 base variant.

As part of its substantial refresh for the 2025 model year, the Carnival can be a hybrid on the powertrain front.

The 2025 Carnival minivan wears new styling, has a new interior, comes laden with even more technology — and even sports a new hybrid powertrain.