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Kia Carnival Cargo Space
The Carnival is built around flexible space: removable 2nd-row seats, a split-folding 3rd row and one cargo rating across the lineup. This guide uses the 2027 Carnival MPV and Carnival MPV Hybrid specifications on kia.com, read November 3, 2026, for cargo volume, seating and size. Other model years can differ.
40.2 cu. ft.cargo volume, minimum
145.1 cu. ft.cargo volume, maximum
7 or 8seats, by trim
203.0 in.overall length
How much cargo space does the Kia Carnival have?
Kia lists cargo volume (SAE) of 40.2 cubic feet minimum and 145.1 cubic feet maximum for the 2027 Carnival MPV. The figures are the same on all five gas trims and all four Carnival MPV Hybrid trims, so the trim and powertrain you choose don't change cargo room.
2027 Carnival cargo volume
| 2027 model | Trims | Cargo volume, minimum | Cargo volume, maximum |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carnival MPV | LX, LXS, EX, SX, SX Prestige | 40.2 cu. ft. | 145.1 cu. ft. |
| Carnival MPV Hybrid | LXS, EX, SX, SX Prestige | 40.2 cu. ft. | 145.1 cu. ft. |
From the Cargo Volume (SAE): Minimum/Maximum rows of the 2027 Carnival MPV and Carnival MPV Hybrid specifications on kia.com, read November 3, 2026. Kia gives these two figures on its specifications page and does not list a separate figure for each seating position there.
You can also see the Carnival and Carnival Hybrid at Michigan City Kia.
Carnival seats, doors and liftgate
7 or 8 seats
The 2027 Carnival MPV LX seats 7 and the LXS seats 8; the EX, SX and SX Prestige seat 8, with 7-passenger seating available. Every Carnival MPV Hybrid trim seats 8, with 7 available on the EX, SX and SX Prestige.
Removable 2nd row
Sliding and removable 2nd-row seats are standard on every 2027 Carnival MPV and Carnival MPV Hybrid trim. 2nd-row Slide-Flex seating is standard on every trim except the gas LX.
60/40 3rd row
Kia lists 60/40 split-folding 3rd-row seats as standard on every 2027 Carnival MPV and Carnival MPV Hybrid trim.
Liftgate and sliding doors
The Smart Power Liftgate with Auto Close is standard on the EX, SX and SX Prestige, gas and Hybrid. Hands-free power sliding rear doors are standard on every trim.
From the Seating Capacity and Convenience Features rows of the 2027 Carnival MPV and Carnival MPV Hybrid specifications on kia.com, read November 3, 2026. Kia also lists 2nd-row heated and ventilated power lounge seats as available on the SX Prestige.
Carnival passenger room
| 2027 Carnival | 1st / 2nd / 3rd row |
|---|---|
| Legroom | 41.1 / 40.5 / 35.6 in. |
| Headroom, without dual sunroof | 40.9 / 39.5 / 38.6 in. |
| Headroom, with dual sunroof (SX, SX Prestige) | 39.7 / 37.6 / 36.5 in. |
| Shoulder room | 64.2 / 63.2 / 59.5 in. |
| Hip room | 59.8 / 66.4 / 50.4 in. |
From the Technical Specifications rows of the 2027 Carnival MPV and Carnival MPV Hybrid specifications on kia.com, read November 3, 2026. The figures are the same for the gas and Hybrid models; the headroom without the dual sunroof applies to the gas LX, LXS and EX and the Hybrid LXS and EX.
Carnival exterior size
| 2027 Carnival | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Length | 203.0 in. |
| Wheelbase | 121.7 in. |
| Width, without / with side mirrors | 78.5 / 89.2 in. |
| Height, without roof rails (gas LX, LXS; Hybrid LXS) | 68.5 in. |
| Height, with roof rails (EX, SX, SX Prestige) | 69.9 in. |
| Ground clearance | 6.8 in. |
From the Technical Specifications rows of the 2027 Carnival MPV and Carnival MPV Hybrid specifications on kia.com, read November 3, 2026. Kia lists the same figures for the gas and Hybrid models.
For dashboard symbols, see our Kia warning lights guide, and for using your key fob or app, the Kia remote start guide.
Michigan City Kia service hours
| Days | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday to Friday | 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m. |
| Saturday | 7:30 a.m.-3 p.m. |
From the service department hours in Michigan City Kia's website structured data, November 3, 2026. No Sunday service hours are listed. Holiday hours can differ.
Kia Carnival cargo space questions
How much cargo space does a Kia Carnival have?
Kia lists cargo volume (SAE) of 40.2 cubic feet minimum and 145.1 cubic feet maximum for every 2027 Carnival MPV trim (LX, LXS, EX, SX and SX Prestige) and every 2027 Carnival MPV Hybrid trim (LXS, EX, SX and SX Prestige).
Does the Carnival Hybrid have less cargo space than the gas Carnival?
No. Kia lists the same 40.2 / 145.1 cubic feet of cargo volume for the 2027 Carnival MPV Hybrid as for the gas 2027 Carnival MPV, along with the same length, wheelbase and width.
Can you take the second-row seats out of a Carnival?
Kia lists sliding and removable 2nd-row seats as standard on every 2027 Carnival MPV and Carnival MPV Hybrid trim. The 3rd row is a 60/40 split-folding seat on every trim.
Is the Carnival a 7-seater or an 8-seater?
Both, depending on trim. The 2027 Carnival MPV LX has 7-passenger seating; the LXS has 8; the EX, SX and SX Prestige have 8 standard with 7 available. Every 2027 Carnival MPV Hybrid trim has 8 standard, with 7 available on the EX, SX and SX Prestige.
Which Carnival trims have a power liftgate?
Kia lists the Smart Power Liftgate with Auto Close as standard on the 2027 Carnival MPV EX, SX and SX Prestige and the Carnival MPV Hybrid EX, SX and SX Prestige. Hands-free power sliding rear doors are standard on every trim.
How long is the Kia Carnival?
Kia lists the 2027 Carnival MPV and Carnival MPV Hybrid at 203.0 inches long on a 121.7-inch wheelbase, 78.5 inches wide without side mirrors and 89.2 inches with them.
Questions about a Carnival?
Visit Michigan City Kia at 710 E. US Hwy 20 in Michigan City, IN. Our sales team can show you the Carnival seating and cargo layouts, and our service team can help keep your Carnival maintained.
Sources
Cargo volume, seating, seats, doors, liftgate, interior and exterior dimensions and ground clearance are from the 2027 Carnival MPV and Carnival MPV Hybrid specifications on kia.com, read November 3, 2026. Other model years can differ. Address and hours are from Michigan City Kia's own website. Image: Kia America.
- 2027 Carnival MPV specifications (LX, LXS, EX, SX, SX Prestige): cargo volume, seating capacity, 2nd- and 3rd-row seats, liftgate, sliding doors, interior and exterior dimensions, ground clearance, Kia America, read November 3, 2026
- 2027 Carnival MPV Hybrid specifications (LXS, EX, SX, SX Prestige): cargo volume, seating capacity, 2nd- and 3rd-row seats, liftgate, sliding doors, interior and exterior dimensions, ground clearance, Kia America, read November 3, 2026
- 2027 Carnival MPV model page: hero image, Kia America, read November 3, 2026
- Address, map coordinates, logo and service department hours (structured data), Michigan City Kia, November 3, 2026
- Schedule service page, Michigan City Kia, November 3, 2026
- Kia service center at Michigan City Kia, Michigan City Kia, November 3, 2026
