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2027 Kia Carnival Trims Compared
LX, LXS, EX, SX or SX Prestige? This guide lines up the 5 trims of the 2027 Carnival MPV from Kia's compare trims and specs page on kia.com, read November 12, 2026. Features and prices can change, so confirm with Kia or our team.
5 trimsLX to SX Prestige
287 hp3.5L V6, every trim
21 mpgcombined, every trim
3,500 lb.towing, every trim
What are the 2027 Kia Carnival trims?
Kia lists 5 trims for the 2027 Carnival MPV: LX, LXS, EX, SX and SX Prestige. Every trim uses a 287-hp 3.5-liter V6 with an 8-speed automatic and hands-free power sliding rear doors. Starting MSRP runs from $37,490 for the LX to $51,590 for the SX Prestige.
2027 Carnival trims at a glance
| Trim | Starting MSRP (Kia) | Seating | Wheels and tires | Seat trim |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX | $37,490 | 7 (2nd-row captain's chairs) | 17-inch alloy, 235/65R17 | Cloth |
| LXS | $39,490 | 8 | 17-inch alloy, 235/65R17 | SynTex |
| EX | $41,690 | 8; 7 available | 19-inch alloy, 235/55R19 | SynTex |
| SX | $46,590 | 8; 7 available | 19-inch alloy, 235/55R19 | SynTex |
| SX Prestige | $51,590 | 8; 7 available | 19-inch gloss black alloy, 235/55R19 | Leather |
From Kia's 2027 Carnival MPV compare trims and specs page on kia.com, read November 12, 2026. Starting MSRP is Kia's figure, not a Michigan City Kia price.
All 5 trims share the 3.5-liter V6 (287 hp, 260 lb.-ft.), an 8-speed automatic, EPA estimates of 18 city, 26 highway and 21 combined mpg, a 19.0-gallon fuel tank, a 3,500-lb. towing capacity with trailer brakes, hands-free power sliding rear doors and a 12.3-inch touchscreen with navigation. MPG figures are EPA estimates; actual mileage will vary.
Key features by trim
| Feature | LX | LXS | EX | SX | SX Prestige |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8-way power driver's seat | Not available | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Heated front seats | Not available | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Smart power liftgate with auto close | Not available | Not available | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Passenger View in-cabin camera | Not available | Not available | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Audio system | 6 speakers | 6 speakers | 8 speakers | 8 speakers | Bose, 12 speakers |
| Dual sunroofs | Not available | Not available | Not available | Standard | Standard |
| Ventilated front seats | Not available | Not available | Not available | Standard | Standard |
| 360-degree Surround View Monitor | Not available | Not available | Not available | Standard | Standard |
| Digital Key 2.0 | Not available | Not available | Not available | Standard | Standard |
| Heated steering wheel | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Standard |
| 11-inch head-up display | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Standard |
| 2nd-row heated and ventilated power lounge seats | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Available |
From Kia's 2027 Carnival MPV compare trims and specs page on kia.com, read November 12, 2026.
Which Carnival trim fits you?
Lowest price, 7 seats: LX
The LX starts at $37,490 (Kia MSRP) with 2nd-row captain's chairs, 17-inch wheels and cloth seats.
8 seats and heated seats: LXS
Compared with the LX, the LXS adds 8-passenger seating, SynTex seat trim, heated front seats and an 8-way power driver's seat.
Family tech: EX
The EX adds 19-inch wheels, a smart power liftgate with auto close, the Passenger View in-cabin camera and 8-speaker audio.
More comfort: SX
The SX adds dual sunroofs, ventilated front seats, a 360-degree Surround View Monitor and Digital Key 2.0.
Most features: SX Prestige
The SX Prestige adds leather seat trim, a heated steering wheel, an 11-inch head-up display and Bose audio, with 2nd-row lounge seats available.
Michigan City Kia sales hours
| Days | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday to Thursday | 9 a.m.-8 p.m. |
| Friday | 9 a.m.-7 p.m. |
| Saturday | 9 a.m.-6 p.m. |
From the sales department hours in Michigan City Kia's website structured data, November 12, 2026. No Sunday sales hours are listed. Holiday hours can differ.
Kia Carnival trim questions
How many trims does the 2027 Kia Carnival have?
Kia's 2027 Carnival MPV compare page lists 5 trims: LX, LXS, EX, SX and SX Prestige.
What is the cheapest 2027 Carnival?
The LX, with a starting MSRP of $37,490 as listed by Kia on November 12, 2026.
What engine does the 2027 Carnival have?
Kia lists a 3.5-liter V6 with 287 hp at 6,400 rpm and 260 lb.-ft. of torque at 5,000 rpm, with an 8-speed automatic, on all 5 trims.
Does the Carnival seat 7 or 8?
Kia lists the LX with 7-passenger seating and 2nd-row captain's chairs. The LXS, EX, SX and SX Prestige list 8-passenger seating as standard, and the EX, SX and SX Prestige list 7-passenger seating as available.
What MPG does the 2027 Carnival get?
Kia lists EPA estimates of 18 city, 26 highway and 21 combined mpg for every 2027 Carnival MPV trim.
Which Carnival trim has the Bose audio and head-up display?
The SX Prestige. Kia lists a 12-speaker Bose premium audio system and an 11-inch head-up display only on that trim.
How much can a 2027 Carnival tow?
Kia lists a 3,500-lb. towing capacity with trailer brakes for every 2027 Carnival MPV trim.
See the Carnival in person
Visit Michigan City Kia at 710 E. US Hwy 20 in Michigan City, IN, or browse our new vehicle inventory.
Sources
Trims, engine, EPA MPG estimates, seating, wheels, features and starting MSRP are from Kia's 2027 Carnival MPV compare trims and specs page on kia.com, read November 12, 2026. Features and prices can change. MSRP is Kia's, not a dealer price. Address and hours are from Michigan City Kia's own website. Image: Kia America.
- 2027 Carnival MPV compare trims and specs: 5 trims, starting MSRP, engine, EPA MPG, seating, wheels, tires, seat trim, towing and features, Kia America, read November 12, 2026
- Kia Carnival (image), Kia America, November 12, 2026
- Address, map coordinates, logo and sales department hours (structured data), Michigan City Kia, November 12, 2026
- New vehicle inventory page, Michigan City Kia, November 12, 2026
- Schedule service page, Michigan City Kia, November 12, 2026
