Looking for a three-row MPV with plenty of modern tech and that can comfortably seat everyone and carry everything?
Grand Motors recently unveiled the 4th generation Kia Carnival at their showroom in Beribi.
The exclusive distributor of Kia is bringing in two trim levels for both HEV and CRDi variants of the Carnival into the local market.
The refreshed Kia Carnival multi-purpose vehicle reaffirmed itself as a trailblazer in its segment, bringing a distinct edge in the space between SUV and family hauler.
The Bold and the Beautiful
The Kia Carnival commands attention on the road. The family MPV injects a perfect dose of athleticism and elegance, captivating from every side with the unique design language that makes it stand apart on roads.
The three-row seater exudes a strong presence with its bold and modern design language that embodies the company’s latest design philosophy – ‘Opposites United.’
The smooth design language flows perfectly through the captivating front fascia; it gets a chiselled and assertive tiger grille that is further complemented by the distinctive amber-coloured Star Map daytime running lights that are inspired by constellations.
On the rear side, the constellation-inspired Star Map lighting are also available giving the Carnival a futuristic edge, while the front and lower bumpers incorporate a wider skid plate garnish for extra rugged appeal.
The taillight also blends seamlessly with the slim horizontal design, giving the all-new Carnival a stunningly wide impression from the back.
The SUV is available in 8 stunning colours Aurora black, Ceramic silver, Flare red, Panthera metal, Ivory silver, Snow white pearl, Astra blue and Deep chroma blue
Convenience and comfort
On the inside, the premium cabin of the Kia Carnival impresses with its high-quality materials, cutting-edge infotainment technologies and striking design.
The three-row seater offers a great mix of comfort and convenience to suit your every need, boasting a lush cabin with minimal clutter and high-quality materials everywhere you touch.
What’s more, the Carnival is loaded with multiple features offering complete comfort, convenience, safety and optimum driving pleasure to customers.
Aside from easy-to-spot high-quality materials, at the heart of the cabin is the 12.3-inch digital driver instrument cluster, followed by a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment and navigation system at the centre of the dashboard.
Passengers can also enjoy the sound quality of the sensational sound quality from the BOSE Premium Sound System.
Not only that, but the Kia Carnival also comes with multiple USB charging ports conveniently located throughout the cabin, making life easier on the road
Moreover, its best-in-class length wheelbase gives the Kia Carnival a more comfortable stance on the road providing it with a more spacious and versatile interior.
The spacious cabin can seat up to seven to eight people in three rows. The three-row seater provides both the driver and passenger ample space for headroom and legroom.
Moreover, the “Slide-Flex” seating for 8-passenger versions continues to allow multiple configurations with a sliding second-row centre seat that allows the front passenger easy access to a baby or child riding in it.
Removable second-row seats and fold-in-floor third-row seats continue to be a Carnival staple.
Once seated in the SUV, the cabin makes passengers feel at home as the seats are nicely sculpted for both the driver’s and passenger’s comfort and the high seating position, giving the ultimate MPV feel.
Engineered to offer driving pleasure and safety
Under the hood, the all-new Kia Carnival boasts a wide range of sturdy powertrains.
The Carnival has a 2.2-liter CRDi engine that produces horsepower of 202ps and 440 Nm of torque, paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission.
Strengthening its position as an MPV, the Carnival Hybrid is also available with a 1.6-litre turbo-hybrid engine paired with a 54kW motor and a 6-speed automatic transmission, with a combined output of 242 horsepower, 271 lb.-ft. of torque.
When it comes to safety, the Korean automaker is ahead of the game.
The eight-seater comes equipped with innovative and safety functions which offer the ultimate confidence and maximum comfort in all journeys.
All variants and specifications come with an Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC), Trailer Stability Assist (TSA) and many more.
Depending on specification, the ADAS range in the new Carnival includes Junction Crossing (FCA-JC); Lane-change Oncoming (FCA-LO); Lane-change Side (FCA-LS); and Evasive Steering Assist (FCA-ESA).
To see the vehicle up close, visit their showroom in Beribi or call them at 2613888 or follow their Instagram @kiabrunei for updates.
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