Kia Carnival Vehicle Class & EPA Size Category
The EPA classifies the 2027 Kia Carnival as a Minivan - 2WD, a rating based on body style and interior volume.
Latest model year (2027):
The Kia Carnival is classified by the EPA as a Minivan - 2WD.
Kia Carnival Vehicle Class — All Years
| Year | Trim | Vehicle Class | Drive | Fuel Type | MPG Comb. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | Minivan - 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 33 |
| 2027 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | Minivan - 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 21 |
| 2026 | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | Minivan - 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 32 |
| 2026 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | Minivan - 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 21 |
| 2025 | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | Minivan - 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 33 |
| 2025 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | Minivan - 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 21 |
| 2024 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | Minivan - 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 22 |
| 2023 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | Minivan - 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 22 |
| 2022 | Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | Minivan - 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 22 |
Data sourced from fueleconomy.gov (U.S. Department of Energy). MPG figures are EPA-tested. Fuel costs are estimates based on average fuel prices and 15,000 miles/year.
Kia Carnival Vehicle Class FAQ
What class of vehicle is the Kia Carnival?
The EPA classifies the Kia Carnival as a Minivan - 2WD. This classification is based on interior volume and body style and affects how its fuel economy is compared with other vehicles.
Is the Kia Carnival considered a small or large vehicle?
Based on its EPA class (Minivan - 2WD), the Kia Carnival is grouped with vehicles of similar size and interior volume. The class can change between model years when the body is redesigned.