Kia Carnival MPG by Year & Engine (EPA)
EPA fuel-economy ratings for every rated Kia Carnival model year from 2025 to 2027 — each engine and transmission with its official city, highway and combined figures. Over these years the Carnival has been offered with 3.5L 6-cyl engines; every rated year lands at 21 MPG combined. All rated gas versions run on regular gasoline. Data: U.S. Department of Energy & EPA, fueleconomy.gov; prices are live medians from VehiSales listings.
Kia Carnival fuel economy by year
| Year | Combined | Engines | Median used price | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 21 MPG | 3.5L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2026 | 21 MPG | 3.5L 6-cyl | $42,171 | 8,386 listings |
| 2025 | 21 MPG | 3.5L 6-cyl | $35,998 | 398 listings |
2027 Kia Carnival: engines & MPG
The 2027 Carnival was EPA-rated in 1 version (3.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy of 21 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carnival | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
2026 Kia Carnival: engines & MPG
The 2026 Carnival was EPA-rated in 1 version (3.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy of 21 MPG. Used 2026 models currently list for a median of $42,171 on VehiSales (8,386 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carnival | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 18 | 25 | 21 MPG |
2025 Kia Carnival: engines & MPG
The 2025 Carnival was EPA-rated in 1 version (3.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy of 21 MPG. Used 2025 models currently list for a median of $35,998 on VehiSales (398 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carnival | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
Frequently asked questions
What MPG does a Kia Carnival get?
Every rated Carnival year comes in at 21 MPG combined.
What engines does the 2027 Kia Carnival have?
The 2027 Carnival was EPA-rated with 3.5L 6-cyl engines — see the 2027 table above for each version's exact city/highway figures.
Does the Kia Carnival require premium gas?
No — rated versions run on regular gasoline.
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