Looking for a Kia Carnival near Lawrence, Indiana? At Ray Skillman Northeast Kia, we carry the MPV that seats up to eight, looks like a premium SUV from the outside, and has the cargo room to handle road trips, school pickups, and busy weekends without breaking a sweat.
Lawrence-area drivers who need a vehicle that adapts to a busy schedule will find a lot to like about the Carnival. Browse our inventory online or stop by to see the full lineup in person.
The Carnival offers 40.2 cubic feet of cargo room behind the third row with all seats in place. Fold everything flat and that grows to 145.1 cubic feet, plenty of room for camping gear, sports equipment, or a full load of luggage. The second-row Slide-Flex seats can move forward, backward, or drop down into a surface that works like a small table between riders. Third-row legroom sits at 35.6 inches, which means adults actually fit back there without feeling cramped.
On the SX Prestige trim, the second row gets VIP Lounge Seats with full recline, power footrests, and heating and ventilation. Power sliding rear doors open with one touch, so loading car seats or groceries with your hands full isn’t a struggle. A smart power tailgate responds to a simple kick motion underneath the bumper. If your week is packed with errands, activities, and pickups, the Carnival switches between people-mover and cargo hauler in seconds.
Every Kia Carnival comes standard with a 12.3-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Higher trims add a matching 12.3-inch digital gauge display, creating a wide panoramic layout that puts navigation, media, and vehicle info right where you need it. A charging pad on the center console tops off your phone on the go, and available Bose premium audio fills the cabin on longer drives. Schedule a test drive and see how it all feels behind the wheel.
For back-seat entertainment, the available rear seat package includes dual 14.6-inch screens mounted on the headrests. Passengers can stream shows straight to the screens, which makes weekend drives across Indiana a lot more peaceful. The Passenger View in-cabin camera gives you a live look at rear riders on the front display, and tri-zone climate control means everyone picks their own temperature.
The standard Kia Carnival runs a 3.5-liter V6 producing 287 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque, paired with an 8-speed automatic. That’s enough power to merge confidently with a full load of people, and the 3,500-pound towing capacity can pull a small boat or camper for weekend trips. The V6 returns around 18 mpg in the city and 25 on the highway, which is solid for a three-row vehicle with this much capability.
Drivers near Lawrence who want better fuel economy should take a look at the Carnival Hybrid. It pairs a turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder with an electric motor for 242 combined horsepower and 271 lb-ft of torque, while returning an estimated 32 MPG combined. That adds up to real savings over the course of a year. The hybrid still tows up to 2,500 pounds and keeps the same spacious cabin, so you don’t sacrifice much to gain efficiency.
Both the V6 and hybrid come backed by Kia’s 10-year, 100,000-mile limited powertrain warranty. Standard Kia Drive Wise safety tech includes Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist, Blind-Spot monitoring, Rear Cross-Traffic alerts, and Smart Cruise Control with Stop and Go, giving you and your passengers extra confidence on every drive.
Our team at Ray Skillman Northeast Kia walks you through every Carnival trim, helps you compare the V6 and hybrid, and puts together financing that fits your budget. We work with multiple lenders and offer personalized payment plans for all credit situations. Lawrence is a short drive from our location, and we think the trip is worth it. Check out our Carnival inventory online, fill out a finance application, or come see us in person.