Tech & Safety in the 2025 Kia Carnival - Walkthrough + Explanation!

Let's talk about tech and safety! The Kia Carnival is a lot of parent's first choice when it comes to vans - and it's not a surprise given the high end tech/safety features this vehicle is equipped with. The bets part? A lot of these features are standard - despite being shown on the top trim. Want to know more about the Kia Carnival? Watch our full video down below!
The Refreshed 2025 Kia Carnival - Full Review
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Vehicle: 2025 Kia Carnival SX+
MSRP: $53, 895 CAD
3.5L V6 GDI Engine
8-Speed Automatic Transmission
Front Wheel Drive
Specs:
HORSEPOWER: 288
TORQUE: 260 lb.-ft.
Towing: 3, 500 lbs
7 Seater Configuration
Colour: Storm Blue
Key Features:
VIP Lounge Second Row
Pure Leather Seats
Ventilated Front Seats
Driver Memory Seats
Front / Rear / Side Sensors
Dar Edition Exterior Package
Bose Premium Sound
Heads Up Display
Blind View / Surround View Monitoring
Dual 12.3” Screens
Passenger View Camera
Digital Rearview Mirror
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[@LindaMadlala]

You girls are a great auto channel on the internet. Expert presentation and production 👌. Still driving my 2016 V6 Grand Sedona

[@Jay-xr9ww]

great review Gabby and Char 😀 very informative

[@jjpark1989]

Unfortunately, without a AWD option, this car is a no for me. Shame because I do believe it is the best looking van in the market right now.

[@ayodejiadewoye1734]

This is the only reason I have not bought the car yet. No AWD option.

[@BrantfordKia]

We would love to see AWD in the future. I think having a hybrid powertrain is a step in the right direction because it does show that Kia is listening to their consumer base - hopefully, the next step will be introducing AWD.
However, depending on where you live, we don't always think AWD is necessary for the winter - usually a good set of snow tires can do the job!

[@samarth_jain]

What file format does a dinosaur use to share large files? RARRRR (get it? RAR 🤣)

[@tom_jerry2136]

Hi Gabi and Char,
I just got the 2025 Carnival SX thanks to all your videos =) Can you do a video or short video about using the physical key vs. the Kia Connect phone key, and the Valet mode, please? Also, is the Glove Box lockable?

[@dhowting]

WE PICKED UP OUR 2025 SNOW WHITE CARNIVAL EX ON FRIDAY!!! DAAAAANG IT'S INCREDIBLE!!!!! 100 times BETTER than our Dodge Grand Caravan we traded in!
It drives more like my car than a van!!

[@BrantfordKia]

amazing! Congratulations!

[@colear3]

When will Kia fix the parasitic battery drain that's plaguing the 2025s??? A lot of us are having battery drains every night and Kia is clueless.

[@hariknair3765]

Does that apply to the battery drains on the Carnival hybrids?

[@colear3]

@@hariknair3765 TBD. It's not on lots in the USA yet, but very likely it'll have an issue if Kia hasn't fixed this yet.

[@darkTranquillity1]

There's widespread battery drain issues with 2025 Kia Carnivals, batteries are experiencing parasitic draw and dying suddenly, I dread my family will be stranded someday if this issue isn't fixed by Kia.

[@muelelwathomoli8263]

Does the vehicle come with WI-FI hotspot for passengers?

[@dj_ramo]

I love your videos, but I would recommend no longer streaming as it’s really difficult to watch a video in 720p. Keep up the great work!

[@tylernguyen739]

❤❤❤❤

[@TheAngryPeanut344]

What trim is this?

[@Hinchey613]

SX+

[@BrantfordKia]

This is the SX+!

[@georgedoolittle7574]

KH needs to move metal big time as well as Ford and GM start taking market share from everyone for the first time in my lifetime and all thanks to Tesla by and large tho effectively free natural gas in the USA doesn't hurt as well.

[@josemorales1909]

Stay away of this 2025 model, a lot of 2025 carnival owners including me are having battery issues. The battery died for no reason and the car won’t start. Love the car but I’m scared of being stranded in the winter, this is a safety concern, hope they find a solution soon

[@HS-bi7df]

For which gas, hybrid, or both canivals?

[@josemorales1909]

@@HS-bi7df gas, hybrid hasn't been released

[@dhowting]

Good to know, I might be picking up an AGM battery from work on Tuesday!! The Alfa Romeo Giulia had similar battery draining issues but changing them to a better aftermarket battery fixed the problem in most cases.

[@Forevertonedfitness]

We are close to purchasing a '25. What has Kia's response been to the problem?

[@HS-bi7df]

@@Forevertonedfitness We ultimately purchased a 2018 Sienna. Don't want to waste $40k+ on something unreliable, esp when it's for our family.

[@uniquestion777]

I am not going to lie. I'm here to see Gabby...❤❤❤

[@ayodejiadewoye1734]

Seems Kia didn't realize if they had made an AWD version of this car, they would have stolen many customers from other car manufacturers.

[@BrantfordKia]

We would love to see AWD in the future. I think having a hybrid powertrain is a step in the right direction because it does show that Kia is listening to their consumer base - hopefully, the next step will be introducing AWD.

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