New & Used 2026 Kia Carnival for Sale near Tavistock, ON

Summary

• With 125 currently listed for sale and an average price of $50,300 CAD, 34.4% of 2026 Kia Carnival listings on CarGurus are rated as good or great deals.

• Favourably reviewed: Owners rated the 2026 Kia Carnival 5 / 5 stars.

Why it stands out

The 2026 Kia Carnival stands out by blending minivan practicality with unusually bold styling. Kia’s current-generation Carnival is described as the most aggressive, angular, and modern-looking of its direct competitors, and its long, boxy shape is a big part of why it works so well for cargo space and passenger comfort. It also has a low step-in height and a relatively light curb weight, which help make it easier to live with than many truck-based SUVs. For families, that combination of space, comfort, and everyday usability is a major part of its appeal.

Under the hood, the 2026 Carnival uses a 3.5-litre V6 with 287 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque, paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission with multiple driving modes. The model also offers a gas-electric hybrid powertrain, and the source says the hybrid is nearly as powerful as the V6 while delivering much better fuel efficiency. The Carnival’s equipment list is another strength: the 2026 LX includes a heated windshield, heated outboard mirrors and heated washer nozzles, a 12.3-inch touchscreen with built-in navigation and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, front and rear parking sensors, and driver-assistance features such as forward collision avoidance with pedestrian and cyclist detection and adaptive cruise control.

Higher trims add a lot of convenience and luxury touches, including power sliding doors, a heated and leather-wrapped steering wheel, a power liftgate, a wireless charger, a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, an in-cabin passenger view camera and intercom system, Highway Driving Assist 2, a Bose premium sound system, a head-up display, and Kia’s blind-view monitor system. At the top, the SX+ includes Kia’s “VIP Lounge” second-row seating with heating, cooling, extended recline, and power leg rests. The main drawbacks are also clear: the Carnival does not offer all-wheel drive, towing ratings are low, and Kia does not make folding the seats easy.

Other model years to consider

• 2023 Kia Carnival
  • Average price: $32,994 CAD
  • Good/great deal percentage: 31.3%
  • User rating: 5 / 5
  • Total listings: 195
• 2025 Kia Carnival
  • Average price: $42,643 CAD
  • Good/great deal percentage: 35.4%
  • User rating: 5 / 5
  • Total listings: 212
• 2024 Kia Carnival
  • Average price: $37,883 CAD
  • Good/great deal percentage: 32.7%
  • User rating: 4.75 / 5
  • Total listings: 211

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  • Average price: $52,062 CAD
  • Good/great deal percentage: 33.5%
  • User rating: 4 / 5
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• 2026 Toyota Sienna
  • Average price: $63,092 CAD
  • Good/great deal percentage: 26.7%
  • User rating: 5 / 5
  • Total listings: 191
• 2026 Honda Odyssey
  • Average price: $59,205 CAD
  • Good/great deal percentage: 36.2%
  • Total listings: 94

This analysis is based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 5, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.