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If you need a spacious, cozy, and efficient family vehicle, it's hard to beat the 2026 Kia Carnival Hybrid. With its excellent fuel economy, cavernous interior, and plentiful features, the Carnival Hybrid is a vehicle your whole family will love.
The 2026 Carnival Hybrid features a 1.6-liter turbocharged I4 engine paired with an electric motor, producing a combined 242 horsepower. The engine pairs with front-wheel drive and a six-speed automatic transmission. Families traveling from Sterling Heights will appreciate the Carnival Hybrid's EPA-estimated fuel economy of 34 mpg city and 31 mpg highway.
The 2026 Carnival Hybrid comes standard with a 12.3-inch touchscreen. Every trim level includes Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility, ensuring seamless smartphone integration for drivers coming from Ferndale or anywhere in the metro Detroit area. The system also features built-in Wi-Fi hotspot capability, Bluetooth connectivity with voice recognition, and multiple USB ports throughout the cabin - with up to 6 USB ports available depending on trim level.
Higher trim levels enhance the audio experience with available 12-speaker Bose premium audio systems, while the top SX Prestige trim offers an available dual-screen rear seat entertainment system to keep passengers entertained on longer journeys.
The 2026 Carnival Hybrid boasts an extensive suite of standard safety features across all trim levels. The comprehensive airbag system includes dual-stage front airbags, seat-mounted side airbags, and curtain airbags extending through all three rows. Advanced driver assistance systems come standard, including Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA), Lane Keeping Assist (LKA), Lane Following Assist (LFA), and Front Collision Mitigation.
Every Carnival Hybrid features Navigation-Based Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go and Curve Control, making highway driving from Dearborn more relaxed and safer. The standard backup camera, combined with available features like the Aerial View Camera System and Parking Distance Warning sensors (front and rear), makes maneuvering this spacious vehicle surprisingly easy. Additional safety technologies include Driver Monitoring Alert, automatic high-beam headlights, and Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance (RCCA).
The 2026 Carnival Hybrid showcases modern MPV design with its sleek profile and distinctive styling elements. The standard LED headlamps with auto-leveling and automatic high-beam functionality provide excellent visibility while adding a premium appearance. Deep-tinted glass enhances privacy and reduces interior heat buildup, while the integrated lip spoiler adds a sporty touch to the vehicle's profile. Available features like the express open/close dual sunroofs and power-folding mirrors with integrated turn signals enhance both convenience and style.
Inside, the Carnival Hybrid offers a thoughtfully designed cabin with quality materials throughout. Need room for storage? The Carnival Hybrid offers plenty, with 40.2 cubic feet of cargo volume behind the rear seats and up to 145.1 cubic feet with the rear seats folded down.
The 2026 Carnival Hybrid has four trim levels to consider:
Do you want to see for yourself if a 2026 Kia Carnival Hybrid is the ideal vehicle for your family? Then, visit Golling Kia of Madison Heights to browse our inventory and take one for a test drive. While you are here, visit our Finance Center to learn more about your payment options. To schedule your test drive, contact us.
