Large SUVs tend to have one glaring weakness: efficiency. The new 2026 Kia Carnival Hybrid separates itself from other models on the road with its ability to get up to 32 miles per gallon combined. If you want to see its hybrid powertrain in action, then you can head to Auffenberg Kia of Cape Girardeau today.
Some people think that you have to sacrifice strength for efficiency, but the Carnival Hybrid proves that theory wrong with its Turbocharged Hybrid Powertrain. It’s efficient, but it also packs a punch with up to 242 horsepower and up to 271 lb-ft. of torque. While our new selection is full of innovative models, the Kia Carnival Hybrid continues to be one of the most impressive.
You can seat up to eight in the Carnival Hybrid, and you’ll be able to enjoy available features like the Dual Sunroofs. If there’s one feature that stands out from the pack, though, it’s the available VIP Lounge Seats. They’re Heated and Ventilated, and they even come with Footrests and Headrests.
The Carnival Hybrid ensures that you have everything you need front and center, as the SX trim equips your cabin with two 12.3-inch Dual Panoramic Displays and smart features like the Blind-Spot View Monitor. Other notable systems include Highway Driving Assist 2, the Digital Key 2.0 System, and the two 115V Power Outlets.
When you have the right formula, there’s no need to change it. The Carnival Hybrid enters the 2026 model year with little to no changes, as it offers families everything that they could possibly need in their next vehicle. Whether you’re enjoying the sheer efficiency of this model or you’re relaxing in the spacious cabin, you can rest assured that this is a safe and smart choice for your family. You can test-drive it today when you stop by Auffenberg Kia of Cape Girardeau.
If the Kia brand is known for anything, it’s the smart tech and safety features that you’ll find in each model. The Carnival Hybrid is a reliable pick for any family, but the tech features it brings to the table change everything. Cruising through Cape Girardeau has never felt easier, as the Highway Driving Assist 2 System and the Full Display Digital Rearview Mirror will simplify your next drive.
We have multiple Chis Auffenberg Auto Group locations in Missouri and Illinois. Regardless of whether you decide to stop in Auffenberg Chevrolet Buick GMC, Chris Auffenberg Ford of Washington, or Auffenberg Hyundai of Cape Girardeau, you can always expect to find friendly faces and exciting new models. We also have a growing used selection for you to explore.