2026 Kia Carnival Hybrid Lineup · The Starting Point
Carnival Hybrid LXS
Starting at $41,390 MSRP* · 242-HP Hybrid System · 34 MPG City
This is where the Carnival Hybrid lineup begins — SynTex seating, heated front seats, and a full 12.3-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, all built on the identical 242-hp turbo-hybrid system found in every other trim.
$41,390MSRP* — entry point
242 hp1.6L turbo-hybrid system
34MPG city · 33 combined
8seats standard
SynTexheated front seats
12.3"touchscreen w/ nav
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Three quick questions, and we’ll match you to the right Carnival Hybrid.
01 · Who’s usually in the car?
02 · Where do you drive most?
03 · What’s the top priority?
Finish all three and we’ll surface your best-fit trim — with pricing one tap away.
Best fit
Carnival Hybrid
Everything You Need, Nothing You Don’t
Entry point though it may be, the LXS still comes very well equipped — every item below is standard, not optional.
Seating
SynTex & Heated Front Seats
SynTex leatherette covers the seats, with a heated 8-way power driver’s seat included — a step up from cloth, without leather’s price tag.
Technology
12.3" Touchscreen with Navigation
Full navigation plus wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto come standard — leave the phone cable at home.
Lighting
LED Headlamps, Auto High-Beam
Automatic high-beam LED headlamps bring extra confidence to night drives down unlit roads.
Efficiency
242-hp Hybrid, 34 MPG City
You get the complete turbo-hybrid powertrain and its city-friendly efficiency at no extra cost for choosing the base trim.
The LXS Cabin
A solid starting point for families after hybrid efficiency without paying extra for features they’d never use.
Seating & Comfort
UpholsterySynTex Leatherette
Front SeatsHeated, 8-Way Power Driver
Seating CapacityUp to 8
Wheels17" Alloy
HeadlampsLED, Auto High-Beam
DrivetrainFWD Standard
Technology & Convenience
Display12.3" Touchscreen w/ Nav
SmartphoneWireless CarPlay & Android Auto
ClimateFront Auto Climate Control
Driver AssistCore Kia Driver-Assist Suite
Rear Seat EntertainmentNot Available
LXS or Step Up to EX?
Stepping up a trim brings genuine convenience upgrades suited to stop-and-go family life.
LXS
MSRP*$41,390
Power Liftgate—
Wireless Charging—
EX
MSRP*$43,590
Power LiftgateHands-Free, Standard
Wireless ChargingStandard
Choose LXS If…
You want the complete hybrid powertrain and a well-equipped cabin at the lowest price point in the Carnival Hybrid lineup.
Choose EX If…
A hands-free liftgate, wireless charging, and a rear-seat camera/intercom are on your must-have list.
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Every Trim. Every Offer.
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Carnival Hybrid LXS FAQs
What Does a 2026 Carnival Hybrid LXS Cost?⌄
Pricing on the 2026 Kia Carnival Hybrid LXS opens at $41,390 MSRP, before the $1,545 destination charge. Check live LXS inventory for today’s actual price with current offers applied.
What Comes Standard on the Carnival Hybrid LXS?⌄
You get SynTex leatherette seating with heated, 8-way power front seats, 17-inch alloy wheels, LED headlamps with auto high-beam assist, and a 12.3-inch touchscreen with navigation plus wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto — all included standard, right alongside the 242-hp hybrid system.
Is LXS the Entry-Level Carnival Hybrid Trim?⌄
Correct — there’s no LX trim on the Hybrid, unlike the gas-powered Carnival. LXS opens the Hybrid lineup, which then climbs through EX and SX to the flagship SX Prestige. Compare all trims.
What’s the Towing Capacity of the Carnival Hybrid LXS?⌄
Properly equipped, it’s rated by Kia at 2,500 pounds — a figure that holds steady across every Carnival Hybrid trim.
Where’s the Closest Place to Buy a Carnival Hybrid LXS Near Hattiesburg, MS?⌄
Dean McCrary Kia, at 7124 US Hwy 98, sits right in The Hub City where I-59, US-49, and US-11 converge — an easy drive for LXS shoppers coming from Petal, Oak Grove, Purvis, and the rest of the Pine Belt. Every new Carnival Hybrid we sell comes with upfront pricing and factory warranty included.
A Carnival Hybrid LXS Is Ready For You
Browse the LXS units we have in stock now, or send a question to a product specialist.
*MSRP does not include the $1,545 destination and handling charge, taxes, title, license, or dealer fees. Pricing and current offers are subject to change — confirm with the dealer for today’s numbers.
Shop the 2026 Kia Carnival Hybrid LXS Near Hattiesburg, MS
Dean McCrary Kia is located on US Hwy 98 in Hattiesburg, right where I-59, US-49, and US-11 converge — keeping the 2026 Carnival Hybrid LXS within easy reach of Forrest, Lamar, Covington, and Perry counties, from Petal and Oak Grove out to Columbia and Laurel. Priced from $41,390 MSRP, it combines SynTex seating and a 12.3-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, all riding on the 242-hp turbo-hybrid system rated at 34 mpg city.