2026 Kia Carnival · The Foundation · 7-Passenger
Carnival LX
From $37,390 MSRP* · 287-hp V6 Standard · Core Driver-Assist Suite
Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, a 6-speaker audio system, and Kia’s core driver-assist suite all come built into the entry point of the Carnival lineup, no options required. The same 287-hp V6 and 8-speed automatic powers every Carnival trim. Every new Carnival at Dean McCrary Kia Hattiesburg comes with upfront pricing and factory warranty.
$37,390MSRP — the Carnival entry point
7seats standard, fixed 2nd row
287 hp3.5L V6, every trim
FWDstandard drivetrain
8-Speedautomatic transmission
Coredriver-assist suite, standard
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Carnival
Everything You Need, Standard
There's no equipment checklist to chase down — the LX shows up ready for whatever the daily grind throws at it.
Connectivity
Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
No cord required — every Carnival, LX included, comes with this baked in.
Audio
6-Speaker Sound System
A dependable factory audio setup that handles commutes and road trips equally well.
Safety
Core Driver-Assist Suite
Lane-keeping assist, blind-spot monitoring, and forward collision-avoidance assist all ship standard, with no upgrade necessary.
Value
The Lowest Price Into the Lineup
The identical 287-hp V6 and 8-speed automatic found in every other Carnival trim, but at the entry price point.
LX Specs
Powertrain
Engine3.5L GDI V6
Output287 hp / 260 lb-ft
Transmission8-Speed Automatic
DrivetrainFWD
Max Towing3,500 lb (braked)
Standard Equipment
Audio6-Speaker System
Seating7, Fixed 2nd Row
SafetyCore Driver-Assist Suite
ConnectivityWireless CarPlay / Android Auto
Where LX Fits
Sitting at the very base of the Carnival ladder, LX is one step below LXS — here's what that next step buys you.
LX
MSRP*$37,390
Seating7, Fixed 2nd Row
HeadlineCore Safety Suite Standard
LXS
MSRP*$39,390
Seating8 Available, Slide-Flex 2nd Row
HeadlineSynTex Seating, Heated Front Seats
Choose LX If…
The lowest Carnival price is the priority, and 7-passenger seating covers your family just fine.
Choose LXS Instead If…
Heated front seats, SynTex upholstery, and the option of 8-passenger Slide-Flex seating sound worth the step up.
Questions About the Carnival LX?
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Carnival LX FAQs
How Much Does the 2026 Kia Carnival LX Cost?⌄
Pricing on the 2026 Kia Carnival LX opens at $37,390 MSRP, before the $1,545 destination charge, making it the entry point of the Carnival lineup. Check live LX inventory for today’s transaction price with active offers applied.
What Comes Standard on the Carnival LX?⌄
Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto come standard, along with a 6-speaker audio system and Kia’s core driver-assist suite — lane-keeping assist, blind-spot monitoring, and forward collision-avoidance assist — with no options required.
How Many People Does the LX Seat?⌄
Seven passengers fit in the LX, thanks to its fixed 2nd-row bench. Stepping up to the LXS trim unlocks the 8-passenger Slide-Flex 2nd row.
Where Can I Buy a 2026 Carnival LX Near Hattiesburg, MS?⌄
Dean McCrary Kia, at 7124 US Hwy 98 in Hattiesburg, keeps the Carnival LX in stock, a short drive from Petal, Oak Grove, Purvis, and Sumrall via the same I-59/US-49/US-98/US-11 interchange that gave Hattiesburg its Hub City nickname. Upfront pricing and factory warranty come standard on every new Carnival.
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See what LX units we've got on the lot today, or send a product specialist any question you're chewing on.
*MSRP excludes $1,545 destination and handling, taxes, title, license, and dealer fees. Pricing and offers subject to change — see dealer for current pricing.
2026 Kia Carnival LX For Sale Near Hattiesburg, MS
From right where I-59, US-49, US-98, and US-11 converge, Dean McCrary Kia in Hattiesburg, Mississippi offers the 2026 Carnival LX to Petal, Oak Grove, Purvis, Columbia, Laurel, and the rest of the Pine Belt. Starting at $37,390 MSRP, the LX combines the shared 287-hp 3.5L V6 and 8-speed automatic with standard FWD and Kia’s core driver-assist suite.