The Kia Carnival is a spacious minivan that offers a comfortable ride and ample space for passengers and cargo. With a length of 4925 mm and a wheelbase of 2905 mm, it provides a smooth ride and easy maneuverability. The Carnival has a seating capacity of 7 people and features a 5-door body style.
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Body Type
Minivan
Seats
7
Doors
5
Length
4925 mm 193.9 in.
Width
1900 mm 74.8 in.
Height
1730 mm 68.11 in.
Wheelbase
2905 mm 114.37 in.
Front Track
1625 mm 63.98 in.
Rear Track
1600 mm 62.99 in.
Min Turning Circle
13 m 42.65 ft.
Ride Height Ground Clearance
170 mm 6.69 in.
Fuel Consumption
The Kia Carnival is a diesel-powered minivan that offers a spacious and comfortable ride. With its diesel engine, it provides a smooth and efficient driving experience.
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Engine & Transmission
The car in question is a Carnival model with a 4-cylinder, inline, turbocharged diesel engine with intercooler and commonrail fuel injection system, having a displacement of 2.9 liters. It produces 130 HP at 3800 RPM and 324 Nm of torque at 1800 RPM. The engine has a DOHC valvetrain, 4 valves per cylinder, and a compression ratio of 19.0. The engine is transversely mounted at the front and mated to a 5-speed manual transmission, driving the front wheels. The front suspension is of the wishbone type and the rear suspension uses coil springs. The car's oil capacity is 6.6 liters and it uses 9.4 liters of coolant. The car has a front-wheel-drive architecture.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
130 Hp @ 3800 rpm.
Power Per Litre
44.8 Hp/l
Torque
324 Nm @ 1800 rpm. 238.97 lb.-ft. @ 1800 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Transverse
Engine Model Code
J3
Engine Displacement
2902 cm3 177.09 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
4
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
97.1 mm 3.82 in.
Piston Stroke
98 mm 3.86 in.
Compression Ratio
19
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
4
Fuel Injection System
Diesel Commonrail
Engine Aspiration
Turbocharger, Intercooler
Valvetrain
DOHC
Engine Oil Capacity
6.6 l 6.97 US qt | 5.81 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
10W-30, 15W-40 / API CF-4 10W-30, 15W-40 / ACEA B4 5W-30 / API CF-4 (<-20 C°) 5W-30 / ACEA B4 (<-20 C°)
Coolant
9.4 l 9.93 US qt | 8.27 UK qt
Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive Wheel
Front wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
5 gears, manual transmission
Front Suspension
Wishbone
Rear Suspension
Coil spring
Brakes
The car specs indicate a budget-friendly vehicle with adequate braking, steering, and tire capabilities. The ventilated front disc brakes and ABS ensure reliable stopping power, while the hydraulic steering offers a comfortable and responsive driving experience. The 215/70 R15 tires provide adequate grip and stability.
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Front Brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear Brakes
Drum
Assisting Systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering Type
Steering rack and pinion
Power Steering
Hydraulic Steering
Tires Size
215/70 R15
Wheel Rims Size
15
Weight & Capacity
The Carnival has a weight-to-power ratio of 14.3 kg/Hp (70.1 Hp/tonne) and a weight-to-torque ratio of 5.7 kg/Nm (174.7 Nm/tonne), with a kerb weight of 1855 kg (4089.57 lbs.) and a fuel tank capacity of 75 L (19.81 US gal | 16.5 UK gal).
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Weight To Power Ratio
14.3 kg/Hp, 70.1 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
5.7 kg/Nm, 174.7 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1855 kg 4089.57 lbs.
Fuel Tank Capacity
75 l 19.81 US gal | 16.5 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Kia - Carnival I (UP/GQ, facelift 2001)
The Kia Carnival has a seating capacity of 7 people.
The length of the Kia Carnival is 4925 mm or 193.9 in.
The ground clearance of the Kia Carnival is 170 mm or 6.69 in.
The Kia Carnival can seat up to 8 passengers.
Yes, the Kia Carnival is an excellent choice for families due to its spacious interior, comfortable ride, and generous feature list.
Some key features of the Kia Carnival include a touchscreen infotainment system, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a range of advanced safety features.
Diesel
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Carnival
The engine is transversely mounted at the front of the car.
It has a 5-speed manual transmission.
The internal combustion engine drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
The Carnival has ventilated disc brakes in the front and drum brakes in the rear.
The Carnival features a steering rack and pinion system with hydraulic power assistance for easy and comfortable maneuvering.
The Carnival comes with 215/70 R15 tires, offering a balance of grip and fuel efficiency.
The Kia Carnival can seat up to 8 passengers.
Yes, the Kia Carnival is an excellent choice for families due to its spacious interior, comfortable ride, and generous feature list.
Some key features of the Kia Carnival include a touchscreen infotainment system, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a range of safety features such as forward collision avoidance and lane departure warning.
The weight-to-power ratio of the Carnival is 14.3 kg/Hp (70.1 Hp/tonne).
The weight-to-torque ratio of the Carnival is 5.7 kg/Nm (174.7 Nm/tonne).
The fuel tank capacity of the Carnival is 75 L (19.81 US gal | 16.5 UK gal).
