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William Stopford
The best family cars under $80,000... that aren't SUVs
Sure, some families need an SUV. But for a lot of new-car buyers, there are plenty of suitable alternatives. Here are just a few.
16 Days Ago
All Kia Carnival News
Marton Pettendy
Kia K4, EV3, EV5, EV6, EV9, Carnival, Sorento, Sportage and Tasman recalled
More than 11,500 examples of nine Kia models – including the Tasman ute – have been recalled due to potentially faulty instrument clusters.
21 Days Ago
James Wong
Kia driving Australian Open 2026 with more EVs than ever before
Kia is celebrating a milestone 25 years as a major partner with the Australian Open, with this year's player vehicle fleet including 55 EVs.
2 Months Ago
James Wong
Kia Carnival and Sorento lose V6 due to new Australian emissions regulations
Stricter emissions regulations in 2026 have led Kia to drop V6 versions of the Carnival people mover and Sorento SUV.
3 Months Ago
CarExpert
CarExpert Choice winner: Best People Mover
The Kia Carnival does everything a people mover needs to do, but goes the extra mile by being distinctively styled and very pleasant to drive.
9 Months Ago
Damion Smy
2026 Kia Carnival price and specs
The eight-seat Kia Carnival has two new additions to the lineup for 2025, with more affordable hybrid versions available.
11 Months Ago
Marton Pettendy
2026 Kia Carnival Hybrid now more than $20,000 cheaper
The admission price for Kia’s electrified people mover range is now much lower with the addition of two new entry variants.
11 Months Ago
James Wong
Kia electrifies Australian Open fleet with hybrids, EVs
For the first time in 24 years Kia is bringing an entirely electrified fleet to the Australian Open, including a mix of EV and hybrid models.
1 Year Ago
James Wong
Kia Carnival recalled, including hybrid
The facelifted MY24 Kia Carnival range has been recalled over a wiring fault that could cause a loss of power steering assistance.
1 Year Ago
Max Davies
The people movers with the most boot space in Australia
People movers are designed to move... people. But what's the point if you can't bring their luggage along too? Here's what does it best.
2 Years Ago
Max Davies
The people movers with the best fuel economy in Australia
Need a high-capacity hauler that can go the distance? Here are the most fuel-efficient attainable people movers you can buy.
2 Years Ago
Jordan Mulach
Real-world tests reveal the cars that are thirstier than they claim
The latest round of real-world fuel consumption and emissions testing has found almost two-thirds of vehicles exceed their lab test claims.
2 Years Ago
William Stopford
2025 Kia Carnival price and specs
The updated Kia Carnival is on sale now, priced from $50,150 before on-roads and sporting a bolder look and more features than before.
2 Years Ago
Jordan Mulach
2025 Kia Carnival prices: More kit, more money for popular people mover
A new-look Kia Carnival with big tech upgrades will arrive in Australia with a price tag that’s $2670 to $5390 higher than its predecessor.
2 Years Ago
Jade Credentino
Real-world fuel use shows popular Australian new cars drastically exceed claims
The latest round of real-world testing by the AAA has revealed popular cars like the Audi Q5, BMW X3 and MG 3 weren't able to match their official fuel economy claims.
2 Years Ago
James Wong
Kia Carnival Hybrid: Fuel-sipping people mover locked in for Australia
The first-ever Kia Carnival HEV has been confirmed for the Australian market and is set to form part of the facelifted range later this year.
2 Years Ago
