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Kia Carnival MPG & Fuel Cost by Year
6 model years · 2022–2027
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Kia Carnival fuel economy at a glance
EPA has rated the Kia Carnival for 6 model years, 2022 to 2027. Across those years its combined rating runs 21–33 MPG. The latest model year, 2027, has 2 configurations rated 21–33 MPG combined and costing $1,980–$3,140 a year to fuel at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). The most efficient configuration on record since 2022 is the 2027 Hybrid 1.6L 4-cyl turbo FWD, at 33 MPG. Model year 2027 is still being filled in by EPA, so its row may gain configurations.
Kia Carnival MPG by year
| Year | Gas (MPG) | Hybrid (MPG) | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-2027* (KA4) Generation page | |||
| 2027 (partial) | 21 | 33 | $1,980–$3,140 |
| 2026 | 21 | 32 | $2,010–$3,140 |
| 2025 | 21 | 33 | $2,010–$3,120 |
| 2024 | 22 | — | $2,970 |
| 2023 | 22 | — | $2,970 |
| 2022 | 22 | — | $2,970 |
Costs use the current EIA price set and 15,000 miles a year for every year, so years are comparable. Green marks the best year for each powertrain.
Kia Carnival generations
1 generations between 2022 and 2027. Open one for the table of every model year and configuration.
2027 powertrain options
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Kia Carnival's gas mileage by year?
EPA combined ratings for the Kia Carnival run 21–33 MPG across model years 2022 to 2027. The latest year, 2027, is rated 21–33 MPG.
Which Kia Carnival model year has the best gas mileage?
The 2027 Kia Carnival Hybrid 1.6L 4-cyl turbo FWD has the highest combined rating since 2022, at 33 MPG.
How much does a Kia Carnival cost to fuel per year?
For MY2027, EPA-rated configurations cost $1,980–$3,140 a year to fuel, driving 15,000 miles at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). The most efficient one costs $1,980.
Has the Kia Carnival's fuel economy improved over time?
Yes. The most efficient configuration moved from 22 MPG in 2022 to 33 MPG in 2027, 11 MPG more.
Is there a hybrid, plug-in or electric Kia Carnival?
Yes. Hybrid versions are rated from 2025 to 2027 (32–33 MPG).
Which Kia Carnival model years have the same ratings?
EPA lists identical ratings as the previous year for 2024. The generation pages mark those years "same EPA ratings" and point to the year that holds the full table.