Kia has expanded its Carnival MPV lineup in Thailand with the addition of the hybrid variant priced from Bt2,499,000 for the Premium variant to Bt2,699,000 for the Luxury variant.

The Carnival HEV features a hybrid powertrain consisting of a 1.6-litre petrol engine mated to an electric motor delivering a combined 245hp and 367Nm. Power is transmitted via a 6-speed automatic gearbox and there’s an EV drive mode as well.

The hybrid variant comes with refreshed exterior design featuring SUV-inspired styling. Notable features include a Tiger nose-design front grille, cube-like headlights, Kia signature Star Map lighting both front and rear, and newly-designed 19-in geometric wheels.

Smart power sliding doors and smart power tailgate automatically open when the smart key is detected.

The cabin features a wide panoramic curved display made up of 12.3-inch cluster and 12.3-inch touchscreen complete with standard wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto along with voice command.

The automatic climate control system comes with independent temperature adjustment for front left, front right and rear zones.

The passenger compartment is fitted with six standard USB-C ports covering all three rows of seating. Other attractions include a 12-speaker BOSE sound system, 64-color ambient lighting, head-up display and digital rearview mirror.

While the Luxury variant comes with ventilated powered seats, the Premium variant feature removable captain second-row seats that can be repositioned backwards.

Both variants feature enhanced walkthrough access for easier access between rows of rear seats for all family members. The third row flat-folding seats allow to fold the seats flat in one motion.

There is a comprehensive ADAS package along with 360-degree camera, blind spot view camera and eight airbags.

•              Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go

•              High Beam Assist

•              Forward Collision Avoidance Assist

•              Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist (BCA)

•              Blind-Spot View Monitor (BVM)

•              Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist (RCCA)

•              Lane Following Assist and Lane Keeping Assist

•              Safe Exit Assist

Test drives and inquiries about special offers are available at Kia showrooms or visit https://www.kia.com for more information.