Kia Carnival EX performance summary
The 2026 Kia Carnival EX makes 290 hp and 355 Nm of torque. It runs 0-100 km/h in 8.0s, about 7.5s from 0-60 mph, and reaches a listed top speed of 137 mph (220 km/h). In the Carspeed quarter-mile simulation, it covers 402 m in 15.79s.
On Carspeed's data it is relaxed — quicker off the line than 31% of the cars in our database, with more power than 52% of them and a higher top speed than 55%. That works out to roughly 147 per horsepower at list price.
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How the Kia Carnival EX ranks against 1,483 cars
Kia Carnival EX vs its closest rivals
| Car | HP | 0–100 | Top speed | 1/4 mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kia Carnival EX | 290 | 8.0s | 220 km/h | 15.79s |
| Kia Carnival LXS | 290 | 8.0s | 220 km/h | 15.79s |
| Kia Carnival SX Prestige | 290 | 8.0s | 220 km/h | 15.79s |
| Kia Carnival MPV EX | 290 | 8.0s | 220 km/h | 15.79s |
| Kia Carnival Special Edition | 290 | 8.0s | 220 km/h | 15.79s |
| Nissan Cima | 270 | 8.0s | 210 km/h | 15.82s |
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Kia Carnival EX FAQ
What is the Kia Carnival EX 0-60 mph time?
The Kia Carnival EX does 0-60 mph in about 7.5s, based on its 8.0s 0-100 km/h figure.
What is the top speed of the Kia Carnival EX?
The listed top speed is 137 mph, or 220 km/h.
How much horsepower does the Kia Carnival EX have?
The Kia Carnival EX is listed at 290 hp with 355 Nm of torque.
What is the Kia Carnival EX quarter-mile time?
Carspeed estimates the Kia Carnival EX quarter-mile at 15.79s over 402 m using its published performance data.
What cars are similar to the Kia Carnival EX?
Similar performance rivals include Kia Carnival LXS, Kia Carnival SX Prestige, Kia Carnival MPV EX.