2027 Kia Carnival for Sale in Fort Smith, AR

Eight passengers and 145 cubic feet of cargo space, that's the trump card for the 2027 Kia Carnival in Fort Smith, AR, wrapped in styling that still turns heads on the road. A standard 287-hp V6 powers the entire lineup.

River Valley shoppers who want a more efficient powertrain aren't left out either, Kia builds this same minivan as a 2027 Carnival Hybrid.

Crain Kia of Fort Smith keeps the 2027 Carnival on hand for anyone ready to take a look.

What's New for 2027?

Second-row captain's chairs, previously limited to higher-tier trims, become available on EX and SX for 2027. The Dark Edition package follows the same path, expanding from SX-only to include EX as well.

Iceberg Green also joins the palette on EX, SX, and SX Prestige, taking the place of the discontinued Flare Red.

2027 Carnival Updates:

• Second-row captain's chairs now available on EX and SX trims

• Dark Edition package now available on EX, in addition to SX

• Iceberg Green added to the color lineup on EX, SX, and SX Prestige

• Flare Red discontinued

Every 2027 Carnival trim starts from the same solid foundation:

• 287-hp 3.5-liter V6 paired with an 8-speed automatic

• Seating for seven or eight, depending on second-row configuration

• 12.3-inch touchscreen standard, with an optional dual-screen setup

• Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

• Standard lane-keeping assist, automated emergency braking, and blind-spot monitoring

• Towing capacity up to 3,500 pounds

• Massive cargo space, up to 145 cubic feet with all rows folded

River Valley families comparing minivans and three-row SUVs can find a direct answer in why the Carnival works for busy households.

Kia doesn't gate its core driver-assistance tech behind a paywall. Automated emergency braking with cyclist detection, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, rear cross-traffic alert, automatic high-beams, and blind-spot monitoring are standard from the base trim up, all part of what Kia brands Kia Drive Wise.

From there, options like adaptive cruise control, lane centering, rear automatic braking, and a 360-degree surround view monitor become available as trims climb.

Standard From the Base Trim:

• Automated emergency braking with cyclist detection

• Lane-departure warning

• Lane-keeping assist

• Rear cross-traffic alert

• Automatic high-beams

• Blind-spot monitoring

The Carnival's infotainment setup starts with a 12.3-inch touchscreen, standard lineup-wide, and buyers can add a second screen for a complete digital gauge cluster. Voice commands cover the basics, adjusting the temperature or cracking a window without touching anything.

Kia App Connect brings wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto to every trim, so phone pairing isn't an extra-cost feature.

Cabin Tech Rundown:

• 12.3-inch touchscreen, with optional dual-screen setup

• Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

• Built-in voice assistant

• Up to 7 USB ports throughout the cabin

• Wireless charging standard on EX and up

Second-row flexibility sets the tone in the Carnival's cabin: choose the standard eight-passenger bench, or add captain's chairs and drop to seven for a more upscale feel. Either configuration still leaves the third row usable for grown adults on shorter trips.

Maximum cargo volume tops out at 145 cubic feet with the rear rows folded, while 40 cubic feet stays available with all three rows in use.

Cabin Capacity:

• Standard second-row bench (eight-passenger) or optional captain's chairs (seven-passenger)

• Third row usable by adults, not just kids

• 40 cubic feet of cargo space behind the third row

• 145 cubic feet of cargo space with both rear rows folded

Five distinct trims give River Valley shoppers a range of options for the 2027 Carnival.

LX handles the essentials:

• 7-passenger seating with power sliding rear doors

• 12.3-inch touchscreen with navigation

• 18 driver and safety assistance features

LXS adds comfort touches:

• 8-passenger seating with 2nd-row slide-flex seating

• 8-way power driver's seat

• Heated front seats

EX brings modern conveniences:

• 19-inch wheels and smart power liftgate

• Power front seats with driver's memory seat

• Roof rails and wireless phone charger

SX ups the tech and styling:

• Dual sunroofs and 19-inch black wheels

• Blind-spot and 360-degree surround view monitor

• Ventilated front seats with dual 12.3-inch displays

SX Prestige sits at the top:

• Dark Edition styling with leather seat trim

• Bose premium audio and heated steering wheel

• Head-up display and digital rearview mirror

Crain Kia's Fort Smith team keeps demo units of each trim on hand for side-by-side comparisons.

Kia Confidence: Warranty Coverage You Can Count On

The powertrain warranty runs 10 years or 100,000 miles on the Carnival, well beyond what most competitors offer, and it's paired with a five-year, 60,000-mile limited warranty. There's no complimentary maintenance bundled in, though.

Ask Crain Kia's Fort Smith team to walk through the fine print of Kia's warranty before you finalize anything.

Coverage Details:

• 5-year/60,000-mile limited warranty

• 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty

• No complimentary maintenance included

Financing Made Easy at Crain Kia

Crain Kia of Fort Smith's finance department builds payment plans around River Valley budgets, not the other way around.

Trade In or Sell Your Car to Crain

River Valley drivers regularly sell or trade vehicles through Crain Buys Cars, with or without a new Carnival purchase.

Shop the 2027 Kia Carnival in Fort Smith

The 2027 Kia Carnival covers a lot of ground: real cargo capacity, genuine third-row comfort, and styling that doesn't scream minivan.

Crain Kia of Fort Smith has it in stock for River Valley shoppers, along with a team that can answer specifics on any trim. Van Buren, Alma, and Greenwood drivers already make Fort Smith their stop for straightforward Kia shopping.