Which Kia Carnival years have remote start?
The Kia Carnival offers remote start in 6 of the 6 model years we have trim data for (2022–2027). It first appears in 2022, standard on the EX, LX, LX Seat Package, SX and SX Prestige. In 2027 it's standard on the EX (Hybrid), LXS (Hybrid), SX (Hybrid) and SX Prestige (Hybrid), and not available on the EX, LX, LXS, SX and SX Prestige.
| Year | Has it? | Which trims |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Some trims | Standard on the EX (Hybrid), LXS (Hybrid), SX (Hybrid) and SX Prestige (Hybrid). Not on the EX, LX, LXS, SX and SX Prestige. |
| 2026 | Standard | Standard on every trim (EX, LX, LXS, SX, SX Prestige, EX (Hybrid), LXS (Hybrid), SX (Hybrid) and SX Prestige (Hybrid)). |
| 2025 | Standard | Standard on every trim (EX, LX, LXS, SX, SX Prestige, EX (Hybrid), LXS (Hybrid), SX (Hybrid) and SX Prestige (Hybrid)). |
| 2024 | Standard | Standard on every trim (EX, LX, LX Seat Package, SX and SX Prestige). |
| 2023 | Standard | Standard on every trim (EX, LX, LX Seat Package, SX and SX Prestige). |
| 2022 | Standard | Standard on every trim (EX, LX, LX Seat Package, SX and SX Prestige). |
"Optional" means a package, option or drivetrain (FWD or AWD) adds it, so check the window sticker of the car you're buying. Trim data from OpenSpec, the manufacturer's equipment guides and NHTSA's vehicle database; years without trim data aren't listed.
More about the Kia Carnival
Wireless Apple CarPlayWireless Android AutoApple CarPlay (wired or wireless)Wireless phone chargingHead-up displayThird row (7+ seats)Power liftgateHybrid, plug-in hybrid or electricAdaptive cruise with stop and goLane centeringBlind-spot monitoring360-degree cameraHeated front seatsHeated second-row seatsVentilated (cooled) seatsHeated steering wheelLeather seatsSunroof or moonroofPanoramic roof