This Kia Carnival can only accommodate four people

In late 2020, Kia introduced the Carnival Hi Limousine variant, featuring a taller roof design compared to the standard Carnival.

This is not merely a roof storage box added to the Carnival; rather, it is a raised roof section that provides a larger cabin space.

For the updated 2026 model year, the Kia Carnival Hi Limousine has received several new features and, for the first time, a hybrid engine option.

There is a choice of seven or nine-seat configurations for the Noblesse version, whereas the more luxurious Signature version can only accommodate four people at a time.

The Signature trim not only features captain’s seats complete with footrests, but also offers a massage function and special storage for shoes.

Passengers in the second row must share a control screen to adjust settings, along with a 21.5-inch screen mounted on the ceiling.

Additionally, there are wireless smartphone charging slots, coat hooks, a refrigerator, and a Bose audio system with 12 speakers.

To ensure the comfort of VIP passengers in the rear, Kia has added soft padding, sound dampening, and lowered the height of the rear seats.

In terms of power, the Carnival Hi Limousine is available with a 3.5-liter V6 engine producing 290 hp, and a 1.6-liter turbo hybrid engine capable of generating 242 hp.

Unfortunately, there is no 2.2-liter diesel engine option offered for the Carnival Hi Limousine.

In the South Korean market, the 2026 Kia Carnival Hi Limousine is priced from 63.27 million won (RM192,000) to 97.8 million won (RM297,000) for the Signature Hybrid variant.