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Kia Grand Carnival 2012

Kia Grand Carnival 2012

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$7,810

The 2012 Kia Grand Carnival range of configurations is currently priced from $4,999.

Our most recent review of the 2012 Kia Grand Carnival resulted in a score of 7 out of 10 for that particular example.

Carsguide Contributing Journalist Ewan Kennedy had this to say at the time: How much?Budget on spending from:$2000 to $4000 for a 1999 Kia Carnival;$3500 to $6500 for a 20012 Carnival LS;$7000 to $11,000 for a 2007 Carnival EX Luxury;$9000 to $14,000 for a 2007 Grand Carnival;$12,000 to $18,000 for a 2011 Carnival S;$18,000 to $24,000 for a 2011 Grand Carnival Platinum;$24,000 to$33,000 for a 2013 Grand Carnival Platinum;$31,000 to $42,000 for a 2015 Carnival Si;and $40,000 to $53,000 for a 2015 Carnival Platinum.

You can read the full review here.

This is what Ewan Kennedy liked most about this particular version of the Kia Grand Carnival: Good list of features for a low price., Good amount of cabin room., No real complaints about spare parts cost or availability.

The 2012 Kia Grand Carnival carries a braked towing capacity of up to 2000 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.

The Kia Grand Carnival is also known as Kia Sedona in markets outside Australia.

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10.9L/100km (combined)
Wagon
6 Speed Automatic
Unleaded Petrol
Overview
Likes
Good list of features for a low price.
Good amount of cabin room.
No real complaints about spare parts cost or availability.
Dislikes
Used models can be prone to high mileage.
NVH can be an issue.
Handling is on the ordinary side.

Kia Grand Carnival 2012 FAQs

Is a 2015 Kia Carnival S worth it?

I wouldn’t pay $6000 more for a 2015 model than I would for an equivalent 2014 model; the most I would pay would be $3000.

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Cause of high fuel consumption in Grand Carnival?

If you're using mostly it around town, as I suspect you are, the consumption is about what I would expect.

Kia's own claims for fuel consumption for urban (city) use is 15.1L/100km, and the driving range is a little over 500km, smack on what you say you are getting.

The average of combined urban (city) and extra-urban (country) is claimed by Kia to be 10.9L/100km.

The bottom line is that it's a big blob of a vehicle with a relatively large engine doing the work, that's not a recipe for fuel low consumption.

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iMax or Carnival?

The iMax is reliable and would win in terms of storage space. The early Carnival with the V6 motor was troublesome, but the later one is quite reliable and could be bought with confidence.

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Kia Grand Carnival 2012 Dimensions

Dimensions for the 2012 Kia Grand Carnival are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1985mm x 1760mm and can vary on the basis of model.
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Kia Grand Carnival 2012 Wheel Size

Wheel size for the 2012 Kia Grand Carnival will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models. The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted.
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Kia Grand Carnival 2012 Towing Capacity

The 2012 Kia Grand Carnival has maximum towing capacity of 2000kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.
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Kia Grand Carnival 2012 Pricing & Specs

The Kia Grand Carnival 2012 prices range from $7,810 for the basic trim level Wagon S to $16,720 for the top of the range Wagon Platinum.

$11,721
Based on 27 cars listed for sale in the last 6 months.
LOWEST PRICE
$4,999
HIGHEST PRICE
$18,990
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Kia Grand Carnival 2012 Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption for the 2012 Kia Grand Carnival is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Kia Grand Carnival currently offers fuel consumption from 8.1L/100km.