Kia has officially unveiled its flagship large RV 'The Kia Carnival High Roof' in South Korea. Official customer orders and contracts have officially commenced today, June 15th, marking a new chapter for South Korea's favorite family vehicle.
The Carnival High Roof is designed to elevate cabin space by integrating a higher roofline into the standard base model. While capturing the signature generous interior dimensions that have traditionally been the biggest strength of the top-tier Carnival High Limousine, this new trim introduces a highly competitive pricing structure to provide premium RV consumers with broader, more flexible choices.
Uncompromised Safety and Expansive Spatial Comfort
To ensure robust passenger protection and structural integrity, the Carnival High Roof features the identical steel-material roof application found in the flagship High Limousine model. This engineering choice delivers outstanding durability and crash safety ratings compared to alternative aftermarket materials.
The core value of this model lies in its dramatic vertical enlargement. The vehicle's total height has been raised by 270mm compared to the standard Carnival model. This extension translates to an incredibly generous headroom area for both second- and third-row occupants, creating a bright, open, and well-ventilated cabin environment ideal for long-distance family travel or executive transportation.
Key Architectural & Exterior Design Highlights:
Premium Materials: Full-steel roof integration ensures high-grade body rigidity and safety.
270mm Height Boost: Creates an expansive interior ambiance with optimized headroom across all rear seats.
Sleek Exterior Styling: Horizontal chrome moldings accentuate the vehicle's premium presence and premium class look.
Enhanced Visibility: A large LED rear high-mounted stop lamp improves aesthetic appeal and following-vehicle safety.
Lounge-Inspired Interior Architecture and Conveniences
Inside, the vehicle shifts toward an upscale, executive-lounge atmosphere. Premium suede materials line the upper cabin pillars and ceiling, softening the interior ambiance and enhancing acoustic insulation. For enhanced utility, dedicated rear-seat LED reading lights are built into the high roof frame, allowing passengers to work or read comfortably during night journeys without disrupting the driver.
In terms of seating configurations, Kia is prioritizing practicality by launching the 9-seat configuration first. To accommodate a wider array of consumer preferences, a luxury 7-seat variant is scheduled for release in the second half of this year.
Powertrain Options, Color Palette, and Market Pricing
The powertrain lineup adapts to modern efficiency and performance needs, offering two robust choices:
3.5 Gasoline: Delivering smooth, high-capacity power delivery.
1.6 Turbo Hybrid: Maximizing fuel economy and low-end torque for urban driving.
The exterior paint options are streamlined to two premium choices: Aurora Black Pearl and Snow White Pearl, paired exclusively with a sophisticated Cotton Beige interior color scheme.
By positioning the starting price in the competitive 50-million-won range, Kia makes premium high-roof space accessible to a significantly broader customer segment.
Official Trim & Pricing Structure
3.5 Gasoline Models
Noblesse Trim: 52,110,000 KRW converts to approximately $34,419 USD or €29,652 EUR.
Signature Trim: 55,660,000 KRW converts to approximately $36,764 USD or €31,672 EUR.
1.6 Turbo Hybrid Models
Noblesse Trim: 56,660,000 KRW converts to approximately $37,424 USD or €32,241 EUR.
Signature Trim: 60,210,000 KRW converts to approximately $39,769 USD or €34,261 EUR.
"The Kia Carnival High Roof is a strategic addition to our lineup, allowing customers to experience the majestic spatial luxury traditionally reserved for high-end limousines at a highly reasonable price point," stated an official representative from Kia. "Moving forward, we remain dedicated to expanding tailored solutions that match our customers' diverse lifestyles and mobility requirements, ensuring the Carnival maintains its unrivaled market value."
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