Trim Report

Kia Carnival SX2022

Includes:KIACARN|SX
$20,900
Starting From
3,360
Active Listings
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Avg Mileage

Sourced from 3,360 active dealer listings as of

Min $20,900
Max $56,700
From $20,900
Fresh
Safety

6 active recalls on record. Review the safety section before buying

SX Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$14,998
$15K–$37K
207 listings73,551 avg miles
EX
From$16,499
5,953 listings|$16K–$52K
LX
From$14,998
894 listings|$15K–$42K
LXS
From$33,900
410 listings|$34K–$47K
SX
From$20,900
3,360 listings|$21K–$57K
SX Prestige
From$21,999
3,231 listings|$22K–$61K

2022 Kia Carnival SX Pricing

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Where to Find Kia Carnival SX

Location data for all 2022 Kia Carnival trims combined

33States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Texas (10%), but the remaining listings are spread across 32 other states nationwide.

Kia Carnival Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2022 Kia Carnival trims

Moderate

The 2022 Kia Carnival's moderate safety profile includes 6 recall campaigns and 127 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

6
Recalls
127
Complaints
3
Crashes
0
Fires
Recall Findings
21V9080002021-19-11
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:ELECTRONIC LOCK/LATCH ACTUATOR

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2022 Carnival vehicles. The remote controller assembly for the passenger-side power sliding door may malfunction, preventing the passenger-side sliding door from securely latching.

A power sliding door that fails to latch may open while moving, increasing the risk of injury.

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21V2770002021-21-04
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2022 Carnival vehicles. The plastic fuel rail tube may have been damaged.

A damaged fuel rail tube may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.

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23V1790002023-17-03
TRAILER HITCHES

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Carnival vehicles equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Kia dealership. Water accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.

A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

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23V2360002023-31-03
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling all 2022 and certain 2023 Carnival vehicles. The auto-reverse feature for the power sliding doors (PSD) may not activate in all situations.

A power sliding door that does not auto-reverse can close on an occupant, increasing the risk of injury.

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24V0250002024-18-01
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Sportage and 2022-2024 Carnival vehicles. The roof molding may loosen and detach.

A detached roof molding can create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.

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26V2320002026-10-04
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Carnival vehicles. Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the fuel pipe and fuel rail.

A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2022 Kia Carnival has accumulated 127 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with unknown or other leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Unknown Or Other23
02Structure21
03Electrical System11
04Visibility/wiper8
05Visibility6
127 total across 1 model years (2022–2022)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Kia Carnival Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2022 Kia Carnival trims

22mpg combined
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19city
·
26hwy
·
$2,000/yr

At 22 MPG combined, the 2022 Kia Carnival delivers consistent fuel economy. Budget accordingly.

Carnival - Automatic (S8)
22mpg
3.5L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
19 city26 hwy~$2,000/yr5/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

2022 Kia Carnival SX FAQ

Trim-specific pricing and feature questions

How does the SX compare to other Kia Carnival trims?

The SX occupies a distinct position in the Kia Carnival range. See how it stacks up on the 2022 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2022 Kia Carnival SX?

Maintenance costs for the SX align with the broader Kia Carnival ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The 2022 model year has 6 recalls on record. The most-reported issue area is unknown or other. Check the 2022 Kia Carnival page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Kia Carnival SX?

For the SX, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Kia Carnival buyer's guide.

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