Mpv Diesel Automatic FWD 11-seat

KIA Carnival 2.2 CRDi SXL AT

Price in Port Elizabeth, real specs & fuel economy — 2026

Model year 2026 Generation Fourth generation (KA4); global launch 2020, SA 2021 Current version 2023 Body style MPV
Carnival 2.2 CRDi SXL AT is a South African MPV with a mpv body and diesel power.
ZAR 1,299,995
On-road in
ZAR 1,320,894
What makes up this price?
Vehicle price (ex-showroom)
ZAR 1,299,995
Registration allowance
ZAR 3,900
Licensing allowance
ZAR 1,500
Inspection / roadworthy allowance
ZAR 1,000
Dealer handling / delivery
ZAR 2,800
Insurance
ZAR 11,700
Other fees
ZAR 0
Ex-showroom ZAR 1,299,995
Estimated finance from ZAR 22,872/month Ex-showroom basis · approx. 20% deposit · 11.5% p.a. · 60 months · no balloon
Engine:2151cc (2.2L) Torque:440Nm (325 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:175mm (6.9″) Power:148kW (198 bhp) Boot145L (5.1 cu ft)

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Fuel Economy km/l · US mpg equivalent
Combined 13.9 km/l (33 mpg)
City 11.1 km/l (26 mpg)
Highway 16.9 km/l (40 mpg)

On-road pricing varies by dealer. Fuel figures are manufacturer claims or source-backed estimates where a separate city/highway cycle is not published; your real numbers depend on traffic, terrain and driving style.

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Estimate monthly vehicle finance for the KIA Carnival 2.2 CRDi SXL AT in South Africa. The default illustration uses the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest over 60 months and no balloon payment.

Estimated monthly instalment
ZAR 22,872
Total Interest
ZAR 332,339
Total Payable
ZAR 1,372,339
Principal Interest

* Illustrative estimate based on the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest, 60 months and no balloon payment. Excludes initiation fees, monthly service fees, credit-life insurance and vehicle insurance. Your lender quotation may differ.

Vehicle specifications and buying guidance • Hagalu

KIA Carnival 2.2 CRDi SXL AT

Carnival 2.2 CRDi SXL AT is a South African MPV with a mpv body and diesel power.

The Kia Carnival 2.2 CRDi SXL AT at R1,149,995 reconfigures the Carnival EX's format in one decisive way: the second row's three-seat bench is replaced with two VIP captain chairs equipped with an ottoman footrest. Those captain chairs — with their adjustable recline, extendable footrests, and available heated and ventilated functions — put the SXL in direct competition not with other large MPVs, but with business-class airline seats and executive sedan rear-compartment travel. At R1,149,995, the SXL is the most expensive vehicle in the Kia South Africa range and it earns that position through a specific promise: the most comfortable ground transport experience available for a six-passenger group in the South African new-car market. The powertrain is identical to the EX: the U2 2.2-litre CRDi turbodiesel producing 148kW and 440Nm through an eight-speed torque converter automatic. The engine's 440Nm torque at 1,750rpm provides the same effortless, fully-loaded performance character as the EX — ascending the R74 toward the Drakensberg with five adult passengers and luggage is handled in seventh gear without drama. The SXL is marginally lighter than the EX when fully loaded to its seat capacity (six versus eight occupants), which means the fuel economy at full occupancy is marginally better than the EX at its eight-seat capacity. Meridian is a British premium audio brand associated with McLaren Automotive and Jaguar Land Rover products in the automotive space, known for its advanced digital signal processing and speaker placement optimisation that treats the vehicle cabin as an acoustic environment to be engineered rather than simply filled with speakers. For a buyer searching the Carnival 2.2 CRDi SXL AT price and specifications in South Africa, the interesting part is the trade-off rather than the feature count. A South African price reference of R1,299,995 describes the opportunity; engine of 2.2-litre Turbocharged Diesel and a power output of 148 kW @ 3800 rpm describe the conditions around it for Carnival 2.2 CRDi SXL AT. A realistic load, route and monthly-distance check will reveal whether the package earns its place on the shortlist for Carnival 2.2 CRDi SXL AT

KIA Carnival — Quick Facts

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
2.2 CRDi EX AT Base Diesel Efficiency13.9 km/l Automatic ZAR 1,049,995
2.2 CRDi SXL AT Top Diesel Efficiency13.9 km/l Automatic ZAR 1,299,995
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
2.2 CRDi EX AT Base Diesel Efficiency13.9 km/l Automatic ZAR 1,049,995
2.2 CRDi SXL AT Top Diesel Efficiency13.9 km/l Automatic ZAR 1,299,995
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KIA Carnival Specifications

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Where the KIA Carnival Fits Best

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Who buys this

A shopper researching Carnival 2.2 CRDi SXL AT should separate need from showroom appeal. The best buyer for Carnival 2.2 CRDi SXL AT can describe a recurring reason for choosing its mpv layout. That may be the space for a family, the access needed for work or the cost of keeping a second vehicle for Carnival 2.2 CRDi SXL AT. Start with passengers, cargo, parking, monthly kilometres and road surface for Carnival 2.2 CRDi SXL AT. Then compare a South African price reference of R1,299,995 and engine of 2.2-litre Turbocharged Diesel with insurance, tyres, maintenance and the monthly finance payment for Carnival 2.2 CRDi SXL AT

City
Around town, Carnival 2.2 CRDi SXL AT should be judged by repetition rather than a single burst of acceleration. The relevance of a South African price reference of R1,299,995 becomes obvious on a busy weekday, while engine of 2.2-litre Turbocharged Diesel is worth checking before a purchase built around tight parking or frequent loading
Highway
On a South African freeway or inter-city road, take the Carnival 2.2 CRDi SXL AT out with the load it normally carries. For highway buyers, the Carnival 2.2 CRDi SXL AT needs to make sense when passengers, luggage or work equipment are aboard. Check how it tracks on uneven tar, how the transmission responds after a downshift and whether the boot or load area remains usable for Carnival 2.2 CRDi SXL AT. A front-wheel drive drivetrain helps frame the vehicle’s intended workload; do not assume that a larger body automatically brings more reserve or comfort for Carnival 2.2 CRDi SXL AT
Off-Road
If the Carnival 2.2 CRDi SXL AT will leave smooth tar, test the actual road rather than the image around it. The rough-road question has to be answered by hardware for Carnival 2.2 CRDi SXL AT. On a known gravel or farm access section, inspect clearance, tyre sidewalls, underbody exposure, approach angles and recovery access for Carnival 2.2 CRDi SXL AT. A 8-Speed Automatic transmission may help, but neither a tall bonnet nor diesel alone creates four-wheel drive, low range or a published wading ability for Carnival 2.2 CRDi SXL AT. Keep the speed and route within what the exact local derivative can support for Carnival 2.2 CRDi SXL AT

KIA Carnival 2.2 CRDi SXL AT — Should You Buy It?

Not yet rated: no complete Hagalu editorial review is published for this exact variant. The buyer guidance below is not a scored review.

Carnival 2.2 CRDi SXL AT deserves a closer look when its price, equipment and powertrain fit the owner’s route.

Carnival 2.2 CRDi SXL AT is easiest to recommend when the buyer can point to a concrete benefit in a Automatic transmission and accept the limitation represented by an active listing. A fair review of Carnival 2.2 CRDi SXL AT should end with the owner’s route, not a universal verdict. The combination of a power output of 148 kW @ 3800 rpm, a 8-Speed Automatic transmission and a 8-Speed Automatic transmission can be valuable for the right driver for Carnival 2.2 CRDi SXL AT. The same package may feel expensive or inconvenient if the vehicle spends its life in a different role for Carnival 2.2 CRDi SXL AT. Drive the exact version loaded as it will be used, then read the service, warranty, tyre and insurance costs beside the purchase price for Carnival 2.2 CRDi SXL AT

What's Good
  • ✓Body style: MPV
  • ✓Fuel type: Diesel
  • ✓Transmission: Automatic
  • ✓Trim: top
  • ✓Status: active
  • ✓South African price: R1,299,995
  • ✓Engine: 2.2-litre Turbocharged Diesel
  • ✓Power output: 148 kW @ 3800 rpm
  • ✓Transmission: 8-Speed Automatic
Watch Out For
  • ✕Exact equipment for Carnival 2.2 CRDi SXL AT can vary by derivative.
  • ✕Real fuel use for Carnival 2.2 CRDi SXL AT depends on route, load and weather.
  • ✕The written Carnival 2.2 CRDi SXL AT quotation should be checked before purchase.
  • ✕Tyre, insurance and service costs need a separate Carnival 2.2 CRDi SXL AT budget.
  • ✕A short Carnival 2.2 CRDi SXL AT test drive cannot represent every ownership route.
  • ✕Carnival 2.2 CRDi SXL AT capability should not be inferred from body styling alone.
  • ✕The adjacent Carnival 2.2 CRDi SXL AT grade may suit a different workload.
  • ✕Published Carnival 2.2 CRDi SXL AT figures are planning references, not guarantees.
  • ✕Buyers should confirm Carnival 2.2 CRDi SXL AT stock and support terms.

KIA Carnival FAQs

The current recommended retail price listed for the KIA Carnival 2.2 CRDi SXL AT is R1,299,995. This is the vehicle price before finance interest, insurance, registration and any dealer-added options.

The current south african range comprises 2.2 CRDi EX AT, 2.2 CRDi SXL AT. Prices and equipment are shown by derivative so buyers can compare the actual local range rather than specifications from another market.

The listed ground clearance for the KIA Carnival 2.2 CRDi SXL AT is 175 mm. Use that number as a practical comparison point against similar cars, especially if you regularly deal with steep driveways, gravel roads or uneven parking areas.

The listed engine capacity for the KIA Carnival 2.2 CRDi SXL AT is 2151 cc, with output shown as 148 kW (198 bhp). Where a model has more than one derivative, compare the specific variant because fuel type, gearbox and drivetrain can change the way it drives.

The combined fuel-economy figure shown for the KIA Carnival 2.2 CRDi SXL AT is around 13.9 km/l.

A shopper researching Carnival 2.2 CRDi SXL AT should separate need from showroom appeal. The best buyer for Carnival 2.2 CRDi SXL AT can describe a recurring reason for choosing its mpv layout.

Around town, Carnival 2.2 CRDi SXL AT should be judged by repetition rather than a single burst of acceleration. The relevance of a South African price reference of R1,299,995 becomes obvious on a busy weekday, while engine of 2.2-litre Turbocharged Diesel is worth checking before a purchase...

On a South African freeway or inter-city road, take the Carnival 2.2 CRDi SXL AT out with the load it normally carries. For highway buyers, the Carnival 2.2 CRDi SXL AT needs to make sense when passengers, luggage or work equipment are aboard.

Buyers researching the KIA Carnival often compare it with rivals such as Ford Tourneo Custom , Volkswagen Transporter Kombi , Renault Trafic Passenger , Hyundai Staria . Comparing them side by side is the quickest way to see where your money goes — performance, fuel use, price and running costs can differ substantially.

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