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Millennial parents are reviving the minivan as a practical, affordable alternative to SUVs — minivan sales rose 21% in 2025 to nearly 400,000 units — driven by models like the Kia Carnival Hybrid and Toyota Sienna offering spacious interiors, versatile seating, and better fuel efficiency at lower prices.
Despite a shrinking US market, minivans remain the most practical family cars, offering AWD, hybrids, and clever seating in models like the VW ID Buzz, Toyota Sienna, Honda Odyssey, Chrysler Voyager/Pacifica, and Kia Carnival—proving every minivan is, in fact, cool.
The 2025 Kia Carnival minivan receives major styling updates and a new turbocharged hybrid powertrain, featuring a 1.6-liter inline-4 engine paired with a 72-HP electric motor. The interior boasts a 12-inch central touchscreen, next-generation infotainment system, and updated driver-assist features, while maintaining the option for the VIP Lounge Seat package. With improved design and hybrid option, Kia aims to broaden the appeal of the underappreciated Carnival in the U.S. market.