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/ 100 (moderate)
Approx. 58 days of national supply — moderate negotiating leverage.
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2022 Kia Carnival Price: Typical Asking Price & MSRP
A mileage-adjusted read of comparable active listings—not a quote for a specific VIN, trim, condition, or location.
Typical asking price
$27,365
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Typical asking price is in the typical market range
$13,746$34,999
- Typical market range
- $21,151–$27,966
- Typical asking price
- $27,365
- Original MSRP range
- $32,100–$46,100
Middle 50% of active listings
At typical mileage
5 sourced trims when new
Buyer context
Market pulse
What this means for you. It's market data, not a price for a specific car.
National supply
58
days of supply
Balanced market
Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2022 Kia Carnival.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$29,532–$30,816
Estimated dealer invoice — about $32,100 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% manufacturer margin.
An estimate, not a sourced figure. Actual dealer invoice varies with manufacturer incentives, holdback, and regional pricing.
Typical asking price by trim
| Trim | Typical asking (at typical mileage) | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| LX | $24,971 | $32,100 | $29,532–$30,816 |
| LX Seat Pkg | $25,330 | $34,100 | $31,372–$32,736 |
| EX | $28,445 | $37,600 | $34,592–$36,096 |
| SX Prestige | $29,917 | $46,100 | $42,412–$44,256 |
| SX | $29,936 | $41,100 | $37,812–$39,456 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Typical asking price
Trim
$23,281$35,536$47,790
Typical askingLX
$24,971
LX: typical asking price $24,971, original MSRP $32,100, estimated dealer cost $29,532 to $30,816.
LX Seat Pkg
$25,330
LX Seat Pkg: typical asking price $25,330, original MSRP $34,100, estimated dealer cost $31,372 to $32,736.
EX
$28,445
EX: typical asking price $28,445, original MSRP $37,600, estimated dealer cost $34,592 to $36,096.
SX Prestige
$29,917
SX Prestige: typical asking price $29,917, original MSRP $46,100, estimated dealer cost $42,412 to $44,256.
SX
$29,936
SX: typical asking price $29,936, original MSRP $41,100, estimated dealer cost $37,812 to $39,456.
All marks use the same price scale. Dealer cost is an estimate; original MSRP and typical asking price are shown for context, not as a guarantee of a particular vehicle’s price.
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2022 Kia Carnival runs about $27,676 in MT to $30,205 in NJ — the typical asking price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $1,984 | $110+ | $29,459 |
| TX | $1,710 | $332 | $29,407 |
| FL | $1,642 | $1,074+ | $30,081 |
| NY | $1,095 | $371 | $28,831 |
| PA | $1,642 | $587 | $29,594 |
| IL | $1,710 | $683 | $29,758 |
| OH | $1,573 | $444 | $29,382 |
| GA | $1,916 | $637 | $29,918 |
| NC | $821 | $793 | $28,979 |
| WA | $1,779 | $215+ | $29,359 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $27,890 |
Estimates using each state's base tax rate. Local (city/county) taxes can add 1–3% in many areas, dealer doc fees vary, and some states base registration on vehicle value or weight (shown with a "+"). Trade-in tax credits are not included.
Out-the-door price by state: California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, Georgia, North Carolina, Washington, Oregon
Fuel economy
19
MPG city
26
MPG highway
22
MPG combined
EPA-estimated fuel economy for a representative 2022 Kia Carnival configuration (Regular).
Safety & recalls
6 open NHTSA recalls on record for the 2022 Kia Carnival.
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.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the passenger-side power sliding door release actuator's drum and holder inside the remote controller assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 16, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC221.
Campaign 21V908000 · 19/11/2021
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.
Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the multi-port injection fuel rail, free of charge. The recall began April 30, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC211.
Campaign 21V277000 · 21/04/2021
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.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the remedy is completed. Dealers will inspect and verify whether the vehicle is equipped with a Genuine Kia accessory trailer tow hitch assembly. If equipped, dealers will install a new fuse and wire extension kit. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 16, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC265.
Campaign 23V179000 · 17/03/2023
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.
Remedy: Dealers will update the power sliding door control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 28, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC266.
Campaign 23V236000 · 31/03/2023
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.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the roof molding and replace or secure it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 15, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC292.
Campaign 24V025000 · 18/01/2024
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.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the fuel pipe as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 2, 2026. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC368. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 24, 2026.
Campaign 26V232000 · 10/04/2026
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Questions buyers ask
What is the typical asking price for a 2022 Kia Carnival?
Used 2022 Kia Carnival listings ask about $27,365 at typical mileage, with most listings between $21,151 and $27,966. That is what sellers are asking, not what buyers pay.
Is the 2022 Kia Carnival cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $32,100, so the typical asking price for a used one is roughly $4,735 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2022 Kia Carnival?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $27,676 in MT to $30,205 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2022 Kia Carnival?
There are about 58 days of national market supply for the 2022 Kia Carnival — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2022 Kia Carnival.
Is the listed price on a 2022 Kia Carnival fair?
Usually, yes. 2022 Kia Carnival listings typically ask about $24,488, roughly 11% below the typical asking price at typical mileage, $27,365. Compare any listing against that figure, and get the dealer's out-the-door price in writing, because tax and fees are added on top of the listed price.
What does the dealer pay for a 2022 Kia Carnival?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $29,532–$30,816 — its $32,100 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% margin. An estimate; actual invoice varies.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 10/26/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.