Measurements
Kia Carnival cargo space dimensions.
| Length | Width | Height | Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Behind rear seats | 26"66 cm | 49"124 cm | 36"91 cm | 40.2 cu ft1138 L |
| Rear seats folded | 87"221 cm | 49"124 cm | 36"91 cm | 145.1 cu ft4109 L |
| Liftgate opening | – | 49"124 cm | 36"91 cm | – |
Figures are typical for the current generation and vary slightly by trim and model year. The liftgate opening is the limiting dimension for wide or tall items, so measure it before the volume.
What fits
What fits in the Kia Carnival cargo area?
Measure smart
What to measure.
Four numbers decide nearly every fit check. Get these right and the rest follows.
- 01The liftgate opening width and height, not the total volume, since the opening is what an item has to pass through.
- 02The load-floor length behind the rear seats, then again with the seats folded.
- 03The height available under the parcel shelf or roofline, measured at the lowest point.
- 04Your item at its widest point, including feet, handles, and packaging.
Don't make these
Common mistakes.
Most “it didn't fit” stories trace back to one of these oversights.
- ⚠Reading the cubic-foot figure and assuming a wide item will fit, when the liftgate opening is narrower than the item.
- ⚠Measuring the cargo floor but forgetting the roofline tapers toward the liftgate opening.
- ⚠Ignoring that a full-size spare, subwoofer, or hybrid battery eats into the quoted volume.
- ⚠Planning around seats-folded length while leaving a passenger seat up.
Frequently asked
Questions we keep getting.
What is the cargo space of a Kia Carnival?
The Kia Carnival has 40.2 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats and 145.1 cubic feet (about 4109 liters) with the rear seats folded. The folded load floor is roughly 87 inches (221 cm) long.
01What are the Kia Carnival liftgate opening dimensions?
The Kia Carnival liftgate opening is about 49 inches wide and 36 inches tall (124 x 91 cm). The opening, not the total volume, is what decides whether a wide or tall item can get in, so measure it first.
02How long is the Kia Carnival load area with the rear seats folded?
About 87 inches, or 221 cm. Folding the rear seats raises usable volume to 145.1 cubic feet (about 4109 liters). Measure your longest item against this load length before you load.
03Does the Kia Carnival cargo space change by model year?
Cargo figures vary slightly by generation and trim. A panoramic roof, a full-size spare, or a hybrid battery can each reduce usable volume by a few cubic feet. The figures here are typical for the current generation; check your exact year's spec sheet for a precise number.
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