Bin Hindi Motors, the exclusive distributor of KIA Motors in Bahrain today took the wraps off the all-new Grand Carnival MPV, Full size multi-purpose vehicle in Bahrain. As the final chapter in Kia’s design-led transformation story – which began in 2009 and has seen a comprehensive makeover of Kia’s entire model line under the direction of Chief Design Officer Peter Schreyer – the all-new Grand Carnival’s CUV-like styling and proportions offer all of the functional convenience of the segment while defying its design limitations. In addition to innovative European-inspired design, the Grand Carnival also delivers the exceptional interior volume buyers expect in the segment with ample passenger and cargo room and a quiet and comfortable cabin. Following the philosophy that has guided Kia’s recent succession of highly successful redesigns, the Carnival advances value to new levels of sophistication and upscale features.

“Throughout the development process, our engineers in the U.S. and Korea focused on adding the element of desire to the all-new Grand Carnival with improved driving dynamics , power and the incorporation of modern styling cues, premium materials , safety and technology,” said Orth Hedrick, Vice President, product planning, KMA.

Modern, Confident Exterior

Grand Carnival’s wide stance exudes a modern, CUV-like exterior appearance highlighted by a front fascia and cab-forward design that project confidence and strength. The Carnival’s muscular face and clean, smooth look is highlighted by a fully integrated version of Kia’s signature grille and headlamps with LED positioning lights.

Open, Relaxed, Configurable Interior

Despite its overall width and height remaining virtually unchanged, the all-new Grand Carnival provides more front shoulder room, greater leg room in the front, second and third rows, as well as a slightly higher hip-point, improving outward visibility for the driver. The horizontal design cues across the instrument panel create a greater sense of width, and the generous use of soft-touch materials adds to the all-new Carnival’s premium ambiance. The Carnival’s proportions provide flexible seating in eight-passenger and eleven passenger configurations and a multitude of storage options.

The Carnival also is the only vehicle in the segment outfitted with standard YES Essentials™ fabric technology to provide anti-microbial protection from spills, anti-static protection from irritating electrical shocks as well as stain-repelling and stain-releasing fabric characteristics appreciated by anyone who leads an active lifestyle.

Driving Dynamics and Safety

The Grand Carnival is built on an all-new chassis with static torsional stiffness that is 36-percent greater than its closest segment competitor. The body is 76 percent Ultra High Strength Steel (press hardened) or High Strength Steel, which provides exceptional rigidity, durability and collision protection in a lightweight design. For enhanced roof strength, the Carnival has been engineered with reinforced pillars that distribute impact loads with ultra-high-strength steel tubes that run inside the A-pillars. The Grand Carnival is targeted to earn the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) 5-Star overall vehicle safety rating.

Under the hood, a new Lambda Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) 3.3-liter V6 engine replaces the 3.5-liter V6 found in the previous generation Carnival. The 3.3-liter engine delivers more power than its predecessor, boasting 270 horsepower at 6,000 rpm, and it has been tuned for enhanced mid-range torque, offering 248 lb.-ft. at 5,200 rpm. The new 3.3-liter V6 engine is mated to a six-speed automatic transmission tuned for balanced control, power and efficiency. The Grand Carnival comes with a 5 year/unlimited mileage warranty from Bin Hindi Motors. (The new name for A.A. Binhindi Group Automotive Franchises).

For Test Driving the All New Grand Carnival and further queries, please contact Kia showroom in Manama on 17408800 or email kiasales@binhindi.com.