Kia Carnival upgraded to be as luxurious as Rolls-Royce, priced as high as Mercedes-Benz S-Class
TB (according to Tuoi Tre)•March 5, 2024 08:56
No need to wait for the official launch of the Kia Carnival Hi-Limousine, the famous German tuning company already has a luxurious version of the Korean car with many similar details.
Hollmann International's Kia Carnival is loaded with technology and amenities that rival Rolls-Royce.
The luxurious variant of the Kia Carnival, called the Hi-Limousine, is expected to launch this March. It is expected to be a formidable competitor to the Toyota Alphard.
While waiting for the car to be launched, the Kia Carnival "Hi-Limousine" is already on the market through Hollmann International, a German car dealership known as one of the largest luxury supercar sales centers on the continent.
Notably, many details on this car are expected to also be available on the "genuine" Kia Carnival Hi-Limousine.
The car has a snow white color, accented with some chrome details. 19-inch multi-spoke alloy wheels. Overall, the exterior of the Kia Carnival Hollmann is high-class enough to match the status of the user, but also "neutral" enough to avoid prying eyes around - which is favored by many rich people.
Hollmann International is based on the American version of the Kia Carnival, so the performance parameters are also kept as the car sold in this market. The engine is not too impressive, still a 3.5L V6 producing 290 horsepower and a maximum torque of 355Nm. The 8-speed automatic transmission transmits power to the front wheels. Meanwhile, the genuine Hi-Limousine is expected to use a 1.5L hybrid turbocharged gasoline engine combined with a 6-speed automatic transmission and a single electric motor.
One of the most important changes of the Kia Carnival Hollmann version is the high roof design, providing more airy space for users. This will also appear on Kia's Carnival Hi-Limousine. Information revealed that the car's roof is raised by 305mm.
The more spacious space also allowed the company to install a complex lighting system similar to a miniature modern palace.
Samsung's 27-inch screen keeps rear passengers entertained on long journeys. The rear entertainment screen is also available on the genuine Carnival Hi-Limousine, but the size is only 21.5 inches. In addition, both cars have the starry sky commonly found on high-end Rolls-Royce models and a high-end sound system. However, on the genuine model, the starry sky is only default on the highest-end Signature 4 version, the versions below are optional.
The cabin has 7 seats in a 2+2+3 layout, with high-quality Nappa leather seats. The main color is dark brown, giving a luxurious feel. The floor mats have a marble-like pattern. Meanwhile, the 2+2+3 layout is expected to be available only on the highest-end Hi-Limousine Signature 4.
Curtains are an indispensable item. Wealthy guests often prefer privacy.
The Kia Carnival in the US is priced from $33,600 to $46,700. Meanwhile, the Kia Carnival Hi-Limousine Hollmann International is priced at 114,002 euros, or $123,500. That's almost enough to buy a Mercedes-Benz S-Class ($125,000) in the US. This price is also higher than the expected price of the top-of-the-line genuine Kia Carnival Hi-Limousine, which is 103.6 million won ($78,000).
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