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Kia KV7 Hints At New Carnival, Due In Late 2013: Report

It won't surprise you to read that Kia is reportedly looking to its KV7 concept for inspiration in replacing the strong-selling Grand Carnival people-mover. The KV7 wagon, essentially a Soul on steroids, was revealed at last year's Detroit


It won't surprise you to read that Kia is reportedly looking to its KV7 concept for inspiration in replacing the strong-selling Grand Carnival people-mover.

The KV7 wagon, essentially a Soul on steroids, was revealed at last year's Detroit Auto Show. Immediately, reports of a long-overdue new MPV began percolating.

This week, website Inside Line reports that Kia Motors America has confirmed that the current model will be shelved sometime in the 2013 model year, ahead of the all-new model's debut, likely in mid to late 2013.

"The minivan segment has been and will continue to be important to Kia," Kia Motors America's James Hope told the site.

"Although there will not be a 2013 model year Sedona [sold in Australia as the Grand Carnival], our plans call for the current generation vehicle to be available at dealerships through 2012, with production scheduled to resume in 2013."

Hope offered no details on the new model's design, although it is likely that Kia will look to reposition the Carnival range with a more stylish design - and possibly a higher price point.

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