2001 Kia Carnival LS V6 petrol from Australia and New Zealand
Summary:
Cheap and effective, not a long term prospect for early models
Faults:
Since new engine has been replaced twice and repaired once owing to the known engine head gasket/liner issue.
Small trim problems. Rear speaker failing.
General Comments:
This is a good budget people mover, comfortable, easy to drive and with excellent air conditioning.
I bought the car knowing it's history and aware of the defect in the engine of this model.
When the engine failed, the dealer replaced the defective engine with only some delay in seeking approval from KIA. While I was picking the now repaired Carnival from the dealer, another Carnival was also having it's engine replaced.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 27th January, 2006
2nd Sep 2005, 03:27
My 2001 KIA Carnival had run 92,000 kilometers. Now, I experience the engine stops when I shift to reverse and when applying brake on D gear, what could be the problem?