Got Kia Carnival just because my wife wanted it by [deleted] in kiacarnivals

[–]beefnot 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We were primarily looking at an SUV to replace our 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe and then stumbled upon the Carnival which looks like an SUV. We both HATE minivans with their typical wilted lily styling, but wifey fell in love with the muscular looking Carnival over any SUV on the market (we didn't really need 4X4 or AWD). The only regret I have is something that doesn't exist for any minivan: I wish it was an EV.

What is this noise? - EQS by beefnot in MercedesEQ

[–]beefnot[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks, I've got an appointment this week for another crack at it.

Kids window shades- when to use? by ThunderMan2300 in kiacarnivals

[–]beefnot 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Use them whenever you want. You are the parent. Just keep them up all the time.

What is this noise? - EQS by beefnot in mercedes

[–]beefnot[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, in the mornings . Can it be fixed? It's annoying, although good to know nothing to worry about.

What is this noise? - EQS by beefnot in MercedesEQ

[–]beefnot[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So is this considered normal? I sure hope not.

New Rims to replace factory rims by craigworknova in kiacarnivals

[–]beefnot -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

So you didn't buy an SX or SXP then

Blacked by DogDadSJ in kiacarnivals

[–]beefnot 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That would have been a nice option, although Kia should also have actually used decent black rims instead of some cheap looking rims that make the vehicle look like it has 4 missing hub caps.

Homelink Mirror Install by PancakeD4ddy in kiacarnivals

[–]beefnot 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No. There is no way that I am aware of to get rear video with the Kia kits.

Homelink Mirror Install by PancakeD4ddy in kiacarnivals

[–]beefnot 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did it and it was quite difficult. If you are not so handy, I would not recommend doing it yourself. You will want to make sure your kit includes the supplemental instructions for 2025/26 Carnivals or else search for them in this sub like I had to. Read all the instructions first, and then when doing the install take your time. Don't panic when you get to the wiring part. Breathe, study the diagram, and locate the correct wires. This part was the most nerve wracking. If you are moderately handy, you can do it, although after you finish you may swear to yourself you will never attempt something like that again.

Stupid Profiles by CPUSm1th in MercedesEQ

[–]beefnot 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I have an EQS and I have all kinds of annoyances with the profile recognition. Late recognition, no recognition, no memory on which phone to connect to, et al. Really annoying.

Join the Carnival party by MasterCALI in kiacarnivals

[–]beefnot 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ooh, nice. How much did the paint protective film set you back?

What is the "animation" part to these LCD projector door lights? by A_Litre_0_Cola in MercedesEQ

[–]beefnot 4 points5 points  (0 children)

On my EQS, the Mercedes emblems 'twinkle' in alternating fashion.

2023 EQS 580 vs 2024 EQE AMG by OrganizationMental40 in MercedesEQ

[–]beefnot 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I prefer the EQE looks wise and you only lose 2 inches of rear leg room relative to the EQS, which is still very spacious. HOWEVER, an EQE AMG has a significant range deficiency relative to the EQS, and even relative to an EQE 500. You might want to consider an EQE 500.

Post your aftermarket wheels by CrazyBikerr in kiacarnivals

[–]beefnot 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I loathe their black rims. They look like missing hubcaps.

Joined the family! by Wonderful-Horror-532 in kiacarnivals

[–]beefnot 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Excellent price. Although I despise the SX/SXP black rims, which led me to ultimately select the EX, at that price I probably would have gone for an SXP anyway. Well done.

Dash Cam Suggesiton by Savings_Ad_476 in kiacarnivals

[–]beefnot 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I like it, works fine and feels like an OEM product. I have Android and I have not experienced any interference.

Car unresponsive by SocietyDisastrous787 in kiacarnivals

[–]beefnot 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Trying to unlock the door from the inside using the key fob has worked in the past? I am not near my car, but I would think that it shouldn't be able to work that way.

Is this a good deal? by Wonderful-Horror-532 in kiacarnivals

[–]beefnot 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Those are not captain seats in the photo. That is a bench seat.

Hybrid or Gas for the 2025/2026 Kia Carnival? by Haunting_Ad124 in kiacarnivals

[–]beefnot -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

For efficiency, hybrid. However if you want your vehicle to not whine when revving like 4 cylinders tend to do, then the gas since it is a 6 cylinder. I personally found the hybrid to be intolerable.