2006-2008 Kia Sedona: Overview

Vehicle Highlights

For 2006, this South Korean automaker redesigned its front-wheel-drive minivan, giving it larger dimensions, more horsepower, and standard curtain side airbags. Produced in a single body length, the 2006 Sedona was more than 3 inches in wheelbase and nearly 8 inches longer overall than its 2002-2005 predecessor. Passenger volume grew by 15 percent, according to Kia, while weight dropped by some 400 pounds. Kia claimed a 13-percent improvement in fuel economy. Sedonas came in LX and step-up EX trim levels. Lone engine was a 244-horsepower 3.8-liter V6, replacing a 195-horsepower 3.5-liter V6. A five-speed automatic was the sole transmission. Both had seven-passenger seating with second-row bucket seats and a folding third-row bench. Antilock four-wheel disc brakes were newly standard. All Sedonas had head-protecting curtain side airbags that covered all three seating rows. An antiskid system and traction control were newly available. Either 16- or 17-inch wheels replaced the prior 15s. Other options included leather upholstery and a power sunroof. Newly available were heated front seats, power-sliding side doors, a power liftgate, and power-adjustable pedals. Power windows were incorporated into the power-sliding doors--a feature included on few minivans. Also optional were rear obstacle detection and rear DVD entertainment. Kia is owned by Hyundai and duplicates Hyundai's warranty: 5-year/60,000-mile bumper-to-bumper, 10/100,000 powertrain, and 5-year/unlimited-mileage roadside assistance. Sedona competed against the Dodge Caravan, Honda Odyssey, and Toyota Sienna.