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Summary
The Kia Sedona offers an outstanding value when compared with other minivans. As for quality, only time will tell. In the meantime, the Sedona guarantees much lower monthly payments, a responsive V6, an impressive list of features, and one of the best warranties in the business. Now it has DVD entertainment and 10 cup holders.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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Kia Sedona LX ($19,975); EX ($22,085) |
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Engines:
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3.5-liter DOHC 24-valve V6 |
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Transmissions:
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5-speed automatic |
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Saftey Equipment (standard):
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dual front airbags |
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Saftey Equipment (optional):
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ABS |
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Basic Warranty:
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5 years/60,000 miles |
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Assembled In:
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Hwasung, South Korea |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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Kia Sedona EX ($22,085) |
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Standard Equipment:
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dual-zone air conditioning; power mirrors; power front windows; power rear quarter windows; cruise control; overhead console with storage, digital clock and trip computer; HomeLink transmitter; electric windshield de-icer; rear window defroster and wiper/washer; map lights; three power outlets; tilt steering column; AM/FM/CD/cassette; floor mats; remote keyless entry; chrome exterior trim; fog lights; woodgrain interior trim; luggage rack; heated power mirrors; power adjustable front bucket seats; second-row captain's chairs; leather-wrapped steering wheel; folding cup holder tray; alloy wheels |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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Leather Package ($850); power sunroof ($700); ABS ($595) |
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Destination Charge:
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640 |
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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24870 |
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Layout:
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front-wheel drive |
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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195 @ 5500 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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218 @ 3500 |
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Transmission:
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5-speed automatic |
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EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
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16/22 |
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Wheelbase:
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114.6 |
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Length/width/height:
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194.1/74.6/69.3 |
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Track, f/r:
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64.4/63.4 |
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Turning circle:
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41.1 |
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Seating capacity:
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7 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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39.4/58.7/40.6 |
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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39.2/65.1/37.2 |
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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36.3/48.8/32.8 |
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Cargo volume:
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127.5 |
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Payload:
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Towing capacity:
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3500 |
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Suspension, f:
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independent, MacPherson struts, coil springs, anti-roll bar |
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Suspension, r:
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beam axle with five links, coil springs, anti-roll bar |
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Ground clearance:
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6.9 |
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Curb weight:
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4802 |
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Tires:
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P215/70HR15 |
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Brakes, f/r:
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disc/drum with ABS |
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Fuel capacity:
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19.8 |
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