Sedona is a mini van constructed by KIA Motors. This model was introduced in 1998 and second generation of KIA Sedona is available in market. This sedan is also known as KIA Carnival, but popularly known as KIA Sedona. First generation of KIA Sedona is still in production in China and second generation is already in market since 2006. Beginning of 2010 certain global marketplace received updated version of KIA Sedona and updated parts include engine, equipments and new corporate grille called Tiger Nose. Present version is the second generation of KIA Sedona which was launched in the year 2006 with short wheel base and long wheel base models. In certain oversea market KIA offers this minivan in both wheelbase model like Australia and North America. During redesigning KIA Sedona lost almost 400 pounds which was mainly aided by lighter transmission, rear suspension and high tensile steel for body. National based price of 2010 KIA Sedona is around $ 22,195 which excludes all destination charges.

Trim Levels and Features:

2011 KIA Sedona is a seven passenger minivan which is available in three different trim levels and two different lengths. The base model is offered with shorter wheel base and while the other two models are offered with longer wheel base. The main three trim levels are KIA Sedona Base model; KIA Sedona LX and KIA Sedona EX trim levels.

KIA Sedona Base trim and LX trim level is offered with some standard features which include 16 inch steel wheels, full power accessories, keyless entry, powerful air conditioner, full power accessories, fold down table between front seats, cruise control, audio system with CD and MP3 player, USB and AUX-IN input jack and satellite radio and second row captain’s chair. LS trim is also equipped with Ultrasonic rear parking assist.

KIA Sedona EX trim is added with 17 inch alloy wheels, fog lamps, roof racks, dual power sliding doors, heated exterior mirrors, powered rear quarter window, leather wrapped steering wheel, power adjustable front seat, auto dimming rear view mirror, rear view camera, upgraded audio system with eight speakers and trip computer.

KIA Sedona’s LX trim can also be added with some of the features of EX trim level like rear view camera and sliding doors. EX trim is armored with power sliding doors, power adjustable pedals, leather seats, tri zone automatic climate heated front seats, multifunctional steering wheel, driver memory setting and sunroof.

Both LS and EX trim levels are offered with DVD entertainment system with 13 speakers and 8 inch flip down monitor. EX trim is also offered with luxury package with navigation system.

Engine and Performance:

2010 KIA Sedona is armored with 2.8 L capacity V 6 engine which will be mated with five speed automatic transmission. This sedan can accelerate from zero to 60 MPH in 9 seconds.

Specification:

• Base Number of Cylinders: 6
• Base Engine Size: 3.8 liters
• Base Engine Type: V6
• Horsepower: 244 HP
• Max Horsepower: 6000 RPM
• Torque: 253 ft-pounds
• Max Torque: 3500 RPM
• Maximum Payload: 1532 pounds
• Drive Type: FWD
• Turning Circle: 38.2 feet

Mileage:

• City: 17 MPG
• Highways: 23 MPG
• Combined: 19 MPG

Design and Special Features:

KIA Sedona can accommodate seven passengers in its cabinches Most of the fabrics used for interiors are of adequate quality. Controls and gauges are arranged traditionally. Cabin presents cheep feeling trim switches and pieces detach somewhat from its overall positive impression.

Interior of long wheel base trim i.e. LX and EX models offer good head and leg room and also comfortable seating position. Whole cabin is provided with small storage spaces which is scattered throughout. Long wheel base models are also offered with split third row seats which creates more space for cargo and luggage.

Dimensions:

• Front Head Room: 40.9 inches
• Front Hip Room: 59.2 inches
• Front Shoulder Room: 63.2 inches
• Rear Head Room: 39.8 inches
• Rear Shoulder Room: 65.3 inches
• Rear Hip Room: 65.8 inches
• Front Leg Room: 41.7 inches
• Rear Leg Room: 37 inches
• Luggage Capacity: 12.9 cubic feet
• Maximum Cargo Capacity: 121 cubic feet
• Maximum Seating: 7
• Length: 189.4 inches
• Width: 78.1 inches
• Height: 69.3 inches
• Wheel Base: 113.8 inches
• Ground Clearance: 6.6 inches
• Curb Weight: 4365 pounds
• Gross Weight: 5897 pounds

Safety:

2010 KIA Sedona is offered with standard safety accessories like stability control, antilock brakes with brake assist, full length side curtain airbags, active front restrain and front seat side airbags.

NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) Rating:

• Passenger: 5 stars
• Driver: 5 stars
• Side Impact Front: 5 stars
• Side Impact Rear: 5 stars
• Rollover Rating: 4 stars

Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has awarded GOOD rating for frontal and side impact test.

2010 KIA Sedona

Pros:

Comfortable ride

Perfect crash ratings

Quiet cabin even if car is traveling at high speed

Cons:

Sub-par interior fabrics

Less cargo space