2016 Kia Sedona

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Rating7.8

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$26,400 - $39,900
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on September 26, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Potent and responsive engine

Mediocre vargo room when compared to rivals

Few upgraded driver assistance features

Smooth and refined ride

Fuel economy could be improved

Plush interiors with lots of features

Handsome exterior design

Specs & Features

$26,400

price

276 hp @ 6000 rpm

horsepower

248 lb.-ft. @ 5200 rpm

torque

6-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

3.3L 6cyl FWD 6A

engine

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basic warranty

Overview

In the realm of midsize vans, the 2016 Kia Sedona is well known. Prices go up to an MSRP of $39,900, with a total of 5 trims being offered. With gorgeous, and in fact quite roomy, interiors, the 2016 Kia Sedona offers seating for up to 8 people. There is a single engine on offer, which is a 3.3-liter V6, attached to a 6-speed automatic transmission, that makes 276 horsepower, and 248 lb-ft of torque. This returns a combined fuel economy of 20 MPG. Despite a curb weight of 4,443 pounds, this engine feels potent enough. Kia offers a decent amount of practical as well as cosmetic features, further increasing the prospects of the Sedona among competitors like the Honda Odyssey, the Dodge Grand Caravan, and the Toyota Sienna.

Buying Advice

Go with the EX if you want the best value. The vehicle has seating for seven or eight people and features leather seats, a rearview camera, a hands-free power liftgate, and many more.

Comparative Analysis against Competition

 

Exterior
7.0/10

Trims

    L
    $26,400 onwards
    • 17-inch silver painted aluminum wheels
    • 1St row LCD monitor
    • 60-40 split-bench 3rd row seats
    • AM/FM/Satellite-Prep
    • Manual front air conditioning
    • Premium cloth Seat trim
    LX
    $28,500 onwards
    • Driver Lumbar support
    EX
    $32,700 onwards
    • Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
    • Front Fog/driving lights
    • Parking assist
    SX
    $36,400 onwards
    • Navigation system
    SX Limited
    $39,900 onwards
    • Engine: 3.3L 6cyl FWD 6A
    • Horsepower: 276 hp @ 6000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 248 lb.-ft. @ 5200 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 8 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 19 mpg
    SX-L
    $39,900 onwards
    • Engine: 3.3L 6cyl FWD 6A
    • Horsepower: 276 hp @ 6000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 248 lb.-ft. @ 5200 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 8 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 19 mpg

Compare to similar cars

Price

$26,400- $39,900

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.85

Horsepower

276 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque

248 lb.-ft. @ 5200 rpm

Capacity

8

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$29,995- $40,645

Gasoline

7.9

283 hp @ 6400 rpm

260 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

7

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$22,595- $31,495

Gasoline

7.63

283 hp @ 6400 rpm

260 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

7

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$29,400- $44,875

Gasoline

7.66

248 hp @ 5700 rpm

250 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

7

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$26,745- $46,410

Gasoline

8.05

266 hp @ 6200 rpm

245 lb.-ft. @ 4700 rpm

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2016 Kia Sedona vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    7.7 sec15.9 sec-
    7.3 sec15.6 sec117 mph
    7.3 sec15.7 sec120 mph
    7.7 sec--
    7.9 sec16.1 sec116 mph

    2016 Kia Sedona vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      18 mpg24 mpg20 mpg21.1 gal.379.8/506.4 mi.
      19 mpg28 mpg22 mpg21 gal.399/588 mi.
      18 mpg25 mpg21 mpg20 gal.360/500 mi.
      17 mpg25 mpg20 mpg20 gal.340/500 mi.
      17 mpg25 mpg20 mpg20 gal.340/500 mi.

      2016 Kia Sedona vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
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        201.4 in.78.1 in.69.1 in.6.7 in.120.5 in.
        202.9 in.79.2 in.68.4 in.4.5 in.118.1 in.
        202.8 in.78.7 in.67.9 in.5.6 in.121.2 in.
        202.8 in.78.7 in.67.9 in.5.6 in.121.2 in.
        200.2 in.78.1 in.68.9 in.7 in.119.3 in.

        2016 Kia Sedona vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          33.9 cu.ft.172.3 cu.ft.142 cu.ft.
          61.1 cu.ft.164.4 cu.ft.150 cu.ft.
          33 cu.ft.162.8 cu.ft.143.8 cu.ft.
          33 cu.ft.163.5 cu.ft.143.8 cu.ft.
          38.4 cu.ft.172.6 cu.ft.148.5 cu.ft.

          2016 Kia Sedona vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            74.6 cu.ft.33.9 cu.ft.142 cu.ft.-
            12.3 cu.ft.38.4 cu.ft.148.5 cu.ft.-
            143.8 cu.ft.33 cu.ft.143.8 cu.ft.79 ft.
            150 cu.ft.61.1 cu.ft.150 cu.ft.-
            16.2 cu.ft.33 cu.ft.143.8 cu.ft.-

            2016 Kia Sedona vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              3500 lbs.1671 lbs.4414 lbs.
              3600 lbs.1540 lbs.4321 lbs.
              3600 lbs.1398 lbs.4652 lbs.
              3500 lbs.1380 lbs.-
              3500 lbs.1623 lbs.4396 lbs.

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