Reviews - Kia

Overall Rating

Sedona is big, spacious and versatile. It's good value and certainly practical to own, although it's not particularly rewarding to drive. Engines, comfort and refinement are all adequate.

• A strong value proposition for the budget MPV buyer
• Generous cabin space for seven
• Good warranty and reliability

• Many rivals offer greater poise and refinement
• No air con on L - it needs it
• Depreciates faster than most MPV rivals

In sheer value for money terms, Sedona is a complete no-brainer when it comes to choosing a big people carrier. It proves that buying this much space and equipment can be affordable, offering a full sized family load-lugger for the cost of something much smaller. That explains Sedona's popularity; buyers never feel they?ve been short-changed. There's a choice between a smooth 2.5 V6 petrol engine and a frugal 2.9 turbodiesel, which is the more common choice and probably the better buy. There's no shortage of space, with a useful runway between the middle seats for easy access for every passenger. Removable rear seats means that it is possible to create a massive amount of room for extra luggage. Sedona doesn't promise driving thrills but the dashboard is clear and the seats are comfortable. A firm ride around town and bounciness at speed don't upset passengers too much, and neither will the cheap plastics.

JD Power stars: 1

Best Models: 2.9 CRDi LX

Worst Models: 2.5 V6

Replacement: 2006

• Chrysler Voyager (1997-01)
• Renault Grand Espace (1997-03)
• Toyota Previa (1990-00)