When did the Kia Sedona come out in the US?

When did the Kia Sedona come out in the US?

One recent addition to the lineup is the Sedona, which launched for 2002 as the first minivan from the South Korean automaker to reach the U.S. market. For 2004, the Sedona gets an interior and exterior freshening and the redesigned grille features a larger Kia logo, and the wheels and wheel covers have been restyled.

What kind of engine does a Kia Sedona have?

Kia’s 3.5-liter dual-overhead-cam V-6 engine develops 195 horsepower. The V-6 runs on regular gasoline and drives a five-speed-automatic transmission. Dual front airbags are standard, but side-impact airbags are not available. Antilock brakes are optional. Child-safety seat anchors are installed in the second row.

How many seats does a Kia Sedona have?

The higher-end EX model adds a body-colored roof rack, fog lights, alloy wheels and additional chrome body trim. The Sedona seats seven occupants on bucket seats in the first row and benches in the back. The second- and third-row seats slide fore and aft and can be reclined or removed. Bucket seats are installed in the second row of the EX mo…

Can a Kia Sedona be used as a trailer?

Every year we would haul a 4500pound trailer all the way around Ontario and it never really hurt the van. Even though every year the rear heater lines would rot out there was nothing really done other than regular maintenance.

Is the Kia Sedona Still on the market?

Kia had announced that the 2012 Kia Sedona will be the last Sedona for the American market. In May 2012, Kia told The Car Connection that the Sedona would be discontinued in the U.S. market after the 2012 model year, but a company spokesperson said the company did not expect to permanently exit the minivan market.

The second generation Sedona was the second top selling large MPV in the UK market, and in 2010 received a new grille, new equipment (including a reversing camera built into the rear-view mirror) and a single engine choice, a 192 PS 2.2 CRDi I4 replacing the 183 PS 2.9 CDRi.

Every year we would haul a 4500pound trailer all the way around Ontario and it never really hurt the van. Even though every year the rear heater lines would rot out there was nothing really done other than regular maintenance.

Where does the Kia Carnival get its name?

The first generation model was manufactured and marketed differently for specific regions, including under a joint venture in the Chinese market with Dongfeng Yueda Kia, as well as the Naza Ria in Malaysia . In the Philippines, both Carnival/Sedona names were used.

What kind of warranty does the Kia Sedona have?

Following the lead of its other models, Kia promotes the front-wheel-drive Sedona’s price and value. The automaker’s warranty covers the powertrain for 10 years or 100,000 miles. Kia also promotes the Sedona’s five-star frontal and side-impact ratings in National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) crash tests.

Are there any problems with Kia Sedona automatic transmission?

Kia Motor Sedona owners have reported 26 problems related to automatic transmission (under the power train category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Kia Motor Sedona based on all problems reported for the Sedona.

What was the Kia Sedona like in 2004?

For 2004, the Sedona gets an interior and exterior freshening and the redesigned grille features a larger Kia logo, and the wheels and wheel covers have been restyled. Both the base LX and upscale EX models can now be equipped with a DVD entertainment system.

Why does my Kia Sedona slow down when I coast?

In the Sedona, I’ve noticed as I take my foot off the gas and try to coast, I can feel the engine slowing the vehicle more rapidly than I thought was normal. Even on slight downhills, the engine starts to slow the Sedona, rather than let it coast and pick up speed on the hill.

Why is my Kia Sedona stuck in 3rd gear?

She was on a trip about 100 miles from home and a big “clunk” which sounded like it came from under the car occured. Then the car acted like it was stuck in 3rd gear. She limped in to a transmission shop and turned off the engine. When the mechanic got in to test drive it didn’t do the same thing.

One recent addition to the lineup is the Sedona, which launched for 2002 as the first minivan from the South Korean automaker to reach the U.S. market. For 2004, the Sedona gets an interior and exterior freshening and the redesigned grille features a larger Kia logo, and the wheels and wheel covers have been restyled.

How many seats does a 2004 Kia Sedona have?

If you can’t get enough cupholders and all seven of your minivan passengers are drinking at the same time, the 2004 Kia Sedona has got you covered. Three rows of seats fit any combination of seven adults and children, with 10 (in the LX) or 12 (in the EX) cupholders distributed throughout.

Following the lead of its other models, Kia promotes the front-wheel-drive Sedona’s price and value. The automaker’s warranty covers the powertrain for 10 years or 100,000 miles. Kia also promotes the Sedona’s five-star frontal and side-impact ratings in National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) crash tests.

Is there a warranty on a Kia Sedona?

My car had so many problems during the warranty that I was one of 10 people across the U. S. to participate in a J.D. Powers interview at my local Kia dealership. Several engineers from Korea were there also to examine my car along with J.D. Powers staff.

How many miles does a 2004 Kia Sedona have?

Overall a great purchase @ 14,500 new in 2004. Some small issues early on but handled by the dealership. Currently 154000 miles and still going strong.

What kind of rating does the Kia Sedona have?

Kia also promotes the Sedona’s five-star frontal and side-impact ratings in National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) crash tests. Kia’s minivan broke no new ground in styling, so it’s similar to the competition. Sleek in appearance, the Sedona has a character line down its sides.

Kia’s 3.5-liter dual-overhead-cam V-6 engine develops 195 horsepower. The V-6 runs on regular gasoline and drives a five-speed-automatic transmission. Dual front airbags are standard, but side-impact airbags are not available. Antilock brakes are optional. Child-safety seat anchors are installed in the second row.

The higher-end EX model adds a body-colored roof rack, fog lights, alloy wheels and additional chrome body trim. The Sedona seats seven occupants on bucket seats in the first row and benches in the back. The second- and third-row seats slide fore and aft and can be reclined or removed. Bucket seats are installed in the second row of the EX mo…

Overall a great purchase @ 14,500 new in 2004. Some small issues early on but handled by the dealership. Currently 154000 miles and still going strong.

Is the Kia Sedona a good car all round?

Good Car All Round by Simon — my car is as slow as a bus built like a tank and seat’s 7 people in perfect comfort it is a wonderful car with it’s own personality,arsome,fuel is diesel and has privacy glass,oh yeh………and has s… Read more

My car had so many problems during the warranty that I was one of 10 people across the U. S. to participate in a J.D. Powers interview at my local Kia dealership. Several engineers from Korea were there also to examine my car along with J.D. Powers staff.