Kia Sedona first generation
The Kia Sedona first generation (2002–2005): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 3 versions in the United States and Canada.
Model codes: KV-II · Sold in: United States and Canada
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Wikipedia |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | |
| Length | 4,890–4,930 mm |
| Width | 1,895 mm |
| Height | 1,730–1,770 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,910 mm |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age
| Age at test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 years and older | 53.8% (52.3–55.2) | 69.2% | 4,465 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 50.4% | 36.4% |
| Suspension | 50.1% | 41.6% |
| Tyres | 36.6% | 31.2% |
| Lights and electrics | 36.5% | 28.8% |
| Body, chassis and structure | 31.6% | 18.6% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 25.2% | 17.1% |
First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
842 complaints for model years 2002–2005. 66 crashes · 75 fires · 98 injuries · 3 deaths
- Electrical system 117
- Brakes 111
- Engine 75
- Wheels 56
- Airbags 53
- Steering 46
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 3 versions of the Kia Sedona first generation
United States 2 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004–2005CLKUP | 3.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 16–17 MPG (13.8–14.7 L/100 km) EPA | 325–345 g/km |
| 2002–20032MODE CLKUP | 3.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA | 345 g/km |
Canada 1 version
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002–2005Minivan | 3.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 14.2–15.3 L/100 km 5-cycle | 327–352 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.