Kia Sedona second generation
The Kia Sedona second generation (2006–2014): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 22 versions in the European Union, the United Kingdom, the United States, and Canada.
Model codes: VQ
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,130 mm TC | 4,810–5,145 mm |
| Width | 1,990 mm TC | 1,985 mm |
| Height | 1,760–1,830 mm TC | – |
| Wheelbase | 3,020 mm TC | 2,890–3,020 mm |
| Front track | 1,690 mm TC | – |
| Rear track | 1,690 mm TC | – |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | 2,087–2,108 kg TC | – |
NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2014: ★★★★★
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia, NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9–12 years | 72.1% (70.4–73.8) | 77.9% | 2,634 |
| 13 years and older | 63.1% (62.1–64.0) | 69.2% | 9,426 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 49.8% | 38.5% |
| Brakes | 41.5% | 34.5% |
| Tyres | 32.4% | 31.2% |
| Lights and electrics | 30.8% | 26.3% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 15.4% | 15.0% |
| Steering | 14.8% | 7.0% |
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)
1,003 complaints for model years 2006–2014. 41 crashes · 39 fires · 42 injuries · 3 deaths
- Electrical system 229
- Suspension 122
- Airbags 108
- Speed control 101
- Brakes 78
- Body and structure 78
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 22 versions of the Kia Sedona second generation
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European Union 5 versions
New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | CO₂ | EU registrations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011–2012 | 2.2 L | 143 kW (194 PS) | Diesel | 192 g/km | 2,349 |
| 2011 | 2.9 L | 136 kW (185 PS) | Diesel | 215 g/km | 14 |
| 2010 | 2.2 L | – | Diesel | 186 g/km | 2,130 |
| 2010 | 2.9 L | – | Diesel | 222 g/km | 314 |
| 2010 | 2.7 L | – | Petrol | 255 g/km | 28 |
United Kingdom 12 versions
New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20122.2 CRDi Auto | 2.2 L | Diesel | 4-speed automatic | 7.5 L/100 km NEDC | 199 g/km |
| 20122.2 CRDi Manual | 2.2 L | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 6.7 L/100 km NEDC | 179 g/km |
| 20102.9 CRDi Auto | 2.2 L | Diesel | 4-speed automatic | 7.5 L/100 km NEDC | 199 g/km |
| 20102.9 CRDi Manual | 2.2 L | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 6.7 L/100 km NEDC | 179 g/km |
| 2007–20092.7 | 2.7 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 10.7 L/100 km NEDC | 255 g/km |
| 2008–20092.9 CRDi Manual | 2.9 L | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 7.9 L/100 km NEDC | 199 g/km |
| 2008–20092.9 CRDi Auto | 2.9 L | Diesel | 4-speed automatic | 8.7 L/100 km NEDC | 224 g/km |
| 20072.9 CRDi | 2.9 L | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 7.8 L/100 km NEDC | 206 g/km |
| 20072.9 CRDi | 2.9 L | Diesel | 4-speed automatic | 9.0 L/100 km NEDC | 237 g/km |
| 20062.5 | 2.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 11.0 L/100 km NEDC | 261 g/km |
| 20062.9 | 2.9 L | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 7.8 L/100 km NEDC | 208 g/km |
| 20062.9 | 2.9 L | Diesel | 4-speed automatic | 8.5 L/100 km NEDC | 226 g/km |
United States 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011–2014 | 3.5 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 20–21 MPG (11.2–11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 263–284 g/km |
| 2010 | 3.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
| 2006–2009CLKUP · 2MODE CLKUP | 3.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 307 g/km |
Canada 2 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011–2014Minivan | 3.5 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | 11.4–12.0 L/100 km 5-cycle | 262–276 g/km |
| 2006–2010Minivan | 3.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 12.3–13.3 L/100 km 5-cycle | 283–306 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.