The 2012 Kia Sedona is powered by a 271-horsepower, 3.5L V6 engine, mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission with Sportmatic manual control.The Sedona's interior configuration really makes the most of the available space, with three rows of seating and space for up to seven occupants. Second-row captain's chairs are removable and the 60/40-split third-row seat folds fully into the floor to make available a flat cargo area. A 50/50-split removable third-row seat completes the seating for seven. The Sedona comes with sliding doors on both sides. The Sedona offers good acceleration, even with a full load, thanks to the torquey character of the V6 engine. Properly equipped, the Sedona can tow up to 3,500 lbs. A 4-wheel independent suspension employs MacPherson struts in front and a multi-link design in back, with stabilizer bars front and back, so it handles surprisingly well. Driver and passenger front air bags are standard, as in most cars, but so are side-impact airbags and front and rear-occupant curtain airbags. Anti-lock brakes, stability control, traction control and tire pressure monitors are also standard equipment. LX models come with 3-zone air conditioning, cruise control, keyless entry and power windows--including one in the sliding door. The EX loads on many additional features, including a roof rack, fog lamps, power-adjustable seats, adjustable pedals and a trip computer. Both models include an MP3-compatible CD sound system that also includes a USB port and Bluetooth. Leather seat trim, heated seats and adjustable pedals are optional on the EX. The Premium Entertainment Package, a $1,500 option, adds 7.1 surround sound, Infinity speakers and a DVD video system. A navigation system is available as well.
The Kia Sedona carries on into 2012 unchanged.
- Wealth of standard features
- excellent safety reputation
- choice of two different sizes
- good handling
3.5L V6 engine6-speed automatic Tiptronic transmission w/SportmaticFront wheel driveBattery saverMacPherson strut front suspension w/coil springsMulti-link rear suspension w/coil springsPwr steeringFront/rear disc brakesENTERTAINMENTAM/FM stereo w/CD/MP3 player -inc: aux input jack, USB port(6) speakersSIRIUS satellite radioBluetooth w/voice recognitionRoof-mounted antenna
Sliding/reclining front bucket seats -inc: 6-way pwr driver seat adjuster, 4-way pwr passenger seat adjuster, driver lumbar support, active adjustable headrests, dual armrests2nd row sliding removable bucket seats -inc: adjustable headrests, dual armrests, adjustable headrests, 1-touch double-folding w/fixed position3rd row double-reclining 60/40 split-folding bench seat -inc: adjustable headrests, fold-in-the-floor capabilityMoquette cloth seat trimCarpeted floor mats4-spoke leather-wrapped tilt steering wheel w/audio controlsEcoMinder indicatorTrip computer w/compassPwr windows w/driver 1-touch auto-down feature -inc: sliding door pwr windowsPwr door locks -inc: override function, central locking, 2-turn entryRemote keyless entry w/panic & alarm function -inc: (2) key remotesAuto cruise controlFront/rear manual air conditioning -inc: rear seat ducts w/temp controller, air filterElectric rear window defroster w/timerLockable illuminated glove boxIlluminated cigar lighterElectrochromic rearview mirror w/HomeLink -inc: rearview camera displayOverhead console -inc: sunglass case, conversation mirrorDual illuminated visor vanity mirrorsAssist handles -inc: (1) front, (4) rearCloth roof liningLighting -inc: front courtesy, room lamps in all rows, cargo lamp, step lamp, ignition2nd row reading lampLeather-wrapped shift knobFront seatback pocketSide-folding front tray(2) sets 3rd row coat hooks3rd row rear shopping hookRear cargo luggage net w/hook17" alloy wheelsP235/60R17 tiresTemporary spare tireRoof railsBody-color bumpers -inc: rear step plateBody-color rear spoilerBody-color side molding & sills -inc: chrome insertsChrome rear garnishBody-color door glass outline w/black tapingProjection-type automatic headlightsFront fog lampsBody-color heated pwr mirrors -inc: integrated turn signalsHeated solar glass tinted front windshield w/sunband -inc: solar glass tinted front door windowsRear privacy glassVariable intermittent front windshield wipers w/time adjusterRear window intermittent wiper/washerDual pwr sliding doors w/hold-open lock -inc: swiveling pwr rear quarter windowsPwr tailgateChrome door handlesAnti-lock brakes (ABS) -inc: brake assist (BA), electronic brake force distribution (EBD)Electronic stability control (ESC) w/traction control (TC)2.5-MPH impact bumpersDual front advanced airbags -inc: passenger occupancy sensorFront seat side mounted airbagsFront/rear side curtain airbagsBack-up warning systemRearview camera1st & 2nd row 3-point seat belts for all seating positions -inc: height adjustment for outboard positionsRear child door locksISOFIX child seat anchor systemTire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)Impact-absorbing steering columnUS NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS:
Overall Rating: Not Rated
Overall Frontal Barrier Crash Rating: Not Rated
Overall Side Crash Rating: Not Rated
US NHTSA ROLLOVER RESISTANCE RATING:
Dynamic Test Result: No Tip
Risk of Rollover: 13.6%
Note Regarding Driver Rating:
Male: Average sized adult male dummy in 35-MPH crash into fixed barrier. Rating is evaluation of injury to head, neck, chest, legs. Female: Small-sized adult female dummy in 35-mph crash into fixed barrier. Rating is evaluation of injury to head, neck, chest, legs.
Rollover Note: Dynamic (moving) test results (Tip or No Tip) and measured rollover-related properties determine vehicle's risk of rollover in single vehicle crash and its rollover rating. The Rollover Resistance Rating utilizes a "fishhook" maneuver which is a series of abrupt turns at varying speeds to see how "top-heavy" a vehicle is.
