2017 Kia Sedona review
Kia Sedona highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Loads of standard features
- Quiet and comfortable ride
- Versatile interior
Cons
- Fuel economy could be better
- Some rivals have more space inside
- Some key features are still optional
Mileage (EPA estimate)
17 city, 22 highway, 19 combined
Pricing for current inventory
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Great daily driver minivan
There are few better options for family hauling than the minivan. Start under the hood with the 2017 Sedona, and you'll find a great 3.3L V6 engine rated at 276 horsepower. You are sure to find just the right option for your individual needs as the 2017 Sedona is offered in five trim levels, L, LX, EX, SX, and SX-L. Seven-passenger seating is standard on the base L, SX, and SX-L trim levels (though the upper trim levels have optional seating for eight). The LX and EX both have standard eight-passenger seating. New optional features were added for 2017, including automatic emergency braking, Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ connectivity, upgraded xenon headlights, and an acoustically insulated windshield.
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What is new for the 2017 Kia Sedona?
- Sedona trims have been upgraded with Automated Cruise Control, Lane Departure Warning, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto as standard equipment this year.
- Remote Start features are now available as options on select trims.
- The L trim now comes with Quad Seats as standard equipment.
- The LX trim now comes with Quad Seats and Power Sliding Door(s) as standard equipment.
- The Limited trim now comes with Bluetooth Technology as standard equipment.
- The SX trim now comes with Quad Seats and Bluetooth Technology as standard equipment.
- The EX trim now comes with Quad Seats and Bluetooth Technology as standard equipment.
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5 reasons to buy the 2017 Kia Sedona
1. Room for people and cargo
Your 2017 Sedona is ready for adventure with a 33.9 cu-ft of cargo space behind the third-row seat. That number increases to 78.4 cu-ft with the rear row folded down. Fold the second-row seats into their collapsed forward position, and you'll find a sizable 142 cu-ft of space (not available in SX-L trim).
2. Great mid-level EX trim
The EX trim is a great place to start with some go-to options, such as leather upholstery, heated front seats, tri-zone automatic climate control, keyless entry and ignition, an adjustable height power liftgate, and power sliding doors. You'll also get standard upgraded LED headlight accents, foglights, heated exterior mirrors, a refrigerated lower glovebox, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, a remote garage door opener, and rear sunshades. The 2017 Sedona EX is a great option to look for across our lots.
3. Impressive base model too
Even the base model is anything but basic in the 2017 Sedona. The base L trim has standard exterior features like rear parking sensors, a rearview camera, and dual manual sliding doors. On the inside, you'll get standard equipment such as Slide-n-Stow® forward-collapsing second-row seats, a split-folding third-row seat, stain-resistant fabric upholstery, dual gloveboxes, air-conditioning with rear controls, and more.
4. Impressive power
All versions of the 2017 Sedona get a great 3.3L V6 engine with an impressive 276 horsepower and 248 pound-feet of torque. With the optional hitch installed, the Sedona can tow up to 3,500 pounds when properly equipped.
It also has a zero to sixty time of around 7.9 seconds, according to the manufacturer, when new.5. Long options list
Start with the LX Convenience package, which adds a refrigerated glovebox, heated front seats, power sliding doors, eight-passenger seating, and rear sunshades. Meanwhile, the EX Premium package will get you a four-way driver lumbar, driver memory functions, the power front passenger seat, heated first- and second-row seats, and the blind spot warning system with rear cross-traffic alerts. Standalone options for 2017 include a dual-panel sunroof, lounge-style seating for the second row, and premium leather upholstery, all available on the SX Limited trim. You can also find a rear-seat DVD entertainment system offered on all models.
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Ratings & reliability
Customer ratings
4.8 out of 5
6 customer reviews| 5 Stars | 5 |
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| 4 Stars | 1 |
| 3 Stars | 0 |
| 2 Stars | 0 |
| 1 Star | 0 |
RepairPal gave the Kia Sedona an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Kia Sedona 4th out of 14 among Minivans.
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Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- Cloth Seats
- Cruise Control
- Fold-Away Third Row
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Sliding Door(s)
- Power Windows
- Quad Seats
- Rear Air Conditioning
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Third Row Seat
- Traction Control
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Automated Cruise Control
- Blind Spot Monitor
- CD Audio
- Front Seat Heaters
- Full Roof Rack
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leather Seats
- Parking Sensors
- Rear Entertainment System
- Rear Sunshade
- Remote Start
- Smart Key
- Tow Hitch
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
3.3L
Horsepower
276
Torque (ft-lbs)
248
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
21.1
Wheelbase
120.5"
Overall length
201.4"
Width
78.1"
Height
68.5"
Leg room
F 40.9"/M 41.1"/R 34.8"
Head room
F 39.8"/M 39.4"/R 38.9"
Front tires
P235/65TR17
Rear tires
P235/65TR17
Seating capacity
8
Max towing capacity
350/3500 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2017 Kia Sedona FAQ
The 2017 Kia Sedona is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- LX: 18 MPG City and 24 MPG Highway
- EX: 18 MPG City and 24 MPG Highway
- L: 18 MPG City and 24 MPG Highway
- Limited: 17 MPG City and 22 MPG Highway
- SX: 18 MPG City and 25 MPG Highway
The Kia Sedona received a rating of 4 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the Kia Sedona as 3 out of 14 among Minivan
The 2017 Kia Sedona has received an average 4.8 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2017 Kia Sedona, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2017 Kia Sedona Reviews.
The 2017 Kia Sedona has a maximum towing capacity of 3500 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
Here is what's new for the 2017 Kia Sedona:
- Lane Departure Warning
- Automated Cruise Control
- Apple CarPlay
- Android Auto
- Remote Start
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