| Model year | 2002 |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Sedona |
| Style | EX 4dr Minivan (3.5L 6cyl 5A) |
| Base MSRP | $21,590 |
| As-tested MSRP | $23,210 |
| Drive type | Front-wheel drive |
| Engine type | V6 |
| Displacement (cc/cu-in) | 3.5 |
| Horsepower (hp @ rpm) | 195 @ 5,500 |
| Torque (lb-ft @ rpm) | 218 @ 3,500 |
| Transmission type | 5-speed automatic |
| Suspension, front | MacPherson struts, coil springs, antiroll bar |
| Suspension, rear | Five-link, coil springs |
| Steering type | Rack-and-pinion, power assisted |
| Tire brand | Hankook |
| Tire model | RA07 |
| Tire size, front | P215/70R15 |
| Tire size, rear | P215/70R15 |
| Brakes, front | Front-disc/rear-drum |
| 0-45 mph (sec.) | 6.6 |
| 0-60 mph (sec.) | 10.4 |
| 0-75 mph (sec.) | 16.0 |
| 1/4-mile (sec. @ mph) | 17.8 @ 78.3 |
| Braking, 30-0 mph (ft.) | 36 |
| 60-0 mph (ft.) | 152 |
| Slalom, 6 x 100 ft. (mph) | 59.6 |
| Skid pad, 200-ft. diameter (lateral g) | 41.1 |
| Sound level @ idle (dB) | Below 50 |
| @ Full throttle (dB) | 74 |
| @ 70 mph cruise (dB) | 74 |
| Acceleration comments | The 195-horsepower V6 has its work cut out for it, due to the 4,709 pounds of mass it is required to move. With a five-speed automatic controlling the power delivery, the engine feels peppier than it really is. We got the best out of it on the second attempt by using a torque-brake start and letting the transmission run through the gears automatically. The five-speed automatic surely helps this vehicle in the acceleration department. |
| Braking rating | Average |
| Braking comments | Braking with a non-ABS vehicle is tough, since we are so spoiled by ABS. Our tester Kia came without this optional equipment. Making matters worse was the fact that rear disc brakes are not an available option. We got the best number on the first attempt with some slight wheel lock-up netting us a little tire smoke. The brakes seemed to be fair to modulate. Overall, it's not the best design, especially given this vehicle's goal in life of carrying cargo and passengers which will add to the weight and the stopping distances, but the numbers are competitive. |
| Handling rating | Good |
| Handling comments | Vehicle handling from a minivan is not supposed to be corner-carving fun. The Sedona handled the cones better than average for the class. The rear of the vehicle would get loose as we zigged and zagged through the cones, but it was never uncontrollable. It was easily corrected with either steering input or modulation of the gas pedal. Not bad for 15 inch 70-series tires. Just think if they offered 16- or 17-inch wheels and tires. — Neil G. Chirico |
| Elevation (ft.) | 85 |
| Temperature (°F) | 68 |
| Wind (mph, direction) | 0 mph |
| EPA fuel economy (mpg) | Auto 15/20 Manual / |
| Edmunds observed (mpg) | 18 |
| Fuel tank capacity (U.S. gal.) | 19.8 |
| Curb weight, mfr. claim (lbs.) | 4,709 |
| Length (in.) | 194.1 |
| Width (in.) | 74.6 |
| Height (in.) | 69.3 |
| Wheelbase (in.) | 114.6 |
| Legroom, front (in.) | 40.6 |
| Legroom, rear (in.) | 37.2 |
| Headroom, front (in.) | 39.4 |
| Headroom, rear (in.) | 39.2 |
| Seating capacity | 7 |
| Cargo volume (cu-ft) | 21.8 |
| Max. cargo volume, seats folded (cu-ft) | 128 |
| Bumper-to-bumper | 5 years / 60,000 miles |
| Powertrain | 10 years / 100,000 miles |
| Corrosion | 5 years / 10,000 miles |
| Roadside assistance | 5 years / unlimited mileage |
| Free scheduled maintenance | Not available |
| Front airbags | Standard |
| Side airbags | Not Available |
| Head airbags | Not Available |
| Antilock brakes | Optional |
| Electronic brake enhancements | EBD (Electronic Brake-Force Distribution) |
| Traction control | Not Available |
| Stability control | Not Available |
| Rollover protection | Not available |
| Emergency assistance system | Not available |
| NHTSA crash test, driver | Excellent |
| NHTSA crash test, passenger | Excellent |
| NHTSA crash test, side front | Excellent |
| NHTSA crash test, side rear | Excellent |
| NHTSA rollover resistance | Good |
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