Second generation (2006–present)
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| Also called | Kia Grand Carnival (LWB) Kia Sedona Kia VQ (China) Kia Carnival R (South Korea) |
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| Production | 2006–present |
| Assembly | Sohari Plant, Gwangmyeong, South Korea Kaliningrad, Russia[5] |
| Platform | VQ |
| Engine(s) | 2.7L Mu V6 petrol 3.5L Lambda V6 petrol 3.8L Lambda V6 petrol 2.2L CRDI VGT R-Line I4 diesel 2.9L CRDI VGT I4 diesel |
| Transmission(s) | 5-speed automatic 6-speed automatic 5-speed manual |
| Wheelbase | 2890 mm (113.8 in) (SWB) 3020 mm (118.9 in) (LWB) |
| Length | 4810 mm (189.4 in) (SWB) 5130 mm (202.0 in) (LWB) |
| Width | 1985 mm (78.1 in) |
| Height | 1760 mm (69.3 in) (SWB & 2011- LWB LX) 1780 mm (70.1 in) (LWB) 69.9 in (1775 mm) (2011- EX) |
| Related | Hyundai Entourage |
With a lighter engine, greater use of high-tensile steel in the body, and a lighter transmission and rear suspension, the minivan lost approximately 400 lbs in the redesign.[8]
In certain markets, Kia offers the minivan in both wheelbases (e.g., in North America, Australia) or in other markets, simply as the short wheelbase configuration (e.g., UK, France). Globally, the minivan has been offered with four engines as well as manual and automatic transmissions.
Equipment content varies widely by market — including such features as six airbags (front, front side and air curtain), Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), Electronic Stability Control (ESC) with Traction Control System (TCS) & Brake Assist System (BAS), dual or tri-zone heating and cooling, 'walk through' aisle between the front seats with fold-down tray, tilt/height adjustable steering wheel, ISOFIX anchor points, rear side sliding doors with 'hold open' locking feature (to prevent an open door from inadvertently closing), second row power roll-down windows, third row 60/40 fold-in-floor seat (LWB only), power sliding doors and liftgate, backup sensors, and in-dash navigation.
In European and Asian markets, the SWB models offer a full-range of options and available equipment, with a 2+3+2 seating configuration (an essential format in a large MPV for Europe).[9] By contrast, in the U.S. the SWB model is offered only in a base equipment level with a 2+2+3 seating configuration — and high-end options exclusive to LWB models.
[ United States
A rebadged version of the Sedona was offered from 2007-2009 as the Hyundai Entourage.
The American configuration earned a five-star safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for all seating positions in frontal and side-impact crashes. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety also rates the Sedona “Good” — its highest rating — in front, side and rear impacts. The IIHS has christened the 2006 Sedona a “Gold Top Safety Pick,” making the Sedona (and the similar Hyundai Entourage) the safest minivan currently tested.[11][12]
[ United Kingdom
The Sedona has been the second top selling large MPV in the UK market, and in 2010 received a new grill, new equipment (including a reversing camera built into the rear-view mirror) and a single engine choice, a 192PS 2.2 CRDi I4 replacing the 183PS 2.9 CDRi.[13] The Sedona is marketed in three trim levels (1,2 & 3) with a 5-speed manual transmission or six-speed automatic gearbox. Trim level 1 includes air-conditioning, electric windows. Trim level 2 receives alloy wheels, rear parking sensors incorporated into the rear-view mirror, and climate control. Trim level 3 adds electronic stability control.See: 2010 UK Sedona with 'tiger nose' corporate grille by designer Peter Schreyer.[14]
[] Australia
The second generation went on sale in Australia in January 2006 as the Carnival and Grand Carnival — continuing alongside the first generation model until joined by the SWB second generation model. The new model features a 3.8 L V6 engine, standard seating for 8, and a 5-speed automatic with manual shift mode. It is priced almost 25% higher than the existing Carnival, which continues with a 2.7L V6. Australia has yet to see the 11-seater model, and no information is available on when it will be released (June 2007). A 2.9L turbo diesel version was introduced in March 2009.[edit] Reception
The Kia Sedona (Carnival) has received the 2007 MotorWeek “Best Minivan” award in its 2007 Drivers' Choice Awards and The Car Book's 2007 “Best Bet” distinction. Overall, Kia models improved 22%-in J.D. Power and Associates 2006 Initial Quality Study (IQS), and-improved twice as much as any competitor in the last 3 years.[15]The Kia Sedona ranked 4th the “20 least expensive 2009 vehicles to insure” list by Insure.com. [16] Edmunds.com names Kia Sedona as one of the “Top Recommended” Vehicles for 2010.[17]
[edit] Reliability
- In the 2007 reliability report published by TÜV, 1st generation (1999–2005) of Kia Carnival placed 113th out of 113 in the 2 to 3-year-old cars category, with a defect rate of 25.1%.[18] In the 2008 TÜV report, 1st generation (1999–2005) of Kia Carnival placed 116th out of 116 in the same category, with a defect rate of 19.70%, and also placed 111th out of 111 in the 4 to 5-year-old cars category, with a defect rate of 27.60%.[19]
- According to MSN autos reliability survey, 2006 Kia Sedona reliability rated as good, overall 5/5. It rated as "Minimal Problems", and comment as "Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs."[20] MSN Autos use industry-leading Identifix for reliable data on all automobiles.[21]
- According to MyRide.com reliability survey,[22] The MyRide Reliability Ratings are collected from visitors and past customers of Autobytel Inc.'s websites (Autobytel.com, Autoweb.com and CarSmart.com) who own vehicles from model year 2001 and newer via an online survey conducted by an independent third party.
- Durability scored 86 (Industrial average 80)
- Mechanical Quality scored 89 (Industrial average 80)
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