Another drawback is gas mileage, only 15 in the city they
use a LOT of cast iron on the front subframe.


Uh, Joe...you've made a fool of yourself again. You're looking at the
old Sedona, which did in fact suck!
Edmunds gave the 2006 Sedona a good review and the old version got 15
MPG n the city. The new model is all new..gets 17-25 MPG (So far we got
23MPG on the highway) and she's not broken in yet. Other owners are
seeing 25-27 MPG. You got BUSTED AGAIN, Joe!

Here's what your beloved Edmunds has to say....

"We'd faulted the previous-generation Sedona for its
less-than-impressive power and poor gas mileage. This year, Kia
addresses these shortcomings by reducing the van's curb weight by 400
pounds and installing a new 244-hp 3.8-liter V6 under the hood. As a
result, the 2006 Sedona's fuel economy rating is 17 mpg in the city and
25 mpg on the highway, which is a bit better than the 2005 model's
16/22 mpg city/highway. Ride and handling is also improved, thanks to a
new independent rear suspension. With its larger interior, additional
features and improved driving dynamics, the 2006 Kia Sedona no longer
feels the low-cost compromise in the minivan segment.
What Edmunds.com Says
Packed with safety and comfort features and priced less than some
competing minivans, the 2006 Kia Sedona is an excellent choice for
families on a budget.

Pros
Smooth and quiet ride, comfortable interior with lots of cupholders and
storage bins, solid build quality, lengthy warranty coverage.

Cons
Handling and steering response could be better, cramped third row.

What's New for 2006
The Kia Sedona is all-new for 2006. It's longer and wider than its
predecessor, with a nearly 15-percent improvement in passenger room.
Horsepower is up 49 from the previous generation thanks to a new
3.8-liter, 244-hp V6. The Sedona's standard features list has been
expanded to include fold-flat third-row seating; power-sliding doors
and a power liftgate have been added as options. ABS and traction
control are now standard, along with front side airbags and full-length
side curtain airbags for all three rows.


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