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Used 2018 Kia Sedona Minivan Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The 2018 Kia Sedona is a seven- or eight-passenger minivan sold in five trim levels. The base L model is very reasonably priced, with a light features list that includes a rearview camera and a USB input for the audio system. The LX doesn't cost much more, and its power-sliding doors and other features are worth the modest price bump. The EX is quite a bit more, but we find its power tailgate, 7-inch touchscreen and leather upholstery to be irresistible. The SX doubles down on the luxury, safety and tech features, and even more are added when you select the range-topping SX Limited.

Like every Sedona, the base L model is powered by a 3.3-liter V6 engine (276 horsepower and 248 pound-feet of torque) that sends power to the front wheels through a six-speed automatic transmission. Standard feature highlights include 17-inch alloy wheels, automatic headlights, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, a height-adjustable driver seat, Slide-N-Stow forward-collapsing second-row captain's chairs (reducing seating capacity to seven), stain-resistant cloth upholstery, a 60/40-split reclining and folding third-row bench seat, dual-zone climate control (with front and rear controls), Bluetooth, a 5-inch touchscreen, a rearview camera, and a four-speaker sound system with a CD player and a USB port.

The LX trim adds power-folding mirrors, power-sliding doors, rear privacy glass, a second-row bench seat (increasing passenger capacity to eight), an eight-way power driver seat (with two-way power lumbar) and a six-speaker audio system.

The EX hits what we think is the sweet spot of the Sedona lineup. This trim adds 18-inch wheels, foglights, LED daytime running lights, a windshield wiper de-icer, heated mirrors, roof rails, a height-adjustable power tailgate, front and rear parking sensors, upgraded shock absorbers, keyless ignition and entry, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, tri-zone automatic climate control, a driver information display, leather upholstery, heated front seats, sunshades for the second and third rows, a cooled glovebox, a portable flashlight, a 7-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration, Uvo3 eServices emergency telematics and additional USB charge ports.

The SX trim reverts back to the seven-passenger configuration with second-row captain's chairs (the bench is available as an option) and adds LED taillights, driver-seat memory functions, four-way lumbar adjustment for the driver, an eight-way power front passenger seat, ventilated front seats, heated second-row seats, an 8-inch touchscreen, a navigation system and an eight-speaker Infinity premium audio system. A blind-spot monitoring system with rear cross-traffic alert is also included.

The range-topping eight-passenger SX Limited trim adds 19-inch wheels, adaptive xenon headlights with automatic high-beam control, upgraded foglights, a sound-reducing windshield, chrome door handles, adaptive cruise control, a heated steering wheel and a household-style power outlet. Even more advanced safety features come with the SX Limited, including forward collision warning and mitigation (with automatic emergency braking), a lane departure warning system and a surround-view camera system.

Many features on the higher trims are available as options on the lower trims. A dual-panel sunroof; first-class, lounge-style seating for the second row (without Slide-N-Stow); and premium leather upholstery are available solely on the SX Limited trim via the Prestige package. A rear-seat entertainment system is offered on all models.

Which Sedona trim does Edmunds recommend?

For most Sedona shoppers, we think the midrange EX is the one to get. It comes with a ton of features at an agreeable price. They include a power liftgate, tri-zone climate control, leather upholstery and upgraded shock absorbers for a more comfortable ride. If safety is a top priority, look for an EX with the Advanced Premium Technology package. It adds the latest in driver safety aids such as blind-spot monitoring and forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking.

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Tempe, AZ
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Sedona L
Sedona LX
Sedona EX
Sedona SX
Sedona SX Limited
Vehicle
L
3.3L 6cyl 6A
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LX
3.3L 6cyl 6A
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SX
3.3L 6cyl 6A
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SX Limited
3.3L 6cyl 6A
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Features

Features

Features

Features

Features

Bluetooth
standard
standard
standard
standard
standard
Navigation
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standard
standard
Satellite radio
standard
standard
standard
standard
standard
Keyless Ignition
Not Available
optional
standard
standard
standard
Cruise control
standard
standard
standard
standard
standard
Adaptive cruise control
Not Available
optional
optional
optional
standard
Parking assistance
Not Available
optional
standard
standard
standard
Upholstery
cloth
cloth
leather
leather
leather
Heated seats
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optional
standard
standard
standard
Cooled/Ventilated seats
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Not Available
standard
standard
Folding rear seats
standard
standard
standard
standard
standard
Sunroof
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Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Drivetrain
front wheel drive
front wheel drive
front wheel drive
front wheel drive
front wheel drive
Engine power
276 hp @ 6,000 rpm
276 hp @ 6,000 rpm
276 hp @ 6,000 rpm
276 hp @ 6,000 rpm
276 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Engine torque
248 lb-ft @ 5,200 rpm
248 lb-ft @ 5,200 rpm
248 lb-ft @ 5,200 rpm
248 lb-ft @ 5,200 rpm
248 lb-ft @ 5,200 rpm
Engine displacement
3.3 l
3.3 l
3.3 l
3.3 l
3.3 l
Engine configuration
v6
v6
v6
v6
v6
Transmission
6-speed shiftable automatic
6-speed shiftable automatic
6-speed shiftable automatic
6-speed shiftable automatic
6-speed shiftable automatic
Tire size
235/65R17
235/65R17
235/60R18
235/60R18
235/55R19
Wheel size
17 X 6.5-in
17 X 6.5-in
18 X 7.0-in
18 X 7.0-in
19 X 7.5-in
Wheel type
alloy wheels
alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
polished alloy wheels
chrome alloy wheels
Run flat tires
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
18 / 24 / 20 MPG
18 / 24 / 20 MPG
18 / 24 / 20 MPG
18 / 25 / 21 MPG
17 / 22 / 19 MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
21.1 gal.
21.1 gal.
21.1 gal.
21.1 gal.
21.1 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
380 / 506 miles
380 / 506 miles
380 / 506 miles
380 / 528 miles
359 / 464 miles
Fuel Type
regular unleaded
regular unleaded
regular unleaded
regular unleaded
regular unleaded
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
37.7 ft.
37.7 ft.
37.7 ft.
37.7 ft.
37.7 ft.
Curb weight
4,411 lb.
4,443 lb.
4,503 lb.
4,517 lb.
4,568 lb.
Ground Clearance
6.7 in.
6.7 in.
6.7 in.
6.7 in.
6.7 in.
Overall Width with Mirrors
89.3 in.
89.3 in.
89.3 in.
89.3 in.
89.3 in.
Overall Width without Mirrors
78.1 in.
78.1 in.
78.1 in.
78.1 in.
78.1 in.
Height
68.5 in.
68.5 in.
69.1 in.
69.1 in.
69.1 in.
Length
201.4 in.
201.4 in.
201.4 in.
201.4 in.
201.4 in.
Wheelbase
120.5 in.
120.5 in.
120.5 in.
120.5 in.
120.5 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
33.9 cu. ft.
33.9 cu. ft.
33.9 cu. ft.
33.9 cu. ft.
33.9 cu. ft.
Front Head Room
39.8 in.
39.8 in.
39.8 in.
39.8 in.
39.8 in.
Front Leg Room
40.9 in.
40.9 in.
40.9 in.
40.9 in.
40.9 in.
Front Shoulder Room
63.9 in.
63.9 in.
63.9 in.
63.9 in.
63.9 in.
Rear Head Room
39.4 in.
39.4 in.
39.4 in.
39.4 in.
39.2 in.
Rear Leg Room
41.1 in.
41.1 in.
41.1 in.
41.1 in.
40.6 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
63.1 in.
63.1 in.
63.1 in.
63.1 in.
63.1 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
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Average Cost Per Mile
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Depreciation
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Financing
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Taxes & Fees
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Fuel
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Insurance
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Maintenance
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Repairs
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Colors

Colors

Colors

Colors

Colors

Interior
Dark Graphite, cloth
Dark Graphite, cloth
Dark Graphite, leather
Camel Beige, leather
Camel Beige, cloth
Dark Graphite, leather
Camel Beige, leather
Dark Graphite, leather
Camel Beige, leather
Dark Burgundy, premium leather
Dark Burgundy, leather
Camel Beige, premium leather
Camel Beige, leather
Exterior
Silky Silver
Aurora Black
Clear White
Clear White
Silky Silver
Venetian Red
Aurora Black
Celestial Blue
Titanium Bronze
Platinum Graphite
Silky Silver
Venetian Red
Snow White Pearl
Aurora Black
Celestial Blue
Titanium Bronze
Platinum Graphite
Silky Silver
Venetian Red
Snow White Pearl
Aurora Black
Celestial Blue
Titanium Bronze
Platinum Graphite
Silky Silver
Venetian Red
Snow White Pearl
Aurora Black
Celestial Blue
Titanium Bronze
Platinum Graphite