2011 Kia Sedona Review

In 2011, Kia Motors America (KMA) will present a brand new Kia Sedona minivan, which offers more power and is substantially greater than the length and width, which offers more passenger space and versatility than its predecessor. New features include all new Sedona Standard Folding-in-floor third-row and available power sliding doors and product divisions. The new Sedona is scheduled to go on sale in early 2011.

 

Using a new brand platform, the new Sedona's longer wheelbase and increased length and width contribute to a mini-bus to almost 15 percent improvement in the passenger hall of the previous Sedona. Styles fresh and more standard features and available is designed to enhance the security status of Sedona established and leading the highly competitive minivan market value.

The original Sedona for sale in the summer of 2001 and quickly gained recognition for its tremendous value and generous list of standard features for comfort, convenience and safety. In addition, the federal government to earn the highest safety rating - five stars - the driver and passengers front and rear and front and side impact crash tests, in Sedona has received quite an impressive list of awards, including:

 

AutoPacific Vehicle Satisfaction Award Y - 2002

+ Sport Truck Connection Television for "Best Van" - 2002, 2003

+ Winner of Strategic Vision Total Index Value - 2002, 2004

Safety First

Serves as Kia's flagship safety, Sedona received the first Five Star rating company Original Crash for each seat in the U.S. government. The next generation of Sedona continue Kia's commitment to provide high security equipment including six standard airbags (dual front advanced airbags and front side seat-mounted and full-length side curtain airbags for all three rows of seats).

 

Sensors monitor the two ends restrictions supplemental front seat position to determine if the belt is buckled, whether the front passenger seat is occupied, and the severity of a frontal impact before deployment.

A four-channel, four sensor brakes anti-lock (ABS) are also standard. This system includes Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD), which helps to distribute braking force to all four wheels in relation to weight change during cornering. The EBD adapts to individual wheel grip, which helps to improve both control and stability.

Other standard safety features include a system for monitoring tire pressure and active head restraints in front seats, while features like an Electronic Stability Program (ESP) and traction control (TCS) with brake assist are also series.

 

Improved performance

Increased power and torque, all new Sedona offers class-leading power and performance of the minivan segment. Sedona is an all-new 3.8-liter DOHC 24-valve V6 engine is expected to produce over 240 horsepower - 25 percent increase from the previous center - and 253 Nm of torque. This is a new aluminum block engine is mated to a five-speed transmission Sportmatic ™.

 

Despite the increase in its size, the new Sedona should be significantly lighter than the previous model compared to a similarly equipped base. With more power, less weight and a new chassis with four-wheel independent, the next-generation Sedona is designed to be more fun to drive than its predecessor and its competitors.

The new Sedona four-wheel independent suspension system consisting of MacPherson struts with coil springs and stabilizer bar in front while the rear suspension design uses a multi-link with coil springs and a stabilizer bar.

 

Stopping power is increased by the addition of more four-wheel disc brake system with a larger diameter ventilated front disc brakes (11.7-in.) And the solid rear disc brakes (11.9 inches) ..

Sedona models come with new wheels and larger tires, including wheels and 225/70 R16 steel 16-inch tires and alloy wheels of 17 inches equipped with 235/60 R17.

Spacious, flexible and comfortable

Competitive dimensions, the new Sedona seven generously sized passengers and unibody construction to increase both passenger and cargo, and improved ride and handling. Adding space and versatility of Sedona, flip and fold second-row seats provide easy access to the third row of seats. A new, easy to use 60/40-jako-taitto-into-lattia third row seat is standard on all models to create a larger flat load space.

 

Available in two trim levels - LX and EX - The new Kia Sedona maintains a tradition of high quality, offering a generous list of standard features and services. In addition, ABS, six airbags and a five-speed transmission Sportmatic ™, Sedona LX comes with a Tri-zone air conditioning, sliding doors and power windows, power mirrors and locks, cruise control, AM / FM / CD player, captain chairs for the second row and keyless entry have an alarm system.

 

Sedona EX adds a chrome grille, fog lights, eight-way power adjustable driver's seat, heated power mirrors, stereo AM/FM/Cassette/MP3/CD, auto-dimming rearview mirror with Homelink, leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob , power rear glass quartz, compass, roof rack and wood trim.

 

In addition to the LX and EX standard features of the models', all-new Sedona offers several option packages for maximum convenience and enjoyment These options include:. Front leather seats with heaters, memory settings for driver's seat, exterior mirrors and adjustable pedals, backup warning system, power sliding doors, power products division, electrically adjustable pedals, power sunroof and 660-watt premium entertainment system with DVD player and 13 speakers.