Kia Sedona

[ajay]

I think I've seen some of you here recommending the Kia Sedona. We are looking at an '07 and I'm mainly concerned with the reliability. I know they have a great warranty, but we would have to drive an hour to get to Kia to get it fixed. So, have you had a lot of issues with things going wrong or it being undriveable for periods of time?

Other than that, how do you find it as far as comfortability- both for daily driving and long trips?

Thanks so much!

[armyfam]

We have had our Kia Sedona for 2 years. I got it because of the stellar crash test ratings and the standard safety features that are generally optional with other minivans. I love driving it on a day to day basis and road trips have been great. That being said, it has been in the shop 3 times. One major problem and 2 minor problems. I have family with a Kia Sedona who hasn't had any problems. Maybe I got a dud? You can get some great deals on vans right now and the Kia van is a great deal in comparison to some of the other top brands. Maybe someone else will chime in on their experience. HTH

[*Spoiledinmyhouseofblue*]

I have a 2007 base model kia sedona. I say go for it. I love it. We have had it now since June 2007 and have had no problems at all. I love it!

I am not a minvan person at all and was really worried about getting a kia, but now I think my next van will be a long base kia sedona ;-)

There are some AWSEOME deals right now on them. I am jealous of the deals now.

[armyfam]

I agree about getting a long based model. The third row seats fold into the floor which is wonderful during travel if you don't need to sit people in the third row. It was a lifesaver during Christmas when we needed the room to put all of the Santa presents.

[Melanie]

I've heard that the newer generation (06 & newer) is much better than the older ones. I have an 04 and it's been in the shop a gazillion times. I only keep it because it's paid for and I don't want another car payment right now.

They don't have great resale value, but if you are getting a smoking deal that may not matter much.

[ladybug_mom]

What do they have for Top Tether anchors and LATCH? I'm in research mode right now and this is on my list due to safety ratings. I have 3 in car seats 2 FF one RF.