The 2006 Kia Sedona LX went through a renovation this year and turned into a 7-passenger minivan with a new flat-folding third row bench seat.  Though legroom is tight back there, it offers more seating options for more children.  When both third and second row captain's chairs are down, cargo space has been upped to 141 cubic feet.  The 2006 Sedona LX is powered by a new 3.8-liter, 240-hp V6 engine and a 5-speed Sportmatic transmission.  The LX uses 16-inch wheels and comes with full safety features, which earned it a top safety pick award.  These include ABS brakes, traction and stability control, a tire monitor, and dual front, side, and all-row head airbags.

Other standard equipment is full power features, keyless entry, cruise control (on the steering wheel), tri-zone climate control, a CD player, intermittent front and rear wipers, and manual sliding doors.  A roof rack and trailer hitch can be added to increase storage options.  Also available is a DVD system for the back rows.  Gas mileage is a so-so 17/25 mpg, about average for a minivan.  Drivers of the 2006 Sedona LX find it roomy and powerful, and like all the safety features.  Many wish it had a few more options and better gas mileage.