Used Kia Sedona for Sale nearCedar Rapids, IA

How much does the Kia Sedona cost in today's market?

Used Kia Sedona prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Kia Sedona's current nationwide average price is $11,476, and its lowest point over the past year was $11,234. Recently, prices have come down for the 2019, 2020, and 2021 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Kia Sedona a good car?

Yes — the Kia Sedona is a strong family minivan choice if you value space, comfort, and a smooth ride. The all-generations owner rating is 4.4/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Sedona for its spacious cabin, comfortable driving experience, and solid value. The model also earns repeat praise for its smooth ride and strong performance, which helps it feel easy to live with on family duty.

Expert reviews rate the 2016 model among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs that show up in expert reviews are fuel economy, steering feel, and some safety-tech tuning on the 2016 model.

34.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Kia Sedona models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently point to the Sedona's roomy interior, comfort, and family-friendly usefulness as its biggest strengths. The model also earns praise for its smooth ride and overall value, which helps it feel like a practical long-term choice for shoppers who want a minivan that fits daily life well.

• Owners rate the Kia Sedona between 3 and 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For long-term ownership, the Sedona looks like a sensible used buy if you prioritize space and comfort, while keeping an eye on fuel economy and condition history.

What should I look for when buying a used Kia Sedona?

Across all model years, at 61.2% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: UVO eServices with teen-monitoring features, blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert on the EX and standard on the SX and SXL, and the Technology Package on the SX or SXL with adaptive cruise control, forward-collision warning, lane-departure warning, and automatic high-beam headlights.
• Infotainment: Kia’s Your Voice (UVO) eServices infotainment system with an 8-inch, high-resolution, color touchscreen display, plus smartphone-connected services through Bluetooth.
• Fuel efficiency: 19.1 mpg in combined driving, aligned with the EPA’s 19-mpg estimate for combined driving, and 22.1 mpg on a highway-heavy drive.

Which Kia Sedona trim should I buy?

The 2016 Kia Sedona offers these trims:

• L: The entry trim starts the lineup and gives you the Sedona's core family-hauling layout at the lowest price point.
• LX: A smart value choice, especially if you want access to the UVO eServices infotainment system and a broader equipment list.
• EX: Adds blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert, making it a strong step up for shoppers who want more driver assistance.
• SX: Adds blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert as standard, and can be paired with the Technology Package for adaptive cruise control, forward-collision warning, lane-departure warning, and automatic high-beam headlights.
• SXL (SX Limited): The top trim brings the most upscale presentation, including premium materials and available luxury-style features, and it can also be equipped with the Technology Package.

What Kia Sedona do most buyers choose?

The Kia Sedona years with the most listings are 2016, 2017, and 2018.

These higher-volume years tend to be popular because they give you more inventory to compare and a wider spread of prices and deal quality. That makes it easier to find a Sedona that fits your budget and feature priorities.

What is the Kia Sedona's resale value?

Most Sedona model years are down year over year, which creates better opportunities for used buyers. The largest drops are concentrated in the newer and mid-range years, while the smallest changes are clustered near the bottom of the table. That pattern suggests some years are moving more quickly than others, but overall pricing is trending lower.

The 2018 model year is holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2018, 2019, and 2016 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Kia Sedona safe?

• 2016: 6/10

For the safest used buy, the 2016 model posts the highest confirmed score of 6/10.

Should I buy a used Kia Sedona now?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2020 model is at −7.03% versus a year ago, and the 2019 model is at −2.53%.
• Deal availability: The 2020 model has 39% good and great deals, and the 2019 model has 35.6%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2016 model has the most listings at a current average price of $8,768. The Kia Sedona offers a roomy, family-friendly cabin with a comfortable ride and strong everyday practicality.

If you're buying used today, the 2016 model year offers the best mix of value and availability.

How does the 2016 Kia Sedona compare to the 2016 Honda Odyssey?

Our experts score the 2016 Kia Sedona 7.7/10 and the 2016 Honda Odyssey 8.2/10. The Sedona gives you a lower average used price and more listings, while the Odyssey brings a higher expert score and stronger fuel economy. The Sedona also has a slightly better good-and-great-deal share, while the Odyssey has a slightly higher accident-free share.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 3, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.