2010 Kia Sedona Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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In the dog-eat-dog world of minivan sales, the four-door, front-wheel-drive-only (FWD) 2010 Kia Sedona, though far from the top dog, puts up a good fight. Its low base price combines with decent performance and an over-achieving number of standard appearance, comfort, and convenience features to produce a kennel full of value, enough that the Sedona was a “Recommended Pick” by Consumer Guide in 2009. Available in three trims, the Base, LX, and EX, the Sedona offers 141.5 cubic feet of cargo space in the long-wheelbase EX and LX versions, while the shorter Base version packs 121 cubic feet, plenty of roaming room for Fido and friends. Both of the seven-passenger higher-end trims feature a fold-down third-row bench seat, while all trims feature front and second-row captain's chairs. Unfortunately, these second-row seats must be removed as opposed to simply folded for full utilization of the Sedona’s cargo area. While perhaps not offering the value of the Sedona, Nissan’s Quest, Volkswagen’s Routan, and Toyota’s Sienna, as well as a pair of Chrysler minis and, of course, the top-dog Honda Odyssey, are certainly worth a look or two.
A single powertrain offering equips the 2010 Kia Sedona lineup, this being the venerable 3.8-liter V6 and well-regarded five-speed shiftable automatic transmission. This pairing puts out 244 hp and 253 lb-ft of torque, good enough to haul 3,500 pounds of trailer when the available hitch and wiring are selected. Mileage for the V6 engine is estimated at 17/23 mpg. Unfortunately, Kia offers no all-wheel-drive (AWD) option for the Sedona.
Standard appearance, comfort, and convenience features for the 2010 Sedona are plentiful and well-placed. The Base trim offers 16-inch steel wheels, a roof rack, power windows, door locks, and mirrors, front and second-row captain's chairs, front and rear air conditioning, cruise control, tilt-wheel steering, a USB/iPod interface, and a single-CD player with eight speakers and three free months of satellite radio service. The midlevel LX trim adds 14 inches of overall length, premium cloth upholstery, and split-folding third-row seating, while the top-shelf Sedona EX throws in 17-inch alloy wheels, power-adjustable front seats, power rear quarter windows, dual power-sliding rear doors, a trip computer, and a universal remote garage door opener. Options, except for the available trailer towing package, are limited to the long-wheelbase (LWB) LX and EX trims and include a power moonroof, power liftgate, power-adjustable pedals, rear-seat DVD entertainment, a DVD navigation system, leather upholstery, parking assist sensors, a rearview camera, and tri-zone climate control.
Considered one of the safer minivans available, the 2009 Sedona was named a “Top Safety Pick” by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). This reputation continues for the 2010 trims, with four-wheel ABS, traction and stability control, dual front side-mounted airbags, two- or three-row head airbags, front active headrests, and side-impact door beams all standard equipment. The LX and EX additionally feature standard backup sensors, and the EX also sports standard front fog/driving lights.
Owners of the highly regarded 2009 Kia Sedona praise its value and fuel efficiency, but lament the lack of AWD availability. Owners also complain about the Sedona’s lackadaisical acceleration, as well as some less-than-impressive interior materials and workmanship. Intrusive road and wind noise, uncomfortable seats, and a curiously low resale value plague owners, too. However, impressive passenger and cargo room, as well as powerful warranty coverage and its numerous standard amenities, leave owners with few regrets in choosing the wallet- and family-friendly Kia Sedona.
Published May 31, 2022 by CarGurus Editorial Team
User reviews for 2010 Kia Sedona
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by Ayele G
Jul 08, 2021
I haven’t compared it with other cars but I am satisfied with the condition of the car and priceJul 08, 2021
by James L
Nov 08, 2020
Good value it seems to be needs to driven. Nov 08, 2020
by Ronnie F
Jan 27, 2012
this is a great family car that has loads of room and it can also carry allot. my ride form Philadelphia to South Carolina was so easy . the long ride never made me tired in it. the radio is nearly perfect and the USB and iPod attachment is the best as well as satellite radio.
I love KIA for this model. it did this just right. the maintenance is a breeze and road nose is nearly unheard.Jan 27, 2012
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2010 Kia Sedona Pricing
Original MSRP
$22,195 to $28,695Price range
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Air Conditioning
Dual front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls · Single rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Third row side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: element · USB auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 8 · 172 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.7 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.9 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front, rear and third row · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Reading lights: front · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Storage: front seatback · Vanity mirrors: dual
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Manual adjustments: 4
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.33
Exterior Features
Body side moldings: body-color · Door handle color: body-color · Front bumper color: body-color · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Side door type: dual manual sliding
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2 · Number of third row headrests: 3
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: removable captains chairs
Roof
OEM roof height: undefined · Roof rails: black
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point · Third row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: height · Front seat type: captains chairs · Passenger seat manual adjustments: height · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Third row headrests: adjustable · Third row seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Third Row Seat
Type: 50-50 split bench
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: steel
Wheels
Wheel covers: full
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Rear quarter windows: swing out · Rear wiper: with washer · Tinted: windshield
Air Conditioning
Dual front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls · Single rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: element · USB auxiliary audio input · Wireless headphones · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 8 · 172 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.7 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.9 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front, rear and third row · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Reading lights: third row · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Manual adjustments: 4
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.33
Exterior Features
Body side moldings: body-color · Door handle color: body-color · Front bumper color: body-color · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Side door type: dual manual sliding
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2 · Number of third row headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Video monitor location: rear · Video monitor size: 8
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: removable captains chairs
Roof
OEM roof height: undefined · Roof rack color: black · Roof rails: black
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear · Parking sensors: rear
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point · Third row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: captains chairs · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Third row headrests: adjustable · Third row seat folding: fold flat into floor · Upholstery: cloth
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Third Row Seat
Type: 40-60 split bench
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: steel
Video System
Video player: DVD player
Wheels
Wheel covers: full
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Rear quarter windows: swing out · Rear wiper: with washer · Tinted: windshield
Air Conditioning
Dual front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls · Single rear air conditioning zones · Single third row air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: element · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Wireless headphones · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Infinity · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 8 · 172 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.7 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.9 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front, rear and third row · Memorized settings: adjustable pedals · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Reading lights: third row · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: accessory hook · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Power adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.33
Exterior Features
Body side moldings: body-color with chrome accents · Door handle color: body-color with chrome accents · Front bumper color: body-color · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated · Side door type: dual power sliding
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2 · Number of third row headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Video system: DVD player
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 2 · Power adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: removable captains chairs
Roof
OEM roof height: undefined · Roof rails: black · Sunroof: power glass
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Parking sensors: rear
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point · Third row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: captains chairs · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Third row headrests: adjustable · Third row seat folding: fold flat into floor · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Third Row Seat
Type: 40-60 split bench
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Rear quarter windows: power · Rear wiper: with washer · Tinted: windshield