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2006 Kia Sedona Minivan Exterior

While most Americans view minivans as uncool rides, the U.S. minivan market remains strong because a lot of folks need more room and utility than car-based crossovers can provide, and want more car-like character and economy than truck-based SUVs offer. As a result, most multi-line automakers work hard to compete—and here comes Kia with a much-improved new entry.

Overview
When Korean manufacturer Kia launched its first-generation Sedona in mid-2001, it was lauded mostly for its impressive list of standard stuff at a modest price. This all-new 2006 version continues that tradition while offering more size, power and standard and available features, along with one of the U.S. market's best new-vehicle warranties (five-year/60,000-mile bumper-to-bumper, 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain, five-year roadside assistance).


Like the previous model, the 2006 Sedona is available in two trim levels, LX and EX, both powered by an all-new 3.8-liter DOHC 24-valve V-6 engine that pumps out a class-leading 244 horsepower. This all-aluminum V-6, with multi-port electronic fuel injection and dual Continuously Variable Valve Timing (CVVT), drives through an electronically controlled five-speed automatic with overdrive and manu-matic shifting.


The four-wheel independent suspension is MacPherson struts with coil springs and a stabilizer bar in front, and multi-link with coil springs and stabilizer bar in back. Steering is power rack-and-pinion, brakes are power four-wheel discs, and standard tires are P225/70R16 all-season radials (EX models get 235/60R17 Michelins). Nothing unusual or special here, but it all works well on the road.

Styling
2006 Kia Sedona Minivan

While most minivans look pretty much alike, Kia says it gave its new Sedona a Euro look with "clean, crisp lines, a gradually rearward sloping roof and wheels pushed outboard to the corners for a more muscular appearance." Okay. We'll agree it's reasonably attractive, with its body-color grille and bumpers and clear-lens projector halogen headlamps. The EX adds chrome grille bars, 17-inch double-spoke alloy wheels, automatic headlamps, rear chrome molding and solar glass windshield and front side windows.

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Sedona highlights
Price range: $23665 - $26265
Best fuel economy: 17 city / 25 hwy, mpg
Horsepower range: 244 - 244

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