2018 Kia Sedona
The 2018 Kia Sedona is a minivan, rated at 21 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for this model year.
- Combined MPG
- 21
- NHTSA safety
- Starting price
- $30,000
- Recalls
- 3
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Full specifications
Identity
SRC · NHTSA vPIC| Make | Kia |
|---|---|
| Model | Sedona |
| Model year | 2018 |
| Vehicle class | Minivan |
Engine & drivetrain
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Displacement | 3.3 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Transmission | Automatic (S6) |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City MPG | 18 |
|---|---|
| Highway MPG | 25 |
| Combined MPG | 21 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 433 g/mi |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $2950 |
Available configurations
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Sedona | 20 MPG combined |
|---|---|
| Sedona SX | 21 MPG combined |
| Sedona SXL | 19 MPG combined |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City | 18 MPG |
|---|---|
| Highway | 25 MPG |
| Combined | 21 MPG |
Efficiency vs class average
About 8% below the class average.
- Amount financed
- $27,000
- Total interest
- $4,697
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≈ $1,914/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal
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Cost to own
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Safety ratings & recalls
SRC · NHTSA vPIC- Overall
- Frontal crash
- Side crash
- Rollover
Recalls (3)
- STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR18V338000 · 2018-05-23
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Kia Sedona vehicles equipped with a power sliding door (PSD). The PSD may not auto-reverse when its closing is obstructed.
Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the PSD module software, free of charge. The recall began on June 18, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC164.
- AIR BAGS22V031000 · 2022-01-25
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Sedona, Soul, Soul EV, 2017-2018 Forte, and 2017 Forte Koup vehicles. The Air Bag Control Unit (ACU) cover may contact a memory chip on the printed circuit board and damage the electrical circuit. Circuit damage may result in deactivated air bags that will not deploy in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the ACU, and either update the software or replace the unit, as necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 21, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC226.
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING19V109000 · 2019-02-19
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Sedona vehicles equipped with manually-adjusted front passenger seats. Over time, the Occupant Detection System (ODS) wiring harness located underneath the front passenger seat may break from the seat being occupied.
Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will remove the wire harness clip to prevent the wiring harness from breaking. If the harness is found damaged, the front passenger seat cushion will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 19, 2019. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC175.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the MPG of the 2018 Kia Sedona?
The 2018 Kia Sedona is EPA-rated at 21 MPG combined (18 city / 25 highway).
Is the 2018 Kia Sedona reliable?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2018 Kia Sedona. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.
How safe is the 2018 Kia Sedona?
The 2018 Kia Sedona earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 5 stars in the frontal crash test.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2018 Kia Sedona?
At 12,000 miles per year, the 2018 Kia Sedona costs roughly $1,914 per year to fuel, or about $9,571 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.
What type of vehicle is the 2018 Kia Sedona?
The 2018 Kia Sedona is classified as a minivan. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.
Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC