2013 Kia Sedona ADV AWD

The Kia Sedona minivan seats seven passengers, with second-row captain's chairs and a 60/40-split third row that folds into the floor. Sized on par with most other minivans, the Sedona offers plenty of legroom for all three rows, though the third-row seat suffers from a low cushion and limited headroom that may reduce it to kid-only transport. Maximum cargo, although a few cubic feet short of the class leaders, is still generous at 142 cubes, and plenty of cubbies abound for quick stowage of things like cell phones, purses and snacks., , Power comes from a 3.5-liter V6 that produces 271 horsepower and 248 pound-feet of torque. A six-speed automatic is standard. This makes the Sedona a rather swift minivan, and in road tests, we found the Sedona to be surprisingly nimble, with a rather lightweight feel. However, the ride isn't as refined as some newer minivans, which tend to move down the road in a more sophisticated manner., , On the inside, the Kia Sedona features a rather modest design. Its cabin is not at all unattractive, just plain. Most materials throughout the cabin are of adequate quality, but there are a few cheap-feeling elements and switches that detract from an otherwise positive impression. Gauges and controls are well placed and legibly labeled, with the exception of the less-than-intuitive manual climate control., , Available in LX and EX trim levels, even the most basic Sedona comes with a full complement of safety features, rear parking sensors, front and rear climate controls, keyless entry, full power features, satellite radio, Bluetooth and a USB audio jack. The EX gets additional power-operated features, and it can be further equipped with leather, a DVD entertainment system, a navigation system and a rearview camera., , Overall, the Sedona is a respectable choice for a minivan, but it's worth noting that the current offerings from Chrysler, Honda, Nissan and Toyota have all been updated or redesigned, leaving the Sedona as the oldest model on the market. In terms of refinement and extra features, Kia's van doesn't quite measure up. It does well in terms of value, though, so you'll certainly want to make a few comparisons before reaching a decision.