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2008 Kia Sedona Review

August 18, 2008

STYLING | 7 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

doesn't carry itself much differently than a Toyota Sienna
Kelley Blue Book

more stylish and better-looking than other minivans
Mother Proof

some of the interior trim is cheap-looking
Car and Driver

When it comes to styling, the 2008 Kia Sedona minivan is plain but well proportioned. Detailing is minimal. The most notable thing about its look is that it’s available in two body lengths, unlike most other minivans on the market today.

Generally, reviewers approve of the Kia Sedona 2008 styling. A test driver at Mother Proof comments that the Kia Sedona "lured me with its cute looks...it seemed more stylish and better-looking than other minivans." MyRide.com has this to say: "the [Kia] Sedona looks classy and stylish...if the 2008 Kia Sedona's styling isn't unique, it is clean and crisp, and classy." Kelley Blue Book agrees, at least on the idea that the Kia Sedona's styling isn't unique, remarking, "Except for its vertical taillamps, the 2008 Kia Sedona doesn't carry itself much differently than a Toyota Sienna, which wouldn't be impossible to mistake for a Honda Odyssey."

Inside, the Sedona is just as straightforward in terms of style and function, and reviewers were less than impressed with it. Car and Driver notes that "some of the interior trim is cheap-looking," while Kelley Blue Book observes that the Kia Sedona 2008 has "wood-look trim that's reminiscent of wood-paneled wagons and dens from the Brady Bunch era." And although ConsumerGuide says that all controls in the cockpit "are within easy reach, are nicely sized, and are clearly marked," J.D. Power proclaims, "If there's evidence showing how Kia is able to undercut Honda and Toyota on price, the interior is where you’ll find it."

Conclusion

The 2008 Kia Sedona does a reasonably stylish job of looking like a minivan.

STYLING | 7 out of 10Expert Quotes:doesn't carry itself much differently than a Toyota SiennaKelley Blue Bookmore stylish and better-looking than other minivansMother Proofsome of the interior trim is cheap-lookingCar and Driver When it comes to styling, the 2008 Kia Sedona minivan is plain but well proportioned. Detailing is minimal. The most notable thing about its look is that it’s available in two body lengths, unlike most other minivans on the market today. Generally, reviewers approve of the Kia Sedona 2008 styling. A test driver at Mother Proof comments that the Kia Sedona "lured me with its cute looks...it seemed more stylish and better-looking than other minivans." MyRide.com has this to say: "the [Kia] Sedona looks classy and stylish...if the 2008 Kia Sedona's styling isn't unique, it is clean and crisp, and classy." Kelley Blue Book agrees, at least on the idea that the Kia Sedona's styling isn't unique, remarking, "Except for its vertical taillamps, the 2008 Kia Sedona doesn't carry itself much differently than a Toyota Sienna, which wouldn't be impossible to mistake for a Honda Odyssey." Inside, the Sedona is just as straightforward in terms of style and function, and reviewers were less than impressed with it. Car and Driver notes that "some of the interior trim is cheap-looking," while Kelley Blue Book observes that the Kia Sedona 2008 has "wood-look trim that's reminiscent of wood-paneled wagons and dens from the Brady Bunch era." And although ConsumerGuide says that all controls in the cockpit "are within easy reach, are nicely sized, and are clearly marked," J.D. Power proclaims, "If there's evidence showing how Kia is able to undercut Honda and Toyota on price, the interior is where you’ll find it." ConclusionThe 2008 Kia Sedona does a reasonably stylish job of looking like a minivan.  2008 KIA SEDONA STYLING | [7 out of 10] Kelley Blue Book: "doesn't carry itself much differently than a Toyota Sienna " Mother Proof: "more stylish and better-looking than other minivans " Car and Driver: "some of the interior trim is cheap-looking" When it comes to styling, the ...

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Other Choices:

There are not many minivans, crossovers, or SUVs that drive as well as the sporty Mazda5. Even the short-wheelbase 2008 Kia Sedona is larger than the Mazda5. If you don't need the extra room and might want the added fuel economy of the Mazda5's standard four-cylinder engine, then the Mazda5 is worth a test drive.

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Comments (1 total)

  1. By Tulio del Cid #1, Posted: 9/1/2008

    Kia Sedona / carnival

    The Sedona (Carnival) in Latin America, is a very nice, confortable, reliable minivan.

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