2012 Kia Sedona

2012 Kia Sedona

  • LX

    $24,900

  • EX

    $29,190

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Our 2012 Kia Sedona trim comparison will help you decide.

  • Seats seven
  • Fold-flat third row
  • V-6, six-speed automatic transmission

2012 Kia Sedona review: Our expert's take

Kia's Sedona minivan seats seven and comes with a standard V-6 drivetrain. The Sedona comes in standard LX and upscale EX trim levels. Competitors include the Honda Odyssey, Toyota Sienna and Dodge Grand Caravan.

There are no major changes for 2012.


Exterior features include:

  • Available 16- or 17-inch wheels
  • Standard power mirrors
  • Optional fog lights
  • Standard heated front windshield
  • Optional power sliding doors
  • Optional power liftgate
  • Optional power moonroof


The Sedona's seven-occupant interior features one-touch flip-and-fold seats in the second row for easier access to the rear. The Sedona has a standard 60/40-split third-row bench that can fold into the floor. Interior features include:

  • Available cloth or leather seating surfaces
  • Available three-zone automatic climate control
  • Standard front- and second-row power windows
  • Standard power door locks and keyless entry
  • Standard cruise control
  • Standard USB/iPod compatible stereo
  • Optional navigation system
  • Optional Infinity stereo with 11 speakers
  • Optional rear DVD player with 8-inch monitor now available on LX


A six-speed automatic transmission includes a manual-shift mode, something few minivans offer. The 3.5-liter V-6 makes 271 horsepower and 248 pounds-feet of torque. Mechanical features include:

  • 271-hp, 3.5-liter V-6 with 248 pounds-feet of torque
  • Six-speed automatic transmission with manual-shift feature


Safety features include:

  • Standard side-impact airbags
  • Standard side curtain airbags
  • Standard antilock brakes
  • Standard electronic stability control
  • Standard traction control
  • Standard backup warning system (LX and EX)
  • Available backup camera

Consumer reviews

88% of drivers recommend this car

Rating breakdown (out of 5):

  • Comfort 4.5
  • Interior design 4.3
  • Performance 4.6
  • Value for the money 4.6
  • Exterior styling 4.3
  • Reliability 4.7

Most recent consumer reviews

Breaks down often.

It was an average van until we crossed that 150,000 mile on the odometer. Now it breaks down constantly and is "nickel and dime"ING us. Really disappointed in the reliability.

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It has 5 recalls doesn't handle well in the snow a

June 23, 2020

By patricia1 from Milwaukee WISCONSIN

Owns this car

Wish I didn't get it and it does not handle well, steering seems off, had 5 recalls have problems with the key wanting to open the car

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Great Van smooth running and very comfortable

February 20, 2020

By Cathy B from Woodbury, NJ

Owns this car

I purchased a van from eBZZ in December. I have been waiting to post my review to make sure the van wasn't going to breakdown after the first 30/60 days. I am pleased to announce "IT HAS NOT". It runs great. It is so quiet and smooth running. Perfect. Purchasing this van from Joe at eBZZ was the best experience I have ever had in buying a used vehicle. There really was no pressure. I saw the van as I passed their lot and stopped to see it after hours. I then called the office and said I was interested in the van. He said stop by and we'll show it to you. He even offered to stay a little late, because I worked about an hour away, for me to stop in and test drive the van. They were very accommodating. We did the test drive, got all the facts on the van, they had the "FAX" report and all was great. They took care of all the paperwork in getting it registered and ready for the road. They are the BEST. I highly recommend them if you are looking for a used vehicle of any kind. They even helped with my trade-in and gave me a generous figure. Best experience ever!! I just can't say this enough. " I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THEM!"

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Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Maximum age/mileage

5 years or newer/less than 60,000 miles

Basic warranty terms

12 months/12,000 miles

Powertrain

10 years/100,000 miles

Dealer certification required
165-point inspection
Roadside assistance
Yes
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