Kia Sedona vs. Toyota Sienna
When we compare the Kia Sedona to the Toyota Sienna, the Kia Sedona has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, interior volume and base engine power. The Toyota Sienna has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Kia Sedona versus the Toyota Sienna, the Kia Sedona is a better car than the Toyota Sienna.
Kia Sedona versus Toyota Sienna Pricing
For a new model, the Kia Sedona's price is between $29,870 and $39,909, with the Toyota Sienna priced between $36,219 and $53,993.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Kia Sedona’s base engine makes 276 horsepower, and the Toyota Sienna base engine makes 245 horsepower. The Sedona is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 506 miles. The Sienna is rated to deliver an average of 36 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 648 miles. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Kia Sedona, a minivan, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and trunk space. The Toyota Sienna, a hybrid minivan car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room and rear head room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$29,870 - $39,909
Used Asking Price:
$26,990 - $38,002
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
50.7%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$36,219 - $53,993
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
48.9%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.6 / 10
Reliability:
8.1 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
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5 out of / 7iSeeCars Rankings
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14 out of / 23Summary Review
Shoppers seeking an alternative to the Honda Odyssey may find it in the Kia Sedona. The Sedona is a modern minivan with a satisfying luxurious ride in its top trims.
Summary Review
Toyota’s Sienna has long been a favorite of families who wanted an all-wheel-drive minivan, but its appeal goes deeper than that one feature. The Sienna changes in very important ways for 2021 that make it hard to pass up for those seeking the best cost of ownership in this segment.
Pros and Cons
- Modern infotainment system
- Standard V6 power
- Best minivan warranty in America
- Standard spare tire
- About to be discontinued
- LX trim lacks common safety features
Pros and Cons
- 36 MPG fuel economy rating
- Available all-wheel drive
- Included maintenance for two years under warranty
- Spare tire is not standard
- The driving experience is not best in class
Available Body Styles
Minivan
Available Body Styles
Minivan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Trim Levels
EX, LX, SX
Trim Levels
Limited 7-Passenger, XLE 8-Passenger, LE 8-Passenger, Woodland Edition, Platinum 7-Passenger, XSE 7-Passenger, XLE 7-Passenger
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK +
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
276 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
248 foot-lbs @ 5200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.062 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
245 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.053 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 24 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
380 / 506 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
36 / 36 / 36
Range (city/hwy):
648 / 648 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
63.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
41.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
63.1 inches
Cargo Space:
33.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
78.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
199.7 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
62.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
62.7 inches
Cargo Space:
33.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
75.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
195.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4443 lbs
Width:
89.3 inches
Height:
68.5 inches
Length:
201.4 inches
Wheelbase:
120.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4610 lbs
Width:
78.5 inches
Height:
68.5 inches
Length:
203.7 inches
Wheelbase:
120.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.4 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
235/65R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
P235/65R17
