2001 Kia Sedona EX review from North America
"Dealer has made it a very very good deal!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Tie Rod end (defective; replaced free)
Windshield (cracked; replaced free)
Radio/CD (shorted; replaced free)
Idler Pulley (defective; replaced free)
Rear Upholstery (split; replaced free)
Hood (paint defect; replaced free)
General comments?
Despite some first-model-year quality issues, and the known low gas mileage (due to the heavy weight), we have enjoyed this vehicle. We knew the gas mileage estimate (20mpg), but computed that the lower vehicle price well offset that. And it did.
We love the vehicle looks and appearance, both outside and in. Looks, feels and rides "beefy", yet cushy. Turns like a truck, but that's what it is, so that's OK.
We very much like the wood grain accents.
What I must say is that our Dealer has been EXCELLENT and Gracious!!! I read that other dealers have stonewalled folks re all the known problems (see above), but our Dealer has been absolutely wonderful, apologetic, and has fixed and replaced everything for FREE! I highly applaud and recommend HEART KIA in Poughkeepsie, NY!
Recommended Reviews:
  | A load of crap |
| Started off good, gone downhill in a big way |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 2002 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.4 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 45000 miles |
| Previous car | Kia Pontiac Montana |
| Date of Entry | 21st March, 2006 |