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Kia Sedona I 3.5i V6 (198 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
Kia Sedona:
The Kia Carnival is a minivan manufactured by the Korean automaker Kia since 1998. It is marketed globally under various nameplates, prominently as the Kia Sedona.
The first-generation Carnival was introduced in January 1998, and was marketed in a single, short wheelbase version. Second-generation models were marketed in short and long wheelbase variants. A rebadged variant of the second generation was offered in North America as the Hyundai Entourage. Beginning in 2010, the second-generation model received updated equipment, including Kia's corporate Tiger Nose grille, as introduced by its then new design chief, Peter Schreyer. Kia introduced its third-generation minivan in 2014, solely in a long wheelbase format. The fourth generation was introduced in 2020, when Kia also began using the Carnival nameplate worldwide....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Overview:
Kia Sedona (I). With 296 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2136 kg, it’s on the heavier side. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.5 s). The top speed reaches 176 km/h. A spacious vehicle designed to transport passengers comfortably, often with sliding doors. With seating for 7, it’s perfect for larger families.
The Kia Sedona (Carnival) received a 3-star adult occupant rating from Euro NCAP in 2003, which was an average performance for its class at the time, indicating room for improvement in occupant protection.
3.5i V6 (198 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 3.5L V6 provides adequate power for highway cruising and hauling a family, but acceleration is notably sluggish, especially when fully loaded.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption is a significant drawback, with combined figures indicating high running costs, particularly in urban driving conditions.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Very spacious and practical interior for families
- • Comfortable ride quality, especially on longer journeys
- • Generally good value for money on the used market
- • Decent V6 power for its class, suitable for highway driving
Cons:
- • Poor fuel economy, leading to high running costs
- • Sluggish acceleration, impacting overall driving dynamics
- • Dated interior design and materials compared to rivals
- • Average safety rating for its era
- • Some reliability concerns with older models and components
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Kia |
| Model: | Sedona |
| Generation: | I |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.5i V6 (198 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2002 |
| End of production: | 2005 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Minivan |
| Seats: | 7 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 198 Hp @ 5500 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 56.6 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 296 Nm @ 3500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Sigma / G6CU |
| Engine displacement: | 3497 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.3 l |
| Coolant: | 8.2 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 93 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 85.8 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 15.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 11.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 13.8 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 176 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.8 kg/Hp, 92.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.2 kg/Nm, 138.6 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2136 |
| Max. weight: | 2674 |
| Max load: | 538 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 3610 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 617 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 75 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4930 mm mm |
| Width: | 1895 mm mm |
| Height: | 1760 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2910 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1635 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1610 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 170 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.6 m |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 215/70 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 15 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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