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2002 Kia Sedona EX

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The 2002 Kia Sedona EX is a 194-hp V6 with a 5-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $20,995 MSRP and is rated at 16 mpg combined.

It makes 194 horsepower at 5,500 rpm and 219 lb-ft of torque at 3500 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 14 mpg city and 18 mpg highway (16 mpg combined).

The Sedona measures 194.1 inches long on a 114.6-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,709 lb.

Spec	Value
Vehicle
Body Type	Minivan
Powertrain	Gas
Price
MSRP	$20,995 ($37,929 *)
MSRP with Destination	$21,590 ($39,004 *)
Destination Charge	$595
Engine
Engine Type	Sigma G6CU 3.5L DOHC V6, MPI, naturally aspirated
Horsepower	194 hp @ 5,500 rpm
Torque	219 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm
Valvetrain	DOHC, 24-valve
Bore and Stroke	93.0 x 85.8
Injection Type	Multi-point fuel injection
Drivetrain
Drive Type	Front-Wheel Drive
Transmission
Transmission	5-speed automatic
Fuel Economy
City	14 MPG
Highway	18 MPG
Combined	16 MPG
Recommended Fuel	Regular unleaded
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front	15 in
Wheels Rear	15 in
Tires Front	P215/70R15
Tires Rear	P215/70R15
Dimensions & Weight
Length	194.1 in
Width	74.6 in
Height	69.3 in
Wheelbase	114.6 in
Ground Clearance	6.9 in
Cargo Volume	21.8 ft³
Curb Weight	4,709 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front	39.4 in
Headroom Rear	39.2 in
Legroom Front	40.6 in
Legroom Rear	37.2 in
Shoulder Room Front	62.2 in
Shoulder Room Rear	63.1 in
Hip Room Front	58.7 in
Hip Room Rear	58.7 in

* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

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Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall	Not rated
Frontal crash	Not rated
Frontal – driver	★★★★★
Frontal – passenger	★★★★★
Side crash	Not rated
Rollover	Not rated

Tested variant: 2002 Kia Sedona Van

Recalls

3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2002 Kia SEDONA. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Jan 19, 2005 · VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES

ON CERTAIN MINI VANS, DURING ASSEMBLY, THE THROTTLE CABLE WOULD TWIST ITSELF OUT OF POSITION.

Consequence: THIS CAN PERMIT THE CABLE TO BE HUNG UP, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE THROTTLE CABLE FREE OF CHARGE. VEHICLES PRODUCED FROM MARCH 20, 2001 THROUGH NOVEMBER 7, 2001 WILL HAVE A GUIDE CLIP INSTALLED ON THE THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY IN ORDER TO ENSURE THAT THE TENSION FORCE CABLE DOES NOT MOVE OUT OF POSITION. VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BEGINNING ON NOVEMBER 8, 2001, ALREADY HAVE THE EXTENDED GUIDE, WHICH ACCOMPLISHES THE SAME OBJECTIVE. THE RECALL BEGAN MARCH 21, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KIA AT 1-800-333-4542.

NHTSA campaign 05V013000

Apr 3, 2003 · SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, SOME OF THE SECOND AND THIRD ROW SEAT STRIKERS INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLE FLOOR PAN HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY HEAT TREATED AND COULD BREAK IN A CRASH.

Consequence: THIS COULD RESULT IN INJURIES TO OCCUPANTS OF THESE SEATS.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SEAT STRIKERS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN APRIL 25, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT KIA AT 1-800-333-4542

NHTSA campaign 03V135000

Jan 22, 2003 · SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER

CERTAIN MINI VANS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 209, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES." THE SECOND AND THIRD SEAT BELT BUCKLE ANCHOR BOLTS DO NOT COMPLY WITH THE STANDARDS.

Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SEAT BELT BUCKLE ANCHOR BOLTS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN FEBRUARY 24, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT KIA AT 1-800-333-4542.

NHTSA campaign 03V017000

250 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2002 Kia SEDONA

Owner Complaints

250 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2002 Kia SEDONA (20 mention a crash, 22 a fire, 16 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas

Electrical System	63
Seat Belts	33
Engine And Engine Cooling	31
Service Brakes	30
Hydraulic	29
Air Bags	26

A complaint can cite more than one area.

Most recent complaints

Nov 2, 2017 · Electrical System, Seat Belts

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 KIA SEDONA EX. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS AND THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE…”

Aug 21, 2017 · Structure

“THE DOOR HANDLES ARE PLASTIC AND EVENTUALLY BROKE OFF ON THE OUTSIDE SO THAT OPENING THE DOORS -ALL 4- IS TRICKY SINCE ONLY ONE SIDE OF THE HANDLE REMAINS IN PLACE. THE INSIDE DOOR HANDLES HAVE A…”

Aug 9, 2017 · Air Bags Crash 1 injury

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2002 KIA SEDONA EX. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO THE PRECEDING VEHICLE. ALL THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE POLICE ARRIVED AT THE SCENE, BUT A REPORT WAS…”

Mar 17, 2017 · Structure

“DRIVER DOOR WILL NOT OPEN FROM THE INSIDE OR OUTSIDE.”

Dec 4, 2016 · Fuel/Propulsion System

“IT IS NEARLY IMPOSSIBLE TO PUMP GAS INTO THE VAN. THE PUMP KEEPS SHUTTING OFF NO MATTER HOW SLOW I PUMP OR HOW FAR I PUT THE NOZZLE INTO THE TANK.”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2002 KIA SEDONA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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