DecodedCars2016 Kia Sedona
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2016 models.
- Class
- Minivan - 2WD
- Body styles
- L/LX/Sx 5dr Van FWD, Sxl 5dr Van FWD
- Engines
- 3.3L 6-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 21 combined · 18 city / 25 hwy
- Length
- 201.6 in
- Curb weight
- 4,414–4,689 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 4 campaigns
Overview
The 2016 Kia Sedona is a minivan offered with a 3.3L 6-cyl engine and front-wheel drive.
It measures about 202 inches long and 78 inches wide on a 121-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,414 lb (L/LX/Sx 5dr Van FWD).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 21 MPG combined (18 city / 25 highway), 2% better than the 2016 minivan average of 20.5 MPG, for an estimated $3,200 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 4 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 297 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the engine.
What changed for 2016
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2015 Sedona — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2015; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2015 Sedona →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L/LX/Sx 5dr Van FWD | 201.6 in | 78.3 in | 68.5 in | 120.5 in | 68.5 / 68.9 in | 4,414 lb | 57/43 |
| Sxl 5dr Van FWD | 201.6 in | 78.3 in | 68.5 in | 120.5 in | 68.5 / 68.9 in | 4,689 lb | 57/43 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sedona SX | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 / 25 / 21 | +2% | $3,200 | 433 |
| Sedona | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 / 24 / 20 | -2% | $3,350 | 443 |
| Sedona SXL | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 / 22 / 19 | -7% | $3,550 | 476 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2016 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2016 Kia Sedona.
Similar 2016 minivans
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Kia Sedona (this car) | 21 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2016 Toyota Sienna | 21 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2016 Honda Odyssey | 22 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan | 20 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2016 Chrysler Town and Country | 20 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2016 Nissan Quest | 22 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (4)
Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Lever And Linkage › Column Shift · Aug 10, 2022
NHTSA campaign 22V612000 · 28,065 vehicles
- Problem
- Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016 Sedona and Sorento vehicles. The vehicles may have been manufactured with faulty automatic transmission shift lever assembly components, preventing the shift lever from locking, which can allow the vehicle to rollaway.
- Risk
- A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash and injury.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace the automatic transmission shift lever assembly components, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 7, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC246.
Electrical System › Software · Sep 17, 2021
NHTSA campaign 21V725000 · 88,576 vehicles
- Problem
- Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Sedona vehicles. The Smart Junction Box (SJB) software logic may not properly interpret the signals received from the multifunction switch, which could cause the turn signal to activate in the opposite direction of what the driver intended.
- Risk
- A turn signal activating in the opposite direction of what was intended by the driver increases the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will update the SJB software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 12, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC217.
Electrical System › Wiring · Feb 19, 2019
NHTSA campaign 19V109000 · 94,389 vehicles
- Problem
- Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Sedona vehicles equipped with manually-adjusted front passenger seats. Over time, the Occupant Detection System (ODS) wiring harness located underneath the front passenger seat may break from the seat being occupied.
- Risk
- If a child is in a child seat in the front seat, a broken ODS wiring harness will not prevent the front passenger air bag from deploying in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury to the child.
- Fix
- Kia will notify owners, and dealers will remove the wire harness clip to prevent the wiring harness from breaking. If the harness is found damaged, the front passenger seat cushion will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 19, 2019. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC175.
Structure › Body › Door · May 23, 2018
NHTSA campaign 18V338000 · 106,428 vehicles
- Problem
- Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Kia Sedona vehicles equipped with a power sliding door (PSD). The PSD may not auto-reverse when its closing is obstructed.
- Risk
- If the door closes on an occupant, there is an increased risk of an injury.
- Fix
- Kia will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the PSD module software, free of charge. The recall began on June 18, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC164.
Not every 2016 Kia Sedona is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2016 Kia Sedona buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 4 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Engine — 148 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Electrical System — 43 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Exterior Lighting — 30 owner reports. Check all exterior lights, wipers and the windshield for cracks.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 70,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2016 Kia Sedona. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Sedona years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Sedona | 21 | 201.6 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 10 |
| 2020 Sedona | 21 | 201.6 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 20 |
| 2019 Sedona | 21 | 201.6 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 39 |
| 2018 Sedona | 21 | 201.6 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 49 |
| 2017 Sedona | 21 | 201.6 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 134 |
| 2015 Sedona | 21 | 201.6 in | Not rated | 3 | 140 |
| 2014 Sedona | 20 | 202 in | Not rated | 1 | 37 |
| 2012 Sedona | 21 | 202 in | Not rated | 5 | 86 |
| 2011 Sedona | 21 | 202 in | Not rated | 6 | 52 |
| 2010 Sedona | 19 | 202 in | Not rated | 5 | 22 |
| 2009 Sedona | 18 | 202 in | Not rated | 5 | 19 |
| 2008 Sedona | 18 | 202 in | Not rated | 5 | 73 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Kia. How we calculate this →