Model Year | 2008 | 2023 | |
Model | Kia Sedona | Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS | |
Engine | 3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6000 253 lb-ft@3500 |
turbocharged 4.0L V8 Hybrid DOHC-4v 550 hp@6000 538 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.9 in | 123.4 in | -4.5 in |
Length | 202.0 in | 204.9 in | -2.9 in |
Width | 78.3 in | 79.9 in | -1.6 in |
Height | 69.3 in | 72.4 in | -3.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4387 lb. | 6085 lb. | -1698 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 23.8 gal. | -2.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 42.5 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.2 in | 59.3 in | 3.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.2 in | 0.0 in | 59.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 40.3 in | 1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 40.2 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 65.3 in | 56.1 in | 9.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 65.9 in | 0.0 in | 65.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.9 in | 43.4 in | -2.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.3 in | 0.0 in | 38.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 60.5 in | 0.0 in | 60.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 50.1 in | 0.0 in | 50.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 34.0 in | 0.0 in | 34 in |
Total Legroom | 116.6 in (over 3 rows) | 83.7 in (over 2 rows) | 32.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.2 ft3 | 18.4 ft3 | 13.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 80.1 ft3 | 18.4 | 61.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 141.5 ft3 | 18.4 ft3 | 123.1 ft3 |
2008 Kia Sedona Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Great second row. Not so convinced by third row comfort. see full Kia Sedona review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Besides price, it was the rear seats/trunk area that sold me. see full Kia Sedona review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Fits handicapped son. see full Kia Sedona review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Room and comfort compared to the Sonata see full Kia Sedona review |
2008 Kia Sedona Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The only thing that I would change is the fold down tray that sits between the front seats. (It is removable but I havent done that yey) see full Kia Sedona review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very uncomfortable getting to the 3rd row seats see full Kia Sedona review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS.