Model Year | 2007 | 2008 | |
Model | Kia Sedona | Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Engine | 3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6000 253 lb-ft@3500 |
2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5000 170 lb-ft@3750 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.8 in | 98.7 in | 15.1 in |
Length | 189.4 in | 161.1 in | 28.3 in |
Width | 78.1 in | 67.9 in | 10.2 in |
Height | 69.3 in | 59.0 in | 10.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4365 lb. | 2884 lb. | 1481 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 6.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 38.2 in | 2.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.2 in | 52.8 in | 10.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.2 in | 0.0 in | 59.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 39.4 in | 2.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 36.7 in | 3.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 65.3 in | 49.3 in | 16 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 65.8 in | 0.0 in | 65.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 33.5 in | 3.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 36.4 in | 0.0 in | 36.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.2 in | 0.0 in | 57.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 49.3 in | 0.0 in | 49.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.9 in | 0.0 in | 33.9 in |
Total Legroom | 112.6 in (over 3 rows) | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 39.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.9 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 0.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 61.8 ft3 | 12.0 | 49.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 121.3 ft3 | 27.2 ft3 | 94.1 ft3 |
2007 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 |
2007 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 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle.