2019 Kia Sedona EX FWD

2019 Kia Sedona EX Minivan 4D OverviewThe 2019 Kia Sedona EX Minivan is the sweet spot in the Sedona lineup, offering significant luxury and convenience features above the base trims without the price tag of the top-end SXL. The 2019 model year was notable as it introduced a major powertrain upgrade and minor styling refresh, making it a highly competitive choice in the segment.Performance and DrivetrainThe 2019 Sedona delivered confident power, making highway merging and hauling a full load feel manageable.Engine: 3.3-liter V6 Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) engine.Horsepower: 276 hp @ 6,000 rpmTorque: 248 lb-ft @ 5,200 rpmTransmission: A major upgrade for 2019 was the replacement of the old 6-speed automatic with a new, smoother, and more efficient 8-speed automatic transmission.Drivetrain: Standard Front-Wheel Drive (FWD).The combination of the powerful V6 and the efficient 8-speed transmission resulted in a smooth, quiet, and capable driving experience that often felt more like an SUV than a traditional minivan.The EX Trim: Key Features and UpgradesThe EX trim elevates the Sedona from a basic people-mover to a genuinely comfortable family hauler by adding several crucial convenience and premium features:Exterior: The EX trim includes Power Sliding Side Doors, which are essential for minivan convenience, and power-folding exterior mirrors. It also features 18-inch alloy wheels and front fog lights.Interior Comfort: Upgrades include leather seat trim (replacing cloth), heated front seats, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, and a push-button start with a smart key.Climate Control: The EX features Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control, allowing the driver, front passenger, and rear passengers to set their own preferred temperatures.Technology: It includes a UV-reducing solar control glass and a standard 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system with support for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.Interior Utility and Passenger ComfortMinivans are judged on practicality, and the Sedona offers a smart solution for cargo management.Seating Configuration: The EX model typically seats 8 passengers (2 front, 3 in the second row, 3 in the third row). An optional 7-passenger configuration with premium second-row Captain's Chairs was also available.Slide-N-Stow: This unique feature allows the second-row seats to slide forward and up against the front seats, offering substantial cargo space without requiring the heavy seats to be physically removed from the vehicle.Cargo Volume: Behind the third row, the Sedona offers about 33.9 cubic feet of cargo room. With the third row stowed into the floor and the second row collapsed via Slide-N-Stow, the total cargo capacity expands to over 142 cubic feet.Design: The Sedona's dashboard and cockpit were intentionally designed to feel more like an SUV than a typical van, with a high center console and clean, modern lines.Safety and Driver AssistanceThe 2019 Sedona EX came standard with a rearview camera and rear parking sensors. Additional safety features often included in packages were:Blind Spot Collision Warning (BCW)Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Warning (RCCW)Parking Distance Warning (PDW)www.ellectramotors.com@Ellectra_MotorsEllectra Motors6600 Jurupa Ave, Ste 215DRiverside, CA 92504Tel & Text: 951.900.1614

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