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Minivan's New Engine and Transmission Offer Increased Power and Fuel Economy
Sedona continues to offer an extensive list of comfort and convenience features
2011 Kia minivan offers an abundance of safety features
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Available in LX and EX trim levels, pricing for the functional minivan begins at $24,5954 for the base trim, offering standard convenience features, including air conditioning, SIRIUS Satellite Radio capabilities with three months complimentary service5,[url=http://www.p90x-workout.us@#$%&/]p90x diet[/url], MP3 connectivity and Bluetooth wireless technology and steering wheel mounted audio controls.
Abundance of Standard Safety Features
An eight time recipient of a five star crash rating from the NHTSA for each seating position and a "Top Safety Pick" by IIHS for four years, Sedona offers consumers invaluable protection provided by an extensive list of standard safety features on the 2011 model, including six standard airbags (dual advanced front and front seat mounted side air bags, and full length side curtain air bags for all three seating rows), active front headrests, a four channel, four sensor, Antilock Brake System (ABS) with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), which takes into account vehicle load and weight distribution and ensures the appropriate stopping force is used. The EBD adapts to individual wheel grip conditions, to help improve both control and stability. Additional standard safety equipment for Sedona includes a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) while Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and a Traction Control System (TCS) ensure a smoother and safer ride.
In conjunction with the ABS, the TCS uses brake and engine torque intervention to enhance traction during launch and acceleration on road surfaces. If the ABS system detects wheel slip, it signals the engine control unit to adjust engine torque output accordingly. TCS also senses when one or more wheels spin faster than the vehicle's speed, and if this condition is present it applies the brakes to that wheel or wheels. Working together, the two systems limit wheel spin and help the driver maintain control.
Working with the standard ABS with EBD and TCS, the ESC system can apply individual brakes selectively to help control oversteer and understeer as needed to help the driver maintain control on slippery surfaces or during certain emergency maneuvers. Being able to control any or all of the brakes allows the ESC system to provide responsiveness, control and enhanced accident avoidance capabilities to help the driver, although ESC is not a substitute for safe driving procedures.
Sedona's all new 3.5 liter V6 engine is standard on all models and produces up to an impressive 271 horsepower and 248 pound feet of torque while offering improved fuel economy of 18/25 mpg city/highway. Sedona also features a new six speed automatic transmission with Sportmatic clutchless shifting. The new transmission is standard for both LX and EX trims.
Sedona's four wheel independent suspension system is comprised of MacPherson struts with coil springs and a stabilizer bar in the front, while the rear uses a multi link design with coil springs and a stabilizer bar.
Stopping power comes from a power assisted four wheel disc braking system with large diameter vented front disc brakes (11.7 inches) and solid rear disc brakes (11.9 inches). Sedona models come standard with 16 inch steel wheels and 225/70R16 tires on LX models, with optional 16 inch alloy wheels, and 17 inch alloy wheels fitted to 235/60R17 tires are standard for EX models.
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