The Kia Sedona has a compelling value among minivans, offering convenience, comfort, style and performance at a great price.

The Sedona comes in short wheelbase and long wheelbase models. The short-wheelbase model comes in a base trim while the long wheelbase is available in LX and EX trims. All trims use the same a 3.8-liter V6 that produces 250-hp. All can seat up to seven, but naturally there's less cargo space in the short wheelbase than in the long wheelbase. Standard features for the Sedona include side impact and side curtain airbags, four-wheel disc anti-lock brakes with electronic brake-force distribution, anti-skid system, active front head restraints, and electronic stability system.

The Sedona carries-on for 2010 with minimal changes.

The new Sedona has everything a minivan must: a solid drivetrain, enough optional electronic gadgetry to narcotize the kiddies on trips, side windows that roll down, lots of cup holders, an optional power liftgate, and standard airbags in front and all along the sides. The drivetrain is refined and powerful, the chassis is well-sorted, and there's plenty of room for plenty of stuff. -- Car and Driver

On the upside, even at entry level, nifty touches like power windows in the front and side doors-a feature shared only with the Odyssey-and opening rear-quarter windows (power-activated in an EX) plus standard trizone air-conditioning, power locks/mirrors, and cruise control elevate the Sedona well above the econo category. -- Motor Trend