The 2008 Kia Sedona was named the minivan of choice on GAYOT.com’s annual list of the “Top 10 Best Value Automobiles.”  GAYOT.com highlights its standard features, spacious cabin, functional interior and competitive price as the Sedona’s winning points.

“Sedona garnering a ‘top 10’ award further displays Kia’s dedication to providing consumers, especially families, with top quality vehicles without the premium sticker price,” said Tom Loveless, vice president, sales of Kia Motors America (KMA).

The Sedona is described as a “powerful, roomy and versatile family hauler” by GAYOT.com.  In an extended vehicle review by Gayot.com editors, its 250 horsepower, 3.8L V6 engine is considered far quicker than any minivan should be with the editors adding that despite the minivan’s low starting price, the Sedona is far from being a bare bones model.  The impressive list of standard equipment includes air conditioning with tri-zone controls, cruise control, and an eight-speaker AM/FM/CD audio system as well as safety features such as six standard airbags, anti-lock brakes (ABS), a brake assist system (BAS), a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), electronic stability control (ESC) and a traction control system (TCS).  Such features, coupled with Kia’s comprehensive warranty program, are what brought the Sedona to the top of the Best Value list.