2017 Kia Sedona — Full Specifications
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The 2017 Kia Sedona is a van/minivan powered by a 3.3L 6-cyl regular gasoline engine. It returns around 24 mpg (UK) / 20 mpg (US EPA) combined. Owners often keep a Kia Sedona workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Compared with the 2016 Kia Sedona: Fuel economy is essentially unchanged at around 24 mpg (UK) combined. The engine line-up listed by EPA is unchanged. It carries the same 5★ overall NHTSA rating.
Full Specifications
| Engine | 3.3L 6-cyl |
|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic (S6) |
| Fuel Type | Regular Gasoline |
| Powertrain | Conventional |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Body Style | Van/Minivan |
| Fuel Economy (UK) | 24 combined / 22 urban / 29 extra-urban mpg |
| Fuel Economy (US EPA) | 20 combined / 18 city / 24 highway mpg |
| CO₂ Emissions | 275 g/km |
| EPA Greenhouse Gas Score | 4 / 10 (10 = lowest emissions) |
| EPA Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $3,350 (15,000 mi/yr, US prices) |
Engine & Transmission Options
EPA lists 1 configuration for the 2017 Kia Sedona, all with the 3.3L 6-cyl engine. The headline figures at the top of this page describe the most fuel-efficient configuration.
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG (UK) | MPG (US) | CO₂ g/km | Fuel cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 24 | 20 (18/24) | 275 | $3,350 |
MPG (US) shows combined, with city/highway in brackets. Highlighted row = the configuration used for the headline figures. Source: US EPA fueleconomy.gov.
Owner Essentials for the 2017 Kia Sedona
Running Costs: 2017 Kia Sedona
Covering around 8,000 miles a year in a 2017 Kia Sedona at 24 mpg combined, expect roughly 1,515 litres of fuel annually — multiply by your local price per litre for a cost estimate. For US owners, the EPA estimates about $3,350 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration (15,000 miles, national average prices). Work out exact fuel costs with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.
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2017 Kia Sedona Safety Ratings (NHTSA)
Recalls & Owner Complaints (NHTSA)
NHTSA lists 4 safety recall campaigns that include the 2017 Kia Sedona (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Air bags (1), Exterior lighting (1), Electrical system (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
- Air bags — campaign 22V031000, reported 25 January 2022. Risk: Air bags that do not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
- Exterior lighting — campaign 21V725000, reported 17 September 2021. Risk: A turn signal activating in the opposite direction of what was intended by the driver increases the risk of a crash.
- Electrical system — campaign 19V109000, reported 19 February 2019. Risk: If a child is in a child seat in the front seat, a broken ODS wiring harness will not prevent the front passenger air bag from deploying in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury to the child.
- Structure — campaign 18V338000, reported 23 May 2018. Risk: If the door closes on an occupant, there is an increased risk of an injury.
Owners have filed 134 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Kia Sedona. The most-reported areas are Engine (60), Unspecified (27), Electrical system (23). Complaints include 2 reported crashes, 3 reported fires, 11 reported injuries. That is well above the median of 48 complaints across the 11 Kia Sedona model years in our data.
Used-buyer checklist for the 2017 Kia Sedona
Based on where NHTSA recalls and owner complaints cluster for this model year, these are the areas worth checking before you buy:
- Engine (60 owner complaints) — Listen for unusual noise on a cold start, check for warning lights and ask for the service records.
- Electrical system (1 recall campaign · 23 owner complaints) — Test every switch, window, light and warning lamp on a test drive, and ask about battery or alternator replacements.
- Body structure (1 recall campaign · 15 owner complaints) — Inspect for corrosion and for subframe or body-panel damage, especially underneath.
- Air bags (1 recall campaign) — Confirm any air bag inflator or module recalls were completed — enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: US NHTSA recall and consumer-complaint databases, retrieved 6 October 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects. Check any vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, and see our guide to checking a used car for recalls.
How It Compares
How does the Kia Sedona compare to similar van/minivans? Van/Minivans in our database average around 24 mpg (UK) combined — this model sits close to that average, within 0 mpg. Its 275 g/km CO₂ figure is 17 g/km lower than the 292 g/km average for van/minivans on this site. This comparison is based on 157 van/minivans in our dataset.
Kia models in our database average about 34 mpg (UK) combined on their most efficient configuration; the 2017 Kia Sedona's 24 mpg is 10 mpg below that make average. Its 275 g/km CO₂ figure is 68 g/km higher than the 207 g/km Kia average.
Of the 11 Kia Sedona model years we cover, the 2017 ranks 6th for combined fuel economy on its best configuration (24 mpg UK combined, against a high of 25 mpg). See every Kia Sedona year side by side.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What engine does the 2017 Kia Sedona have?
It's fitted with a 3.3L 6-cyl regular gasoline engine, paired with a automatic (s6) transmission.
What is the fuel economy of the 2017 Kia Sedona?
The most efficient configuration returns around 24 mpg (UK) combined, or 20 mpg on the US EPA cycle.
How much does the 2017 Kia Sedona cost to fuel per year?
The US EPA estimates about $3,350 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration, based on 15,000 miles of mixed driving and national average fuel prices. Your own cost will depend on mileage and local prices.
Does the 2017 Kia Sedona have a good safety rating?
It holds an overall NHTSA rating of 5 stars, with 5 stars for frontal crash protection.
Does the 2017 Kia Sedona have any recalls?
NHTSA lists 4 safety recall campaigns that include the 2017 Kia Sedona (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Air bags (1), Exterior lighting (1), Electrical system (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
What are the most common problems reported for the 2017 Kia Sedona?
Among the 134 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are Engine (60 complaints), Unspecified (27 complaints), Electrical system (23 complaints). Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects, and raw counts rise with how many cars were sold.
Is the Kia Sedona's fuel economy good for a van/minivan?
It returns around 24 mpg (UK) combined, against a same-body-style average of roughly 24 mpg among the van/minivans we track.