Dodge Grand Caravan vs Kia Sedona
The Dodge Grand Caravan is more fuel-efficient at 20 MPG combined, against 19 MPG for the Kia Sedona. At EPA assumptions that is about $200 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Dodge Grand Caravan | Kia Sedona | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,312 | 49 |
| Most reported problem | Electrical system | Brakes |
| Crashes and fires | 34 and 21 | 7 and 5 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 79,000 miles | 75,000 miles |
| Recalls | 6 | 5 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 20 MPG | 19 MPG |
| City and highway | 17 and 25 | 17 and 23 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,350 | $3,550 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,312 complaints for the Dodge Grand Caravan and 49 for the Kia Sedona. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
Safety recalls on file: 6 for the Dodge Grand Caravan, 5 for the Kia Sedona.