Dodge Grand Caravan vs Kia Sedona
The Kia Sedona is more fuel-efficient at 21 MPG combined, against 20 MPG for the Dodge Grand Caravan. At EPA assumptions that is about $150 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Dodge Grand Caravan | Kia Sedona | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 355 | 182 |
| Most reported problem | Drivetrain & axles | Engine |
| Crashes and fires | 11 and 3 | 3 and 14 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 72,000 miles | 55,000 miles |
| Recalls | 4 | 3 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 20 MPG | 21 MPG |
| City and highway | 17 and 25 | 18 and 25 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,350 | $3,200 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 355 complaints for the Dodge Grand Caravan and 182 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.
NHTSA's overall safety ratings: 4 stars for the Dodge Grand Caravan, 5 stars for the Kia Sedona.
Safety recalls on file: 4 for the Dodge Grand Caravan, 3 for the Kia Sedona.