Ford Windstar vs Kia Sedona
The Ford Windstar is more fuel-efficient at 18 MPG combined, against 16 MPG for the Kia Sedona. At EPA assumptions that is about $500 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford Windstar | Kia Sedona | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,928 | 328 |
| Most reported problem | Brakes | Electrical system |
| Crashes and fires | 72 and 73 | 26 and 25 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 101,000 miles | 47,000 miles |
| Recalls | 8 | 3 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 18 MPG | 16 MPG |
| City and highway | 16 and 21 | 14 and 18 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,700 | $4,200 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,928 complaints for the Ford Windstar and 328 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: 8 for the Ford Windstar, 3 for the Kia Sedona.