Honda Odyssey vs Kia Sedona
The Honda Odyssey is more fuel-efficient at 19 MPG combined, against 16 MPG for the Kia Sedona. At EPA assumptions that is about $650 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Honda Odyssey | Kia Sedona | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,095 | 214 |
| Most reported problem | Transmission | Electrical system |
| Crashes and fires | 63 and 14 | 14 and 26 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 103,000 miles | 45,000 miles |
| Recalls | 15 | 4 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 19 MPG | 16 MPG |
| City and highway | 16 and 23 | 14 and 18 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,550 | $4,200 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,095 complaints for the Honda Odyssey and 214 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: 15 for the Honda Odyssey, 4 for the Kia Sedona.