Honda Odyssey vs Kia Sedona
The Honda Odyssey is more fuel-efficient at 20 MPG combined, against 17 MPG for the Kia Sedona. At EPA assumptions that is about $600 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Honda Odyssey | Kia Sedona | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,046 | 272 |
| Most reported problem | Engine | Brakes |
| Crashes and fires | 25 and 12 | 39 and 14 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 77,000 miles | 16,000 miles |
| Recalls | 8 | 2 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 20 MPG | 17 MPG |
| City and highway | 17 and 26 | 14 and 21 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,350 | $3,950 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,046 complaints for the Honda Odyssey and 272 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 Honda Odyssey, 2 for the Kia Sedona.