Kia Sedona vs Mazda MPV
The Mazda MPV 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
| Kia Sedona | Mazda MPV | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 214 | 141 |
| Most reported problem | Electrical system | Transmission |
| Crashes and fires | 14 and 26 | 15 and 2 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 45,000 miles | 38,000 miles |
| Recalls | 4 | 4 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 16 MPG | 18 MPG |
| City and highway | 14 and 18 | 16 and 23 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $4,200 | $3,700 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 214 complaints for the Kia Sedona and 141 for the Mazda MPV. 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: 4 for the Kia Sedona, 4 for the Mazda MPV.