“Surprised to find a 3 speed transmission. Needs to be 4 or 5 speed automatic minimum.”
2015 Kia Sedona: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2015 Kia Sedona is a full redesign built on an all-new third-generation platform. The new structure, stronger V6, roomier cabin, and broader trim lineup make this a major change from 2014.
About the 2015 Kia Sedona
3rd generation Sedona (YP), first US model year; complete redesign.
Kia positions the 2015 Sedona as a family minivan for people who want minivan usefulness without the usual anonymous look. The core pitch is flexible seating, generous passenger room, useful cargo solutions, and a quieter, more upscale cabin wrapped in styling Kia says is closer to a crossover. Compared with rivals, the Sedona is meant to stand out through value, a more premium-feeling interior, and features that make daily family driving easier.
Kia positioned the redesigned Sedona as a more polished family vehicle, with the L and LX focused on practicality and the EX adding leather, power doors, and a power liftgate. The SX adds navigation, premium audio, heated and ventilated front seats, and blind-spot monitoring. The SX Limited emphasizes second-row comfort with Nappa leather, lounge seats with footrests, and dual sunroofs.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
Every trim gets a 276-hp 3.3-liter direct-injection V6 paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission, replacing the prior 269-hp V6.
Styling
The exterior is completely redesigned with a more SUV-like shape, while the cabin gets a more upscale dashboard and materials.
Safety
The new SX trim adds blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert. The SX Limited adds front and rear parking sensors, and the LX rearview camera becomes standard rather than optional.
Tech
The redesigned interior adds a standard 60/40 fold-into-the-floor third row. The new SX and SX Limited trims bring an 8-inch navigation touchscreen and Infinity premium audio to the lineup.
Structural
A new chassis, longer wheelbase, and more rigid body create a roomier, quieter foundation for the third-generation Sedona.
2015 Kia Sedona specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V6, 3.3 Liter | V6, 3.3 Liter | V6, 3.3 Liter | V6, 3.3 Liter | V6, 3.3 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive & Sportmatic | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive & Sportmatic | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive & Sportmatic | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive & Sportmatic | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive & Sportmatic |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 18 mpg | 18 mpg | 18 mpg | 18 mpg | 17 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 24 mpg | 24 mpg | 24 mpg | 25 mpg | 22 mpg |
| Horsepower | 276 hp | 276 hp | 276 hp | 276 hp | 276 hp |
| Torque | 248 lb-ft | 248 lb-ft | 248 lb-ft | 248 lb-ft | 248 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 3500 lb | 3500 lb | 3500 lb | 3500 lb | 3500 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 62.1 cu-ft | 62.1 cu-ft | 62.1 cu-ft | 62.1 cu-ft | 62.1 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 34.8 in | 34.8 in | 34.8 in | 34.8 in | 34.8 in |
| Seats | 7 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 7 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Alarm System | |||||
| Automatic Headlights | |||||
| Automatic High Beams | |||||
| Automatic Leveling Headlights | |||||
| Blindspot Sensors | |||||
| Front & Rear Parking Sensors | |||||
| Lane Departure Warning | |||||
| Rear View Camera | |||||
| 360 Camera | |||||
| Alloy Wheels | |||||
| Fog Lights | |||||
| HID Headlights | |||||
| Heated Mirrors | |||||
| LED Tail Lights | |||||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | |||||
| Power Moonroof | |||||
| Power Close Liftgate/Trunk | |||||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | |||||
| Power Sliding Doors | |||||
| Privacy Glass | |||||
| Rear Spoiler | |||||
| Roof Rails | |||||
| Bluetooth | |||||
| Navigation System | |||||
| Satellite Radio | |||||
| Subwoofer | |||||
| USB Ports | |||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | |||||
| Dual Power Front Seats | |||||
| Heated Front Seats | |||||
| Heated Rear Seats | |||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | |||||
| Leather Seats | |||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | |||||
| Lounge Rear Seat | |||||
| Memory Front Seats | |||||
| Power Driver Seat | |||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||||
| Rear Window Shades | |||||
| Remote Start | |||||
| Third Row Seat | |||||
| Tri-Zone Automatic Air Conditioning | |||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | |||||
Frequently asked questions
Was the 2015 Kia Sedona fully redesigned?
Yes. The 2015 Sedona begins the third generation with a new platform, body structure, chassis, exterior design, and interior.
What engine does the redesigned 2015 Kia Sedona use?
Every 2015 Sedona uses a 276-hp 3.3-liter direct-injection V6 with a 6-speed automatic transmission. It replaces the prior model’s 269-hp V6.
Which trims were added to the 2015 Kia Sedona lineup?
The L, SX, and SX Limited trims were added for 2015, expanding the lineup to five trims alongside the returning LX and EX.
How did seating change in the 2015 Kia Sedona?
The redesigned 2015 Sedona has a standard 60/40 split third row that folds into the floor. The LX and EX also move from seven seats in 2014 to eight seats in 2015.
Is the 2015 Kia Sedona a major upgrade over the 2014 model?
Yes. The 2015 model is a complete redesign rather than a minor update, with a new platform, stronger V6, longer wheelbase, more rigid body, redesigned cabin, and expanded trim lineup.
2015 Kia Sedona Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2015 Kia Sedona.
4.3
2015 Kia Sedona
(147 reviews)
“Poorly designed second-row seating that does not fold flat in a mini van. This is a mini van and that should be a primary feature.”
“I really love my minivan it rides great has great seats and room, hands down better than any other minivan”