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2020 Kia Sedona: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2020 Kia Sedona is a quiet carryover mechanically and visually. Its main year-over-year difference is a small equipment reshuffle on the EX, with adaptive cruise control and lane-departure warning moving from standard to optional.
About the 2020 Kia Sedona
3rd generation Sedona (2015-2021), second model year after the 2019 refresh.
Kia marketed the Sedona as a family minivan that gave buyers classic minivan usefulness without looking or feeling as plain as some rivals. The core pitch was roomy seating for seven or eight, flexible cargo space, sliding-door convenience, strong V6 power, and a more premium cabin feel at a value-focused price point. In Kia’s own material, it is the road-trip-friendly family hauler for people who want comfort, space, and useful tech in one package.
The L covers the basics with seven seats, a V6, and a 7-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, while the LX adds eight-passenger seating and power sliding doors. The EX brings leather seats, heated front seats, and wireless phone charging. At the top, the SX has navigation, premium audio, LED headlights, adaptive cruise control, and heated and ventilated front seats.
What changed, by category
Safety
On the EX, adaptive cruise control and lane-departure warning changed from standard to optional. Blind-spot warning and rear cross-traffic warning remained standard.
Styling
Fog lights changed from standard to optional on the EX.
Tech
Push-button start changed from optional to standard on the EX and SX.
2020 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 |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd w/Sportmatic | Automatic, 8-Spd w/Sportmatic | Automatic, 8-Spd w/Sportmatic | Automatic, 8-Spd w/Sportmatic |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 18 mpg | 18 mpg | 18 mpg | 18 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 24 mpg | 24 mpg | 24 mpg | 24 mpg |
| Horsepower | 276 hp | 276 hp | 276 hp | 276 hp |
| Torque | 248 lb-ft | 248 lb-ft | 248 lb-ft | 248 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 3500 lb | 3500 lb | 3500 lb | 3500 lb |
| Rear Legroom | 34.8 in | 34.8 in | 34.8 in | 34.8 in |
| Seats | 7 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||||
| Alarm System | ||||
| Automatic Emergency Braking | ||||
| Automatic Leveling Headlights | ||||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||
| Rear Parking Sensors | ||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||
| 360 Camera | ||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||
| Fog Lights | ||||
| Heated Mirrors | ||||
| LED Headlights | ||||
| 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 | ||||
| Navigation System | ||||
| Rear DVD Entertainment System | ||||
| Satellite Radio | ||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||
| Subwoofer | ||||
| Touch Screen Monitor | ||||
| 115V Power Outlet | ||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||||
| Dual Power Front Seats | ||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||||
| Leather Seats | ||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | ||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | ||||
| 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
Is the 2020 Kia Sedona significantly different from the 2019 model?
No. The 2020 Sedona carries over the same design, 3.3-liter V6, eight-speed automatic transmission, safety setup, and infotainment system. The differences are limited to a few equipment changes on the EX and SX trims.
Did the 2020 Kia Sedona get a new engine or transmission?
No. Every 2020 Sedona retains the 3.3-liter V6 and eight-speed automatic transmission used for 2019.
Are adaptive cruise control and lane-departure warning standard on the 2020 Sedona EX?
No. Both features are optional on the 2020 Sedona EX, while blind-spot warning and rear cross-traffic warning are standard. Equipment can vary on an individual used vehicle, so it is worth checking the specific van.
Does the 2020 Kia Sedona LX have eight-passenger seating?
Yes. The 2020 Sedona LX has seating for eight and power sliding side doors. The base L has seven-passenger seating and manual sliding doors.
What distinguishes the 2020 Kia Sedona SX?
The SX is the most premium 2020 Sedona trim. Its standout features include an 8-inch touchscreen with navigation, Harman Kardon audio, LED headlights, adaptive cruise control, a surround-view camera, and heated and ventilated front seats.
2020 Kia Sedona Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2020 Kia Sedona.
4.1
2020 Kia Sedona
(135 reviews)
“Kia is a brand that my family trusts! We love it! The Sedona is a great family vehicle! Roomy, smooth riding, trustworthy.”
“It handles great in the snow and has a large storage capacity when 3rd row is down.”