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MotorTrend Staff, Akierstein
Kia calls the new Sedona minivan a "grand utility vehicle," for whatever that's worth. Kia says the design is "SUV-inspired" because minivans are vehicle non grata these days, and that influence can be seen in a rear three-quarters view that shows a whiff of—of all things—Ford Expedition to the surface interactions, as well as the longer, flatter hood. The latter a visual trick applied variously by minivan makers over the years to give their vans more of a rugged, off-roady vibe, including by General Motors with its 2005-2009 U-platform "Crossover Sport Vans" and, famously (or infamously) by Mazda with the original MPV minivan.
On the '22 Sedona, the headlamps are connected to Kia's "tiger-nose" grille (here stuffed with diamond-pattern mesh) via complex daytime running lights that also strongly define each element. The van's otherwise slabby sides feature a crisp beltline crease that runs from headlamps to taillamps as well as a chrome garnish along the rocker panel. This is in direct contrast to Toyota and its new 2021 Sienna, which is more bulging and organic. Similar to the 2021 Sorento SUV, a chrome sail panel with diamond-pattern detailing is fitted to the C-pillar to add some additional sizzle. Overall, the design seems to build on the sophisticated simplicity of the smash-hit Telluride SUV. Read the full article here
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