2006 BEST CARS - BEST NEW CARS

Kia Sedona LX
Minivans
(3.8L, 6 cyl.; 244 hp)

MSRP: $21,648 (estimated)
Kelley Blue Book Value: NA
Service cost (5 yr): $2,344
Insurance cost (1 yr): $1,127
Resale % (3 yr/5 yr): 55/38
MPG: 17 city, 25 hwy
Annual fuel cost: $2,236
Wheelbase: 119 in.
Cargo space: 71 cu. ft
Length/width: 202/78 in.
Legroom front/rear: 42/41 in
Transmission: Automatic standard

The Sedona gets bigger in 2006 with a wider wheelbase, more interior room, a new 3.8-liter engine and a boost in horsepower -- yet, it’s lighter and more fuel efficient than in years past.