The all-new Carnival MPV (Sedona) has not only earned the highest possible safety rating -- five stars -- for all seating positions in the latest frontal and side impact crash tests by the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), but It has also been awarded Gold Top Safety Pick for its impressive performance with top ratings in frontal, side and rear impact crash tests by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) in the U.S.
“We are extremely pleased with the all-new Sedona’s performance and resulting with these awards,” said General Manager of KIA Motors Jordan, Nihad Zacharia, adding “These recognitions are further proof of Kia’s commitment to building high quality vehicles with unique high levels of safety standards and convenience features.”
Completely redesigned for the 2006 model year, the all-new Carnival builds upon a commitment to safety that was established with the first generation MPV, which earned the company’s first five star crash rating when it debuted in 2002. Safety components include airbags, front active headrests, ABS with electronic brake force distribution (EBD).
With attention to every detail, Kia realizes that part of security comes from the feeling of comfort. Fold-in-the-floor third row seating, three separate climate zones covering all three rows and rear lift gate were designed to reinforce Carnival’s established position as a safety and value leader in the highly competitive MPV market.
Kia’s dedication to features such as security and safety standards serve only to place the Carnival Sedona as an ideal family car; a vehicle that will allow parents driving their children more comfort and secure.
About KIA Motors Corporation:
One of the fastest growing automakers in the world -- was founded in 1944 and is Korea’s oldest manufacturer of motor vehicles. As part of the Hyundai-Kia Automotive Group, Kia aims to become one of the world’s premier automotive brands. Kia’s 16 manufacturing and assembly operations in 12 countries produce more than 1.1 million vehicles a year that are sold and serviced through a network of distributors and dealers covering 155 countries. Kia today has over 32,000 employees and annual revenues of $14 billion. It is the major sponsor of the Australian Tennis Open and an official worldwide sponsor of the Davis Cup. Kia Motors Corporation’s brand slogan -- “The Power to Surprise” -- represents the company’s global commitment to surpassing customer expectations through continuous automotive innovation.
