hi brian, i have the 2.9 diesel sedonna ( 2005 ) to tow my bailey burgundy ( 1400 kg ), no problems ,tows very well , rear seats can be removed, family loves it best car i have had ,can't wait till its 3 years old so i can part x it for new sedonna which has better torque & better turning circle , not too sure about kia when we were first looking for a new car but very glad we did buy one when you go on site thier are so many kia & all the other owners give you a knowing little nod........hope this helps....pete.