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The '''[[Kia]] Sorento''' is a mid-size SUV.  It was first launched in 2003, launched alongside competitors [[Nissan Murano]] and [[Honda Pilot]].  Sales of the Sorento have been strong, becoming Kia's best-selling model in the United States.
The '''[[Kia]] Sorento''' is a mid-size SUV.  It was first launched in 2003, launched alongside competitors [[Nissan Murano]] and [[Honda Pilot]].  Sales of the Sorento have been strong, becoming Kia's best-selling model in the United States.


It has two transmission options: a 5-speed [[manual transmission|manual]] or 4/5-speed [[automatic transmission]] (pre-2005 models have a 4 speed [[Automatic transmission|automatic]], whilst 2005 Sorentos come with a 5 speed tip-tronic style [[Automatic transmission|automatic]] transmission).  Sorentos are equipped with a Hyundai-manufactured 3.5L 24-valve [[Overhead Camshafts|DOHC]] [[V6|V6]] producing 192 [[HP|Horsepower]] at 5500 rpm, producing 217 ft·lbf of torque @ 3,000 rpm.  The Sorento is very capable off-road, with an [[Automatic transmission|automatic]] 4-wheel drive system featuring low range gearing.  A sport package is available for the LX base model which adds a 5 speed manual transmission, fog lamps, alloy wheels, step bars, a leather wrapped steering wheel, a roof rack and remote keyless entry.  All American Sorentos also come with dual front airbags and dual side-curtain airbags in the front and rear.  The [[Four Wheel Drive|4x4]] system is a shift-on-the-fly nob located usually on the lower panel to the left of the steering column.  Three modes available are Two-Wheel Drive, Four-High, and Four-Low.  On-dash indicators show when the Four Wheel Drive System is active.  
See Wikicars' comprehensive '''[[Kia Sorento Review]]'''.
 
===Recent Changes===
 
 
===Styles and Major Options===
 
 
===Pricing===
Today's actual prices for the [[Kia]] Sorento can be found at [http://www.carsdirect.com/kia/sorento/prices CarsDirect].
 
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===Gas Mileage===
As seen on the [http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/findacar.htm FuelEconomy.gov] website, the City/Highway MPG averages are as follows:
 
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===Reliability===
 
 
===Safety===
 
 
===Photos===
 
 
===Colors===
 
 
===Main Competitors===
 
==Hybrid Models==
 
 
 
==Unique Attributes==
 
==Resale Values==
 
==Criticisms==
 
 
==Current Generation: (2003–Present)==
The Sorento has two transmission options: a 5-speed [[manual transmission|manual]] or 4/5-speed [[automatic transmission]] (pre-2005 models have a 4 speed [[Automatic transmission|automatic]], whilst 2005 Sorentos come with a 5 speed tip-tronic style [[Automatic transmission|automatic]] transmission).  Sorentos are equipped with a Hyundai-manufactured 3.5L 24-valve [[Overhead Camshafts|DOHC]] [[V6|V6]] producing 192 [[HP|Horsepower]] at 5500 rpm, producing 217 ft·lbf of torque @ 3,000 rpm.  The Sorento is very capable off-road, with an [[Automatic transmission|automatic]] 4-wheel drive system featuring low range gearing.  A sport package is available for the LX base model which adds a 5 speed manual transmission, fog lamps, alloy wheels, step bars, a leather wrapped steering wheel, a roof rack and remote keyless entry.  All American Sorentos also come with dual front airbags and dual side-curtain airbags in the front and rear.  The [[Four Wheel Drive|4x4]] system is a shift-on-the-fly nob located usually on the lower panel to the left of the steering column.  Three modes available are Two-Wheel Drive, Four-High, and Four-Low.  On-dash indicators show when the Four Wheel Drive System is active.  


Common features of the Sorento family are 4 wheel [[4-wheel disc brakes|disc brakes]] (standard on all models) Optional [[Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)|ABS]] Braking System, and a 21.1-gallon fuel tank.  Also standard is a battery saving feature which prevents wearing out the battery by leaving your headlights turned on (a shutoff engages when the key is removed from the ignition, even if the lights were left turned on).  The chassis of the vehicle is also based on a ladder frame design which is more often used in building trucks.  This lends a rigidity to the Sorento that other vehicles in its class lack, even at the same price point.  (See Also: unibody)  
Common features of the Sorento family are 4 wheel [[4-wheel disc brakes|disc brakes]] (standard on all models) Optional [[Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)|ABS]] Braking System, and a 21.1-gallon fuel tank.  Also standard is a battery saving feature which prevents wearing out the battery by leaving your headlights turned on (a shutoff engages when the key is removed from the ignition, even if the lights were left turned on).  The chassis of the vehicle is also based on a ladder frame design which is more often used in building trucks.  This lends a rigidity to the Sorento that other vehicles in its class lack, even at the same price point.  (See Also: unibody)  
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== Future ==
=== Future Generations ===
The Kia Sorento will be redesigned for the 2008 model year, and it is possible it might be a rebadged [[Hyundai Santa Fe]] on the [[Hyundai Sonata|Sonata]] platform.
 
 
===First Generation/Origins===
 
 
==Worldwide==
 
 
==Design quirks and oddities==
 
 
==Awards==
 
 
==See also==


The Kia Sorento will be redesigned for the 2008 model year, and it is possible it might be a rebadged [[Hyundai Santa Fe]] on the [[Hyundai Sonata|Sonata]] platform.


== References ==
== References ==
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*[http://www.kia-forums.com/f17-kia-sorento-forum.htm Kia Sorento Forum]
*[http://www.kia-forums.com/f17-kia-sorento-forum.htm Kia Sorento Forum]
*[http://www.sorentosite.com Sorentosite.com - The Kia Sorento Community]
*[http://www.sorentosite.com Sorentosite.com - The Kia Sorento Community]




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This page uses content from Wikipedia; see [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kia_Sorento Kia Sorento], which includes these [http://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Kia_Sorento&action=history contributors].
This page uses content from Wikipedia; see [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kia_Sorento Kia Sorento], which includes these [http://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Kia_Sorento&action=history contributors].


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The Kia Sorento is a mid-size SUV. It was first launched in 2003, launched alongside competitors Nissan Murano and Honda Pilot. Sales of the Sorento have been strong, becoming Kia's best-selling model in the United States.

See Wikicars' comprehensive Kia Sorento Review.

Recent Changes

Styles and Major Options

Pricing

Today's actual prices for the Kia Sorento can be found at CarsDirect.

Sorento Trims

Trim1

Trim2

Trim3

Trim4

MSRP

$Price1

$Price2

$Price3

$Price4

Invoice

$Price1

$Price2

$Price3

$Price4

Gas Mileage

As seen on the FuelEconomy.gov website, the City/Highway MPG averages are as follows:

Trim

Trim1

Trim2

Trim3

Trim4

MPG

c/h

c/h

c/h

c/h

Reliability

Safety

Photos

Colors

Main Competitors

Hybrid Models

Unique Attributes

Resale Values

Criticisms

Current Generation: (2003–Present)

The Sorento has two transmission options: a 5-speed manual or 4/5-speed automatic transmission (pre-2005 models have a 4 speed automatic, whilst 2005 Sorentos come with a 5 speed tip-tronic style automatic transmission). Sorentos are equipped with a Hyundai-manufactured 3.5L 24-valve DOHC V6 producing 192 Horsepower at 5500 rpm, producing 217 ft·lbf of torque @ 3,000 rpm. The Sorento is very capable off-road, with an automatic 4-wheel drive system featuring low range gearing. A sport package is available for the LX base model which adds a 5 speed manual transmission, fog lamps, alloy wheels, step bars, a leather wrapped steering wheel, a roof rack and remote keyless entry. All American Sorentos also come with dual front airbags and dual side-curtain airbags in the front and rear. The 4x4 system is a shift-on-the-fly nob located usually on the lower panel to the left of the steering column. Three modes available are Two-Wheel Drive, Four-High, and Four-Low. On-dash indicators show when the Four Wheel Drive System is active.

Common features of the Sorento family are 4 wheel disc brakes (standard on all models) Optional ABS Braking System, and a 21.1-gallon fuel tank. Also standard is a battery saving feature which prevents wearing out the battery by leaving your headlights turned on (a shutoff engages when the key is removed from the ignition, even if the lights were left turned on). The chassis of the vehicle is also based on a ladder frame design which is more often used in building trucks. This lends a rigidity to the Sorento that other vehicles in its class lack, even at the same price point. (See Also: unibody)

Dimensions information from the Kia Motors Website:

DIMENSIONS LX and EX
Wheelbase 106.7 in.
Track, front / rear 62.2
Length 179.8 in.
Width 73.3 in. (LX)
74.2 in. (EX)
Height 68.1 in. (LX)
71.3 in. (EX)
Ground clearance 8.2 in.
Approach angle 28.4 degrees
Departure angle 26.7 degrees
Head room (front/rear) 39.7/39.5 in.
38.3/38 in. (sunroof)
Shoulder room (front/rear) 58.9/58.4 in.
Leg room (front/rear) 42.6/36.1 in.
Hip room (front/rear) 55.3/58 in.
SAE volume, interior 138.4 cu. ft.
SAE volume, front seat 57.6 cu. ft.
SAE volume, rear seat 49.4 cu. ft.
SAE volume, cargo 31.4 cu. ft.
SAE volume, rear seat folded down 66.4 cu. ft.

Future Generations

The Kia Sorento will be redesigned for the 2008 model year, and it is possible it might be a rebadged Hyundai Santa Fe on the Sonata platform.


First Generation/Origins

Worldwide

Design quirks and oddities

Awards

See also

References

External links



This page uses content from Wikipedia; see Kia Sorento, which includes these contributors.

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