Kia Sorento
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The 2012 Kia Sorento SUV adds an optional gasoline direct-injection (GDI) 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine to the lineup earning top marks for horsepower and fuel economy. Also new this year is the addition of YES essentials fabric that provides anti-bacterial, anti-soil and anti-static properties. Last year's base-model Sorento and manual transmission are dropped for 2012.
The Sorento LX receives a new 3.3-liter V6 engine good for 242 horsepower and 228 pound-feet of torque. A 3.8-liter V6 remains standard on the EX trim level.
The Sorento has a new, all-aluminum V6 engine good for 262 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque. The Sorento's interior receives revised gauge faces and center console, new wood trim appliques, active headrests and steering wheel-mounted audio controls.
Styled and sized like a modern crossover, Kia's mid-size Sorento SUV retains the rugged body-on-frame construction preferred by off-road enthusiasts and those who need to tow heavy trailers. The Sorento's five-passenger cabin has the look and feel of an upscale SUV, making it as equally adept at shuttling business clients as it is the kids and family dog. Of course, the Sorento's long list of standard features, impressively powerful V6 engine and easy-to-swallow low sticker price are also a big draw, as is Kia's 10-year/100,000 mile powertrain warranty. Safety is another area where the Sorento shines, with a five-star government crash-test safety rating, full-length side-curtain airbags, electronic stability control and traction control, all included as standard equipment.
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Great vehicle
By Mert (IL) on Sunday, September 18, 2011
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 8,250
overall rating 10 of 10rating detailsReviewer Ratings
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Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10
"We bought our 2011 4 cyl. Kia Sorento last December. I read reviews about the mileage being a few gallons under the quoted mpg, but we have found that after the initial break-in of 3 months, driving 60-62 mph(our 2 lane highways are 55 mph) we get 30 mpg, and 67-69 mph on interstate yields the predicted 28 mpg. Drive faster and it'll be slightly lower; it's all in how fast you drive. City driving says only 13 mpg, but I think that's inaccurate because I can drive forever on a tank of gas. We traded a GMC Envoy for the Sorento, so my only real "complaint" is that the seats aren't as comfortable as my Envoy on long rides. I prefer cloth seats, so the Sorento heated cloth seats are a bonus for our very cold midwestern winters. The 4 cyl is just as good as our V6 was. I'm very happy with the zip in this vehicle. We have the 3rd row seating, although we usually have the back row down for storage. Still, it's nice to have the extra seating when we need it. The only other issue is with the Blue Tooth. Sometimes it rings phantom incoming calls and my voice name recognition won't work, but then I have a cheap cell phone. It all seems to work ok with my husband's phone. Overall, we are very happy with our Sorento and will trade for another when the time comes."
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Good MPG, smooth driving
By Tory83 (OR) on Friday, March 30, 2012
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 5,000
overall rating 9 of 10rating detailsReviewer Ratings
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Pros: "Mileage, price, features, design, noise insulation"
Cons: "Rear wiper buttons are at weird spot."
Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10
"MPG is pretty impressive - I get around 24, mostly driving in city. Road noise is not pronounced, car tends to drive pretty smoothly. Fair amount of features."
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Excellent Quality CUV
By Stan of PA (PA) on Tuesday, October 11, 2011
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 22,500
overall rating 10 of 10rating detailsReviewer Ratings
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Pros: "Plenty of power,steerring response, quality,MPG"
Cons: "Can't dim Nav system screen"
Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10
"I have owned this Kia for 18 months and it has been flawless as of this writing. I have the 6 cyl EX version and I have gotten 26 MPG on long trips and around 20 around town. I have not had any problems at all and the KIA dealer has been right there for me with any service and the two very minor recalls. (light bulbs replaced and a wiring harness was replaced) neither caused me any problems before being replaced. The interior is high quality and beautiful to the eye. Gauges are nice and clear and bright white. This is my second Sorento (other was a 2003) and I would highly recommend a Sorento to anybody. Before I purchased the Sorento I looked at a Dodge Journey, Jeep Liberty and ford Escape, The Sorento was far better in quality and looks then all of those. Plus you get the top of the line warranty 10 years or 100K. It is a great vehicle. I would buy it again in a heartbeat."
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