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KIA Sorento 2002-2006 Photos, engines & full specs

Body style: SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle)
Segment: Medium SUV
Production years: 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006

KIA Sorento 2002-2006 23 Photos
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Kia stepped up its game and entered the mid-sized SUV market with the Sorento in 2002, a vehicle sold worldwide under the same nameplate.

The Korean carmaker was not new to the world of body-on-frame 4x4 vehicles. It already had the first generation of the Sportage. In its history, several other vehicles followed the same construction. However, after its marriage with Hyundai in 1997, the company was upgraded, and the results followed. The Sorento was one of the most important vehicles in the carmaker's lineup and showed the world that it could produce good quality, affordable SUVs.

Born in the middle of the new-edge design trend, the Sorento sported a front fascia dominated by curved lines and sharp angles, especially on the headlights. Moreover, to emphasize its off-road capability, the car featured a gray, unpainted lower bumper area, depending on the trim level. From its sides, the greenhouse offered a profile similar to a station wagon, just higher. In addition, the curved tailgate was extended all the way to the bumper to ease up the loading and unloading.

Inside, the high seating position was appropriate for an SUV. Even though the materials used were average, the layout was clean and logical. On the center stack, Kia installed the audio system on top, which was easy to reach by the driver. Moreover, there were controls on the steering wheel. At the back, there was room enough for three passengers.

Kia installed a front independent suspension on the Sorento that enhanced comfort, while the back was supported by a live axle. Power went to the rear or in all corners via a two-speed transfer case activated by a rotary knob on the dashboard. Depending on the market, the carmaker installed a 2.5-liter turbo-diesel engine or a choice of two gasoline-fed powerplants.

KIA Sorento 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006
  2 gasoline engines
  • 2.4L 16V 5MT AWD (139 HP)
  • 3.5L V6 4AT AWD (195 HP)
  2 diesel engines
  • 2.5L CRDi 4AT AWD (140 HP)
  • 2.5L CRDi 5MT AWD (140 HP)

KIA Sorento
2.4L 16V 5MT AWD (139 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 2.4L 16V 5MT AWD (139 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:2351 cm3
Power:102 KW @ 5500 RPM
139 HP @ 5500 RPM
137 BHP @ 5500 RPM
Torque:145 lb-ft @ 2500 RPM
196 Nm @ 2500 RPM
Fuel System:Multipoint Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
Fuel capacity:21.1 gallons (79.9 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:104.4 mph (168 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):13.4 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:All Wheel Drive
Gearbox:5-Speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Ventilated Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:225/75R16
DIMENSIONS
Length:179.92 in (4570 mm)
Width:73.22 in (1860 mm)
Height:67.71 in (1720 mm)
Front/rear Track:62.2/62.2 in (1,580/1,580 mm)
Wheelbase:106.69 in (2710 mm)
Ground Clearance:8.2 in (208 mm)
Cargo Volume:17.2 cuFT (487 L)
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:4052.1 lbs (1838 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:5412.3 lbs (2455 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:15.9 mpg US (14.8 L/100Km)
Highway:27.3 mpg US (8.6 L/100Km)
Combined:21.6 mpg US (10.9 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:259 g/km

KIA Sorento
3.5L V6 4AT AWD (195 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 3.5L V6 4AT AWD (195 HP)
Cylinders:V6
Displacement:3497 cm3
Power:143 KW @ 5500 RPM
194 HP @ 5500 RPM
192 BHP @ 5500 RPM
Torque:217 lb-ft @ 3000 RPM
294 Nm @ 3000 RPM
Fuel System:Multipoint Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
Fuel capacity:21.1 gallons (79.9 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:119 mph (192 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):10.2 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:All Wheel Drive
Gearbox:4-Speed automatic
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Ventilated Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:245/70R16
DIMENSIONS
Length:179.9 in (4569 mm)
Width:73.2 in (1859 mm)
Height:67.7 in (1720 mm)
Front/rear Track:62.2/62.2 in (1,580/1,580 mm)
Wheelbase:106.7 in (2710 mm)
Ground Clearance:8.2 in (208 mm)
Cargo Volume:17.2 cuFT (487 L)
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:4226.3 lbs (1917 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:5643.8 lbs (2560 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:13.8 mpg US (17 L/100Km)
Highway:26.1 mpg US (9 L/100Km)
Combined:19.8 mpg US (11.9 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:286 g/km

KIA Sorento
2.5L CRDi 4AT AWD (140 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 2.5L CRDi 4AT AWD (140 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:2497 cm3
Power:103 KW @ 3800 RPM
140 HP @ 3800 RPM
138 BHP @ 3800 RPM
Torque:253 lb-ft @ 2000 RPM
343 Nm @ 2000 RPM
Fuel System:Turbocharged Common Rail
Fuel:Diesel
Fuel capacity:21.1 gallons (79.9 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:104 mph (167 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):15.5 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:All Wheel Drive
Gearbox:4-Speed automatic
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Ventilated Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:225/75 R16
DIMENSIONS
Length:179.9 in (4569 mm)
Width:73.2 in (1859 mm)
Height:67.7 in (1720 mm)
Front/rear Track:62.2/62.2 in (1,580/1,580 mm)
Wheelbase:106.7 in (2710 mm)
Ground Clearance:8.2 in (208 mm)
Cargo Volume:17.2 cuFT (487 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.42
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:4312.2 lbs (1956 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:5754 lbs (2610 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:19.9 mpg US (11.8 L/100Km)
Highway:32.2 mpg US (7.3 L/100Km)
Combined:26.4 mpg US (8.9 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:204 g/km

KIA Sorento
2.5L CRDi 5MT AWD (140 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 2.5L CRDi 5MT AWD (140 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:2497 cm3
Power:103 KW @ 3800 RPM
140 HP @ 3800 RPM
138 BHP @ 3800 RPM
Torque:253 lb-ft @ 2000 RPM
343 Nm @ 2000 RPM
Fuel System:Common Rail
Fuel:Diesel
Fuel capacity:21.1 gallons (79.9 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:106 mph (171 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):14.6 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:All Wheel Drive
Gearbox:5-Speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Ventilated Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:225/75 R16
DIMENSIONS
Length:179.9 in (4569 mm)
Width:73.2 in (1859 mm)
Height:67.7 in (1720 mm)
Front/rear Track:62.2/62.2 in (1,580/1,580 mm)
Wheelbase:106.7 in (2710 mm)
Ground Clearance:8.2 in (208 mm)
Cargo Volume:17.2 cuFT (487 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.42
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:4312.2 lbs (1956 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:5732 lbs (2600 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:23.8 mpg US (9.9 L/100Km)
Highway:36.2 mpg US (6.5 L/100Km)
Combined:30.5 mpg US (7.7 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:204 g/km
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