Body style: SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle)
Segment: Crossover
Production years: 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023
Most probably, 10 years ago, we would’ve never though that KIA would evolve the way they did over the past years. And since their cars became better and better, their cost increased as well.
The KIA Sorento’s price launched in 2020 was the highest compared to the previous models and had a lot to offer.
The most notable aspect is that the new Sorento offered 7 seats and that made it an ideal car for large families.
The Sorento came with only one engine version, a 2.2-liter diesel developing 198 hp. It was available with a 4-wheel drive and the standard included a 6-speed manual transmission. Buyers also had the option to choose an 8-speed automatic transmission.
The interior offered comfort due to the available adjustments for the seats (8-way electric adjustments or a 10-way electric adjustments available for the KX-3 and the GT Line S trim levels). The controls were intuitively placed, in a way that allows the driver to use them in a safely manner. For a non-premium SUV, the materials used did not look cheap, moreover, the dashboard looked as if it was all wrapped up in leather.
The road visibility offered by the Sorento was beyond reproach, due to its large windscreen and the “throne-like” seating position, plus thins pillars. The overall feeling was of safety and control.
The infotainment system offered both Apple Car Play and Android Auto, with a 7.0 inch or a 8.0 inch touchscreen depending on the trim level. The more expensive trim levels offered improved audio with the aid of 10 Harman Kardon speakers.
ENGINE SPECS - 2.2L 8AT (202 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 2151 cm3 |
Power: | 148.6 KW @ 3800 RPM 202 HP @ 3800 RPM 199 BHP @ 3800 RPM |
Torque: | 325 lb-ft @ 1750-2750 RPM 440 Nm @ 1750-2750 RPM |
Fuel System: | Common Rail |
Fuel: | Diesel |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 8-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 235/65 R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 189.4 in (4811 mm) |
Width: | 74.8 in (1900 mm) |
Height: | 66.7 in (1694 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 110.8 in (2814 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 6.6 cuFT (187 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3781 lbs (1715 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 5534 lbs (2510 kg) |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.6L T-GDI 6AT (230 HP) | |
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Power: | 169.2 KW @ - RPM 230 HP @ - RPM 227 BHP @ - RPM |
Electrical motor power: | 44.2 kw (60 hp) |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Hybrid |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated discs |
Rear: | Discs |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 189.4 in (4811 mm) |
Width: | 74.8 in (1900 mm) |
Height: | 66.7 in (1694 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 110.8 in (2814 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 6.3 cuFT (178 L) |
POWER SYSTEM SPECS | |
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Power pack: | Lithium-ion |
Nominal Capacity: | 1.49 kWh |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.6T GDI PHEV 6AT 9261 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1598 cm3 |
Power: | 130.2 KW @ 5500 RPM 177 HP @ 5500 RPM 175 BHP @ 5500 RPM |
Torque: | 195 lb-ft @ 1500-4500 RPM 265 Nm @ 1500-4500 RPM |
Electrical motor power: | 10.6 kw (14 hp) |
Electrical motor torque: | 31.86 lb-ft (43 Nm) |
Total maximum power: | 192 kw (261 hp) |
Total maximum torque: | 258 lb-ft (350 Nm) |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Plug-in Hybrid |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 235/65 R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 189.4 in (4811 mm) |
Width: | 74.8 in (1900 mm) |
Height: | 66.7 in (1694 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 110.8 in (2814 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 6.6 cuFT (187 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3781 lbs (1715 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 5534 lbs (2510 kg) |
POWER SYSTEM SPECS | |
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Power pack: | Lithium-Ion |
Nominal Capacity: | 66.9 kWh |