Vehicle Details
- Fuel Consumption: City: 20 mpg
- Fuel Consumption: Highway: 26 mpg
- Remote power door locks
- Power windows
- Cruise controls on steering wheel
- Cruise control
- 4-wheel ABS Brakes
- Front Ventilated disc brakes
- 1st and 2nd row curtain head airbags
- Passenger Airbag
- Side airbag
- Rear air conditioning with separate controls
- 50-50 Third Row Seat
- Manual Folding Third Row Seat
- Rear spoiler: Lip
- Bluetooth wireless phone connectivity
- Digital Audio Input
- In-Dash single CD player
- Audio system memory card slot
- MP3 player
- SIRIUS AM/FM/Satellite Radio
- SIRIUS Satellite Radio(TM)
- Speed Sensitive Audio Volume Control
- Total Number of Speakers: 6
- ABS and Driveline Traction Control
- Stability control
- Privacy glass: Deep
- Silver aluminum rims
- Wheel Diameter: 18
- Wheel Width: 7
- Front fog/driving lights
- Leather steering wheel trim
- Leather shift knob trim
- Simulated carbon fibre dash trim
- Simulated carbon fibre door trim
- Roof rails
- Video Monitor Location: Front
- Trip computer
- External temperature display
- Tachometer
- Manufacturer's 0-60mph acceleration time (seconds): 6.6 s
- Power remote driver mirror adjustment
- Heated driver mirror
- Heated passenger mirror
- Power remote passenger mirror adjustment
- Turn signal in mirrors
- Dual illuminated vanity mirrors
- Daytime running lights
- Rear heat ducts with separate controls
- Audio controls on steering wheel
- Front reading lights
- Cloth/leatherette seat upholstery
- Bucket front seats
- Split rear bench
- Fold forward seatback rear seats
- Rear seats center armrest
- Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
- Power steering
- Suspension class: Regular
- Interior air filtration
- Automatic front air conditioning
- Dual front air conditioning zones
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System
- Cargo area light
- Max cargo capacity: 72 cu.ft.
- Vehicle Emissions: LEV II
- Fuel Type: Regular unleaded
- Fuel Capacity: 18.0 gal.
- Instrumentation: Low fuel level
- Clock: In-dash
- Headlights off auto delay
- Dusk sensing headlights
- Driver Seat Head Restraint Whiplash Protection
- Head Restraint Whiplash Protection with Passenger Seat
Model Highlights
If you want the more powerful V6 in the Sorento, you'll need to step up to the top-of-the-line EX trim. Otherwise, the 4-cylinder engine is offered with Base, LX, and EX trims. Standard equipment on all Sorento models is extensive, and includes a trip computer, power windows, locks and mirrors, air conditioning, a Bluetooth hands-free calling interface and a sound system that includes an MP3-compatible CD player, USB and aux inputs and Sirius satellite radio. Base models are equipped with a 6-speed manual transmission, while LX models step up to a 6-speed automatic in addition to body-color heated mirrors with integrated turn signals for a more upscale appearance. Automatic one-touch up/down windows, a rear center armrest are also included. Top EX models include push-button start, smart keyless entry, dual-zone climate control, upgraded upholstery, fog lamps, heated mirrors, automatic headlamps and larger 18-inch alloy wheels. Options on the Base model are very limited, but options on the LX include a third-row seat, plus a Convenience Package that includes heated front seats, a backup system, fog lamps and roof rails. Some of the best options are reserved for the EX. Among the exclusives are a Premium Package, with a panoramic sunroof and leather seats; a rear DVD entertainment system and a Limited Package that brings chrome wheels plus a navigation system, real-time traffic information, accent interior lighting and a 550-watt Infinity surround-sound system. Both engines in the Sorento are new for 2011. A 175-horsepower, 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine is the base offering, and the 6-speed automatic that's available through most of the line is an all-new design. The optional V6 makes 276 horsepower and brings especially strong acceleration with a smooth, refined character, while the 4-cylinder is quite economical, achieving EPA ratings of up to 21 mpg city, 29 mpg highway. All-wheel drive is available with LX or EX trims, regardless of the engine. Kia's all-wheel drive system can send up to 50 percent of power to the rear wheels when needed and comes with a locking center differential that can help provide better traction in harsh weather conditions--deep snow, for example, or to traverse a muddy back road. First and second-row seating in the Sorento is ample for full-size adults, and the optional third-row has enough space for children though it does reduce cargo room. Second and third-row seats both fold forward to allow 72.5 cubic feet of cargo space in all. The new Sorento has the suspension configuration of a typical sedan, with MacPherson struts in front and an independent multi-link setup in back, so it rides quite well. Kia hasn't completely forgotten about weekend hauling and towing needs--the Sorento can tow up to 3,500 pounds. Safety features on the 2011 Sorento now include seat-mounted side airbags, side-curtain bags and front active headrests on all models, along with electronic stability control and anti-lock brakes, plus Hill Start Assist Control and Downhill Brake Control, which uses the vehicle's transmission to help moderate speed on slippery grades.