Comfort: The Kia Sorento is built with a 7-passenger cloth seating design ensuring everyone is comfortable throughout the entire drive. The driver's seat can adjust in 6 ways while the passenger seat can adjust in 4 different ways. The second-row seats can 60/40 split fold and features one-touch sliding and folding. The third-row can 50/50 split fold and recline for 5-star comfort. The top-of-the-line trims will upgrade to genuine leather, heated seats, and ventilated seats along with several other premium features.
Technology: The Kia Sorento has been fully equipped with all the user-friendly, convenient technology. Featuring an 8-inch or 12.3-inch touchscreen display with navigation, Kia Connect, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, SiriusXM Satellite Radio, and Bluetooth Wireless technology. With a 6- or 12-speaker audio system, USB ports, and 12V power ports installed, USB charging ports, and 12V power ports throughout the vehicle making this setup ideal for any family! Once again, the luxury trims will come with a premium suite of technology.
Safety Technology: With the full breadth of Kia Drive Wise Driver Assist Technology and Safety Technology, the Kia Sorento is very safety enriched. Fully equipped with dual front advanced airbags, front side airbags, rear side airbags, full-length side curtain airbags, and driver’s knee airbags making this vehicle extremely secure. The list of control and assist systems includes:
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian, Cyclist & Junction Turning Detection
- Forward Collision Warning
- Blind-Spot Collison Warning
- Rear Cross-traffic Collison Avoidance Assist
- Land Following Assist
- Lane Keeping Assist
- Lane Departure Warning
- Highway Driving Assist
- Navigation-Based Smart Cruise Control with Stop and Go
- Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) with 4-wheel disc brakes
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
- Hill Start Assist Control (HAC)
- High Line Tire-Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
- Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)
Year Make Model: 2024 Kia Sorento
Vehicle Type: Mid-Size SUV
Engine: 2.5L 4-Cylinder Engine w/ 191hp & 182 lb-ft. of torque
Drivetrain: Front Wheel Drive (FWD) and All Wheel Drive (AWD)
MPG:
- FWD: 24 City / 29 Highway / 26 Combined
- AWD: 23 City / 25 Highway / 24 Combined
Powertrain
Transmission: The Kia Sorento has been built with a 2.5L 4-cylinder engine tapping into 191 horsepower and 182 lb-ft. of torque. The 8-speed automatic transmission is responsive and powerful in both front-wheel drive and torque-vectoring all-wheel drive. Your driving experience won't be disappointing with this well-built transmission.
Handling
Steering: The Column-Mounted Motor Driven Power Steering (C-MDPS) system multiplies the steering force by using an electronic motor. The input of force used to steer the vehicle is proportionate to the vehicle's speed.
Driving modes: The Kia Sorento offers 4 different drive mode functions. There is one additional mode available on the AWD trims, which is Snow mode. These modes and functionalities include:
- Comfort – Lighter steering for a smoother ride and acceleration.
- Eco – Improves fuel efficiency.
- Smart – Automatically changes modes to optimize driving.
- Sport – Provides sporty and firm riding.
- Snow – Increases traction control and grip from power distribution.
- Custom – Customize steering, suspension, and throttle response to your liking.
Exterior: The Kia Sorento has a beautiful exterior build and the paint colors offered elevate this vehicle to new levels. The front and rear skid plate, lower body cladding, and rear spoiler are all a matte black finish, while the front grill is also black, perfectly tying in all these details. The window surrounds have a satin finish, plus the door handles and side mirrors are painted the same color as the body. The multi-reflector LED headlights, auto headlight control, and high beam assist (HBA) all contribute to a stress-free commute in the hours of dawn and dusk. The glass utilized on the Sorento has the ability to sound-absorb plus it is solar controlled meaning the interior won't get hot ensuring your drive stays cool and comfortable.
Trim Information: The Kia Sorento comes in 8 different trim levels, making this mid-size SUV extremely adaptable no matter what your budget looks like. The most affordable trim is the LX which starts at $30,090, while the most premium trim is the X-Line SX Prestige AWD starting at $43,690. Each of these 8 trims comes with a robust list of standard features making the Sorento a crowd-pleaser. The more premium you go, the more bells and whistles will be included.
Interior: The Kia Sorento features an ideally sized 8-inch or 12.3-inch touchscreen display with navigation, Kia Connect, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, SiriusXM Satellite Radio, and Bluetooth Wireless technology. With a 6-speaker audio system, USB ports, and 12V power ports installed throughout the vehicle, in addition to the 7-passenger seating and user-friendly technology, this well-designed mid-size SUV is as good as they get.
Summary: The 2024 Kia Sorento is an all-around fantastic mid-size SUV. Offered in both front-wheel drive (FWD) and all-wheel drive (AWD), this vehicle is a great option for both city commuters and mountain goers. The full suite of interior comfort, user-friendly technology, in addition to safety features, makes this vehicle a real crowd-pleaser. Upgrading to a more premium trim will elevate the driving experience tremendously. If you like the Sorento but prefer an environment-friendly option, check out the Kia Sorento Hybrid or Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid. Both these options are fantastic if you want to rely more on electric operation compared to gas. Stop by Mission Viejo Kia to check out the three different Kia Sorento builds.