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The Kia Sorento is an inspiring sight on the road with imposing alloy wheels and the sleek purposeful new design. The Sorento is equally impressive on the inside too with its high-quality interior finish and more legroom in the back. The Sorento has everything you'll ever need to town or country.

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2.2 CRDi 4WD manual - The old Sorento was a tough 4x4 workhorse that could tow a laden horse box up Ben Nevis, almost. But seeking broader appeal the all-new 7-seater Sorento is comfier, quieter, more family orientated and... read more

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2.5 litre CRDi XS - The Kia Sorento is the largest model currently in production from the Korean manufacturer, offering a huge amount of space to comfortably accommodate five adults and still hold plenty of luggage. All ... read more

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2.5 CRDi XS - The Kia Sorento offers generous torque levels and a comfortable and easy ride. Solid build quality and reliability has become a Kia trademark.... read more

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Number of reviews: 7

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Kia Sorento, Lancashire

Kia Sorento 2.5 XE 2009

The car is okay, however the manufacturer and the dealer (Perrys of Preston), are useless in all aspects of customer care. I had a crash in August 2009, and it took Kia 3 1/2 months to be able to supply a 6 inch metal plate which held the front differential onto the chassis. In early January 2010, the car kept blowing its fuses and I got charged by the main dealer, because they could not replicate the fault. This is the first time I have ever been charged for something like this, but then again I am used to Ford/Honda and Skoda customer service levels, not a small company trying to make claims they are wonderful. My first and last Kia. Look elsewhere.

Submitted: 21/02/2010 20:06:11 | ID: 4662

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Graham Curtis, Essex

Kia Sorento 3.5 v6 petrol 2004

We`ve had Mercedes,BMW.Volvo etc., etc. Our Kia wipes the floor with them all. My dad laughed at this far eastern VAN WITH WINDOWS.....guess what? He`s now got one. He thought he was a Jag/BMW man but loves his Sorento. No wonder our car industry has had it. We need to look hard & long at manufacturers like Hyundai/Kia. The Sorento is the only car my wife & I would have again. Try one!!

Submitted: 02/01/2010 21:52:40 | ID: 4230

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Richard Evison, Derbyshire

Kia Sorento XT Auto Diesel 2007

Initially I was pleased with the overall value. Quality is very good as is standard equipment. Sadly the ride doesn’t come up to my expectations. On poor road surfaces and twisty B roads the suspension seems poorly damped. There is a lot of pitching and pattering of the wheels. On cart tracks it was horrendous. Perhaps a longer wheelbase or tuned suspension is needed. Overall quite pleased but had to sell because of the ride. I did mention it to the Kia Dealer but was told it was normal. Apart from that I guess it would be ideal for a caravan owner.

Submitted: 14/08/2009 10:24:39 | ID: 3418

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Paul Neal, Derbyshire

Kia Sorento Diesel 2008

I have had my car for 1 week, unfortunately it has just cost me 90 green backs to fill the tank from the dealer. Apart for that compared to my previous 56 plate gas guzzling Mitsubishi Shogun Sport and a nice 400 green backs to put it on the road, this looks the part especially with "owners road tax" of 210, and delivers 168 BHP and approx 40 to the gallon, it is looking as though my decision to buy this was a good one, It’s a pity that the car didn’t come with alarm as standard, the load area had been nearer for short people, oh and a bigger glove box, but as this is all, I suggest you get yourselves to a local dealer and take one of the deals Kia are offering at the moment.

Submitted: 06/05/2008 15:56:25 | ID: 1418

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Robert Edmond, Scotland

Kia Sorento XE 2006

Once again as a private KIA SORENTO buyer and hard working taxpayer (purchased and “almost” paid for I am glad to say) one of the very few things I like in life is a decent vehicle. KIA (who?) until I decided to get a test drive in one. Quite simply, the best vehicle I have ever had (and continue to have) currently (so much so I have recently purchased a KIA RIO ICE DIESEL as my daily workhorse). Why do I have a KIA SORENTO DIESEL? Is it the style, engine, gearbox, interior, paintwork quality, insurance cost, general design, economy, tow car aptitude, presence, radio system, alloys, bullet proof mechanics, steering, heating, A/C...etc etc etc ?...the answer is all YES. I only wish I had the wherewithal to get the latest 57 version but hey ho maybe one day!! On the down side, NOTHING!!! I cannot fault it after 2 years. OK it’s not done a lot of miles but the mechanics I understand are Merc designed engine, Bosch diesel injection system with Borg Warner transmission; you cannot go wrong. The only down side is the yearly car tax disc cost of £215 (absolute daylight robbery) but that is down solely to Mr Honeybunny (Sorry, I should say our respected Chancellor Mr Darling) and our trusted and respected Mr G.Brown Esq of London. It is just a good honest vehicle for a hard working and long suffering taxpayer individuals who have, perhaps like me, worked everyday since I was 16. (now 50) to get a bit of driving pleasure. Do NOT hesitate if you are thinking of purchasing this vehicle. Shame we, as a once proud Nation, cannot produce such a good vehicle at this quality and price that hard working law abiding people can reasonably afford (for how long I do not know given the extortionate cost of diesel fuel) to run and be proud of!!!

Submitted: 02/01/2008 11:53:33 | ID: 872

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R Edmond, Scotland

Kia Sorento Rio Ice Diesel CRDi 2007

OK being used to a KIA Sorento, for value for money and a tow car for my hols, I decided to take the plunge again with a new KIA RIO ICE Diesel for my daily work horse...and why not, the Sorento is perfect...what reason the KIA RIO ICE Diesel is not...and what a surprise when I took it for a test drive. The engine is just fab and being nearly 6’4’ the head room is excellent. OK, it’s a pretty basic car but when you add A/C and central locking and a vehicle which can pound the motorway mile after mile hour after hour and still give you 50 plus to the gallon (don’t know where they get the 60) it is good if not fab value for money. Like every car there is a niggly bit or 2 why o why do you have to put the key in the door for central locking and it s not remote, and why o why when you turn it to defrost do you have to switch off the AC. Apart from that buy one....you will not be disappointed. The general value for money is excellent and if you take time you will get a discount from the so called non negotiable price. I did not but my trade in made up the deficit. By the way, the plain white non metallic (as I have) is so clean and the paint finish is quite simply fab. Summary, traffic jams and motorway working within the limits of course you will find it difficult to get less than 50 MPG whatever the conditions and at nearly £5 a gallon that we pay to our friendly and respected Mr Brown you should seriously consider it. Shame this nation has to go elsewhere to get a decent product.

Submitted: 19/12/2007 09:40:50 | ID: 865

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Matt Gresty, Cheshire

Kia Sorento 2.5 CRDi XS 5dr 2006

Cracking 4x4. Makes more expensive competitors look like overpriced posers. This really is the first 4x4 you should look at if you want to pay for a car that never goes wrong and has real off road capability rather than paying through the nose for a badge name and some shiny chrome. Brilliant!

Submitted: 21/11/2007 20:33:40 | ID: 701

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