کِیا Sorento 2022

Kia Sorento is a mid-size crossover SUV manufactured by the South Korean automobile company Kia Motors. The car was first launched in 2002.

The first-generation Kia Sorento was launched in February 2002 as a body-on-frame SUV. The car came in two trims - the base trim was the LX while the high-grade trim was EX with two transmission options - 5-speed manual and 5-speed automatic. The 2002 Sorento came with an AM/FM stereo, an eight-speaker audio system, airbags, and other standard features like power windows, power door locks, keyless entry, and air conditioning. 

In 2007, the first-generation Sorento received a facelift. The upgrade switched from 5-speed transmission to 5-speed Sportmatic Tip-Tronic automatic transmission. In 2009, Sorento received another facelift which only demonstrated a change in the car’s grille.

The second-generation Kia Sorento was launched in 2009 and debuted the signature Kia tiger-nose grille. It was available in 4 models - the base models LX and EX, and the high-end SX models. The new generation came with new technological features and received further updates in 2013 to its instrument panel.

The third-generation Kia Sorento came out in 2014. It was available in 5-seater and 7-seater options. It also came with options regarding transmission with 6-speed automatic and 6-speed manual transmission. Another option was in the drivetrain as it was available in front-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive. It received a facelift in 2018 with modifications to its front grille, external bumpers, and exterior lighting.

The third-generation Kia Sorento was launched in Pakistan in February 2021. It is available in Pakistan in three variants - 2.4L Front Wheel Drive (FWD), 2.4L All Wheel Drive (AWD), and 3.5L Front Wheel Drive (FWD).

Kia Sorento Exterior

With the signature tiger-nose grille and bold design strokes, the new Kia Sorento current_year is easy to spot in a crowd. The 7-seater crossover SUV comes with Bi-Function Projection LED headlamps with a front LED turn signal. The headlamps are accompanied by LED daytime running lights (DRLs) and position lamps. The addition of LED-type foglamps completes the look of the new Sorento. 

The new Kia Sorento current_yeardons  electrically adjustable, retractable, and heated side mirrors which also have side repeater lamps. The rear of the car has boxy vertically positioned LED rear combination lamps. The purposeful spoiler at the rear of the car has an integrated LED high-mounted stop lamp. 

The roof of the Kia Sorento curent_year has a panoramic sunroof and a shark fin antenna which complete the whole look. 

Kia Sorento Interior

The Kia Sorento current_year comes with a leather-wrapped steering that has tilt and telescopic adjustment features and comes with steering controls for the Audio, Call, Voice Recognition, Cruise Control, and MID functions. Behind this steering wheel is the 3.5” Cluster Conventional TFT LCD along with a rheostat that displays all the important information about the car. 

The new Kia Sorento current_year comes with a 7-inch infotainment system that supports radio, media, and rearview camera display. The system also contains 6 audio speakers and supports AUX and Bluetooth connectivity. There is an additional USB outlet in the rear rows.

Kia Sorento current_year has 3 rows of seats. The driver’s seat in the Sorento 2.4L FWD variant has features of powered reclining, sliding, height adjustment, and cushion tilting while the other trims have all these features for the front passenger seat as well. All the trims come with lumbar support for the driver's seat. The second row of seats comes with 4/2/4 split feature while the third row of seats comes with 5/5 split feature.

The car has automatic dual-zone climate control air conditioning with air conditioner vents in the third row as well.  

Sorento Safety

Most of the safety features are standard in all the trims except the number of airbags. The Kia Sorento 2.4L FWD has only 2 airbags for the driver and the front passenger. The 2.4L AWD and 3.5L FWD come with 4 airbags in the car. 

Other standard safety features in the Kia Sorento current_year are electronic stability control, brake assist system, Hill Start Assist Control, Vehicle stability management system, anti-lock braking system, and ISO Fix child anchors. 

These safety features make Kia Sorento a desirable car to buy. 

Kia Sorento Engine

The Kia Sorento 2.4L FWD and 2.4L AWD have a 2359cc Theta-II 2.4L DOHC engine which generates a maximum power of 127/6000 kW/rpm and a maximum torque of 225/4000 Nm/rpm. Both the trims have 6-speed automatic and sportmatic transmission. 

On the other hand, the 3.5L FWD trim has a 3470cc Lambda-II 3.5L V6 engine coupled with 8-speed automatic and SportsMatic transmission. This engine generates a maximum power of 206/6300 hp/rpm and a maximum torque of 336/5000 Nm/rpm. 

Sorento Ride & Handling

The driving experience of Kia Sorento current_year has proven to be smooth and comfortable. The car’s steering is quick to respond and lets the driver control the vehicle very easily.

The suspension of the car is also exceptional which absorbs all of the potholes and shocks on its way and provides a smooth ride. The car also drives in a controlled manner even at sharp twists and turns with no body roll. 

Sorento Maintenance

The maintenance of Kia Sorento current_year is quite convenient in Pakistan as it is locally assembled. The car’s auto parts are easily available in the market and Kia’s after-sales service is also impressive. 

Sorento Competitors

The new Kia Sorento current_year competes with Toyota Fortuner, Toyota Prado, and Corolla Cross.

Kia Sorento has one biggest advantage over its competitors and that is of its price. The Sorento current_year is a lot cheaper than all of its competitors and delivers similar features which makes it a desirable option for buyers. 

The Toyota Fortuner is closest to Sorento when it comes to price but Fortuner has a larger fuel tank and a loyal consumer base. The Toyota Fortuner is a highly sought-after option in Pakistan due to its representation of the owner’s socio-economic status.

Toyota Prado also provides similar features and comfort as that of the Sorento but it is a lot more expensive. The Prado is another successful vehicle by Toyota which has been associated with wealth and power in Pakistan for a long time. Due to this, Kia Sorento, despite its premium features and comfortable ride, cannot come at par with Toyota Prado.