Why You Should Consider a Kia Sorento

Aerodynamic, versatile, roomy, luxurious, excellent value: with all this going for the Kia Sorento, you really should give it a serious look, especially if you're in the market for a new family vehicle.

 

The Automaker

 

Kia Motors Corporation opened its doors in 1944 and began building vehicles under its own label in 1973. In production for well over a decade, the Sorento has earned a reputation for reliability and safety. You can count on it to transport your family where you want to go without any drama. What's more, this sleek-looking crossover for 2017 has all the latest techie features you need to ensure you and your passengers truly love the ride.

 

The Specs - Base Model

 

The 2017 Kia Sorento SUV:

 

• Is fuel efficient, getting 21/28 mpg for a combined 24 mpg

• Handles like a dream with front wheel drive and a 6-speed shiftable automatic transmission

• Is dependable and comes with a basic 5-year/60,000-mile warranty and a 10-year/10,000-mile drive train warranty

• Has plenty of power, with a 2.4 liter, 4-cylinder base engine delivering 185 horse power at 6,000 RPMs

• Provides a fun driving experience, going from 0 to 60 mph in 7.2 seconds

• Offers ultimate connectivity with a USB port for recharging your devices and satellite radio capability

• Features a hands-free rear liftgate so you can effortlessly stow all your cargo

• Seats five comfortably, ensuring the entire family rides safely and in style

 

The ride is quiet, thanks to sound-suppression engineering. The Sorento is also very competitive within its class, according to an Edmunds review.

 

Sorento Trim Choices

 

If you like options that let you customize your vehicle, you'll love the Sorento. Kia offers seven trim choices on 2017 models:

 

• L - base

• LX - base plus standard features like auto light control, low profile roof rails and sound-absorbing windshield

• LX V6 - LX base plus a 3.3 L, 6-cylinder engine

• EX - All base features plus matte black grille, door handle lights, front fog lights, silver bumper accents and 18" alloy wheels

• EX V6 - EX features plus 3.3 L, 6-cylinder engine

• SX V6 - EX V6 base plus dark metallic front grille, reverse-tilt side mirrors, power Panoramic sunroof, power liftgate, programmable height adjustment for liftgate, LED rear combo lamps, chrome roof rails, stainless bumper accents and 19" alloy wheels

• SXL V6 - SX V6 base plus auto-leveling projector-beam headlights, LED front fog lights, chrome door molding and 19" alloy wheels

 

Popular Options

 

Several options for the 2017 Sorento are getting rave reviews from happy Sorento owners, so be sure to check them out when you visit the dealership. Not all options are available on all models.

 

The Panoramic sunroof opens up both front and back seats to the sky, creating the feel of a convertible without the wind and road dust. The sunroof is available on EX models and above.

 

Heated front and rear seats keep you and your passengers warm on cold winter mornings; the same seats provide a supply of cool air during hot weather. You can add them to your LX and LX V6, and they come standard on more plush models.

 

If you always seem to be the designated driver for your children and their friends, Kia offers optional third-row seating that extends the capacity from five to seven. Many owners consider the rear power tailgate as one of the most convenient features in their Sorentos because it opens automatically when their hands are full. It is optional for LX V6 through EX V6 and standard on the SX and SXL. All-wheel drive is available on any Sorento except the basic L model.

 

In terms of technology, Kia has all the features you need at the ready. Upgraded audio featuring Apple technology is optional on the LX and LX V6 Sorentos and standard on the models above. Driver-assist options include automatic emergency braking, forward collision warning, advanced smart cruise control, rear crossing traffic sensor and a blind spot detector. All come standard on the SXL, and are optional on some of the other models.

 

Safety

 

If you are like most car shoppers, safety features loom large on your list of criteria. You want to be sure your family is riding safely at all times. The 2017 Sorento earned a 5-star rating from the National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration, which is the best score possible.

 

All premium safety features come standard on all Kia Sorento trim packages. They include:

 

• Front and side airbags

• 3-point seatbelts

• 4-wheel anti-lock brakes

• Electronic stability control

• Rollover and side impact sensors

• Vehicle stability management

 

Competition in the Same Class

 

It's always a good idea to check out the competition for comparison purposes. The Sorento is competitive with several crossovers in the same price range from other automakers, but finding out how it really compares, feature for feature, will help you make your final purchase decision.

 

When you put the Sorento and the 2017 Ford Explorer side by side, you see that the Kia comes out on top. It offers seven trim options while the Explorer offers only four. The Kia is more fuel efficient, getting as much as 28 mpg on the highway compared to the Explorer's 24 maximum mpg. Kia provides twice the warranty, too, because Ford's coverage only extends to three years overall and five years on the powertrain.

 

The 2017 Nissan Pathfinder falls behind on similar points of comparison. The Sorento simply scores higher than its competition. In addition, Kelly Blue Book ranks the Kia Sorento among its top five consumer-rated SUV crossovers for 2017.

 

Conclusion

 

You want a safe, sporty, roomy ride for your family. You want excellent value for your money. The 2017 Kia Sorento is your answer, hands down. Call us at 877-690-6883 or stop in today, and we'll help you select the Sorento that suits your lifestyle.