Kia Sorento

The Kia Sorento is a mid-size SUV. It was first launched in 2003.

It has two transmission options: a 5-speed manual or 4/5-speed automatic transmission (pre-2005 models have a 4 speed automatic, whilst 2005 Sorentos come with a 6 speed tip-tronic style automatic transmission). Sorentos are equipped with a Hyndai-manufactured 3.5L 24 Valve DOHC Aluminum Head V6 producing 192 Horsepower at 5500 RPM, producing 217 lb.-ft. of torque @ 3,000 rpm. The Sorento is very capable off-road while still providing a soft and comfortable ride. The automatic 4-wheel drive system features low range gearing. A sport package is available for the LX base model which adds a 5 speed manual transmission, fog lamps, alloy wheels, step bars, a leather wrapped steering wheel, a roof rack and remote keyless entry. All American Sorentos also come with dual front airbags and dual side-curtain airbags in the front and rear. The 4x4 system is a shift-on-the-fly nob located usually on the lower panel to the left of the steering column. Three modes available are Two-Wheel Drive, Four-High, and Four-Low. On-dash indicators show when the Four Wheel Drive System is active.