Kia Sorento

《All-new 2020 Kia Sorento - 35 mm longer wheelbase, new 8-DCT, 227 hp/350 Nm hybrid, PHEV next》

《Naza Kia Malaysia working towards resuming sales of 2020 Kia Sorento and Kia Sportage》

2019 Kia Sorento Gallery

Dimensions

Design

First, it’s very huge. The front grille is Kia’s traditional family one but now is honeycomb shape. The headlights are long and slim and the fog lights are all-new, you can see there are 4 small square lights combined into one unit.

Lighting

※Auto Headlamps

※Daytime Running Lights

※LED Combination Taillamps

※Front Fog lamps

※Rear Fog lamps

Wheelbase

※235/60 R18 (2019 Kia Sorento 2.4 EX AT)

※235/55R19 (2019 Kia Sorento 2.2D SX AT)

Dashboard

The dashboard of Kia Sorento is set in the middle of two AC vents and integrated with them and with chrome covering around, making it look bigger.

Instrument Cluster

There are 3 parts of the instrument cluster, the left shows the rev, the middle shows the speed and the right shows some basic information about the vehicle.

Space and Practicality

The Kia Sorento is a 7-seat SUV with a 4.8-meter long body, this means it still can provide enough room for the driver and passenger. The functions and features of the car are good enough for your daily use at such a price.

Boot

It has a 360l boot, although this not so competitive in the segment, still enough for you to have a travel with your families.

2019 Kia Sorento Specs and Features

Safety

※ABS/EBD, ISOFIX

※6 Airbags, Child Safety Lock

※Security Alarm, Immobilizer

Comfort

※Parking Sensor Front, Parking Sensor Front

※Cruise Control, Hill Start Assist

※Auto Start/Stop, Folding Wing Mirrors

Infotainment

※Bluetooth, 6 Speakers

※Power Socket 2 Front, 1 Middle Row

※Electroluminescent Analogue Instrument Cluster

Engine

Kia Sorento has two variants and both of them use the same 2.4l 4-cylinder engine. The 2.4 EX is a petrol engine which has 172ps and 225Nm, while the 2.4D SX is diesel, producing 200ps and 441Nm.

Transmission

Both versions are matched with the same 6-speed automatic gearbox.

Drive System

Both 2.4EX and 2.4D SX are all-wheel-drive.

Although it has used a big 2.4l engine, u need to know this is a 2-ton SUV, it can give enough torque to start quickly.

Engine Performance

The point of this car is the torque and obviously, the 2.4D SX has much more torque than the 2.4 EX. For a vehicle weighs 2 tons, 441Nm can give you better driving experience than 225Nm.

Transmission Performance

The 6-speed gearbox cooperates the engine very well, with such low rev to get the maximum torque, the ride becomes more effortless.

Steering and Handling

Normally, such a large vehicle can’t drive like a flexible hatchback or sports car. However, it can, with its amazing powertrain, forget its size, it drives like a fish swimming in the river.

Sound Proofing

The Kia Sorento has good noise insulation, maybe when you are driving at a fast speed, you can hear some noise outside.

Passenger Comfort

The suspension of this SUV is a little bit stiffer but this is a good choice because this is a 2-ton car, a soft suspension would make this car unstable. Also, the stiff suspension doesn’t affect its good ability to absorb the undulation.

Fuel Consumption

The estimated mileage of Kia Sorento is about 7.8l/100km.

Less than RM 200,000.00, you can own a Kia Sorento, a big 7-seat SUV, this is absolutely an ideal bargain for many consumers, especially those who have a big family whit more than 5 people. It gets great engine and good-looking exteriors. Nevertheless, the functions and features are not so bountiful.