Kia Sorento: reviews of second-generation SUV

Kia Sorento is a Korean SUV, which at the moment is considered one of the best cars of its class, which combines both excellent design and the latest achievements of the Asian car industry.

Specifications

About Kia Sorento, the owners' reviews are only positive. This, in the first place, is due to the excellent technical characteristics that the car is endowed with.

The first thing to focus on is the engine, whose power, depending on the modification, can be 174 and 197 horsepower, which is enough for a quick ride on the highway and overcoming the Russian off-road. At the same time, fuel consumption will be 13-15 liters per 100 kilometers. The car is equipped with a 6-speed gearbox, which for all models is automatic, except for the Mid-kit with the diesel engine 2.2. The length of the body is almost 4.7 meters, and at the same time the car is equipped with good maneuverability. As shown by the tests, the minimum turning radius is 5.44 meters, which is due to the steering.

The all-wheel-drive car is equipped with two independent pendants, which makes it well passable. The 2012 model compared with the 2009 model has undergone some changes. This, in the first place, concerns the suspension, which has been subjected to improvements. At the moment, the passengers of the car do not experience any discomfort at overcoming the rough terrain, there is no unpleasant knock.

Design

Reviews of Kia Sorento praise not only the technical characteristics, but also the design of the salon. The latest versions of Kia Sorento are more like a crossover than a clean SUV, which is a consequence of the desire of the creators to give the car more streamlining. But a large radiator grille, enlarged wheel arches still remind that the car is designed to overcome difficult terrain.

The chief designer of the Korean automobile concern Peter Streiere gave the body a streamlined and elegant form. As for the Kia Sorento showroom, the reviews are in no small degree positive because of the car's capacity: according to the technical specifications, the car is designed for 5 people. But with ease in the cabin are freely accommodated and 7 adults.

A well-thought-out three-spoke steering wheel on which the designers placed a multimedia control panel. On the front panel is a monitor, which displays a picture from the rear view camera.

The volume of the trunk is only 260 liters. But folding rear seats will allow you to increase this volume to 1050.

Kia Sorento owner reviews

Most owners of Kia Sorento complain of poor sound insulation. This is a characteristic problem for most Asian cars produced by both Japanese and Korean automakers. True, the problem is easily eliminated on any specialized service station. People - tall or overweight - leave only positive feedback from Kia Sorento, as the spacious interior will make the trip even for long distances quite comfortable.

Fans of driving on the highway can not be pleased with the car, as good steering and front suspension help to enter into a turn at high speed, not at all worried about safety. These characteristics depend on the constructive solution: the height of the car was reduced by ten centimeters, which led to a shift of the center of gravity downwards, and as a result, improved stability.

And, of course, the owners of Kia Sorento reviews the car forums in the form of laudatory odes, especially the original design of the SUV. They note the body and the salon with its modern panel, which meets the requirements of the world car industry.