Kia Sorento Review
Published: 13th October 2003
Kia Sorento Review
Kia Sorento V6 XS
When I first took delivery of the Kia Sorento I was struck by the sheer presence of the vehicle. Kia have developed an attractive as well as serious 4x4 at a realistic price with a standard specification to shame more 'prestigious' brands.
We tested the 3.5 litre V6 XS model with standard automatic transmission which at £21,995 is excellent value for money within the competitive 4x4 market.
The Sorento has won numerous awards in the UK, USA and Europe and we road tested it around Eire to see if it lived up to its formidable reputation.
Kia Sorento Review Road Test Data | |
| Model Reviewed | Kia Sorento 3.5 V6 XS |
| Body Type | 5-Door (Four Wheel Drive) |
| Colour | Ebony Black |
| Performance ~ manufacturers figures | |
| 0 - 62 mph | 10.2 seconds |
| Top Speed | 119 mph |
| Transmission | 4-speed Automatic |
| Fuel Type | Petrol - Unleaded |
| Economy ~ manufacturers figures | |
| Urban | 16.1 mpg |
| Extra Urban | 29.1 mpg |
| Combined | 22.4 mpg |
| Insurance Group | 14 |
| Euro NCAP Rating | 4 |
| Warranty | 3-year unlimited mileage warranty 3-year roadside assistance covering the UK and mainland Europe 6-year anti-perforation warranty |
| Price when tested on the 13/10/03 | £ 21,995.00 |
