Review: 2016 Kia Sorento LX V6
15 December 2017, Neil Parkhi
Introduction
The Sorento overall is a unique SUV. It looks aggressive, but it is one machine which can go all sorts of places, even better with a V6. Kia revealed the third generation Sorento in august 2014 in South Korea, and then for its European debut at the 2014 Paris Auto Show. It was meant to be a comfortable SUV. Overall, if you ride in it, it is comfortable, like really. Some people may find it even more comfortable than a 2013 Mercedes E350, that is even more impressive. It makes sense because they make the K900 sedan with that luxury but it is incredible for a Crossover, although the Mercedes E350 we filmed is rear wheel drive though, it is unknown to us about the ride comfort of the Front Wheel Drive model. Other transmissions are available in other countries as well such as a 5 speed auto, 5 and 6 speed manual, as the 6 speed auto is the only transmission available in the United States.
Review
The Sorento does look like one amazing quality vehicle, and it even feels like a quality vehicle as well, which is a good thing, so people can enjoy it at all times. For people who are interested in this car, definitely worth it to look at and take a test drive. It has good ride comfort, and it has good capabilities as which also the handling is really good as well.
Specifications
| Steering and Transmission | |
|---|---|
| Steering Type | Speed Proportional, Electric Assist, Rack and Pinion Power Steering |
| Transmission Type | 6-Speed Automatic |
| Gear 1 Ratio | 4.65 |
| Gear 2 Ratio | 2.83 |
| Gear 3 Ratio | 1.84 |
| Gear 4 Ratio | 1.39 |
| Gear 5 Ratio | 1.00 |
| Gear 6 Ratio | 0.77 |
| Reverse Gear Ratio | 3.39 |
| Wheels and Tires | |
| Front Wheel Type | 17 inch 5 twin spoke alloys |
| Rear Wheel Type | 17 inch 5 twin spoke alloys |
| Front Tire Type | 235/65R17 |
| Rear Tire Type | 235/65R17 |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension Type | Independent MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension Type | Independent Multi-Link |
| Suspension Features | Stabilizer Bars, Coil Springs, Gas Pressurised Shock Absorbers |
| Dimensions | |
| Length (in, mm) | 187.4in, 4760mm |
| Width (in, mm) | 74.4in, 1890mm |
| Height (in, mm) | 66.3in, 1684mm |
| Wheelbase (in, mm) | 109.4in, 2779mm |
| Weight (lb, kg) | 4343lb, 1970kg |
| Engine Specifications | |
| Engine Type | 3.3 litre double overhead cam 24 valve V6 |
| Power (bhp, PS, kW) | 290bhp, 294PS, 216kW @ 6400RPM |
| Torque (lb-ft, Nm) | 252lb-ft, 342Nm @ 5300RPM |
| 0-60 mph (0-97 kmph) | 5.8 seconds |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive |
| Fuel Tank Size (gal, L) | 18.8 gallons, 71L |
| Fuel Type (AKI, RON) | 87 Octane/AKI Petrol (92 RON) |
| City Fuel Economy (mpg, kmpL) | 18mpg, 8kmpL |
| Highway Fuel Economy (mpg, kmpL) | 26mpg, 11kmpL |
| Cargo Specifications | |
| Cargo Space (ft3, L) | 11.3ft3, 320L |
| Cargo Space with 3rd Row Seats Folded (ft3, L) | 38ft3, 1076L |
| Max. Cargo Space (ft3, L) | 73ft3, 2067L |
| Price Range | |
| U.S. Dollars | $30,500 |
| Canadian Dollars | $38,723 |