2004 Kia Sorento Review

Price Estimate: $1,202 - $2,020

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Pros

Great value, long list of standard features, solid construction, true off-road capability, lengthy warranty coverage.

Cons

Mediocre fuel economy, harsh ride over sharp impacts.

What’s new

The LX model is now available with a sport package that includes a new five-speed manual transmission, side step bars, Michelin tires, alloy wheels, roof rack, leather-wrapped steering wheel and keyless entry. A two-tone gray interior color scheme is also new, and metallic interior accents replace last year's wood grain accents.

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Good-looking, comfortable, rugged and well equipped, the Sorento is one of the best buys among small and midsize SUVs.

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2004 Kia Sorento
LX 4dr SUV
$4,000
- 187,189 miles
- No accidents, 3 owners, personal use only
- 5 Seats, 14 City / 18 Hwy MPG
- Hi Tech Motors (488 mi away)
- Rear Bench Seats
- Fold Flat Rear Seats
- 3500lb Towing Capaci...
- Audio and cruise con...
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Located in Tulsa, OK
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
15 Combined MPG (14 City/18 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: KNDJD733645294908
Stock: 294908-os
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 03-17-2025
2004 Kia Sorento
EX 4dr SUV
$3,750
- 192,210 miles
- 2 accidents, 1 owner, personal use only
- 5 Seats, 14 City / 18 Hwy MPG
- MC Auto (712 mi away)
- Sunroof/Moonroof
- Power Driver Seat
- Rear Bench Seats
- Fold Flat Rear Seats
- 3500lb Towing Capaci...
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Located in Kansas City, MO
1 OWNER! EX Model! Automatic Transmission! New Tires! Power Moon-Roof! Sporty little SUV! Non Smoker's Sorento! Plus, this Kia has full power, like po...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
15 Combined MPG (14 City/18 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: KNDJD733045241539
Stock: 25-140
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 07-29-2025

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Cost to Drive

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$215/mo

$157/mo

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Kia Sorento Owner Reviews

4.6

439 reviews

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Truly a comfortable, spacious and practical SUV!!

kandeemann2001, 12/15/2012

2004 Kia Sorento EX 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 4A)

I bought a 2004 Sorento EX Luxury from a private seller with 75,000 miles. Vehicle was in immaculate condition, but was plagued with issues in the beginning. Had to replace the drive shaft, throttle position sensor, spark plugs and brakes - but after all repairs were done and a thorough fuel injection cleaning service, it drives like brand new. This is truly a remarkable SUV. I'm a law …

buying a used first generation kia sorento

Conner, 11/28/2016

2004 Kia Sorento EX Rwd 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 4A)

Here are some tips for test driving a used Kia Sorento. Feel the transmission shift to make sure they are smooth. If you buy the car, don't drive it too hard. My transmission needed to be replaced after 5 years around 100,000 miles. After allowing the engine to warm up check for coolant leaks or faint amounts of steam coming out of the engine block. At 150,000 miles, mine has a leak that …

Love driving it - hate the recent fixes

Barb, 09/08/2010

2004 Kia Sorento LX 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5M)

Original owner. 140,000. Other than the headlight and coolant reservoir issues that ALL 04 Sorentos seem to have, I've replaced the throttle position sensor. Has been reliable and though mostly highway miles, it has never needed brakes (knowing how to drive a stick has helped with that). Doesn't eat tires, and get about 21 mpg. However, PCV and Catalytic Conv. need replacing now. Will be …

Please Buyer Beware

ambeaubian, 06/09/2011

2004 Kia Sorento EX Rwd 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 4A)

I foolishly purchased a 2004 Kia Sorento EX, in 2009, to date I have replaced the following, Crankshaft, rings, bearings, head qasket, radiator, oil pump. At a tune of 5300.00, at that time is how much I owed to pay it off. I now have a burning smell and smoke every morning that I drive it..No mechanic knows why it occurs, Also have the lights to be replaced rear and front, at least 6 …

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2004 Sorento Highlights

Trim:

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$18,995
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	16 MPG
Cost to Drive	$215/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	31.4 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive
Warranty	5 years / 60,000 miles

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Safety

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
OverallNot Rated
Driver4 / 5
Passenger4 / 5
Side Crash Rating
OverallNot Rated
Side Barrier Rating
OverallNot Rated
Driver5 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings
Front SeatNot Rated
Back SeatNot Rated
Rollover
RolloverNot Rated
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of RolloverNot Rated

IIHS Rating

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.

Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test
Not Tested
Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test
Not Tested
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original
Acceptable
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated
Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Original
Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Updated
Not Tested
Roof Strength Test
Not Tested
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint
Poor

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