Used 2006 Kia Sorento EX 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl 5A) Consumer Reviews
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I would do it again....
TeeBrock, Cedar Rapids, IA, 12/10/2017
Kia Sorento EX 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Great all around vehicle. Low maintenance other than routine stuff. Great in the snowy midwest. Lacks a bit in the fuel mileage, but it's a trade off.
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Electrical problems galore!
d. jones, 03/04/2007
Kia Sorento EX 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This vehicle has been back to the Kia dealership multiple times because overnight it dies in the garage or the driveway. They have replaced sensors and told me the problem was fixed. It's not. Going to a lawyer to see if I can use the "lemon law" to return this vehicle.
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Great SUV
Stephanie, 02/14/2010
Kia Sorento EX 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We've owned our Sorento for 3-1/2 years and have been pleasantly surprised. We had never owned a Kia or knew anyone who owned one and were worried about the quality as a result. It has over 30k miles on it and we've never had a single problem, issue, or bug with it. We mostly use it for short trips around town, but it has performed well in all sorts of conditions (snowy mountain, rural desert roads, regular big city driving with constant breaking and fast accelerating). We've gotten the oil changed regularly and done the recommended maintenance, but other than that, it's required no trips to the dealer or shop.
I need to brag
john, 03/05/2009
Kia Sorento EX 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I need to brag about my Sorento. Purchased in Sept. 06, I travel alot. I currently have 158,690 miles on it. The only issue was needing to replace the transfer case ($700 on Ebay). Tires, brakes and oil changes have been my only real purchases. As I looked at getting a replacement vehicle, I had to ask why. There is not a squeak or rattle. It handles the way it did on day one, and I can still tow my 4-wheeler to northern Maine (250 miles one way) without a problem. If you can deal with "not great" fuel economy, buy one. It is the best purchase I have ever made.
Kia Sorento
Mr Hank, 03/29/2006
Kia Sorento EX 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
With 14k miles behind me I am mostly satisfied with the purchase. Visually this is still one of the sharpest mid size suvs around for my money. Very solid build, well laid out interior and rugged exterior put the domestic models to shame. Four wheel drive works like a charm, engine has plenty of punch for highway cruising or zipping through traffic. Engine sounds a bit loud in passing gear and transmission seems unsophisticated and tends to shift at odd times. Gas mileage is also a big disappointment. Overall this vehicle offers a lot of bang for the buck and as long as it keeps humming along and I don't have to take advantage of the fantastic warranty offered it will serve its purpose.
Absoloutly love this car
Siobhan, 06/14/2008
Kia Sorento EX 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Love it, love it love, it. Very spacey and comfy have. Made many long trips in it and never a sore back or rear end. It handles great and is very quiet. Plenty of storage space between the two middle consoles and the under passenger seat console. Had it two years and has not been in the shop once except for regular maintenance. Upholstery repels stains very well. Have had a baby in it for 90 percent of the ownership and still no stains. Would definitely recommend this vehicle
Great Value in a 4WD SUV
gdr, 02/18/2007
Kia Sorento EX 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have had my Sorento 4WD for more than a year, and it has been a complete surprise. I never expected to obtain this kind of quality, comfort and driving fun out of an "off brand" Korean manufacturer. I never tire of folks asking me what I am driving after telling me how great it looks (I replaced the grill with a stainless billet model, and removed all exterior Kia emblems and replaced with Korean "K" script ones. My only complaint is the quality of the paint since it chips easily. I compensated by installing a 3M invisible shield on the front end, hood and mirrors and have had no paint chips since. A great value!
My first Kia
L, 05/16/2007
Kia Sorento EX 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is my first Kia and I really like the Sorento EX. I heard pros and cons about the Kia Sorento when I was shopping around, but after comparing several SUVs, I like the interior and exterior design of the Sorento the best. We travel a lot and the ride is very comfortable and it's fun to drive!
Book by its cover
Ed, 06/23/2008
Kia Sorento EX 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
If it ran all the time, this would be the best small SUV on the market. It's well appointed. It drives beautifully. It's powerful and not to bad on gas. All in all, I'd say Kia is on the right track. There's only one drawback. It must have been built by a drunken monkey on Monday morning after a long weekend. The headlights burn out in pairs every 3-4 months. I'm on transmission number 3 and the radio needed to be replaced after 9 months. The most aggravating thing is the alarm system which has a mind of it's own. It's been 2 years and it still triggers whenever it feels like it (2AM in the garage or on the highway at 65 MPH) leaving you stranded until a tow truck takes it home to KIA.