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Used 2009 Kia Sorento Consumer Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars
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4.13 out of 5 stars

Wanted one for years

Gary L., 01/05/2009
2008 Kia Sorento 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful

This is not your typical Kia. With 242 horsepower this truck comes with lots of power, I was very impressed with the acceleration ability of this vehicle. Roars like a truck! Not annoying loud, just loud enough to remind you every time you start it that this is not a crossover SUV. Very stylish and fun to drive.

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5 out of 5 stars

Love it so far!

Amy K, 01/21/2009
2008 Kia Sorento LX 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful

Traded in my much too tiny and wimpy Dodge Caliber last week for my black Sorento LX and so far I couldn't be happier. It so much fun to drive. I actually look forward to driving to and from work each day... makes it fun. Acceleration is awesome, ride is smooth and strong, and driving is easy. It handles like a dream.

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3.63 out of 5 stars

Wish I had read the reviews

lsunburst, 08/18/2011
2008 Kia Sorento LX 4dr SUV 4WD (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
12 of 14 people found this review helpful

I bought a used Sorento with low miles a little less than a year ago. The car has been in the shop for a faulty transmission sensor 3 times without much of an explanation from the service department (the positive is all repairs have been covered under warranty). I wish I had read the reviews before purchasing, as the HARD shift and the passenger air bag comments would have alerted me I might not be happy with the choice. I have lost my faith in this car due to the transmission issues, and am looking at trading it in.

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5 out of 5 stars

It may of saved our lives!

Mgoble, 05/10/2009
2008 Kia Sorento LX 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful

On April 14, 2008 we were hit by van, and our Kia was totaled. Although all the damage was to our car, we walked away with a few minor bumps and bruises! It sayed upright and did not flip/roll. It was a wonderful car and we would buy one again.

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3.75 out of 5 stars

Decent for the price

gato6464, 09/16/2011
2009 Kia Sorento LX 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful

We got a 2009 Kia sorento used. It really is a nice running car. It drives very well for only a 6cylinder. Plenty of get up and go power. The interior is kinda cheap. We have had no problems other than the rear differential going bad. Luckily for us it was under warranty. I suggest keeping a head up on the maintenance or else they may not cover parts that go bad.

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