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Unreliable KIA Sorento
subalulf, 03/12/2014
2011 Kia Sorento EX 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
65 of 73 people found this review helpful
Our Kia Sorento (EX V6) had to have the transmission replaced at 15,000 miles (not the recalled version). The electrical panels replaced at 25k miles. Mysterious popping noise in axel went un-repaired because they couldn't figure out the issue. Interior component broke prior to 36k. It was supposed to be covered under warranty but local dealer network refused to repair. Claiming it was "broken" and not a factory defect. We did not "break" the part but customers have little recourse if the dealer network performs the evaluation (and damaged the part further during evaluation). In general, Kia corporate and the Kia dealers appear unreliable and unresponsive to multiple mechanical flaws.
Sweeeeeeet Vehicle
guppee, 03/24/2011
2011 Kia Sorento SX 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
17 of 18 people found this review helpful
Purchased Sorento SX AWD in Ebony Blk to replace '06 Sportage EX AWD. Had no problems w/ Sportage, but wanted something a little roomier.So far,(1800 mi.),decision was GREAT! Getting 2 MPG better overall with Sorento than smaller Sportage and performance is far better. Some other reviews of EX and LX models complain of harsh/stiff ride, but the DFD shocks on SX must take care of that, as ride/handling is terrific. Very good value,as any comparable vehicles with same equipment/features run $6--8k more.
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Hard to beat this KIA head to head
firstsergeant, 01/18/2014
2011 Kia Sorento EX 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
"We bought this vehicle in 2012. My wife drives this SUV on business trips everywhere." Although, most people do not like the harsh ride, it's designed to be a very stable and has a controlled stance. The engine power of the 3.5 is fine. With nearly 280 h.p. this vehicle will deliver. We have accumulated 85,000 miles so far. It's very easy on tires, brakes, and still has the original shocks and struts. The engine, transmission, and driveline are fine. The handling of the car still feels like factory new. We prefer the Bridgestone H/T 684 tires. They wear extremely well and even. The navigation, back-up feature, and interior lighting, (red) are great features. Buy one. Good for 200K.
Kia? That's right.
cheeks, 01/12/2010
2011 Kia Sorento EX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
16 of 17 people found this review helpful
Just purcahsed this vehicle this week and I have to say I never thought about Kia. I wanted a new 4Runner, but I could not get any kind of deal, but sticker plus. I was on the way home when I remembered that the Sorento redisgn for 2011 was to be released so I stop in and took one for a test drive. I am on the road about 40k miles a year for work and need a functional vehicle which will allow me to carry some samples and equipment. The one thing I love about this CUV is that it is large. I opted for the stogage in the back and no third row seating option. I have the 4 cylinder and will average about 24-25 in mixed driving. There are a lot of options for your money, great value. 0%/48.2.9%/60
I must have got a bad one. Brand new loaded SX
Asia, 08/11/2015
updated 02/12/2018
2011 Kia Sorento SX 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
It is now 2015 I Bought this brand new and it is still giving me problems. 2011 Sorento SX Burgundy, Pan moon roof, nav ....the top model for the year. First day I got the car home it wouldn't start. It has had so many recalls and issues such as. Backup camera blacked out. Power died when driving. (the alternator was replaced) The suspension was off (car pulled to the left). The moon roof creaked badly (dealer greased it again, didnt work). And even now the latest issue is when I get out and close the doors the sensors say that the doors are not closed. And that somehow makes the car go dead. I have to unhook the battery to get car to start. I'm not even mentioning all the issues. I have been trying to live with this purchase until the best time to move on. The Best thing is that the dealer ship has been easy to work with. But I will not buy a Kia again, afraid of being lured by the amenities and being burned later, by a unreliable car. And my car still has the new car smell! Update: I had to get rid of the brand new "Kia Lemon". I traded it in for a Brand new 2015 Nissan Murano. Now And I havent had any issues with this car.
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