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Used 2011 Kia Sorento SUV Consumer Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

Totally Suprised

Larry, 05/23/2010
2011 Kia Sorento LX 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

The Sorento's price, features, and ride totally amaze's me! I wasn't even LOOKING at Kia's! Stopped to look at a used Edge on the lot, and Don (salesmen) asked if I'd considered a Sorento. As he described features not standard on other models I was looking at he got my attention! I bought a 4 cyl. for the mpg which is much better than my Saturn Vue's manual. The ride is VERY car like, The cabin is SO quiet. Even the blinker and blower motor are quiet! And the satellite radio and blue tooth are luxury's I'd have never looked for, but seem indispensable now! It was the fifth SUV I drove (on a list of four) and I could not be happier. Even the sales experience- Was FUN! A+++ Kia!

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4.13 out of 5 stars

Quite Satisfied

Robert, 12/01/2010
2011 Kia Sorento SX 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I have to say, I really like this vehicle so far. Driving is enjoyable. The steering wheel is a bit heavy, but is not a distraction. The V6 engine has plenty of power. My gas mileage keeps going up the more I get used to it. Currently about 20 MPG in mixed driving. I am coming out of an Infiniti M35 and have not missed it. Comparatively, the backup camera is not quite as clear. The Bluetooth Phone connectivity was a bit challenging with two phones connected. Voice recognition is average. I found the transmission gearing a bit close and noticed some RPM pull in some downshifts. Overall I am very happy with the quality and driving impression of this car. Go drive one!

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Pull back problems

syracusepro, 11/18/2010
2011 Kia Sorento LX 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I love the satellite radio, the Bluetooth so I can answer my phone or make calls by name or number, speaking to the car. Manual 6 speed or auto is fine. Up and down hill support is good too. Seat heaters and sunglasses holder is a great thing to have too.

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5 out of 5 stars

Best Vehicle!

Brooke, 11/14/2010
2011 Kia Sorento LX 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I love my new Sorento! As of all new models they sometimes have problems, had a recall fix but with no other problems! I wouldn't trade this vehicle for anything. Its so fun to drive and the 4 cyl gets great gas mileage with all the power I need. I would recommend Shottenkirk Kia of Quincy Il to anyone. they are great and really treat their customers from everything to the sale to follow up to service!

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4.13 out of 5 stars

Bad Purchase

Paul M, 05/28/2010
2011 Kia Sorento EX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Traded in a 2008, lx, v6,4x4, real mistake. The 2011 sorento lx 4 cyl. Has loud strut noise, rides rough, loud road noise and the transmission whines on the 4 cyl. The 4 cyl only gets 1 mpg better than my v-6 got. I was told undercoating would help, it didn't. The only solution for the tranny noise was to play the radio louder. This was my fourth Kia in four years. The only good one was the 2008 sorento. Don't take a short test drive on a smooth road like I did.

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