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KIA Sorrento EX 2.0T-You Won't Be Disappointed
Dr TR Klosinski, 04/12/2016
2016 Kia Sorento EX 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
44 of 46 people found this review helpful
I disagree with the Reviewer's Cons: That the" 2.0 Turbo lacks punch from a standstill ". I have to feather the gas pedal at a stop light to avoid spinning the wheels! This engine has plenty of punch at any speed, I promise you-especially after the engine is broken in. I have about 13,000 miles now. Coast to coast from sea level to 9,000 feet in the mountains. The great thing about the Turbo is you don't loose power at higher elevations. The EX is so quiet and comfortable I can drive 800 miles and still go dancing! To date I have had zero problems with this car. I ditched my 2014 Honda CRV for this car as too noisy, slow, bad handling and uncomfortable for road trips.
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Exceptional CUV (Updated)
Brett, 07/23/2015
updated 02/02/2023
2016 Kia Sorento Limited 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 6A)
54 of 57 people found this review helpful
Still satisfied with my Kia Sorento. Reliability is solid. Not one complaint in ownership. The service department on the other hand, is a different story. I takes 2 or 3 weeks for a simple oil change! Unacceptable... ____________________________________________________________________________ Almost five years of ownership and I still completely satisfied. No problems at all. Routine maintenance, battery, tires, wipers only. Mechanically, as solid as the day I bought my Sorento! ************************************************************************************************ 15 Months of ownership and my original opinion of the Sorento still stands. Quiet, comfortable with no compromises. Completely satisfied with my purchase! ***************************************************************************** After endless hours of online comparisons, expert and consumer reviews, I finally narrowed my Premium Midsize CUV search. We test drove MDX, RX, Limited Highlander, Platinum Murano, and Sorento SXL V6. (Not a fan of domestic brands and European makers rides too stiff) In a nut shell all vehicle had attributes, but we decided on the Sorento for the following reasons: The right size - perfect size for my family; with an emergency 3rd row as needed. A full suite of safety and luxury amenities, that are second to none of the aforementioned CUV's. Exceptional ride quality with a hushed cabin, second by a slim margin to the RX (which looks dated). Controls are intuitive and uncluttered - equal, if not superior to the Murano (exterior too radical for my taste). Exceptional warranty - Basic 5 Year 60,000 miles/10 Year 100,000 mile Power Train; superior to all brands. Thousands of dollars less than a comparably equipped luxury brand and sacrificed nothing...well maybe brand snobbery. Favorite Features - Large Panoramic Sunroof, exceptional connectivity and Infinity sound system with clarify, Surround View Monitor, ride quality and Smart Lift Gate and Enhanced Smart Cruise Control. No brand snobbery. I could go on but no need. Small improvements - Power tilt telescoping missing (manual only) Forward Collision Auto Braking (Only audible warning)
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Some Good and Some Not as Good
Jon, 03/20/2016
updated 03/22/2017
2016 Kia Sorento SX 4dr SUV AWD (3.3L 6cyl 6A)
53 of 56 people found this review helpful
We’ve had the Sorento 14 months, and our impressions are some good and some not as good. We have not had to take the car back to the dealer for a single problem--which is probably the single most important good thing about the vehicle. It is a well built vehicle. First the good things: 1. Love the body design and overall exterior and interior look of the vehicle. 2. The ride is very smooth and quiet, with ample power for passing and hopping onto the freeway. 3. Gas mileage is above what they rated it to be. We’re getting over 25 mpg on highway and 21-22 in the city. and that's in the 7 passenger, 6 cylinder, 3.3 liter SX 4. It has a very short turning-radius for that long a vehicle. 5. There’s ample leg-room in all 3 rows of seats, but the headroom (with a sunroof) is a little too low in the 3rd row of seats. 6. I like the manual shifting capability. It makes driving on winding mountain roads a lot easier on the brake pads. 7. The blind-spot warning and reverse warning systems work well to assist in driving. The visibility when backing up is not as good as we'd like, so the backup camera and warning system help in that regard. 8. I like that the leg room along the "hump" (console area) next to your right leg is much better than in many of the other vehicles we test-drove--like the Nissan Murano and Infiniti QX30. Some of the not so good features are: 1. Entering and exiting the 3rd row seats is a slightly difficult. 2. The front seats are a little too firm, and the power lumbar is slightly noticeable even when fully contracted. 3. The steering wheel position could be allowed to go lower and farther out. 4. I liked the CVT transmission on our traded in Murano, so I do miss that smooth, quiet shifting.
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!!! MUST BUY !!!
M S, 02/05/2016
updated 08/12/2019
2016 Kia Sorento Limited 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 6A)
29 of 30 people found this review helpful
I just bought a loaded 2016 KIA Sorento SXL with the Technology Package and the 3.3 peppy V6 . Having owned a Lexus RX before, luxury SUV and KIA was simply not on my radar until I inadvertently came across an online article about this Sorento that piqued my interest. So after 18 hours of online research and watching YouTube video reviews, I was amazed to read the many glowing written reviews and hear the positive video reviews of this newly designed seven seat Sorento. A trip to the KIA dealer ensued and I am so glad to have went. This 2016 KIA Sorento SXL blew me away when I saw it up close and drove it. Rick Jacobs at Fucillo KIA knew this SUV inside and out, he answered every question I threw at him. With the Sorento's luxurious curb appeal, the way it handled, its numerous safety features, its voice activated navigation, long warranty and beautiful two tone ivory and black Nappa leather interior, I was hooked. After 6 months of driving my Kia Sorento, I am completely satisfied! It is everything I had hoped and expected this SUV to be. There have been no issues at all!!! Incredibly quiet cabin and comfortable Nappa leather makes driving this Sorento a pleasure. Would definitely encourage others to buy this vehicle!!! My KIA Sorento is now a year old and still the BEST SUV I have ever purchased. Have had no problems whatsoever! This SUV continues to be the best vehicle I have ever bought. No problems at all and there is plenty of power when a pass is needed. Bought this KIA Sorento brand new in 2016 and would do it again!!!!! I am a perfectionist and this SUV has been flawless. Would recommend it to anyone considering the purchase of this vehicle. Oh wait....I did have one flat tire which the dealer promptly replaced at no cost. Seriously though, this KIA is everything I expected it to be and more. After 3 years of owning this KIA Sorento, this SUV has continued to perform flawlessly. Way to go KIA for making me a very satisfied SUV owner!!! Still satisfied 9,000 miles later....no issues at all...very reliable KIA SUV!!!
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Traded my AUDI for this KIA... & NOT LOOKING BACK!
Kent Johnson, 01/17/2016
2016 Kia Sorento Limited 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
17 of 17 people found this review helpful
Bought this Sorento 8 months ago, and we've driven it every day around town and taken it on cross-country touring. We're very, very pleased. This is no 1990's Kia. My previous car was an Audi A8L - a very premium car - and I'm actually more comfortable in the Sorento. I know these two cars are not really comparable, but for what it's worth, the Sorento is a quieter, smoother and more enjoyable vehicle. (OK, so it's not as fast, and it doesn't take corners the same; but it does what I need it to do, flawlessly). A non-quantifiable assessment that's perhaps most germane: This car makes me smile. (And not just because it cost half of what I paid for the Audi). It is a really nice piece of machinery. The little engine has ample power for an SUV; and I saw 27 mpg overall in our cross-country trip, including short stop and go forays in several cities. (Around 22 in town; averaging almost 24). The huge panoramic sunroof is fun. The longer we drive it, the more unexpected positives we discover. The active speed control is fantastic; keeps distance from car ahead and slows to a full stop if necessary, then starts again without touching accelerator (unless you're stopped more than 20 seconds). Blind spot warning is flawless. The lane keep assist warning is helpful. Automatic opening hatch has been a real help when carrying groceries, etc. The downloadable apps are useful. The voice recognition actually recognizes words (a lot better than my Audi). The sound system with the tech package is pretty good. Especially down here in Dallas, the cooled front seats are a happy surprise. Obviously, I'm not swayed by those who insist on a luxury brand. I deeply appreciate quality, regardless of its author. Give me the genuine experience of excellence over a label any day.
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