Paris 2014: Kia Unveils Updated 2016 Sorento
Behold the new face of the 2016 Kia Sorento as revealed at the 2014 Paris Auto Show.
The updated SUV holds either five or seven passengers depending on configuration, with increases in head- and legroom within its overall measurement of 188 inches. The cargo area also gained more space, now at 21.3 cubic feet with all rows folded down; the second row is split 40/20/40.
Up front — in Europe, at least — two diesel and one gasoline four-bangers will be available to move the Sorento around: an entry-level 2-liter with 182 horses and 297 lb-ft of torque, mated exclusively to a six-speed auto; a 2.2-liter with 197 horsepower and 325 lb-ft of torque; and a 2.4-liter with 185 horses and 178 lb-ft of torque.
Inside, plenty of safety technology can be fitted, including backup camera, lane departure, speed limit informer et al. Sound deadening materials help cut interior noise up to 6 percent, while all occupants will be treated to leather and soft-touch materials.
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So according to the posts thus far, the new Sorento looks like a BMW, Audi/VW, Acura, Volvo and Grand Cherokee. And earlier comments kept bringing up the Toyota Highlander (?). Wouldn't mistake it for any of them.
Apologies for the delay, but the live photos for the Sorento are now up!