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2018 Kia Sorento
The 2018 Kia Sorento is a large SUV. When it was new, prices in Australia typically ranged from $42,990 for the Si variant and topping out at $58,990 for the Gt-Line variant.
There are 4 variants of the Sorento available in Australia and this generation went on sale in late-2017.
The 2018 Sorento was offered with a 7 year, unlimited km warranty.
Engine options for the Kia Sorento include 2.2 in-line 4-cylinder turbo (147kW/440Nm), 2.2 in-line 4-cylinder turbo (147kW/441Nm) and 3.5 v6 (206kW/336Nm). All variants feature 8-speed automatic with manual mode transmission. Both front-wheel drive and 4x4 configurations are available.
- Retail Price
- $42,990 - $58,990â€
- Transmission
- 8-speed auto
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4 or Front
- Fuel Type
- Unleaded or Diesel
- Body Types
- SUV
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion
- Retail Price
- $42,990 - $58,990â€
- Transmission
- 8-speed auto
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4 or Front
- Fuel Type
- Unleaded or Diesel
- Body Types
- SUV
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion
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2018 Kia Sorento
Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
2018 Kia Sorento
Available Variants
The Kia Sorento comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Si and the most expensive being Gt-Line.
2018 Kia Sorento
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Power to Weight
69.64 - 103.36 kW/t
52.95 kW/t
117.61 kW/t
Boot Space
320 litres
131 litres
742 litres
Fuel Efficiency
7.2 - 10 L/100km
5.7 L/100km
11.9 L/100km
Vehicle Range
710 - 986 km
606 km
1,263 km
Price
$42,990 - $58,990
$36,240
$84,490
Warranty (Years)
7 years
3 years
7 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 5 years
1 year
5 years
Service Interval
12 months
3 months
12 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,630 - 2,660 kg
2,100 kg
3,300 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
2,000 kg
1,000 kg
3,500 kg
Approach Angle
16.9°
14.7°
36.6°
Departure Angle
21°
15.3°
28°
Ground Clearance Unladen
185 mm
180 mm
242 mm
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S
2024
$50,680
S
2026
$51,630
Sport
2024
$53,300
Sport
2026
$54,250
Sport+
2024
$58,230
Sport+
2026
$59,180
Gt-Line
2024
$65,590
Gt-Line
2026
$66,540
Gt-Line
2023
$81,080
Year
2026
2024
2023
Engine Type
3.5L Combustion
2.2L Combustion
1.6L Hybrid
1.6L PHEV
Fuel
Unleaded
Diesel
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Body Type
SUV
Number of Doors
5 Doors
Drivetrain
Front
4x4
Maximum Power
200 kW
148 kW
169 kW
195 kW
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2018 Kia Sorento
Dimensions
4,800 mm
1,890 mm
1,690 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,800 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,890 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,690 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,780 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,400 mm |
| Load Capacity | 637 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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Kia Sorento
Sales Data
20249,791Total Sales
20258,745Total Sales
2026463YTD Sales
Kia Sorento Sales rolling 12-months#
*Based on VFACTS and EVC data
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2018 Kia Sorento
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Kia Sorento is the Si variant that starts from $42,990.
See all Kia Sorento PricingThe most expensive Kia Sorento is the Gt-Line variant that starts from $58,990.
See all Kia Sorento PricingThe best towing capacity of a Kia Sorento is 2000 kg shared by all variants.
See all Kia Sorento towing capacityThe largest Kia Sorento is the Si variant which measures 1890mm wide, 4800mm in length and sits 1690mm tall.
The most powerful variants with 206kW of power and 336nm of torque are the Si, Sport and SLi variants.
The Kia Sorento is built in Korea and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Kia Sorento is the Si variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2660 kg.
The Kia Sorento may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Diesel or Unleaded.
# Based on VFACTS and EVC data
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