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2024 Kia Sorento S V6 FWD review
Sure this entry-level Kia Sorento may look like a rental-spec vehicle on the outside, but inside it now finally feels fresh and up to date.
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Jack Quick
Kia Sorento vs Audi SQ7 Comparison
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CarExpert Score
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Based on the Kia Sorento S 7 SEAT
Based on the Audi SQ7 4.0 TFSI QUATTRO
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
Long distance driving
TowingFuel Efficiency
67L
107 to 650 km
85L
646 to 1029 km
Warranty
7 year - 8 year
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3 year - 5 year
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MSRP
$47,650 - $81,080
$162,377 - $175,400
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CarExpert's Take
Jack Quick
Assistant Production Editor
Jack Quick drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Doesn't feel like a base model inside
- Plenty of interior space
- Slick new infotainment system
Misses
- Very thirsty V6
- Annoying speed limit assist chimes
- No third-row airbag coverage
Scott Collie
Head of Content
Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Who doesn't love a V8
- Impressive interior technology
- Solid space in second row
Misses
- Third row tight alongside newer rivals
- It's a thirsty ol' bus
- Feeling its age in places
Standard Features
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Wireless phone charger | ||
| Powered tailgate | ||
| Rear air vents | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Climate control | ||
| Reversing sensors | ||
| Reversing camera | ||
| Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
- Premium Paint (+$695)
- Black Style Pack (+$1,450)
- Dynamic Pack (+$10,900)
- Exclusive Paint (+$7,600)
- Inlays - Carbon (+$1,950)
- Massage Seats Front (+$1,050)
Colours Available
The 2024 Kia Sorento is available in the following exterior paint colours:
- Clear White
- Silky Silver
- Steel Grey
- Mineral Blue
- Gravity Blue
- Aurora Black
- Snow White Pearl
- Volcanic Sand Brown
- Cityscape Green
All colours apart from Clear White cost an additional $695.
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Specs
| Type | ||
| TURBO CDI, MULTI POINT F/INJ, TUR GASOLINE DIR INJ | TWIN TURBO DIR F/INJ, TWIN TURBO CDI | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1598 - 3470 | 3956 - 3996 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 2.2L, 3.5L, 1.6L | 4.0L | |
| Induction | ||
| DIESEL TURBO 4, V6, TURBO 4 | TWIN TURBO V8 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| DUAL OVERHEAD CAM, VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 - 24 | 32 | |
| Power | ||
| 132kW - 200kW | 320kW - 373kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 3800 - 6300 | 3750 - 5500 | |
| Torque | ||
| 265Nm - 440Nm | 770Nm - 900Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1500 - 5000 | 1250 - 2000 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 10.5 - 16 | 10.1 - 16 | |
