8.1
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 Toyota Kluger Comparison
Kia Sorento
Toyota Kluger
2024 Kia
Sorento
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2024 Toyota
Kluger
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CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the suv large category, between scores of 7 and 8.6.
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Based on the Kia Sorento S 7 SEAT
Based on the Toyota Kluger GXL AWD
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
Long distance drivingFuel Efficiency
67L
107 to 650 km
65L - 68L
364 to 605 km
ANCAP Safety Rating
Warranty
7 year - 8 year
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5 year
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MSRP
$47,650 - $81,080
$47,650 - $83,535
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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
- Punchy turbocharged performance
- Much improved interior technology
- Comfortable ride and handling balance
Misses
- Interior is a bit dull
- $2000 more for the hybrid is tempting
- There's more luxury to be had in a CX-9
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)
- Mica Paint (+$675)
- Metallic Paint (+$675)
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.
The 2023 Toyota Kluger is available in the following exterior paint colours:
- Frosted White
- Silver Storm
- Graphite
- Atomic Rush
- Galena Blue
- Eclipse Black
- Saturn Blue
All paint colours except for Eclipse Black cost an additional $675.
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Specs
| Type | ||
| TURBO CDI, MULTI POINT F/INJ, TUR GASOLINE DIR INJ | TURBO DIRECT F/INJ, DIRECT FUEL INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1598 - 3470 | 2393 - 3456 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 2.2L, 3.5L, 1.6L | 2.4L, 3.5L, 2.5L | |
| Induction | ||
| DIESEL TURBO 4, V6, TURBO 4 | INLINE 4, V6 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| DUAL OVERHEAD CAM, VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 - 24 | 16 - 24 | |
| Power | ||
| 132kW - 200kW | 142kW - 218kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 3800 - 6300 | 6000 - 6600 | |
| Torque | ||
| 265Nm - 440Nm | 242Nm - 420Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1500 - 5000 | 1700 - 4700 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 10.5 - 16 | 11 - 14.02 | |
