2018 Kia Sorento Engine Manual
Pre-facelift Kia Sorento 2.5 CRDi (Europe) There were two trim levels available for the Sorento: either the base LX or the up-level EX. Both models included an A/M-F/M stereo with a single-disc CD player and an eight-speaker audio system, dual front and front and rear side-impact SRS airbags (side-impact front and rear SRS airbags for North American-market models ONLY), cloth seating surfaces, a power-adjustable front driver's seat, air conditioning, power door locks and windows, tinted windows, aluminum-alloy wheels, keyless entry, wood interior trim accents, a split-folding second-row rear bench seat, and monotone exterior paint as standard equipment. Features such as satellite radio (on later models), leather-trimmed seating surfaces, heated front seats, a ten-speaker premium audio system, cassette and CD players, an in-dash CD changer, power front bucket seats, seventeen-inch (17') aluminum-alloy wheels, a power sunroof, two-tone exterior paint, and a security system were available regardless of trim level choice. 2000 chrysler 300m body control module. 2007–2008.
2007–2008 Kia Sorento LX (US) The 2007 Sorento received upgrades, such as the transition from the 3.5L to the 3.3L with 235 hp 226 lbft, and the 3.8L, boosting horsepower to 263 and torque to 257 lbft and increased tow capacity from 3500lbs to 5000lbs. Projector beam were added, along with new tail lamps. The 5-speed was no longer available; the 5-speed Sportmatic tip-tronic was made standard for all vehicles.
The EX trim had full-time AWD and 4x4 Low modes; The LX had a part-time system with 2WD High (rear wheel drive), 4WD High (not for dry pavement ) and 4WD Low modes. The 2007 Kia Sorento earned a five-star crash safety rating, the highest rating possible, for all seating positions in frontal and side impact crash tests conducted by the (NHTSA). Safety The 2003 Sorento received Poor to Average ratings from the (IIHS). The 2007 facelifted version had improved safety ratings for moderate overlap front crashes and head restraints & seats, but retained its Poor side impact rating. Interior The Kia Sorento was available in several different trim levels during its production run between 2011 and 2015, and each offered its own level of standard and optional equipment: Base: The Base was the least expensive model of the Sorento.
It offered the following standard features: a 2.4L Theta II Inline Four-Cylinder (I4) gasoline engine, a six-speed manual transmission, cloth seating surfaces, an AM-FM stereo with Satellite Radio, a single-disc CD/MP3 player, Bluetooth for hands-free phone and wireless stereo audio streaming, iPod/USB and auxiliary inputs, manually-adjustable dual front bucket seats, five-passenger seating, seventeen-inch (17') aluminum-alloy wheels, keyless entry, and power windows and door locks. There were no additional options for this trim level, and this trim level was available exclusively with Front Wheel Drive.
LX: The LX was the 'value-oriented' model of the Sorento. It added the following standard features to the Base: a six-speed automatic transmission (standard for 2015 models ONLY) and tinted windows. Additional features for this trim level included the Kia UVO touch-screen infotainment system with 4.3-inch color touch-screen display, a power-adjustable front driver's bucket seat, seven-passenger seating, a 3.3L Lambda II V6 gasoline engines, heated front seats and steering wheel, and a rear-view backup camera system. This trim level was available with either Front Wheel Drive or All Wheel Drive. EX: The EX was the luxury model of the Sorento. It added the following standard features to the LX: a six-speed automatic transmission, the Kia UVO touch-screen infotainment system with 4.3-inch color touch-screen display, eighteen-inch (18') aluminum-alloy wheels, leather-trimmed seating surfaces, dual power-adjustable front bucket seats, security system, and heated front seats and steering wheel. Additional options on this trim level included a 3.3L Lambda II V6 gasoline engine, heated second-row seats, a power sunroof, third-row seating, a rear-view backup camera system, a GPS navigation system, an premium amplified audio system with subwoofer, and keyless access with push-button start.
This trim level was available with either Front Wheel Drive or All Wheel Drive. SX: The SX was the top-of-the-line model of the Sorento. It added the following standard features to the EX: eighteen-inch (18') polished aluminum-alloy wheels, perforated leather-trimmed seating surfaces, third-row seating, a 3.3L Lambda II V6 gasoline engine, a GPS navigation system, an premium amplified audio system with subwoofer, keyless access with push-button start, a power sunroof, and a rear-view backup camera system.
There were few options availabnle on this trim level, except for the buyer's choice of either Front Wheel Drive or All Wheel Drive. SX Limited: The SX Limited model became available in 2013, adding more luxury features to the SX, such as: memory seating, remote start, unique perforated leather-trimmed seating surfaces, unique polished aluminum-alloy wheels, exterior color-keyed lower body accents, a 3.5L Lambda II V6 gasoline engine, and unique exterior and interior color options. This trim level was only available with All Wheel Drive. Safety The 2011 Sorento received a 'Top Safety Pick' rating from the (IIHS). Test Rating Overall: Moderate overlap front: Good Side: Good Roof strength: Good Head restraints & seats: Good Awards The 2011 Sorento was awarded the maximum five-star safety rating from the crash safety experts, (Euro NCAP) and (ANCAP). The XM Sorento awarded 'Top Safety Pick' from (IIHS) in the. The second generation Sorento was awarded Autocar magazine SUV of the Year, 'great looker, does absolutely everything as it should.
Engine is world class'. The Kia Sorento EX V6 model earned an “Excellent” overall score by magazine ’ July 2010 issue. Marketing As part of 2014 Sorento market launch in the US, a campaign titled 'It has an answer for everything' was unveiled during. 'Space Babies' (directed by ) commercial was premiered in the fourth quarter, featuring the existence of a faraway planet known as 'Babylandia' and follows infant boys, girls, dogs, pandas and more on their journey to Earth to join their new families. After taking it all in, the curious child begins to offer an alternative theory passed on by a friend but his quick-thinking father calls upon UVO's voice-activated jukebox feature to hurriedly change the subject and survive another day in the adventures of parenthood.
'Tight Space' (directed by Peter Darley Miller and Colin Jeffery) showed two of the CUV's available features – power-folding mirrors and power liftgate – help a determined father make the slimmest parking garage space manageable while his skeptical wife and children look on. Gallery Pre-facelift styling. This section needs additional citations for. Unsourced material may be challenged and removed. (January 2015) Third generation (UM) Overview Also called Kia Sorento Prime (Russia) Kia Sorento L (China) Production 2014–present 2015–present 2016-present (North America) Assembly South Korea: Malaysia: United States: Russia: Body and chassis, / Related Powertrain 3.3 V6 MPi 2.4 MPi 2.0 T-GDi 2.2 CRDi 2.0 CRDi 6-speed 6-speed 8-speed Dimensions 2,780 mm (109.4 in) Length 2016-2018: 4,760 mm (187.4 in) 2019: 4,800 mm (189.0 in) Width 1,890 mm (74.4 in) Height 1,685 mm (66.3 in) Kia Motors revealed the third generation Sorento in on August 28, 2014.
The vehicle later made its European debut at the 2014. The third generation Sorento shares a platform with the 2015, and is available in either 5-seater or 7-seater, depending on configuration. It is 95mm longer than the previous generation, but lower for better handling. KIA claims a rigidity strengthening of 14% on its high tensile steel and the Sorento scored good evaluation in small overlap crash test. In the U.S., the Sorento continues to be produced at the, assembly plant. Available engines are a 290 horsepower 3.3L, the existing 190 horsepower 2.4L that will make the same output as the outgoing engine, and the new 240 horsepower 2.0 I4. A 2.2L CRDi diesel engine with variable geometry turbocharger (VGT) is also available.
The third generation Sorento comes equipped with a six-speed or six-speed. Drivetrains are or, the latter only being available with the automatic transmission.
Interior In the United States, the 2016 Kia Sorento is offered in five models: The L is a new model, and base model, for 2016. It offers a 2.4L I4 engine that makes 190 HP with a six-speed automatic transmission, and is only available with front-wheel-drive. Standard features include an A/M-F/M radio with single-disc player and six speakers, and input jacks for an auxiliary audio device, as well as an or other device, and can be controlled from the Sorento's radio, and is also standard, as is and audio streaming. Also included are, cloth seating surfaces, and.
The LX was previously the base model, and is now an upgrade from the base model for 2016. It builds off of the L model, and also offers a 3.3L Lambda V6 engine that makes 290 HP, and is available with front-wheel-drive or all-wheel-drive. A Popular Package is offered that adds a radio, heated front seats, a, and front. The EX is the midlevel model, and offers a standard 2.0L I4 engine that makes 240 HP (the V6 engine is also available). The UVO radio comes standard, and there are seats as standard equipment. Third-row seating is also available.
Alloy wheels with black-finished inserts are standard equipment, as are fog lamps and heated seats. An EX Premium Package adds such features as an sound system, and more.
The SX begins the upper range, and comes with the V6 engine as standard. The navigation system comes standard, as does and the Infinity sound system. Push-button start with a comes standard.
The Limited, previously known as the SX Limited, offers the same I4 engine as standard and the V6 engine as optional in the EX and SX models. seating surfaces are standard equipment, as are heated and ventilated front seats, and heated rear seats. A panoramic sunroof is also standard, as are alloy wheels.
For 2017 the 5 passenger SX Limited is discontinued. The SXL is the top-of-the-line model, and offers the V6 engine as the only option. Loaded with Autonomous Braking, heated and cooled seats, Lane Departure Warning, HID Headlights, LED Front Fog Lights.
19' Alloy Wheels, UVO eServices with Navigation, 8' Color Touch-Screen Display, SiriusXM® Traffic, HD Radio™, Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay™, Infinity® 10-Speaker Audio w/ Clari-Fi™, External Amplifier & Subwoofer, HD Radio all as standard. Rear-Camera Display, Rear Parking Assist System (RPAS), Surround View Monitor (SVM), Blind-Spot Detection (BSD), System Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), Advanced Smart Cruise Control (ASCC), Forward Collision Warning System (FCWS) MY 2019 Facelift The Kia Sorento will receive a new front grille with refreshed headlamps and tail lamps in 2018 as a 2019 model year vehicle. The L, LX, EX, and SX trim levels will receive refreshed projector beam headlamps with LED positioning lights. The SXL trim levels will receive new LED headlamps with LED Daytime Running Lights, LED Amber Turn Signal and positioning lights, and LED tail lamps.
The Sorento SX trim is also available with LED headlamps as an option with the SX Touring Package. The EX and SX trim levels feature projector beam foglamps and SXL trim level has Full LED foglamps, the LED foglamps are also available on the SX trim level with the SX Touring Package. Other changes include new exterior colors, new wheels, third row seating now being standard on all trim levels with all engine types, driver attention warning system added to all trim levels, and a 2.4 liter engine will replace the 2.0 liter engine on lower trim levels. The 2019 Kia Sorento will feature a 3.3 liter V6 engine on higher trim levels. Five trim levels will be offered L, LX, EX, SX, and SXL. The trim levels are available with All Wheel Drive except for the base L trim level which is only available with Front Wheel Drive.
Safety The 2017 Sorento received a 'Top Safety Pick' rating from the (IIHS). Test Rating Overall: Small overlap front: Good Moderate overlap front: Good Side: Good Roof strength: Good Head restraints & seats: Good Front crash prevention: Superior Headlights: Good Child seat anchors (Latch) ease of use: Acceptable Marketing In November 2014, Kia Motors collaborated with to create a -themed Sorento to promote the home media release of. The custom Sorento made its debut at the, with a series of videos featuring teaming up with the to save the tennis event from the. In January 2015, Kia Motors released their Sorento commercial featuring. Sales Calendar year United States Canada Global 2002 8,451 2003 40,787 2004 52,878 2005 47,610 2006 50,672 2007 36,300 2008 29,699 2009 24,460 2010 108,984 2011 130,235 2012 119,597 219,154 2013 105,649 14,542 2014 102,520 2015 116,249 14,372 2016 114,733 2017 99,684 References. 2005 owner's manual. Retrieved 2017-03-13.
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