Model Tested: 2017 Kia Sorento SXL AWD
Engine: 3.3-liter V-6, 290 horsepower 252 lb-ft torque
Transmission: 6-speed automatic, all-wheel-drive
EPA Rating: 17-mpg city/23-mpg highway/19-mpg combined
Base Price: $45,700
As Tested: $46,990
Performance:
Smooth V-6 engine and 6-speed automatic
Pleasant highway ride
Drive modes: regular, Eco, and sport
Blind spot monitor
4×4 locking center differential
Traction control
Hill Start Assist
Autonomous Emergency Braking System
OK fuel economy—we averaged 17.4-mpg city
Comfort:
Three temperature heated and ventilated front seats
Super stretch-out front legroom
Heated steering wheel
Thick, wood and leather steering wheel
Good auxiliary controls
Driver power lumbar support
No passenger lumbar adjustment
Soft headrests
Big, wide sunvisors
Good second row knee room
Flat floor for second row
Highly adjustable, sliding second row seats
Adults fit in middle position of second row
Soft, wide second row armrest
Very snug third row seating
Utility:
Hands-free power liftgate
Flat cargo floor
Grocery size space behind third row seats
Nice below deck storage behind third row
Four projector-style driving lamps
Huge panoramic sunroof
HVAC controls for third row occupants
Medium, locking glovebox
Big, deep center console storage bin
Ample covered storage in front of shifter with power and USB ports
Medium size front door bins with big bottle notches
Small second row door bins
Large seatback storage pouches
Pull-up second row sunshades
Bright LED interior lighting
WOW Factors:
Handsome styling
Outstanding front row legroom
Room for five adults and two children
Versatile passenger/cargo configurations
Panoramic sunroof brightens interior
Whines:
Very small third row seats
Owner’s manual hogs glovebox
Bottom Line:
The 2017 Kia Sorento SXL is a handsome, spacious, seven-passenger SUV with lots of upscale features in the SXL trim. The engine and transmission are very smooth and high-tech safety features are great. Excellent warranty
and build quality.
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