2021 Kia Sorento EX
Kia Sorento Details
Manual
4 Cyl, 2.5L
Everlasting Silver
AWD
Gasoline
21,840 Miles
Black
LK404A
5XYRHDLF1MG045987
Leatherette
EX
Estimated Payment
$0 / month
About This 2021 Kia Sorento
Recent Arrival! CARFAX One-Owner. Everlasting Silver 2021 Kia Sorento EX AWD 8-Speed DCT 2.5L I4 DGI Turbocharged DOHC 16V LEV3-ULEV70 281hp 21/28 City/Highway MPG AWD, 18" Machine-Finished Alloy Wheels, 3.316 Axle Ratio, 3rd row seats: split-bench, 4-Wheel Disc Brakes, 6 Speakers, ABS brakes, Air Conditioning, Alloy wheels, AM/FM radio: SiriusXM, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Auto High-beam Headlights, Automatic temperature control, Brake assist, Bumpers: body-color, Cargo Net, Carpeted Floor Mats, Cross Bars (Interim), Delay-off headlights, Driver door bin, Driver vanity mirror, Dual front impact airbags, Dual front side impact airbags, Electronic Stability Control, Exterior Parking Camera Rear, Four wheel independent suspension, Front anti-roll bar, Front Bucket Seats, Front Center Armrest, Front dual zone A/C, Front fog lights, Front reading lights, Fully automatic headlights, Heated door mirrors, Heated Front Bucket Seats, Heated front seats, Illuminated entry, Knee airbag, Leather Shift Knob, Leather steering wheel, Low tire pressure warning, Occupant sensing airbag, Outside temperature display, Overhead airbag, Overhead console, Panic alarm, Panoramic Sunroof Package, Passenger door bin, Passenger vanity mirror, Power door mirrors, Power driver seat, Power Liftgate, Power steering, Power Sunroof w/Power Sunshade, Power windows, Premium Leatherette Seat Trim, Radio data system, Radio: AM/FM Audio System, Rear air conditioning, Rear anti-roll bar, Rear reading lights, Rear Seat Entertainment System, Rear window defroster, Rear window wiper, Remote keyless entry, Roof rack: rails only, Security system, Speed control, Speed-sensing steering, Split folding rear seat, Spoiler, Steering wheel mounted audio controls, Tachometer, Telescoping steering wheel, Tilt steering wheel, Traction control, Trip computer, Turn signal indicator mirrors, Variably intermittent wipers, AWD.
Features & Options
- Panoramic Sunroof Package: Power Sunroof with Power Sunshade; Power Sunroof with Power Sunshade
- Rear Seat Entertainment System
- Interior Lighting Kit
- Cross Bars (interim)
- Carpeted Floor Mats
- Cargo Net
- Apple CarPlay & Android Auto smart device wireless mirroring
- Lane Following Assist (LFA) hands-on cruise control
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist - Pedestrian
- Rear mounted camera
- Lane Keep Assist System (LKAS)
- Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist-Rear (BCA-R) & Parallel Exit active blind spot system
- Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance-Assist (RCCA)
- Smart Cruise Control (SCC)
- Brake assist system
- Cruise control with steering wheel mounted controls
- Smart Power Liftgate power liftgate rear cargo door
- Keyfob remote engine start
- Heated driver and front passenger seats
- Rear entertainment system with DVD player
- Leatherette front seat upholstery
- Primary monitor touchscreen
- Fixed third-row seats
- First and second-row sliding and tilting glass sunroof with express open/close activation sunshade
- Driver seat power reclining
- lumbar support
- cushion tilt
- fore/aft control and height adjustable control
- DYNAMAX automatic full-time AWD
- 2.5L I-4 port/direct injection
- DOHC
- variable valve control
- intercooled turbo
- regular unleaded
- engine with 281HP
- Front wireless smart device charging
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA)
- Driver Attention Warning (DAW)
- Smart Key with hands-free access and push button start
- Automatic brake hold
- Bluetooth wireless audio streaming
- Smart Liftgate proximity cargo area access release
- Safe Exit Assist external exit warning system
- Dual-zone front climate control
- High Beam Assist (HBA) auto high-beam headlights
- Second-row bucket seats
- Manual fold into floor third-row seat
- Immobilizer
- Bluetooth handsfree wireless device connectivity
- External memory control
- 8 USB ports
- Electronic stability control system with anti-roll
- Downhill Brake Control (DBC)
- Hill Start Assist Control (HAC)
- Automatic climate control
- Rear Occupant Alert (ROA) rear seat check warning
- Parking Distance Warning rear parking sensors
- LED front fog lights
- Leather steering wheel
- Manual rear child safety door locks
- Roof rails
- Heated driver and passenger side door mirrors
- Driver selectable steering effort
- Manual tilting steering wheel
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2021 Kia Sorrento X-Line SX Prestige Review
Kia’s smart approach to better differentiating their trim lines is the path to success. It started with the redesigned Soul, then the Seltos and now this all-new Sorento. It’s part of their “Kia For Everyone” philosophy and for the Sorento that means 4 distinct powertrains and an X-Line model that takes on the mantle of an off-road SUV.The Sorento is one of Kia’s best-selling nameplates. It arrived in 2002 and has since grown into a 3-row segment heavy hitter, battling the likes of the Toyota Highlander, Honda Pilot and Nissan Pathfinder. But with this all-new 4th generation model, Kia is giving the Sorento a fresh perspective. The V6 is gone, a pair of hybrids is in and this hero model takes the Sorento in a more premium yet rugged direction.
This X-Line SX-Prestige gets the “off-road look” with exclusive bumpers, unique 20” wheels and a bridge-type roof rack. There’s also a 1” increase in ride height, standard all-wheel drive with a center locking differential and hill decent control. So this is the Sorento you want if you have a more adventurous family.
And then inside, there’s real leather, heated and ventilated front seats, a heated steering wheel, a disappointing Bose audio system, a Surround View Monitor with conveniently located console button, the big digital instrument cluster, parking assistance, paddle shifters for the 8-speed and a few other nominal upgrades. And this is the only model that receives a snow mode for the Drive Mode Select system and a 10-way adjustable passenger seat as standard equipment. But there is one odd omission at the lofty SX level; no wireless Android Auto or Apple CarPlay. Yes, you get the bigger touchscreen navi but this unit doesn’t support wireless phone projection while the lesser trims do…Kia’s got to fix that. And while I’m on it; I find this system to be less user-friendly than in previous Kias. It looks great and it has fantastic features – I’m a sucker for these mood settings that create great ambience – but it’s a long reach from the driver and there aren’t any redundant buttons closer to you on the center console.
I’ve had this Sorento for a long weekend now and my initial impressions are still the strongest; for one, the turbocharged engine is an eye-opener. It’ll immediately grab your attention for how quick it steps off. 2) the cabin exceeds $40,000 expectations. I mean, this rust package looks great and the tech is sharp and robust in its offerings and lastly, it’s not a Telluride replacement – the drive just isn’t up to that level of finesse and for $3,000 more, it would definitely have me thinking.
With 281 horsepower and 311 pound-feet of torque, 0-to-60mph takes about 7.5 seconds but feels ever quicker with the aggressively geared dual clutch transmission. You have to go light on the gas pedal to avoid abrupt takeoffs. These manual-like gearboxes sometimes come with unwanted characteristics but not here…you’d never know this wasn’t a traditional auto. And as compared with the outgoing model, gas mileage is improved by 20%, rated at 24mpg. That’s better than Toyota and Honda but if it’s MPGs you’re chasing then the Sorento Hybrid is where it’s at, rated at 37mpg. This new platform reduces weight and improves driving dynamics. The various drive modes including a Smart setting and energetic Sport configuration work very well to change up the Kia’s demeanor and the cabin is whisper quiet but it’s even more impressive when driving on unpaved roads where the chassis soaks up uneven terrain and the locker works to keep all 4-wheels in play at all times. It’s not for crazy trails but for runs to the lake or that off the grid camp it feels as rugged as it looks. Speaking of which, is it just me or does this design remind you of the Dodge Journey?
This generation also affords more interior space. I love how easy it is to rearrange these seats and the third row is a usable one. So whether you’re getting kids in and out of the rear or configuring for cargo, the mechanisms are easy and complete. There are USB ports build into the seats, an airy environment with the pano roof, lots of stretch out room and a hands-free liftgate with underfloor storage in the back. Easy conversation tech that amplifies the driver’s voice and a sleepy time mode that kills the rear speakers are other cool family perks. There’s full driver assistance tech for keeping the Sorento safe and in its lane and even blind zone cameras when you trigger the turn signal. And the iconic Kia startup and exit music is now even more robust sounding. MSRP as-tested is $43,960.
It’s a short introductory loan this time around as the Sorento is just being launched but I’ve seen enough to know that Kia has another hit on its hands. Is it too close in price to the bigger Telluride? Time will tell.