Kia Sorento

"Excellent Handling"

"I have intermittent hesitation when turning to the right, meaning the car stops for a second when turning to the right then picks up and goes forward. Doesn't do it often enough for dealer to find out where the problem is. I've had the car for 2 months."

"husband drives a lot of miles for work, and he finds this Kia to be incredibly comfortable for long distance/many hours of driving because it handles well in all types of weather, never hesitates when accelerating, and the steering is very responsive."

"Amazing acceleration and performance. Do drive, on highways, faster than average and still pleasantly surprised by mileage and the ease that engine performs at 120 to 140 kph."

"Not enough power. Constantly changing gears to reach a reasonable speed. Not smooth."

"3.3L V6 is powerful and a pleasure to drive. Fuel economy leaves a bit to be desired, but perhaps that's to be expected with a large engine."

"The 290 HP V6 provides plenty of power for this size vehicle. The engine runs smooth and combined with the Auto transmission it shifts smoothly."

"Acceleration is perfectly acceptable through the range. I speed, and this allows me to driver aggressively in Houston on the toll ways easily. I average 70 mph for an 30 minutes each way, and control and responsiveness is impressive. The adjustable steering options is a nice add on for different types of driving or just the way you feel that day. Handling is a dream, I can take parking spots and make u-turns easier and faster than in most the cars (sports being some of them) I've owned. 3 y"

"Best thing is that it handles well and accelerates well when fullly loaded"

"acceleration, handling and size."

"My wife likes the driving and handling"

"nothing really stands out. handling is very good. acceleration is good for a four cylinder engine"

"The steering has no feeling whatsoever. There are three settings for steering: Sport, Normal, and Comfort. None are quite right. They don't translate what the wheels are doing, and what the road surface is doing. Just not very responsive."

"I have the V6 engine & it has plenty of power plus gets excellent mileage on the road."

"Lot of power. Only problem is bead battery several times when my wife listens to radio at lunch time."

"acceleration, handling,comfort"

"Fine otherwise."

"This car has some awesome power when you need it."

"Acceleration is lackluster if in "Active ECO" mode. It has ok acceleration in standard mode (4-cyl engine) but considering the weight of the vehicle and size of the engine, is to be expected. Cornering is just ok - I wouldn't take any corners at a high speed due to body roll."

"Love the fact that minimum pressing on gas gives excellent acceleration. Handles well too."

"Great turning radius. Acceleration is responsive."

"Good acceleration and steering"

"The Kia 3.3 liter, 290 HP V-6 gives the Sorento roughly the same weight/HP ratio as my previous Porsche 911 (not my current 911). The Kia isn't a Porsche, but in a straight line, it accelerates like one. The engine/transmission drive line is very well matched and the engine is extremely smooth and quiet, while providing exhilarating acceleration. The vehicle also handles extremely well, taking off ramps safely and confidently at speeds well above the posted. For an SUV, it exhibits very little body roll and the steering, in sport mode, is very responsive while providing decent road feel."

"Pliny of power"

"Smooth ride. Quick acceleration."

"Poor acceleration. Good turning radius. Handles well in the winter and wet roadways."

"Great car but suspension is jerky"

"Great acceleration and power throughout. Handles extremely well for the size and weight of an suv."

"good acceleration"

"I like the way the vehicle drives and handles. I would buy another one - but they redesigned the interior and I don't like the dash board!"

"I am impressed with the acceleration and in general handles well"

"Accelerates when I need it to. Stops when I want to break."

"Easy to drive and like the speed control"

"The acceleration has deteriorated somewhat and there is a pause when you step on the gas quickly compared to when I first purchased the vehicle."

"2.4L GDI engine has great pickup. Vehicles handles well and has comfortable ride."

"My 2014 Kia Sorento drives like a dream, both on the open road and in town. Smooth, steady ride. Acceleration is very good. Nice to know I have the power to move when I need it. Suspension could be a bit beefier to handle a car load full of passengers."

"The seat comfort could be enhanced by making the seats a little larger and by adding additional padding to them.They are very slightly uncomfortable for larger passengers."

"Doesn't have manuel control."

"Very comfortable ride and extra features like fold in mirrors are nice"

"Cabin is too narrow, not enough elbow room. Also, some of the controls on the steering wheel and above the central rearview mirror are not backlit, so they are impossible to use at night."

"Seats fit me well."

"Cabin Noise suppression is above average, Audio System is exceptional. The AC System is great, blows hard cold, and having the rear controls and 3rd row controls cools everyone off no matter how packed you are (3rd seat ac mostly gets used for 2nd set for 2nd Row passengers). Took a 2 week road trip in this thing with 15 year old daughter and wife, and comfort was never a thought, IE, we were all comfortable enough that it didn't even register as a thought to discuss further, which is the way"

"I don't like the seat headrests. I feel like my head is pushed forward. I have to recline the seat in order to get comfort. I wish it would adjust back."

"The seats are relatively hard for long trips"

"The ride is far better than the Jeep ( which I leased before the Sorento"

"great for long trips - excellent touring vehicle-- a pleasure to drive"

"We take long trips and the Sorento gives us the comforted needed."

"There are no controls for air or heat for passengers riding in the back."

"The A/C ices over on long trips in the hot and humid summer. It gets so bad that the air flow is totally blocked off. You have to turn it off, or warm it up to thaw it out. It's been this way since we bought it new in April 2013. Kia doesn't have a fix for this problem yet. I spent 5 hrs at the dealer last week while they worked on the computer. The factory said it should work fine in normal a/c, but will still ice up in max a/c. No cure for that yet. What good is a warranty if they can't fix it"

"The ride is much more stiff compared to the 2016 sedona we have. Like to have that ride in the sorrento"

"Seats could be softer and ride could be plusher."

"Very comfortable on long trips. Drove this car from NY to FL & back several times."

"Relaxing seats and good sound system"

"seats comfortable, heated steering wheel"

"Wind noises get louder the longer we own vehicle."

"comfort. the drivers seat tilts a little"

"Heated and or cooled seats. Very enjoyable quiet ride. Wouldn't trade it for any brand or model from the North American auto makers."

"I love the heated & air conditioned seats! The ride could be a lot smoother. And there is more road noise than liked."

"Love the leather seats and they wear great. Also, the seat heating and cooling is a really nice feature we use regularly. The car’s transmission sometimes makes noise when we go over a bump or turn."

"Acceleration and hoped for re Iability."

"Comfort all around is good. The ride is smooth and takes minor bumps well. Road noise is good (it also depends a lot on tires - we bought it used and replaced the Chinese tires with Michelin LTX tires all around - huge difference). Seats are decently supportive and holding up well."

"Comfortable seats. Struggles to accelerate with a 4 cylinder."

"Hitting small bumps in roadway vehicle sounds and acts as if I’ve hit a crater on the moon."

"IT IS A TOP OF THE LINE SXL. LUXURIOUS! VERY SMOOTH QUIET RIDE."

"Seats are pretty comfortable for a person 6' tall and weighting 200 lb. Adjust ability is good, but I wish the lumbar support would adjust a little further down the seat back . I like the ventilated seat s (specifically here in south west Florida) The vehicle is very quiet, and the almost 300 hp provide ample power to propel the vehicle ahead without becoming noisy."

"Driver seat is very uncomfortable for my neck and back. It is difficult to get I to a comfortable position."

"Very comfortable seats, easily adjustable. Cabin is very quiet. The Sorento rides very well over potholes, bad roads, and handles well"

"Here in South, we have some highways with coarse pavement that amplifies the road noise. When I get on those roads the noise is horrible. You can't carry on a conversation and forget the radio, it's drowned out by the noise. Funny thing you didn't mention anything about road noise in your road test for the 2014 Sorento. Since then I don't put too much faith in your ratings for noise, etc."

"Seats are comfortable, but adjustments are all manual on this model and somewhat limited. It is a little noisier than expected but probably normal for this class, and ride a little more road feel particularly when a little rough."

"very comfortable for my daily ride to work"

"Ive had two of the vehicle's fuel injectors replaced - it affected acceleration. In addition, I had had to have all the brake roters replaced - they rusted!!!!!"

"I have numerous disc herniations an the seat have excellent support."

"The poor ride in front passenger seat. The suspension does not provide a smooth ride going thru even slight bumps and potholes. It is especially noted in this passenger seat. The seats themselves are comfortable but this area does not seem to absorb the shocks of normal road conditions. Very bumpy ride as opposed to other areas in the car."

"The seats are comfortable, adjustable, heated & cooled. For a mid-size SUV, there is road noise on rough roads. T"

"This is the most comfortable car I have ever owned. We take long trips in it and really enjoy it a lot."

"On longer drives the seats are not comfortable, very stiff. We are getting a lot of road noise from the tires which are not worn out but possibly do to age. Drivetrain (AWD) sounds and feels clunky when turning. Had it checked several times and was told nothing found."

"First, it must be known that I have a back condition that produces pain for me off & on all day. I cannot stand, sit, (in most chairs) for very long without pain. The seats in my Sorento are so comfortable & have such a wide range of adjustability, that I can drive for hours, (with short stops every couple of hours) without much problem at all. I love this about my Sorento."

"Seats are comfortable, and even on long trips are very good support wise. The seats do have a raised area around the outer edge of the seat part that give some discomfort to passengers while getting in. It is impossible to slide over it without some discomfort. It is hard and protrudes."

"Very comfortable, quiet and safe feeling vehicle. Especially enjoy the heated and cooled seats. Have the “Limited‿ model and am totally satisfied with car. Would definitely buy another."

"This car was purchased in a hurry to replace my Previous car that was totaled in a wreck. My two major complaints are that I do not like black interior but was told that was all that was available. Also, unlike my past Toyato the paint scratches extremely easy.(scratches that will not buff out). I do not drive through bushes or trees yet the sides of this car are scratched like I do. I would never recommend this brand because of their paint on the car.b"

"I don't believe any other vehicle manufacture provides all the bells & whistles that Kia does for fewer $$$$"

"Same features included in the Sorento that you pay $10,000 more for in a Lexus."

"Functional multi-purpose vehicle that is practical and stylish."

"Price point was very competitive and the value is above average, as is reliability. Nothing at all has needed repair."

"One of the best buys I have made"

"great price great styling lots of power comfortable ride nice appointments very good relliabilty record"

"Cost was way to expensive."

"I paid considerably less than for another suv. No problems, 10 year warranty..exceptional value"

"I got more out of the vehicle than I ever expected."

"extremely well equipped for the price, compared to other models. Longer warranty adds to value"

"Received accessories that would be considered upgrades on other types of vehicles."

"good, nice drive not excellent. ok handiling"

"This Sorento SX-L has the comfort with heated & cooled leather seats, in dash GPS & Bluetooth, excellent drivability, acceleration, braking and safety features + 5 star crash ratings & styling of SUV's that cost thousands of dollars more. Can't beat the value!"

"Great value for the included features."

"Lots of options included in SXL. Wish the back sears would lay fkat"

"Good price, excellent equipment andspace"

"Dollar Value and features far exceed other manufacturers for the price. Very high end features found in most luxury vehicles."

"I got so MUCH for the money and in 2014 that vehicle was ahead of its time for SUVs."

"The vehicle was exactly what I wanted and it was thousands less than similar other brands."

"Very good value - and a a very good waranty"

"Get a lot for the price"

"The price was great and although it’s 2014, the tech is still up to date. Excellent overall quality for the price."

"Kia stands behind vehicle warranty, having replaced our engine free of charge at 34K miles as part of Service Campaign."

"We were interested in purchasing an Audi Q5 or a Lexus RX (we had owned Audis for 40 years and many friends drove the RX), but we had a good experience with a Sorento rental, so we decided to look at it. The Sorento SX had a very nice interior with luxury touches (leather, power everything, panoramic sunroof, etc.) that were a match for the Audi and Lexus, had more cargo space, and had an exceptional drive train, all for $10-$15K less than the others. Additionally, maintenance costs for 50K miles have been unbelievable. All maintenance has been performed at the dealer, on schedule, for a total cost of $407 OVER FIVE YEARS! It used to cost that much just to bring our Audis in for an oil change, with everything else the dealer tacked on. The Sorento still looks and runs as if it's new. That's value for money."

"Very good value for your money"

"Warrenty was good until 100k. Seems that more went wrong since I past that 100k miles"

"The price we got from the dealer was very good. It turns out to be a very good vehicle for the price."

"There is no disappointment in this vehicle from mechanical or customer service and support at the dealership. True value for every dollar spent."

"Compared to other mid-sized SUV’s. The Kia Sorenton is hard to beat. Most are equipped with many features that higher cost brands charge extra. It is a solid built vehicle and has been dependable and low cost to own. The only downfall is the stiffness of the ride. It does not rattle your teeth, but you feel the road pretty well. Still spending $10-$15k less than other brands I would purchase a Kia Sorento again"

"Purchased for good/fair price and to date have had no problems at all, completely satisfied with performance and mileage, and routine service has been easy to schedule and quickly performed."