Driving Experience
Includes acceleration and handling
What Owners Say
"The handling is good but Consumer report could be a little critical of the steering feel.I am! With the 2.4 engine sometimes you have to let it rev to keep up with traffic. It holds the road well."
Creighton M., NY (2015 Kia Sorento)"My Kia is the most luxurious vehicle I have ever owned. I absolutely LOVE it! The Sorento has so many wonderful features that I enjoy. But I was very concerned when I read that some Sorrento sunroofs have exploded. Also the oil filter is made of paper/cardboard. My mechanic has told me the filter is difficult to handle during oil changes. I'm also concerned that a Kia won't hold it's value as well as a Toyota. Those 3 issues may cause me to buy a different brand next time :-(."
Anonymous, MD (2015 Kia Sorento)"Very comfortable and roomy vehicle."
James B., VT (2015 Kia Sorento)"The Kia Sorrento accelerates well. The handling is outstanding. The ride isbetter than average. The one item that the car lacks is the on screen backup direction and GPS. We really miss these options. For me, I enjoy driving the car. The cargo space is large and very useful."
Anonymous, FL (2015 Kia Sorento)"Not exciting but strong acceleration if needed and competent handling"
Anonymous, IL (2015 Kia Sorento)"highway MPG over 29 mpg @ 65-70mph."
Willard P., NH (2015 Kia Sorento)"Easy to merge with traffic and great acceration when passing."
Steve A., KS (2015 Kia Sorento)"responsive and nimble handling"
Anonymous, KY (2015 Kia Sorento)"handeling IS GREAT"
Anonymous, QC (2015 Kia Sorento)"It's very preppy. When I am on the road, some jerks wanting to make a statement tailgate me dangerously. When I floor the accelerator, I leave them way behind, LOL deep inside."
Anonymous, IL (2015 Kia Sorento)"Seems to use a lot of gas while accelerating ."
Anonymous, WI (2015 Kia Sorento)"My wife loves the handling qualities. She loves the acceleration as it is fast to reach highway speeds. She can get into tight places and make U-turns on a dime and get a nickle back. When I drive it, it feels "touchy" that is it's too quick on the accelerator, turns too quickly and brakes suddenly when applying the brakes. It's not a very smooth driving vehicle for my preferences."
Anonymous, CA (2015 Kia Sorento)"Rough ride"
Keith H., TX (2015 Kia Sorento)"Outstanding performance"
John B., TX (2015 Kia Sorento)"Has a 3.5 liter engine so acceleration is good especially considering it's a 4-wheel drive gear down for off roading. Turning radius is not very good."
Angus M., KY (2015 Kia Sorento)"It needed a new radio at 51000miles is the only bad thing and the dealer replaced it N?C"
Anonymous, MA (2015 Kia Sorento)"Strong acceleration but have the rev engine to access power"
Anonymous, NY (2015 Kia Sorento)"The V6 engine provides a very satisfactory means of acceleration and the handling of this van is excellent (I had small sports cars in my younger days). I am completely satisfied with the vehicle and would buy one again."
George S., TX (2015 Kia Sorento)"V6 provides excellent passing acceleration. Nokian tires aid handling awd is appreciated in our climate"
Charlotte B., AB (2015 Kia Sorento)"Just nice to drive. Love the safety features like back up camera and blind spot warning lights."
ROB P., UT (2015 Kia Sorento)"Excellent handling, good gas mpg"
Anonymous, TX (2015 Kia Sorento)"The 4 cylinder engine performs well, maybe a little under powered for a SUV. Steering is excellent, responsive and turning radius is remarkable."
LAWRENCE T., TX (2015 Kia Sorento)"The six speed transmission does not shift as smooth as I think it should. Dealer says that it is fine, It has to learn my driving. Well, it's been watching me for 10,000 miles, and it has not learned anything yet."
DAVID L., WI (2015 Kia Sorento)"acceleration is great"
Anonymous, AZ (2015 Kia Sorento)"The acceleration is outstanding, no hesitation, it flies! The turning radius is the best I have ever experienced in a vehicle."
LINDA M., NY (2015 Kia Sorento)"VERY GOOD"
DANNY H., VA (2015 Kia Sorento)"Our impression of the acceleration for the 4 cylinder Kia is colored by the fact that we have a 6 cylinder Kia Sorento and previously had a 6 cylinder Toyota RAV4, both of which are very powerful, with the rav4 perhaps over powered to the point of being snappy and discontinued (note: we decided NOT to buy smother RAV4 when toyota stopped offering the V6). So to us the 4 cylinder shifts dramatically to provide its reasonable acceleration and is a little noizy however the resulting acceleration is"
JOHNSON F., OH (2015 Kia Sorento)"I was turning left at a stoplight with the green arrow when a lady ran the light. My Kia had enough power for me to gas it and get out of her way."
BEVERLY S., OK (2015 Kia Sorento)"This car has exception acceleration and handling."
Anonymous, ON (2015 Kia Sorento)"As acceleration goes it is very responsive for a 6cyl and handling is good with 3 driving moods"
Anonymous, KS (2015 Kia Sorento)"It is very comfortable and responsive. The road noise is minimal and the smoothness of the ride is great. It accelerates very quickly when needed and it's handling is the best I have experienced for an SUV or any vehicle this size."
MIKE W., WA (2015 Kia Sorento)"there is no acceleration, it's horrible getting onto the interstate. And with the optional towing package if you are even towing an empty trailer at 500lbs its horrid!"
Anonymous, IL (2015 Kia Sorento)"Could be more taught, more firm"
Anonymous, MA (2015 Kia Sorento)"The Sorento has beautiful handling, ride and performance."
Anonymous, AZ (2015 Kia Sorento)"I enjoy the handling very much. The car takes curves well and makes parking easy. It accelerates just fine for a smaller engine."
Patricia G., FL (2015 Kia Sorento)"Very peppy and comfortable driving."
Richard H., MN (2015 Kia Sorento)
"I absolutely love the maneuverability of this vehicle. It has a tight turning radius that is very different from my previous vehicle and so I am able to turn and turn around much more easily."
June H., NC (2015 Kia Sorento)