2018 Kia Sorento Review

2018 Kia Sorento is a Sport Utility 4-dr style car measuring 187.40 in length and 66.50 in height. Made in United States, 2018 Kia Sorento has 9 trims priced by the manufacturer at 35,900 with just total of 2 recalls in the past 2018 Kia Sorento. It’s seating 7 people with 4 doors and a rank size of 18.80 gallon. The engine is 3.3L V6 DOHC 24V .

Make: Kia
Model: Sorento
Trims Available: 9
Location: UNITED STATES
Body & Doors: SPORT UTILITY 4-DR
Engine: 3.3L V6 DOHC 24V
Transmission: 6A
Driveline: AWD
Seats: 7
MSRP: $35,900 USD
MPG: 18 City / 25 HWY
Tires: P235/60R18
Tank Size: 19 gallon

Kia Sorento 2018 Trims

2018 Kia Sorento LX V6 AWD

Engine: 3.3L V6 DOHC 24V
Transmission: 6A
Drivetrain: AWD
Body & Doors: SPORT UTILITY 4-DR
Seating: 7

2018 Kia Sorento LX 2WD

Engine: 2.4L L4 DOHC 16V
Transmission: 6A
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: SPORT UTILITY 4-DR
Seating: 5

2018 Kia Sorento LX V6 2WD

Engine: 3.3L V6 DOHC 24V
Transmission: 6A
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: SPORT UTILITY 4-DR
Seating: 7

2018 Kia Sorento LX AWD

Engine: 2.4L L4 DOHC 16V
Transmission: 6A
Drivetrain: AWD
Body & Doors: SPORT UTILITY 4-DR
Seating: 5

2018 Kia Sorento EX 2WD

Engine: 2.0L L4 DOHC 16V
Transmission: 6A
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: SPORT UTILITY 4-DR
Seating: 5

2018 Kia Sorento EX V6 AWD

Engine: 3.3L V6 DOHC 24V
Transmission: 6A
Drivetrain: AWD
Body & Doors: SPORT UTILITY 4-DR
Seating: 7
MPG: 18 City / 25 HWY

2018 Kia Sorento SX Limited V6

Engine: 3.3L V6 DOHC 24V
Transmission: 6A
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: SPORT UTILITY 4-DR
Seating: 7

2018 Kia Sorento EX V6 2WD

Engine: 3.3L V6 DOHC 24V
Transmission: 6A
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: SPORT UTILITY 4-DR
Seating: 7

2018 Kia Sorento SX Limited V6 AWD

Engine: 3.3L V6 DOHC 24V
Transmission: 6A
Drivetrain: AWD
Body & Doors: SPORT UTILITY 4-DR
Seating: 7

Vin Numbers

  • 5XYPHDA58JG397817
  • 5XYPHDA55JG431406
  • 5XYPHDA57JG375680
  • 5XYPHDA57JG422710

Safety and Reliability

NHTSA Crash Test

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* Insurance Institute for Highway Safety

Safety & Recalls

Recall 17V784000 started on /Date(1512709200000-0500)/.

Summary: Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2018 Kia Sorento vehicles. The side curtain air bags on these vehicles have a component that may detach during deployment of the inflatable curtain air bag.

Consequence: If the component detaches during deployment, it may enter the passenger compartment and be a projectile within the vehicle cabin, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver and passenger side curtain air bags, free of charge. The recall began on December 18, 2017. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC159.

Recall 18V656000 started on /Date(1537502400000-0400)/.

Summary: Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2018 Kia Sorento vehicles. The cowl crossbar that connects to the Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) steering column may be improperly welded, allowing the steering column to separate.

Consequence: If the steering column separates, it can cause a loss of steering ability, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the cowl crossbar, free of charge. The recall began October 26, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC167.

FAQ

One of the main issues about the 2018 Kia Sorento is related to the latest recall where "if the component detaches during deployment, it may enter the passenger compartment and be a projectile within the vehicle cabin, increasing the risk of injury". 2018 Kia Sorento is ranked 5 in safety ratings, which is higher then the rating for 2017 Kia Sorento.

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2018 Kia Sorento is made in United States between 2003 to 2022.

Before going to the dealership, get an appraisal for your 2018 Kia Sorento so you know how much it’s worth. Usually, the value of used 2018 Kia Sorento is lower than $15,650.

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