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2009 Kia Sorento Features Review

February 23, 2009

FEATURES | 7 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

lots of features for not much money
Car and Driver

Impressive list of standard features
Edmunds

long list of standard features
Kelley Blue Book

The 2009 Kia Sorento offers some great value in terms of features for the price, but many features that consumers come to expect are unavailable.

According to Kelley Blue Book, notable standard features at the LX trim level of the Kia Sorento include "four-wheel anti-lock disc brakes (ABS)...illuminated entry, remote keyless entry, auto-off headlamps, electronic stability and traction control, dual heated power mirrors, power windows, power locks...fuel tank skid plate, cruise control...[and] four 12-volt outlets."

As with most cars reviewed by TheCarConnection.com, the more you are willing to pay for your 2009 Kia Sorento, the more features are available. Kelley Blue Book reports that optional equipment on the Sorento Kia "include[s] Torque-On-Demand full-time four-wheel drive, fog lights, remote start and a rear spoiler" and that a la carte "options and accessories include a power moonroof (EX), trailer hitch and side step bars."

Edmunds reports that most optional features are bundled into two packages: "The LX Sport package adds 17-inch alloy wheels, foglights, side step bars, the leather-wrapped wheel and shift knob and specialized black cloth trim," with black leather seating as an additional upgrade. They further report that the Kia Sorento's "EX Luxury package adds special wheels, a sunroof, dual-zone automatic climate control, leather seating, heated front seats and a six-disc CD changer."

Two features that buyers have come to expect—even in this price range—aren’t even available on the 2009 Kia Sorento. A navigation system isn’t offered, nor is an integrated Bluetooth hands-free calling interface.

Conclusion

The 2009 Kia Sorento offers an excellent value, but some advanced options are notably absent.

FEATURES | 7 out of 10Expert Quotes:lots of features for not much moneyCar and DriverImpressive list of standard featuresEdmundslong list of standard featuresKelley Blue Book The 2009 Kia Sorento offers some great value in terms of features for the price, but many features that consumers come to expect are unavailable. According to Kelley Blue Book, notable standard features at the LX trim level of the Kia Sorento include "four-wheel anti-lock disc brakes (ABS)...illuminated entry, remote keyless entry, auto-off headlamps, electronic stability and traction control, dual heated power mirrors, power windows, power locks...fuel tank skid plate, cruise control...[and] four 12-volt outlets." As with most cars reviewed by TheCarConnection.com, the more you are willing to pay for your 2009 Kia Sorento, the more features are available. Kelley Blue Book reports that optional equipment on the Sorento Kia "include[s] Torque-On-Demand full-time four-wheel drive, fog lights, remote start and a rear spoiler" and that a la carte "options and accessories include a power moonroof (EX), trailer hitch and side step bars." Edmunds reports that most optional features are bundled into two packages: "The LX Sport package adds 17-inch alloy wheels, foglights, side step bars, the leather-wrapped wheel and shift knob and specialized black cloth trim," with black leather seating as an additional upgrade. They further report that the Kia Sorento's "EX Luxury package adds special wheels, a sunroof, dual-zone automatic climate control, leather seating, heated front seats and a six-disc CD changer." Two features that buyers have come to expect—even in this price range—aren’t even available on the 2009 Kia Sorento. A navigation system isn’t offered, nor is an integrated Bluetooth hands-free calling interface. ConclusionThe 2009 Kia Sorento offers an excellent value, but some advanced options are notably absent. 2009 KIA SORENTO STYLING | [6 out of 10] Motor Trend: "refined" Car and Driver: "Stylish bobbed tail" Kelley Blue Book: "could easily be mistaken for a high-end Japanese SUV" Automobile Magazine: "remarkably similar to the Grand Cherokee " With a shape that’s somewhat rugged ...

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Other Choices:

The Sorento, which soldiers on for 2009, is part of a seemingly dying class of trucklike mid-size sport-utility vehicles. The Ford Explorer used to be the best seller in the class, but its popularity is fading and it’s slated to soon be replaced with a more carlike vehicle. The Mercury Mountaineer is nearly identical to the Explorer; both offer three rows of seating and optional V-8 engines. The GMC Envoy and its Chevrolet TrailBlazer twin are both very outdated and will soon be discontinued. The Dodge Durango and Chrysler Aspen are similar vehicles that offer V-8 engines and four-wheel drive. However there’s a wild card: Kia’s own Borrego, which is even burlier and more trucklike than the Sorento, yet brings better standards of refinement. However, the Borrego’s (lower) fuel economy and (larger) size are likely a step in the opposite direction for those who might consider the Sorento.

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