The 2021 Kia Sorento is already available in many markets worldwide. Unfortunately, the Ayala-backed Kia Philippines is taking its sweet time bringing the car here, so for the meantime, our market will have to make do with the 2020 edition Kia Sorento, a carryover from the 2019 model year.
Despite being the outgoing model, the locally available Kia Sorento isn’t an SUV that can be easily dismissed. Looking at the new Kia Sorento façade, the evolution of the Tiger Face is immediately obvious. Now wider and more expansive than before, the mesh grille seamlessly integrates with the headlamps and LED daytime running lights for a more contemporary and streamlined look.
The Sorento’s powertrain consists of a 2.2-liter CRDI E-VGT diesel that outputs 197hp and 441Nm mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission with Shiftronic feature. This combo is the same one you’ll find in the Kia Grand Carnival.
Compared to the model it replaces, the locally available Sorento hosts more soft-touch plastics and textured surfaces inside its cabin. Kia claims that there’s also more insulation used in the new model, making it an even quieter car than ever before. Behind the steering wheel, the instrument panel and infotainment screens now sit side by side, delivering more user-friendly and ergonomic dashboard.
Check out the rest of the Kia Sorento variant’s list of features below.
KIA Sorento 2.2 EX AT 4x2 (PHP1.895 million)
SPECIFICATIONS
- Dimensions (mm): 4800 x 1890 x 1685
- Wheelbase (mm): 2780
- Ground clearance (mm): 185
- Seating Capacity: 7 Persons
- Fuel Tank Capacity (liters): 71
- Luggage Capacity - Behind Third Row (Liters): 320
- Luggage Capacity - Behind Second Row (Liters): 1077
- Luggage Capacity - Behind Front Seats (Liters): 2066
- Curb Weight (kg): 1980
- Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2560
POWERTRAIN
- Engine Type: 2.2L In-Line 4 Cylinders, DOHC, Common Rail Direct Injection E-VGT
- Displacement (cc / Liters): 2199 (2.2)
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Max power (hp / RPM): 197 @ 3800
- Max torque (Nm / RPM): 441 @ 1750 to 2750
- Transmission type: 8-Speed Automatic with Shiftronic
- Drivetrain: Front Wheel Drive
- Drive Mode Select: Without
- Front / Rear Suspension: Macpherson Strut and Stabilizer / Multi-Link
- Front / Rear Brakes: Disc / Disc
- Wheels: 235 / 65 R 17 Alloy
EXTERIOR
- Headlights: Projection Type Halogen
- Auto Light Control: Standard
- Daytime Running Lights: Without
- Front Fog Lamps: With (Projection Type)
- Rear Combination Lamps: Standard
- Front and Rear Bumpers: Body Color
- Exterior Rearview Mirrors: Body Color and Electric Adjustable
- Turn Signal Indicators: Rearview Mirror Mounted
- Skid Plate: Silver
- Radiator Grille: With Chrome Trim
- Outside Door Handles: Chrome
- Door Garnish: Chrome
- Rear Window Defogger: Standard
- Rear Spoiler: Standard
- Tailgate: Manual
- Paint Options: Snow White Pearl, Silky Silver, Iron Gray, Aurora Black Pearl
INTERIOR
- Seat Material: Cloth
- Steering Wheel: 4-Spoke Leather
- Controls: Audio, Bluetooth and Cruise Control
- Gear Shift Knob: Leather
- Dashboard Trim: Glossy Black
- Scuff Plates: Standard
- Inside Door Handles: Satin Chrome
- Parking Brake: Foot Operated
- Air Conditioner Type: Dual Zone Automatic (Front), Manual (Rear)
- Remote Keyless Entry: Standard Folding
- Push Start: Without
- Driver’s Seat: Manual with Height Adjustment
- Interior Rearview Mirror: Day and Night
- Power Windows: With Safety Function
- Power Door Locks: Central, with Impact Sensing
- Infotainment System: 7-inch Touchscreen with AM / FM, CD, MP3, USB and Aux-In
- Connectivity: Bluetooth Handsfree with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Number of Speakers: 6
SAFETY
- Anti-Lock Brakes: Standard
- Airbags: Driver and Front Passenger
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC): Standard
- Cruise Control: Standard
- Brake Assist (BAS): Standard
- Vehicle Stability Management (VSM): Standard
- Hill Start Assist Control (HAC): Standard
- Engine Immobilizer: Standard, with Burglar Alarm
- Parking Distance Warning: Front and Rear Sensors
- Rear Camera Display: Without
KIA Sorento 2.2 EX AT 4x4 (PHP2.195 million)
SPECIFICATIONS
- Dimensions (mm): 4800 x 1890 x 1685
- Wheelbase (mm): 2780
- Ground clearance (mm): 185
- Seating Capacity: 7 Persons
- Fuel Tank Capacity (liters): 71
- Luggage Capacity - Behind Third Row (Liters): 320
- Luggage Capacity - Behind Second Row (Liters): 1077
- Luggage Capacity - Behind Front Seats (Liters): 2066
- Curb Weight (kg): 2032
- Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2620
POWERTRAIN
- Engine Type: 2.2L In-Line 4 Cylinders, DOHC, Common Rail Direct Injection E-VGT
- Displacement (cc / Liters): 2199 (2.2)
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Max power (hp / RPM): 197 @ 3800
- Max torque (Nm / RPM): 441 @ 1750 to 2750
- Transmission type: 8-Speed Automatic with Shiftronic
- Drivetrain: Front Wheel Drive / Active On-Demand Four Wheel Drive
- Drive Mode Select: Without/ With
- Front / Rear Suspension: Macpherson Strut and Stabilizer / Multi-Link
- Front / Rear Brakes: Disc / Disc
- Wheels: 235 / 60 R 18 Alloy
EXTERIOR
- Headlights: LED with Auto Leveling
- Auto Light Control: Standard
- Daytime Running Lights: With (LED)
- Front Fog Lamps: With (Projection Type)
- Rear Combination Lamps: LED
- Front and Rear Bumpers: Body Color
- Exterior Rearview Mirrors: Body Color and Electric Adjustable
- Turn Signal Indicators: Rearview Mirror Mounted
- Skid Plate: Silver
- Radiator Grille: With Chrome Trim
- Outside Door Handles: Chrome
- Door Garnish: Chrome
- Rear Window Defogger: Standard
- Rear Spoiler: Standard
- Tailgate: Powered
- Paint Options: Snow White Pearl, Silky Silver, Iron Gray, Aurora Black Pearl
INTERIOR
- Seat Material: Leather
- Steering Wheel: 4-Spoke Leather
- Controls: Audio, Bluetooth and Cruise Control
- Gear Shift Knob: Leather
- Dashboard Trim: Glossy Black
- Scuff Plates: Aluminum with Illumination
- Inside Door Handles: Satin Chrome
- Parking Brake: Foot Operated
- Air Conditioner Type: Dual Zone Automatic (Front), Manual (Rear)
- Remote Keyless Entry: Smart Entry
- Push Start: Illuminated Push Start Button
- Driver’s Seat: 8-Way Power with 2-way Power Lumbar
- Interior Rearview Mirror: Day and Night
- Power Windows: With Safety Function
- Power Door Locks: Central, with Impact Sensing
- Infotainment System: 7-inch Touchscreen with AM / FM, CD, MP3, USB and Aux-In
- Connectivity: Bluetooth Handsfree with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Number of Speakers: 6
SAFETY
- Anti-Lock Brakes: Standard
- Airbags: Driver and Front Passenger
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC): Standard
- Cruise Control: Standard
- Brake Assist (BAS): Standard
- Vehicle Stability Management (VSM): Standard
- Hill Start Assist Control (HAC): Standard
- Engine Immobilizer: Standard, with Burglar Alarm
- Parking Distance Warning: Front and Rear Sensors
- Rear Camera Display: With Static Guidelines
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