I own a Kia Sorento Gen 1 the 2.5TD automatic with 170bhp. It's a good car it's easy for me to get in and out of considering I had a stroke 2 years ago, but later on this year I'll be looking to buy a Gen 2 , they look alright to me and a lot more refined than what I have now.
I'm convinced the value is there with the Sorento. I only need a 5 seater but was doubtful the turbo could handle it. So I was considering the V6 which comes with a third row I don't need. The sales rep was great and I'll try the turbo and your suggestion was much appreciated. Thanks!
I was impressed with the turbo in sport mode in the Sportage for smooth power delivery. I also think the outward visibility is better in the Sorento due to stylistic hood bumps on the hood of the Sportage. If I get the Sorento it will be a terrific vehicle to travel in with all our stuff and maybe sleep in the back once in a while at a campground. My wife is very good about these suggestions. Our last trip was to Grand Coulee Dam in Washington state and I had some concerns about the Accord konking out on one desolate desert stretch. We made it back to our cabin near Penticton without any problems.
I've liked the Sorento for a long time and suspect the 2016 model is too big. I test drove a 2017 Sportage SX today and the list price here is $43,000. I don't feel the value is there due to uncomfortable headrests, no CD player and too many hard plastic surfaces for the top trim. I should have taken a 2016 left over Sorento home to see if it fits in my garage. I find the dealers sense I'm responsible enough to take a vehicle out by myself or I can't concentrate on the vehicle. While I'm bad mouthing the Sportage I was shocked at the poor sound quality of the stereo. My old 1998 Accord EX V6 is much better.
I didn't test the 2017 Sportage yet, it will be in a few weeks, but I tested the 2016 Sorento last spring and really liked it with the 2.0 turbo. If it fits your garage, I think it's a great choice. And you will have plenty of space and comfort inside...
You can read all my comments at this address: autoopinion.blogspot.ca/2014/02/essai-routier-kia-sorento-2014.html Sorry, it's in French. You'll have to learn or translate it.
I'm looking at buying a Sorento and would have appreciated an owner's comment on their experience rather than the car reviewers. So it was a disappointment and let's be honest, I'm too old and not bright enough to learn French. Thanks anyway.
I own a Kia Sorento Gen 1 the 2.5TD automatic with 170bhp. It's a good car it's easy for me to get in and out of considering I had a stroke 2 years ago, but later on this year I'll be looking to buy a Gen 2 , they look alright to me and a lot more refined than what I have now.
I'm convinced the value is there with the Sorento. I only need a 5 seater but was doubtful the turbo could handle it. So I was considering the V6 which comes with a third row I don't need. The sales rep was great and I'll try the turbo and your suggestion was much appreciated. Thanks!
You'll see the turbo is very powerful, enough for a five-seater. The third row is only for children or your worst enemies. ;-)
I was impressed with the turbo in sport mode in the Sportage for smooth power delivery. I also think the outward visibility is better in the Sorento due to stylistic hood bumps on the hood of the Sportage. If I get the Sorento it will be a terrific vehicle to travel in with all our stuff and maybe sleep in the back once in a while at a campground. My wife is very good about these suggestions. Our last trip was to Grand Coulee Dam in Washington state and I had some concerns about the Accord konking out on one desolate desert stretch. We made it back to our cabin near Penticton without any problems.
I've liked the Sorento for a long time and suspect the 2016 model is too big. I test drove a 2017 Sportage SX today and the list price here is $43,000. I don't feel the value is there due to uncomfortable headrests, no CD player and too many hard plastic surfaces for the top trim. I should have taken a 2016 left over Sorento home to see if it fits in my garage. I find the dealers sense I'm responsible enough to take a vehicle out by myself or I can't concentrate on the vehicle. While I'm bad mouthing the Sportage I was shocked at the poor sound quality of the stereo. My old 1998 Accord EX V6 is much better.
I didn't test the 2017 Sportage yet, it will be in a few weeks, but I tested the 2016 Sorento last spring and really liked it with the 2.0 turbo. If it fits your garage, I think it's a great choice. And you will have plenty of space and comfort inside...
Kareya
How about some informative comments instead of that racket? Just wondering.
You can read all my comments at this address:
autoopinion.blogspot.ca/2014/02/essai-routier-kia-sorento-2014.html
Sorry, it's in French. You'll have to learn or translate it.
I'm looking at buying a Sorento and would have appreciated an owner's comment on their experience rather than the car reviewers. So it was a disappointment and let's be honest, I'm too old and not bright enough to learn French. Thanks anyway.
Sorry about that. I hope you will find the comments you're searching for...