2009-2015 Sorento OverviewKia Sorento Overview (2009 - 2015)
XM
Tech Specs Summary
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- 116 - 118 mph
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- 9.3 - 11.6 seconds
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- 172 - 194 BHP
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- 31.7 - 48.7 mpg
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- 1,680 - 1,885 kg
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- 528 - 1,582 L
This generation of the Kia Sorento (XM) was produced by the Korean manufacturer Kia between 2009 - 2015. It's a front engined SUV with either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. There are three power levels available, ranging from a 172 BHP 2.4 L Inline 4 Turbo petrol engine to a 194 BHP 2.2 L Inline 4 Turbo diesel engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Sorento is the Kia Sorento 2.4 GDI 2WD which scores 1.9★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 189 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 113 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 118 mph and gets to 62 mph in 9.8 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Kia Sorento 2.2 CRDi 2WD is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 782 miles and can store 528-1,582 litres of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 2,500 kg.
Euro NCAP Results
