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 hp
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- 26.4 - 40.6 mpg
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- 3,704 - 4,156 lbs
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- 18.6 - 55.9 ft3
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 hp 2.4 L Inline 4 Turbo gasoline engine to a 194 hp 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 hp and a power/weight ratio of 19.6 lb/hp 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 18.6-55.9 cubic feet of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 5,512 lbs.
Euro NCAP Results
