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2011 Kia Sorento
$21,195 - $34,095Starting MSRP
Ebony Black
Model Highlights
Fuel Economy
20 MPG Comb.
Transmission
Automatic w/ODSportmatic
Body Type
SUV
Seatings
7 Seats
Overview
If you want the more powerful V6 in the Sorento, you'll need to step up to the top-of-the-line EX trim. Otherwise, the 4-cylinder engine is offered with Base, LX, and EX trims. Standard equipment on all Sorento models is extensive, and includes a...
What’s new in the 2011 model?
After an absence for the 2010 model year, the Sorento returns for 2011 as a refined, more carlike crossover utility vehicle, powered by 4-cylinder ...
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Ebony Black
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Titanium Silver
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White Sand Beige
Specs
EPA Classification: AWD Sport Utility Vehicle
Engine Order Code:
Engine Type: Gas V6
Displacement: 3.5L/212
Fuel System:
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM: 276 @ 6300
SAE Net Torque @ RPM: 248 @ 5000
Drivetrain: All Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code:
Trans Type: 6
Trans Description Cont.: Automatic w/OD
Trans Description Cont. Again: Sportmatic
First Gear Ratio (:1): 4.65
Second Gear Ratio (:1): 2.83
Third Gear Ratio (:1): 1.84
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1): 1.39
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1): 1.00
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1): 0.77
Reverse Ratio (:1): 3.39
Clutch Size (in):
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1): 3.20
Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), High: - TBD -
Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), Low: - TBD -
Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG): 20
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG): 19
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG): 25
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary): - TBD -
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps): - TBD -
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts): 2.3
Base Curb Weight (lbs): - TBD -
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs): 3500
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs): 350
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs):
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs):
Suspension Type - Front: Independent
Suspension Type - Rear: Independent
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.): MacPherson Strut
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.): Multi-Link
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm): - TBD -
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm): - TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in): - TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in): - TBD -
Brake Type: Pwr
Brake ABS System: 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ): Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ): Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 11.8 x - TBD -
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 11.9 x - TBD -
Drum - Rear (Yes or ):
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in):
Front Tire Order Code:
Rear Tire Order Code:
Spare Tire Order Code:
Front Tire Size: P235/55R18
Rear Tire Size: P235/55R18
Spare Tire Size: - TBD -
Front Wheel Size (in): 18 x 7.0
Rear Wheel Size (in): 18 x 7.0
Spare Wheel Size (in): - TBD -
Front Wheel Material: Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material: Aluminum
Spare Wheel Material: - TBD -
Steering Type: Hydraulic Pwr Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall: 15.4
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering): 3.0
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft): 35.7
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft): - TBD -
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal): 18.0
Wheelbase (in): 106.3
Length, Overall (in): 183.9
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in): 74.2
Height, Overall (in): 67.3
Track Width, Front (in): 63.7
Track Width, Rear (in): 63.8
Min Ground Clearance (in): 7.5
Rear Door Opening Height (in): - TBD -
Rear Door Opening Width (in): - TBD -
Liftover Height (in): - TBD -
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 1 (in): - TBD -
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 2 (in): - TBD -
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 3 (in):
Cargo Area Width @ Beltline (in): - TBD -
Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings (in): - TBD -
Cargo Box (Area) Height (in): - TBD -
Cargo Volume to Seat 1 (ft³): 72.5
Cargo Volume to Seat 2 (ft³): 37.0
Cargo Volume to Seat 3 (ft³): 9.1
Passenger Capacity: 7
Passenger Volume (ft³): 149.4
Front Head Room (in): 39.2
Front Leg Room (in): 41.3
Front Shoulder Room (in): 59.3
Front Hip Room (in): 56.3
Second Head Room (in): 39.2
Second Leg Room (in): 37.6
Second Shoulder Room (in): 58.7
Second Hip Room (in): 55.9
Third Head Room (in): 36.6
Third Leg Room (in): 31.3
Third Shoulder Room (in): 53.8
Third Hip Room (in): 44.4
Vehicle Name: Kia Sorento
Body Style: 4 Door
Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year: 8.9
Pricing
This model has 11 different trims.
MSRP
$29,295
Invoice
$27,770
Description
3.5L/212, 276 @ 6300, Automatic w/ODSportmatic
Fuel Economy
This model has 11 different trims.
City
19 MPG
Hwy
25 MPG
Combined
20 MPG
Description
3.5L/212, 276 @ 6300, Automatic w/ODSportmatic
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