2017 Kia Sorento Pricing and New Trim Details
Kia recently announced pricing information on the newly upgraded 2017 Kia Sorento. Thanks in part to the introduction of the athletic GT-Line package, the new Sorento will have a variety of options to choose from. The GT-Line appearance package will be available just above the Platinum trim, unlike the Sportage that combines the trims. Kia […]
Bo Jackson Remains Unstoppable in Clever Kia Sorento “Tecmo Bowl” Ad
Two-sport legend Bo Jackson is remembered as one of the greatest pure athletes in the history of both Major League Baseball and the National Football League. And part of the mythology that surrounds the iconic running back comes from the fact that his character in the 1980s video game Tecmo Bowl was so unstoppable, that […]
2017 Kia Sorento Named IIHS Top Safety Pick+
Kia has outfitted the Sorento crossover with a variety of new safety features for the 2017 model year, and it looks like doing so is paying off. The Korean carmaker’s crossover has earned a Top Safety Pick+ award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), making it one of the safest vehicles in its […]
2017 Kia Sorento Offers Slew of New Packages, Safety Features
The 2017 Kia Sorento is finally available for consumers to order—and they better get them quick. The newest edition of the Sorento crossover is better than ever before, offering consumers everything they could ever want and more. For the 2017 model year, Kia has not only made some tweaks to the Sorento’s style, but it […]
Kia Sorento Earns TrueCar Pre-Owned Value Award
If you’re looking for a new pre-owned vehicle, it’s likely you want to make sure you’re getting as much bang for your buck as possible. That’s where the first-ever Pre-Owned Value Awards (POVA) from TrueCar come in. This brand-new award recognizes 2014 model year vehicles that are selling in 2016 and retaining the highest percent […]
2016 Kia Sorento Named Consumer Reports 2016 Top Pick
The automotive industry is ready for a change—and that’s where the 2016 Kia Sorento comes in. This capable and safe SUV is one of the best options in its segment, and it looks like Consumer Reports agrees. Consumer Reports recently named the Kia Sorento a 2016 Top Pick for the mid-size SUV segment. Interested? Find […]
Kia Sorento Named Canadian Car of the Year Awards
Across the globe, various countries have annual “Car of the Year” awards—and Canada is no exception. Though our neighbors to the North are known for their hockey, maple syrup, and friendly countenances, they also have some mighty fine tastes in automobiles. That’s why it comes as no surprise that the Kia Sorento has been nominated […]
Kia Sorento Earns Public Car of the Year Title at Middle East Car of the Year Awards
The 2016 Kia Sorento isn’t just making a splash in the United States—it’s shaking things up in the global market, too. Kia’s popular crossover was recently named the Public Car of the Year at the Middle East Car of the Year Awards, making the Sorento a favorite among Middle Eastern consumers. To earn its new […]
2016 Kia Sorento UK Sales See Significant Increase
It has been a few years since Kia has gained a strong foothold in the American market, thanks to the introduction of the funky, fresh Kia Soul. Now, the South Korean carmaker is looking to become a big name in the United Kingdom, another big global market. Instead of making a name for itself with […]
Somebody Put a Chevy Big Block Engine in a Kia Sorento
The 454 Chevrolet Big Block is a legendary engine that was used in classic muscle cars like the 1970 Chevelle and Corvette. Some gearheads modify their 454 motor with larger pistons, upgrading it to a 468, providing some extra power for the race track. Or, perhaps, some extra power for the middle school parking lot […]
Sager Lends his Swag to the 2016 Kia Sorento
If you have ever watched an NBA game on TNT, then you’ve probably noticed the extremely colorful suits worn by sideline reporter Craig Sager. In fact – there was one instance when Sager wore an outfit so outlandish that player Kevin Garnett stopped him mid-interview to tell him to burn his clothes! Now, Sager has […]
MVP Steph Curry Donates Kia Sorento to Oakland Youth Center
Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen “Steph” Curry recently won the NBA MVP award, having just completed a season in which he averaged 23.8 points per game, 7.7 assists per game, and 2.0 steals per game, while leading his team to a No. 1 seed position in the Western Conference Playoffs. As a reward for […]
2016 Kia Sorento Earns 5-Star Safety Rating
Hot off the Sedona’s 5-star safety rating, Kia Motors America has announced that the all-new 2016 Kia Sorento has received a 5-star safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) of its own. The brand’s best-selling CUV, the Sorento earned the honor thanks to its well-engineered body structure and impressive list of standard […]
Kia Sorento Commercial Asks ‘What About Bob?’
A Kia Sorento commercial, entitled “What About Bob,” touts the 2015 Sorento’s spacious interior. Before you get too excited, we should warn you that no, it does not have anything to do with the classic 1991 comedy What About Bob?, nor is star Bill Murray involved in any way (co-star Richard Dreyfuss isn’t even in […]
2016 Kia Sorento Pricing Revealed
Yesterday we brought you all of the information you could want about the redesigned Kia Sorento crossover in our overview of the new model. Well, almost all of the information you could want – there was still the matter of cost. But today brings the announcement that 2016 Kia Sorento pricing will start at $25,795 […]
2016 Kia Sorento Overview
What’s New for the 2016 Kia Sorento? For the 2016 model year, Kia’s Sorento will feature a body that’s stronger and a wheelbase that’s longer. The redesigned crossover will also offer a new 2.0-liter turbocharged engine option, more headroom and legroom in all three rows, and becomes the first CUV to feature Clari-Fi digital music […]
X-Men Kia Sorento with Wolverine Claws Is One Mutant Minivan
At first glance, this 2016 Kia Sorento with terrifying, liftgate-blocking claws may look like something dreamed up by a teenaged Kia Hamster in Nightmare on Elm Street 9: Freddy Goes Pet Shopping. But actually, this special edition X-Men Kia Sorento with Wolverine claws was made to promote the DVD release of X-Men: Days of Future Past, […]
2016 Kia Sorento Debut Set for Los Angeles Auto Show
It was announced this week that the all-new Kia Sorento CUV will have its official premiere at the Los Angeles Auto Show, which begins later this month. With a redesigned interior and exterior, the new Kia Sorento will also boast an increased size when compared to last year’s model (during its European unveiling, Kia claimed […]