2017 Kia Sorento - Repair Manuals Blog

The midsize 2017 Kia Sorento crossover is positioned above the compact Sportage, only available in a two-row, five-passenger configuration. It is also available in a three-row, seven-passenger configuration. Power can be distributed to the front or all four wheels through a six-speed automatic transmission, which is standard across all three engine configurations.

Overview:

The 2017 Kia Sorento has 5 trim levels:

Performance and Fuel Economy

It is a good thing that the 290-horsepower, 3.3-liter V-6 that gives the Sorento exceptional performance is the powerplant that comes standard on most trim levels. This is because it is the most pleasant option for motivating the crossover’s mass. In a vehicle of this size, the standard 2.4-liter engine, which produces 185 horsepower, will probably struggle. Although the optional turbo 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine has 260 pound-feet of torque, which is more than what you get from the V-6, it lacks the excitement of the V-6 when you put your foot down, and it is unable to keep up with the other vehicles in its class.

The smooth-shifting automatic transmission with six gears performs well, requiring nothing like athletic posturing. The Kia Sorento has earned the respect of drivers because it is well-mannered on the road, simple to manage, and competent. Although there is a greater body roll than we would like, and the steering may often feel numb and detached, these drawbacks only become apparent when driving quickly along a winding back road.

Design, Comfort, and Quality

The Kia Sorento was given fully new sheet metal and some slightly rejiggered proportions only a year ago as part of a thorough redesign that was so accurate and gradual on the surface that some people would mistake it for a modest refresh. The redesign took place as part of a full redesign. Kia researched all of the primary competitors of Sorento and borrowed some of the winning concepts and design elements. On the exterior, it has a clean and refined appearance. In contrast, the inside has been spruced up and made more sophisticated by adding several new trimmings and materials.

The exterior of the Kia Sorento blends seamlessly into its segment of the family-crossover tapestry. Depending on your preferences, this could be viewed as either a strength or a weakness of the vehicle. If you are acquainted with the model that will be phased out in 2015, the exterior change is so subtle that letting your imagination fill in the lines is simple. This is because the redesign is so evolutionary.

The 2017 Kia Sorento is by no means a luxury car, but it brings a significant amount of the atmosphere and refinement of a premium vehicle into the interior. Additionally, the outside of the Sorento did not become noticeably bigger due to the makeover that took place the year before.

Compared to the model that came out less than two years ago, the current generation of the Sorento features front seats that are far more comfortable than those found in the previous version. The engineers working on the project aimed for Volvo seats and came quite close to achieving their goal.

They skipped over the seats provided by Toyota and Honda and are now competing with the comfortable front seats provided by the Jeep Grand Cherokee and perhaps the BMW X5 and the Volkswagen Touareg. They provide extensible thigh support, which will significantly improve the level of comfort experienced by taller drivers. The power passenger seat also tilts and adjusts height in the upper trim levels.

Specification

Height: 66.3 in
Length: 187.4 in
Width: 74.4 in
Curb weight: 4004 lbs

Engine type: Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4, 2.0 L

Fuel tank: 18.8 g

2017 Kia Sorento Factory Service Manual

These manuals go through every aspect of how the car operates. The vehicle’s purchase price does not include the service manual for your 2017 Kia Sorento.

Safety Restraints
Instrumentation
Before Driving
Starting and Operating
Vehicle Maintenance
Specifications
Capacities
Servicing
Customer Assistance

The service manuals for the 2017 Kia Sorento are vast and cover every aspect of the vehicle’s operation.

2017 Kia Sorento — Owner’s Manual

When consumers purchase a 2017 Kia Sorento, they get the Kia Sorento Owners Manual containing all the required information for future maintenance and modifications.

Important Safety Instructions
Introduction
Overview
Operation
Maintenance
Troubleshooting
Maintenance Record

While this list is thorough, the owner’s manual for the 2017 Kia Sorento provides more operational suggestions to enhance the user experience.

2017 Kia Sorento Price

The 2017 Kia Sorento has the following prices:

L: $25,600 or €25100
LX: $26,900 or €26375
EX: $31,700 or €31081
SX: $38,800 or €38042
SXL: $44,100 or €43239

Frequently Asked Questions

How long will my 2017 Sorento last?

200,000 + miles

What is the 2017 Sorento’s reliability rating?

4 out of 5

Which Ford vehicle is most comparable to the Sorento?

The Explorer