According to Kia.com: Since its launch, Sorento has offered discerning consumers a refined and value-minded CUV with class-leading power while delivering outstanding fuel economy, a full roster of standard comfort and convenience features and an impressive array of safety equipment. For 2013, Sorento’s utility and functionality are boosted further by adjusting content to suit consumer needs more than ever before.
Among the enhancements, The 2013 Kia Sorento is a world-class crossover that delivers a smooth ride and nimble handling, matched by an expansive interior with spacious seating. It has the latest technological advances, including Bluetooth wireless technology, an available voice-command navigation system and uvo €” an available in-vehicle infotainment system that lets you manage your music conveniently and enjoy hands-free use of your phone. The expansive interior of the sorento has remarkable head- and legroom, and with available split-folding third-row seats, there’s room for up to seven passengers. You’ll also appreciate the sorento for its fine craftsmanship and available features.
2013 Kia Sorento Trim Levels:
Sorento LX
Sorento EX
Sorento SX
Room for extras €” like plenty of sunshine. As a crossover, the sorento is the definition of versatility. With comfortable seating and intelligently designed storage spaces, it’s perfect for running errands around town. When you’re lucky enough to get away for the weekend, the Sorento has the flexibility to answer the call. Its second-row seats have a 60/40 split-folding design to accommodate extra passengers, cargo or both, while available third-row seats are 50/50 split-folding. Both the second-row and available third-row seats quickly and conveniently fold down to provide a remarkable 72.5 cubic feet of cargo space. A dramatically designed, tilt-and-slide panoramic sunroof that’s available extends along the length of the roof and allows the interior to be filled with sunshine.
Driving force. Thanks to its unibody design, the new sorento rewards you with an exceptionally smooth and quiet ride matched by precise handling on curvy roads. A 6-speed automatic transmission provides smooth, seamless shifting and its sportmatic design allows you to choose between automatic shifting and, for a sportier driving experience, clutch-free manual shifting.
Prepare for the unexpected. Sorento’s safety systems are designed to help minimize injury when a traffic accident is unavoidable. The front seats feature active headrests and seat-belt pretensioners. Dual front airbags, front-seat-mounted side airbags and side curtain airbags for both front and second-row seating positions are managed by an advanced sensor system that can even respond in certain rollover situations. 2013 Kia Sorento wraps all of this €” and you €” in a protective, high-strength steel-reinforced body.
Here are 5 excellent reviews for 2013 Kia Sorento:
1. Car and Driver
With carlike unibody construction, secure handling, and a high level of standard and available technology, this Kia trades on more than good looks.
2. Edmunds
Well equipped and just the right size for small families, the 2013 Kia Sorento is an excellent pick for a small or midsize crossover SUV.
3. The Car Connection
It’s an easy call among crossovers: the Kia Sorento has the right features, the right fuel economy, and the right size.
4. KBB.com
If you’re looking for a capable and family-friendly crossover SUV that won’t break the bank yet still has plenty of features, put the Kia Sorento on your shopping list.
5. Consumer Guide
All Sorento models ride firmly, but they exhibit good overall composure and bump absorption.