New Kia Sorento 2024: Diesel also returns with a facelift

The modification of the fourth generation Kia Sorento shows a front-mounted, with vertical headlight clusters, inspired by EV9. The rear end has been updated with new headlights and updated bumpers.

Completely updated exterior design and very generous measurements – length is 4.82 meters, width is 1.9 meters while height is 1.7 – giving the new Sorento a powerful presence on the road.

A final example for a translation-time setting Philosophy Opposites UnitedThe new Kia Sorento has a bold and futuristic look.

From the front, the new bonnet lines, with a higher volume and a more open silhouette, define the high design of the SUV. The Kia logo was placed on top of the hood. Unique vertical lights and badges daytime running lights and “star map” design. they emphasize the premium image, such as the new radiator grille with mesh design.

The consecutive forward turn signals they complete the modern design, while the new front bumper conveys durability and safety, thanks to a large skid plate. Redesigned fog lights and vertical air intakes emphasize the image of a strong and technological Sports Utility Vehicle.

The side profile of the new Kia Sorento shows the structure of the braces, reinforced with protective inserts, and the generous dimensions of the alloy wheels.

The taillights have been modified to have a “U” shape. on the contrary, thus emphasizing the relationship with the new design of Sorento. Also new is the rear bumper, exhaust finisher and protective plate, which emphasize the image of a solid SUV ready for anything.

Key features of the Kia Sorento 2024 allow you to take advantage of thatpassenger compartment with equally generous volume.

The interior looks great a curved screen that connects the instrument panel to the touch screen of the infotainment system, all 12.3 inches.

The large space is emphasized by a narrow line of interior lights, which extend across the entire width, including the climate frame. Available in 64 colors, this ambient light shows the shape of the dashboard, the profile of the gear lever and the shape of the front door.

Great priority has been paid to the comfort and establishment of new lounge chairs front seats with memory and for the driver the Ergo Motion Driver’s seat, equipped with support equipment, including lumbar support and air cells, which can be adjusted electrically.

L’Head-up display with 10 views further increases the level of safety by allowing the driver to view basic vehicle and traffic information without taking his eyes off the road. It completes the practical equipment available to the driver digital rearview mirrorwhich can be used as a normal chromatic electric mirror and as a display on which the image of the camera is displayed, it is very useful if the rear view is to be hidden.

The infotainment system can be configured with a multi-touch display and is equipped with online navigation that includes telematics services, voice recognition and Bluetooth connectivity. The air conditioning is two-way and fully automatic.

The new Kia Sorento has also been introduced Fingerprint authentication functionality which allows the driver to connect the user profile and start the engine. It can also be used to activate Valet mode as an alternative to entering your PIN code. A wireless phone charger, six USB-C charging ports (two per row) and a Bose premium audio system complete the standard kit.

By adding a digital key that allows you to use your smartphone as a smart key, “Transfer of User Profile” allows users to save copies of their preferences set in the car via the Cloud and be able to automatically transfer them from one car to another, equipped with Kia Connect. This feature was created for users who often change cars, such as fleet drivers or employees of the same family using multiple Kias, equipped with this feature.

Through Kia Connectyou can also view and monitor the Sorento PHEV’s battery charge status, as well as plan a route through online navigation, sync Apple and Google calendars and access onboard features such as finding the nearest charging station, weather information, as well . like real-time updates on traffic conditions.

In addition to the Ada already present in the current generation – including Smart Cruise Control, Blind Spot Avoidance Avoidance, Blind Spot View Monitor, Remote Smart Parking Assist and Rear Parking Collision Avoidance Assist – the updates to driver assistance systems of the 2024 Sorento see the introduction of:

• Highway Drive Assist 2.0 and Lane Change Assist;
• Surround View Monitor with 3D viewing function;
• Forward Collision Avoidance Assist with turning and crossing functions.

Away Welcome Tailgate instead is a new function, which closes automatically as soon as the driver leaves the rear area of ​​the vehicle.

It was also introduced a central front air bag providing additional protection to residents with a total of 7 “safety cushions”.

To meet the different needs of drivers, the 2024 lineup of the new Kia Sorento includes gasoline, full hybrid and plug-in hybrid enginesand it also renews a different Dieselwhich by a large number (57%) seems to be popular in Italy in the D-SUV segment.

The Plug-in Hybrid version has a 1.6 T-GDI engine and a 13.8 kWh battery as well as a six-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive as standard. The Sorento Hybrid instead has a 1.6 T-GDI engine with a 1.49 kWh battery, a six-speed gearbox and is available in 2WD and 4WD versions. L

Version no 2.2 liter turbodiesel engine it has a maximum power of 194 HP and a torque of 450 Nm which ensures excellent performance already. Offered with both attractions, it is equipped with an 8-speed automatic transmission optimized for driving comfort, especially on highways.

With 3 trim levels – Business, Style and Evolution – the 2024 Kia ​​Sorento has price list starting from 47,350 euros for the Diesel version and 49,350 euros for the full hybrid version. At the top of the range (68,350 euros) we find the Kia Sorento Evolution with a plug-in hybrid engine, which however in the Business version (56,350 euros) strategically falls within the parameters set by government incentives.

The New Kia Sorento 2024 proves to be an attractive choice for those looking for space, technology and performance in a large SUV. With its refined design, different engine options – and a warranty of 7 years or 150,000 km – it is ready to meet a wide range of needs, challenging the famous German brands.