VIDEO. Kia Sorento: 7-seater SUV updated, diesel returns

Milan, April 8. (askanews) – Kia launches the Sorento redesign in Italy, a 4.8-meter-long, 7-seater SUV, the brand’s third best-selling model in 2023 (242,892 units, +6.3%). The moves affected the design and interior inspired by the EV9 electric twin and free connectivity through the air updates for 3 years. Another new thing is the return of the diesel variant which remains the most requested fuel for the D segment, with of 58%. – recommending a turbodiesel engine Because if we look at the segment market data we see first of all that it is a segment that has grown by almost 50% (5.9% market share with 104,326 units) in the last four years and then. for more than 50% of customers still choose turbodiesel engines”, CEO of Kia Italia, Giuseppe Bitti, says. it is still the most efficient engine especially for big cars (about 2 tons in weight) and suitable for long journeys like Sorento. To complete the range, also available with all-wheel drive, two versions of the 1.6 petrol with electrification and 6-speed automatic transmission: a full hybrid and plug-in with an electric range of around 50 km and the possibility of a second range of new incentives, with amounts ranging from 4 to 10 thousand euros. There are three business settings designed for the fleet, Style and Evolution at prices from 43,750 euros.