What are his frequent problems?

The Sorrentoa little over 4.80 meters tall, no not necessarily exclusive to the French market, in the first place. However, it turns out to be an attractive option for family at a good price.
Come on offers two engine options: hybrid and PHEV (plug-in hybrid), available in 5- or 7-seat versions. The spacious and well-finished interior of the car has a modern approach, with a digital instrument cluster and a large touchscreen. In the back, the bench seat slides.
Additionally, any passengers in the third row benefit from climate control and their own USB sockets. There the ride offers amazing smoothness for a car of this size, and relative power, but a satisfactory level of comfort, especially during long journeys. Also note that the Sorento’s trunk is one of the largest in its category.

Sorento, opportunity and high price

Although the market space partially restrained, prices remain highpartially defined by the volume of the plug-in hybrid version, valued by companies for its tax benefits.
The Sorento is not offered internally diesel version in France, but it can be found in German, providing an attractive alternative. Especially if you have to make a long trip. Design and Premium they claim themselves as finishes the most popular. We recommend to preference the latter, although the Design version, which is often driven by a conventional hybrid, can be suitable depending on the options chosen.
The standard hybrid version does not need a connection to charge its small battery, but the involvement of the electric motor is less noticeable than the rechargeable version, especially in urban driving. There power remains sufficient, sacrifice a an appreciable driving pleasureeven in the city where the size of the car must be considered.

Power and utility

The average consumption is 7.5 l/100 km. This hybrid version of 5 or 7 seats has a bigger tank than the PHEV version (more than 20 liters). However, it is limited to front-wheel drive, and its performance is a little tight in the mountains.
For those who seek more powera all wheel drive and the possibility of driving all electricity for a few tens of kilometers, the PHEV version offers an interesting alternative.
This option allows you to avoid various taxes associated with company cars. On the other hand, the price on the second-hand market is high, car. The last, heaviest, consumes more than the uncharged version when the battery drops to zero. From 2023, the combined power increases to 252 hp.

A reliable car, but one that has some weaknesses

Sorento can suffer the breaking of punishment. Both engines use the electric unit of the hybrid system at start-up, but hot engine jerks (1.6 T-GDI) can be heard during startup.
Others failure it can happen when accelerating, less often when decelerating. In any case, it is a electronic problemwhich is controlled by a rearrange the management box.
The Sorento uses a dual-speed automatic gearbox. In some cases, it is specified jerks when changing gear and “clong” when downshifting. Often, update time corrections fade, or even make them disappear matter.
In the United States and Canada, a recall was conducted to correct a few vehicles in which the gearbox could come loose following poor welding. However, no cases have been recorded in Europe.

Some minor issues

THE automatic updates of the multimedia system require manual confirmation from the driver each time the engine is started, minimal electronic interference possibility of ignition.
However, a simple system update fixes this problem. In very cold weather, The windshield washer jets can freeze, to prevent liquid from spilling on the windshield, especially after putting salt on the road. Although this is not necessarily a problem, it can be annoying.
It should be noted that large and heavy vehicles are wears out their tires faster. This wear is more noticeable and faster on the tires of hybrid car wheels, or even electric cars.
Factors such as weight, handling power and special tire design are key features for comfort and grip, regardless of brand.

One reminder on the counter

In August 2023, the intervention of hybrid versions 183 and PHEV 189 was introduced. Possible turn signal switch faults have been observed on these vehicles.
In fact, although the lever is turned on, the indicator does not turn off. The solution to this problem is an aftermarket software update. Finally, you need to reprogram the turn signal management software.
All dealers have received the necessary instructions to carry out this after-sales operation. For other types of malfunctions, owners can be contacted by regular mail if a quick fix is ​​necessary.

But, in general, the intervention is carried out during regular inspections. As for the Sorento, it benefits from Kia’s seven-year or 150,000 km warranty. However, annual service or every 15,000 km remains recommended.