Overview & Reviews

The Sorento is an all-new SUV from Kia. Larger and more powerful than the pint-size Sportage (which is expected to return for 2004 after a 2003 hiatus, by the way), the Sorento straddles the emerging middle ground between small SUVs and midsize SUVs. And it does so while offering interested buyers true off-road ability. Key competitors are the Ford Escape, the Honda CR-V, the Jeep Liberty, the Nissan Xterra and the Toyota Highlander.

• Great value, class-leading warranty coverage, long list of standard features, solid construction, true off-road capability.

• Engine needs more power, subpar fuel economy, seat upholstery could stand improvement.

User Reviews:

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  Another new happy owner. - 2003 Kia Sorento
  By KIAguy - January 2 - 10:00 am

  Most SUVs I looked at were practical but really did not excite me. I liked the Lexus but it was too steep for me to justify. The KIA was a stand out. For 20 grand Id feel foolish buying a Lexus. I really like the look and feel of the car from day one. And one month later this KIA continues to grow on me. This is my first new car and I feel really good about this car!

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  first new car - 2003 Kia Sorento
  By jared02 - December 8 - 2:00 am

  Ive been searching for a mid-size SUV for a year. I found the Sorento online and thought it too good to be true. Great looks and well built! Handles just as good or better than my wifes 99 Honda Accord. Fuel economy suffers. The best warranty and standeard features you can find for the price.

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  KIA - Keepsake, Innovative, Affordable - 2003 Kia Sorento
  By Carla Copeland - December 2 - 2:00 am

  I broke down near the KIA dealership on my way to Toyota to look at their 4- Runner. I had no idea of the changes and upgrades that KIA made. Approx. 3 hours later, I was the PROUD owner of a new KIA Sorento. I have all the luxury of the "more popular" SUVs at an affordable price. What I love most is how people look at the vehicle, trying to figure out what it is........

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  Very satisfied Kia owners! - 2003 Kia Sorento
  By PaulandKelly - November 21 - 10:00 am

  I absolutely love my Sorento! My husband has an Xterra that I cant stand! Its uncomfortable and drives like a truck and I vowed not to have that when I bought an SUV. I found everything I wanted in my Sorento and more! One thing I wish I had gotten...the luxury package!

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  Go test drive! You shall be satisfied. - 2003 Kia Sorento
  By song - October 21 - 2:00 am

  I have looked for everywhere to find the model I want - Bright silver colored 4WD EX model with the Luxury Package. It meets every aspects of my HIGH expectation! Go and test drive it yourself and you will find that paying $27,000 for the model is a steal.

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  Best Bang for the Buck - 2003 Kia Sorento
  By dan01801 - October 15 - 10:00 am

  I did a ton of research looked at the "luxury" used suvs and for the same price I got the Luxury 03 Sorento with the great warrenty !!

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  Rides like a sedan - 2003 Kia Sorento
  By Marion - September 8 - 11:00 pm

  I bought this car used and have been happy with it. It has the smoothest ride of a SUV I have ever experienced. The backseat is very roomy for a smaller SUV. The main annoyance I have with it is that it burns through lights like crazy. I am replacing bulbs about every 2 months. I have been pulled over for it also. It is hard to keep up with replacing the bulbs. Check your lights for proper working order on a daily basis.

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  Sorento EX ,great suv for your money - 2003 Kia Sorento
  By trawets20 - September 7 - 2:00 am

  My wife and I bought our Sorento in January, and it only has 1,300 miles on it,but so far its been great.We test drove many other small and midsize suvs,before we finally settled on the Sorento.It is very roomy, and the interior is very well constructed,compared to others we test drove.People often give compliments on the sharp styling and 16"alloy wheels.For the price of the ex sorento ,we got alot more suv,and features than any of the other makes we looked at, like (SaturnVue,Mitsubishi outlander,Ford escape,Honda crv,Hyundai sant fe).We are very satisfied with our Sorento>

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  love my kia and hyundia - 2003 Kia Sorento
  By rkress3338 - August 28 - 10:00 am

  i purchased a hyundai last year and a kia this year. i love them both. run great and have had no trouble with either. jealous of my wifes Kia. think it looks better than mine. as a matter of fact it looks inside and out almost identical to a Lexus

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  His & Hers Sorentos - 2003 Kia Sorento
  By Susan & Will - August 15 - 2:00 am

  My husband and I both bought 2003 Sorentos in February, 2003. Weve owned an Expedition, Jimmy, several Blazers, and a Grand Cherokee Laredo. We both agree by far that the Sorento is the best value for the money. It is comfortable, peppy, handles well and is solid. Just a fun vehicle to drive. I thought before test driving that it would feel cheap and plastic like...NOT! My husband calls it a Lexus knockoff. I plan to drive mine until the wheels fall off! Enjoy!