2004 Kia Sorento Research & Reviews

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.49/5 Average
435 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:

The LX model is now available with a sport package that includes a new five-speed manual transmission, side step bars, Michelin tires, alloy wheels, roof rack, leather-wrapped steering wheel and keyless entry. A two-tone gray interior color scheme is also new, and metallic interior accents replace last year's wood grain accents.

Pros:
  • Great value, long list of standard features, solid construction, true off-road capability, lengthy warranty coverage.
Cons:
  • Mediocre fuel economy, harsh ride over sharp impacts.

User Reviews:

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  • 16000 miles of fun - 2004 Kia Sorento
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    Just an update on our Sorento. Problem free after 16000 miles, and not just highway miles. 4x4 works great, been on the beach in NC, and running in the snow in PA. Fuel economy average on highway is 21 mpg (5 speed stick), 14 city. Still looks great, no squeaks, no rattles. Prefer to use 5w30 synthetic oil for performance. I have really tested the 4x4 system, on trails and especially on the beach (no roads in the northern Outer Banks). Great SUV, would love another for the wife.

  • love my sorento - 2004 Kia Sorento
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    very comfortable ride, fun to drive, love the interior, the stereo has a great sound...good gas mileage, 19 in town..21 on highway

  • My KIA - 2004 Kia Sorento
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    It has the best look of all Mid-size SUVs. I believe the engine is well matched to the vehicle. Great vehicle for the money

  • SOLID SUV - 2004 Kia Sorento
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    A VERY SOLID CAR TO DRIVE. I FEEL VERY SAFE INSIDE THIS SUV. IT LOOKS GREAT ON THE INSIDE AND OUTSIDE. IM STILL FINDING FEATURES I DIDNT KNOW IT HAD. LOTS OF PLACES TO STORE STUFF. POWERFUL 6 CYLINDER ENGIN THAT CAN KEEP PACE WITH TRAFFIC ON THE INTERSTATE..TERIFFIC FIELD OF VISION FROM THE DRIVERS SEAT...

  • DAMN GOOD - 2004 Kia Sorento
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    THIS SUV IS RUN TO DRIVE AND PLENTY OF ROOM. THE LX MODEL IS A BETTER VALUE THEN THE EX MODEL. WE ARE QUITE PLEASED WITH THSUV

  • Love IT - 2004 Kia Sorento
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    I travel at least 100 miles per day and this SUV is comfortable and reliable and consumes less gas than most SUVs on the market.

  • very excellent car - 2004 Kia Sorento
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    car is really a great family car. low on gas usage and just a smooth driving vehicle that will be good for a family.

  • Fun / Great Deal / Looks Great / Smooth - 2004 Kia Sorento
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    Overall, we love it - looks great and fits our needs forthe price. A sturdy well built excellent warranty vehicle. If in the market, these are better than Fords or Chevys any day !!!

  • The Best bang for the Buck!! Period! - 2004 Kia Sorento
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    I bought my Sorento for my wife to take to work and drop my son off at school. It really suprised me how nice this truck is for the price!!She loves it and gets compliments on it all the time. I hesitated to buy an SUV (Ive always driven cars) but when I looked at the features: Wood grain, Leather, heated seats, Sunroof, auto Climate control and the sticker price I figured I couldent go wrong! It rides a little stiff because it is built like a truck (body on frame) but that is good because if my wife gets in an accident (heaven forbid) then I know she has a better chance of walking away. Not to mention the standard side curtain air bags that other SUVs dont even offer!

  • Love the Car, Hate the Mileage - 2004 Kia Sorento
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    This is an outstanding vehicle. However, I didnt realize when I bought it that the mileage would be so ridiculously low. It seems like they should have had a freeway driving gear, as most of my miles are done on the highway and my mileage is still averaging 15.5 mpg. How can a V6 Vehicle get the same mileage as a full size V8 suv? Regardless of this, the car is superb and is a great value at purchase time. With gas at $2.25 per gallon, it is difficult to stomach the mileage. I also think the car is a little bumpy when you drive about 60mph on the freeway. Other than that, the car looks great and has nice features.

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