Overview & Reviews
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.
- Great value, long list of standard features, solid construction, true off-road capability, lengthy warranty coverage.
- Mediocre fuel economy, harsh ride over sharp impacts.
User Reviews:
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Kia Sorento - 2004 Kia Sorento
By Sorento Owner - August 2 - 2:00 amI was in the market for an SUV. After looking for a while at the more expensive brands with what I thought was a better name at the time I kept finding myself drawn back to the Kia Sorento and the Hundai Santa Fe. You can not beat the prices and the warranties that come with the vehicles. The finance manager at Atlantic Auto Mall almost cost himself a sale because he was completely nasty and arrogant when we said no to the extended waranty. Edmunds.com was a huge help in our purchase. I made four thousand more on my trade in after researching with edmunds after my first shopping trip for this vehicle at the same dealer.
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So far so good - 2004 Kia Sorento
By snowdude - July 3 - 10:00 amWe just bought an 03 Kia Sorrento EX and so far so good. The car provides a very comfortable ride and my wife loves it. I wanted a Toyota 4Runner but she liked the smaller size of the Kia. The outside and inside finish on our car is excellent. We love the smooth ride and cant wait to take it up to Snowbird for a few powder runs.
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KIA SORENTO EX - 2004 Kia Sorento
By Fran DiIorio - June 15 - 10:00 amOVERALL I FEEL THIS VEHICLE IS EXCEPTIONAL FOR THE MONEY I SPENT. IF I WERE TO BUY AN AMERICAN SUV WITH THE SAME OPTIONS I WOULD HAVE SPENT ABOUT EIGHT THOUSAND MORE THAN I DID. I OWN AN AUTO BODY REPAIR FACILITY AND AM ABLE TO DRIVE ALOT OF DIFFERENT VEHICLES. I FIRMLY FEEL THIS VEHICLES BUILD QUALITY IS COMPAREABLE TO THE BMW X5, THE RX 300, AND THE VW TOUREG - FOR HALF THE INVESTMENT. OVERALL I DONT BELIEVE I COULD HAVE PURCHASED A BETTER VEHICLE FOR THE MONEY. YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPOINTED!
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Excellent Vehicle! - 2004 Kia Sorento
By Cyph - May 14 - 2:00 amI just bought this vehicle last month and I love it. Compared to many other SUVs in its class,it was the best value for what you get! It drives smoothly and is very roomy. I recommend it!
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LEXUS HAS COMPETITION - 2004 Kia Sorento
By L and D - November 19 - 2:00 amI just got my Sorento and I love it! It looks just like the Lexus, but it has a much nicer sticker price. I looked at a lot of SUVs, and there arent any out there that can compare to the features for the price. I would like better fuel mileage though.
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Disappointed - 2004 Kia Sorento
By T. Brown - September 21 - 4:23 amI purchased this car new and all I can say is that only an idiot (and that includes me) would pay $28,000 for this Korean piece of crap. Problems are too numerous to list, however have been covered under warranty up to this point. Too bad I dont get reimbursed for all my time sitting in the service dept waiting area. The mileage issue has nothing to do with engine size. The transmission is not geared properly which is why at 70 mph you tach out at 2800 rpm. Car needs a 5th gear. The vehicle is also rusting on the inside of the doors (the car has been garaged every day since bringing it home). The car is now worth only 13k and has every option on it that KIA offers. Will never buy another KIA.
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Satisfied Consumer - 2004 Kia Sorento
By T Fuller - September 10 - 9:53 pmA big fan of the 5 speed transmission and rear wheel drive. The Sorento handles well in all conditions - particularly off road in difficult situations. Have been able to get out of wet muddy conditions with ease. Hugs the ground well, even on steep incline. Had some electrical problems - cruise control was inoperable - new fuse required only. I am rough on vehicle with many kms but maintain it well. Find pick up off the mark slow at times. Have had the Sorento 2 years with 72,000 kms and just purchased my second with delivery later this week. New one has sideboards for easier child access.
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Great SUV, HORRIBLE Gas Mileage!!! - 2004 Kia Sorento
By jc3656 - March 28 - 10:00 amThis is the perfect mid-sized SUV, with one exception...12MPG gas mileage. how can a Koren vehicle have every ammenity under the sun and still not be created with fuel efficiency in mind? I chose the beige colored EX model LOADED with everything except towing package. I traded in a 2002 loaded Suzuki XL-7 for this vehicle and was like going from a Yugo to Lexus. Not even close (in my eyes) as far as quality of interior and "feel". Again, great all around SUV...HORRIBLE MPG!
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2004 EX 4WD - 2004 Kia Sorento
By Mac9902 - January 18 - 2:00 amI just purchased a 2004 Sorento EX 4WD with luxury package, ABS, and spoiler. The car was for my wife who had fallen in love with the Sorento. I must say that for the 48 hours Ive had it Im very pleased. The build quality seems excellent. We have the EX with luxury package so it has all the bells and whistles. Pretty fun to drive, but I havent taken it off road yet. Ill update my reviews after Ive got some more miles on her. I rated reliability as a 5 because of the short time I owned the car.
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KIA not ready for prime time - 2004 Kia Sorento
By Rickj - December 14 - 12:03 pmWhile we DO like our Sorento, we have had nothing but bad luck with the Kia dealership. Every time something goes wrong it has to be ordered from Korea! They didnt even have brake pads at the dealership and had to check at Kragen. The following things have failed already: Front differential leaked, CD player, front struts, cruise control. Rear springs are shot, but they claim vehicle abuse and wont replace. We have only had the truck out to desert for very light off-roading once, but we do have a 270 foot rough dirt driveway. (The 3 Series BMW seems to be able to handle it though). The truck is a nice for grocery shopping, but suspension not suitable for real 4X4 activity.
