Overview & Reviews

The 2011 Kia Sorento has been fully redesigned. Major changes include a switch to carlike unibody construction, more powerful engines and a new third-row seat.

• Long warranty.
• Decent-sized third-row seat
• Plentiful standard features
• Sporty handling
• Punchy optional V6

• Five-passenger model lacks a sliding second-row seat.
• Suspension tuning is a bit too firm

User Reviews:

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  Quite Satisfied - 2011 Kia Sorento
  By Robert - March 12 - 2:00 am

  I have to say, I really like this vehicle so far. Driving is enjoyable. The steering wheel is a bit heavy, but is not a distraction. The V6 engine has plenty of power. My gas mileage keeps going up the more I get used to it. Currently about 20 MPG in mixed driving. I am coming out of an Infiniti M35 and have not missed it. Comparatively, the backup camera is not quite as clear. The Bluetooth Phone connectivity was a bit challenging with two phones connected. Voice recognition is average. I found the transmission gearing a bit close and noticed some RPM pull in some downshifts. Overall I am very happy with the quality and driving impression of this car. Go drive one!

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  Suprise KIA - 2011 Kia Sorento
  By sako2019 - March 8 - 1:46 am

  We bought a 2010 Rav4. Recall, poor customer service and poor comfort drove us to reevaluate. The Sorento surprised both my wife and I. Very comfortable stable and powerful platform. We love all the standard features. They all seem to be very smart, just what you need but not a lot of gimmicks. Time will tell how well it all holds up.

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  great car - 2011 Kia Sorento
  By tsedhun - February 22 - 3:46 am

  Im a Toyota guy for the past ten years, I owned three different Toyotas, Camry, 2 4runner, but let me tell what Kia sorento totally blown me away with its looks and performance. I traded in my 4runner and got Sorento 2011, it was smart move because Toyota dealership was too spoiled and very bad customer service. Im very pleased with my Kia sorento 2011 purchase, I got sorento v6 ex awd, and it has all the goodies and Im loving it. I would highly recommend sorento 2011 for all those new car buyers, you should check it out and test drive. Youll definitely fall in love with it. And its make in usa. You go sorento.

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  Nightmare - 2011 Kia Sorento
  By Lrnosbig - February 5 - 10:00 am

  Loved my Kia Sorento until 20,000 miles. Then the nightmare problems began. Front axle broke in a busy intersection, ripping up the transmission (risked my life). Waited 3 weeks for parts. Took a deep breath and trusted the vehicle again. 2 weeks later the front CV boot failed on the freeway (risked my life again)! Kia headquarters would not buy it back. Kia dealership said "no thank you." They wouldnt even accept it as a trade- in. We ended up taking a huge loss on it as a trade-in with a different car company. Buyer beware. Id like to hear from other folks after they have put 20,000+ miles on theirs. Ill never buy another Kia product again.

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  First time Kia Owner - 2011 Kia Sorento
  By Very Pleased - February 5 - 10:00 am

  This is my first Kia vehicle. My last vehicles were a Chevy Cavalier & a Chevy Trail Blazer and I must say I was very hesitant when I decided to go with Kia. But I have been very impressed with my Sorento. I decided to go with Kia for mainly two reasons. First, Kias warranty is far better than any of their competitors. (10 Year, 100,000 Mile) And second, The Sorento was the only crossover that offer the most features and the highest safety reliability for the buck. I have been very satisfied and I would highly recommend this vehicle to anyone who is looking for a great SUV. (looks like a high-end luxury vehicle for a mid-range price)

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  Do not Waste your Time or Money - 2011 Kia Sorento
  By djruss84 - February 1 - 4:04 am

  I purchased my Sorento SX in november of 2010. About a month after my purchase the engine decided to blow up the day before christmas eve!!! The engine let out a loud screechy grinding sound then the car stoped dead in the middle of a busy intersection. I was without my car through the holidays then it took Kia over a Month to get the engine to the dealership. Also the paint on these are Rice paper thin and just a simple pebble with chip the paint to bear metal and it will rust within a few days if you do not inspect it daily. I would stay away from any KIA and spend a little more for a brand with a better record of quality.

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  I should have known better. - 2011 Kia Sorento
  By deacontull - January 26 - 1:07 pm

  At 1K miles this thing rattles/squeaks/pops more than a 15 year old Dodge caravan. Highway MPG is awful (24 if Im lucky). After the first washing, I noticed crud in the paint. No mechanical problems yet, but Im not encouraged. I deliberately waited a year or so for them to get the bugs out before buying, but clearly that doesnt cure cheap. I let the allure of long warranty, looks, and the array of features on the "convenience package" suck me in and blind me to the lack of quality. My bad. Do yourself a favor and ignore the sparkle. Pay a few extra bucks on a quality vehicle like Toyota or Subaru. This vehicle is no bargain.

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  A value if it proves reliable - 2011 Kia Sorento
  By JimScot - January 20 - 11:43 am

  Too new to rate reliability. However we looked at all four wheel and all wheel drive cars and the Kia was by far the best value. We also liked that it was made in the USA. A better overall value than the Subaru Forester. Initial mileage of 21 slightly disappointing as we were getting that from the V-6 in the Buick and this is only a four. Here in Maine, the AWD is essential during the winter months. Time will tell how the Kia will hold up.

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  Great family SUV for a great price! - 2011 Kia Sorento
  By jenguinn - January 18 - 12:32 am

  We bought our Sorento new in 2011 and have been driving it for 3 1/2 years now. We have been very happy with our purchase! We bought the Sorento instead of a Toyota Highlander due to the significant difference in price. The SX has all of the bells and whistles we wanted and we have not had any major problems with it in the 3 1/2 years that we have been driving it. Our vehicle has almost 40K miles on it now and we have driven it mostly in town and short highway trips of 2-4 hours. I still love the exterior design (even more than the newer Sorentos). And our local Kia dealership has been great for service. I would highly recommend this car.

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  Just needs a little work - 2011 Kia Sorento
  By OldPueblo - December 28 - 2:50 am

  Bought 3/15/2010 as my company vehicle. The drive by wire throttle system is sluggish to respond to changes. Probably not as noticeably in an automatic. The transmission (manual) is difficult to shift into 1st and 2nd when outside temp is cold (below 50). The fuel economy is not what I was hoping for either. Its getting better (started at about 19, but now averages 21-22 combined city/hwy). Quality of the audio system is not the greatest. It distorts badly when played loud. I wanted to get some miles on it before complaining about anything. It now has 6500 miles on it, so its time to go to the dealer. Love the vehicle, it just a has a few quirks to iron out. Hopefully they can.