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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  Best $ for $ car in the WORLD! - 2003 Kia Sorento
  By boconn03 - December 7 - 10:00 am

  I just rolled 8000 miles on my Sorento and absolutely love it. Im happy to report after 3 major road trips and daily driving ZERO problems. Fuel mileage could be better but has improved since broken in. If youre looking for an SUV look no further.

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  kia review - 2003 Kia Sorento
  By pete tynning - December 7 - 10:00 am

  Although milage is not great, the tade off is the heavy latter frame construction for safety. easy to drive, with a tight turning radious. I like the large size tires for this mid size suv which has good off road capibility.

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  my sorento - 2003 Kia Sorento
  By mike &tina - December 1 - 10:00 am

  we have had our sorento for almost a month we are very happy with it i have had one problem with it the seat fabric on the drivers seat got all wrinkled other we are happy with it

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  7 months now - 2003 Kia Sorento
  By kwhite138 - December 1 - 10:00 am

  I first posted here shortly after I purchased my Sorento. I had to be honest on questions like quality, etc., I put down 5s as it was too new to know. Now its 7 months down the road and this vehicle more than I hoped for! In the winter, it was amazing (most snow in years). Gas mileage could be better, but it is better than the sticker suggested.

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  Love at first sight. - 2003 Kia Sorento
  By cbelkins71 - November 19 - 2:00 am

  My Kia Sorento is wonderful, it is equiped with all the necessities to enjoy driving, cruise, power outlets for cell phones, rear hatch, etc.. I test drove a Sorento and fell in love with the SUV. It is stylish and has great manuverability. Furthermore, there is lots of room and cargo space for trips. The backseat can comfortably hold a carseat and two grown adults. Lastly, with the 10 year/ 100,000 mile warrenty how can you go wrong?

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  I LOVE iT - 2003 Kia Sorento
  By baby billy - November 19 - 2:00 am

  I love the sorento i owned the sportege and hated it I wouldnt want nothing other than the sorento its mid size I am a short person and i feel real comfortable

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  We Made a Great Decision!! - 2003 Kia Sorento
  By Mrjammer - October 25 - 10:00 am

  We bought an EX w/luxury package, ABS, load leveler, hitch, & spoiler. Rides great. Super quiet, loaded with features. We looked at just about every SUV in the $25-35K range, and the Sorento blew us away with its styling, features and warranty for the price. We love it! The total experience so far has been top notch!

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  Great Fun, Great Price - 2003 Kia Sorento
  By OMALLEY - September 18 - 2:00 am

  I couldnt find a better SUV with in $12,000. PERIOD

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  Great Buy! - 2003 Kia Sorento
  By Angie - September 16 - 8:00 pm

  Bought the vehicle back in June of 2003 and 34,000 miles later we are still loving it. I have only had it in the shop for oil changes. Only complaint has been with the service department at the dealership - my husband has complained (almost every time) that they over fill the oil when changing it. We would like to buy another one, but will look at the new Sportage first.

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  BMW, Lexus, Lincoln or Kia? - 2003 Kia Sorento
  By Kevster - September 1 - 10:00 am

  I needed a new SUV and started the old search/compare deal. I test drove all the brands, and then finally Kia. For me, luxury and price were the issues. Dont get me wrong, the BMW is nice and Lexus is smooth as silk, but when I compared the features in my EX luxury model with those of the others, I just couldnt see spending the extra 10 to 30K. Research aside, I have to say that my Sorento purchase is the smartest thing Ive done in years. I just love this car, its comfortable, drives well, has OK gas mileage and I didnt spend a mint to have the status of a certain logo, cause honestly, thats the only differnce in the Kia and BMW X-5. Really.