Overview & Reviews

The optional sport package now includes blacked-out headlamps and, on LX models, a premium audio system. A five-speed automatic transmission replaces last year's four-speed unit.

• Great value, long list of standard features, high-quality interior materials, solid construction, true off-road capability, lengthy warranty coverage.

• Mediocre fuel economy, harsh ride over sharp bumps.

User Reviews:

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  Perfect BUY - 2005 Kia Sorento
  By Daniel R. - July 18 - 2:30 am

  We purchased this vehicle so that we could pull our two pwcs. The Sorento not only pulls the pwcs really well, but it has been a great vehicle. We are so happy to have purchased this vehicle and we will definitely look at Hyundai and Kia again.

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  Youd want this in your driveway - 2005 Kia Sorento
  By JTE7690 - July 11 - 12:06 am

  I bought my 2005 Kia Sorento because my Mitsubishi Eclipse was getting too small. I looked at the Ford Explorer V6 and also the Toyota Highlander. I loved the way this one looked and drove. I must recommend the EX 4WD model because it rides sooo much better then the LX. Especially if you want the moonroof and the power seats!

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  Poor Sevice Department - 2005 Kia Sorento
  By tgh1357 - April 5 - 8:10 am

  Bought new. 1 week later found out sunroof leaked due to poor manufacturing. Fought with dealership to fix (said we probably walked on the roof!) Finally fixed, but had paint overspray all over vehicle. Passenger air bag didnt work. Kia service told me to sit with legs tightly squeezed and it would work! Finally agreed to fix it. Sent seat out for repair. Scratched door jams really bad and gave me touch up paint to fix a new vehicle myself! Too many headlight changes to mention. Dome light motor replaced, electric seat motor replaced. Paint very, very thin and dents easily. Dealing with below surface rust on the tailgate now. Rims have corroded beyond belief and look terrible.

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  Reliable Gas Guzzler - 2005 Kia Sorento
  By Mar - March 29 - 1:23 pm

  I had a 2-door Honda Accord before this so I was not prepared for the cost of gas to fill this tank. It is a drain on my wallet and Im looking to sell and go back to a car. Its a good looking car, pretty fun to drive (except for eying the fuel tank gauge). Very good in the snow, Ill miss the reliability of driving up a hill in snow and not worrying about getting stuck. Bought it w/ 32k miles, Ive put 12k on it, still under warranty, had a couple check engine lights that turned out to be the gas tank O2 sensors. rear light bulb went out, fixed it myself for $2. If I was an SUV driver and didnt care about gas mileage, Id keep the Sorento, but Im not so it has to go.

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  Gas Guzzler - 2005 Kia Sorento
  By jeffp - September 4 - 8:36 pm

  Overall nice vehicle poor gas economy

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  great design, but flawed! - 2005 Kia Sorento
  By Doug B. - March 10 - 5:20 pm

  This is a company car; we wanted something fairly new with a warranty and the Sorento fit the bill. I am impressed with the ride, the handling, the comfort (I am 68") and the storage. Despite its low horsepower, I find it to be a quick when you mash the pedal. What really impressed me is the storage, all the reviews by car mags complain about the lack of storage but I found it to be more than enough. Dealer service has been exemplary. My personal car is a Lexus LS400, and the dealer treatment approaches the Lexus dealer. With every service they wash the car, amazing. Only complaint is the check engine light.

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  SWEET - T RIDE - 2005 Kia Sorento
  By Sean - January 3 - 8:10 am

  The only downside I have is the poor gas mileage. I believe this could be improved with 5 - 6 speed transmission. Also it has less pick up than expected. I find it hard to believe the KIA minivan has better fuel economy.

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  Dont Love My Kia - 2005 Kia Sorento
  By Dont love my Kia - December 25 - 10:20 am

  I bought my Kia new because it gave me so much for such a great price, and I love the look. However, I have had it in the shop for repairs at least 8 times in three years. If they cant replicate the issue they dont acknowledge it. I even created the terrible noise for the representative, but because the service manager couldnt do it, they changed nothing. There are many rattles, I have had to replace the windshield washer twice, the battery had to be replaced, the suspension has had multiple problems. Several lights have been replaced. Nothing huge but all very annoying - Im looking to get rid of it before something else goes!

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  Kia Sorento - 2005 Kia Sorento
  By Blair - December 17 - 11:13 am

  I test drove numerous SUVs and for the price, there is no comparison. The Kia is an excellent choice for value and styling.

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  Great SUV! - 2005 Kia Sorento
  By BSeverson - November 29 - 2:00 am

  I bought my Kia used in 2007. I had never even driven a Kia before this one and was a little uneasy about buying one. Turns out its one of the best cars I have ever owned. Perfect size for the family(wife and two kids). With good storage in the back and a decent roof rack. Love that it has full size tires and not the barbie doll ones like on the Sportage. Okay the wife is out of the room now, let me tell you what I really think! This car is beast! I live in Colorado where it can snow pretty good and when you put this thing in 4x4 and mash the pedal it can take you places. Im talking 4 ft tall drifts sometimes 20 ft across and this KIA got me across them. I have proof the car can take a beating.