2003 Kia Sorento Research & Reviews

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.60/5 Average
321 Total Reviews
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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.

Pros:
  • Great value, class-leading warranty coverage, long list of standard features, solid construction, true off-road capability.
Cons:
  • Engine needs more power, subpar fuel economy, seat upholstery could stand improvement.

User Reviews:

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  • Sorrento is a Great Value - 2003 Kia Sorento
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    Looked at many SUVs ... owned two Jeep Grand Cherokees ... this is far the best valued SUV on the market. Great exterior styling and many interio extras. Very quite motor ... very impressive SUV... be sure and check-out the Sorrento before you purchase your next SUV.

  • Love my sorento - 2003 Kia Sorento
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    Only have 2200 miles, and so far my Sorento is everything I asked for and then some. Living in the Northeast, this winter was a breeze after getting this car in February. Wished I had gotten it sooner. The only draw back so far is the gas milage.

  • A Must Drive SUV - 2003 Kia Sorento
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    I was not sure about purchasing a SUV with the KIA name plate. Youve got to at least go for a test drive.The Sorento is everything the ads say and more. A lot of fun to drive and everyone notices the Sorento when you drive it.

  • Love my Sorento - 2003 Kia Sorento
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    After test driving the Sorento I left the dealership with a huge smile on my face. Thinking it was too good to be true, I test drove every other SUV in its class. I kept going back to the Sorento so I bought one! I love it! You cant and wont find a better vehicle with all the bells and whistles at this price! I even liked it over the Honda Pilot!!! A test drive is all you will need!

  • I love my Sorento! - 2003 Kia Sorento
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    Im a very new Sorento owner, but so far a very happy owner! I researched all types of SUVs before choosing the Sorento. For the low cost and looks of this vehicle, there is nothing on the market comparable! Im sad to admit that I actually look forward to waking up and driving to work, just so I can drive it! Now thats sad!! What a fun and beautiful SUV!!

  • Dutch Review - 2003 Kia Sorento
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    Hello everybody, this is a review from the Netherlands. I drove 2 Nissan Patrols for the last years and looked for something more comfortable with a nice price. This car has everything in it and i am very happy with it! It is fun to drive and people like the car because it looks good.

  • wow - 2003 Kia Sorento
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    When I first looked at the Sorento I was impressed. After two months of looking around, Icould not find anything better. But a KIA? After owning the Sorento now for almost two months. All I can say is: If you want a GREAT SUV get to KIA and buy one!!

  • Great SUV - 2003 Kia Sorento
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    I am very impressed an satisfied so far with my SORENTO.The power of this vehicle is very impressive for its weight. I have no trouble jumping on the highway,passing vehicles or just flat out wanting to get it up to 100 mph. YES 100 MPH +. I FELL IT LACKS NO POWER. I am only getting 18 mpg. on the highway. But I do drive pretty fast.60 to 70 MPH.So I guess the V-6 does like to drink heavily.The ride is very good for a truck frame body.The suspension is great.Porsche did a great job working with KIA.What a Great Vehicle.As far as reliability I only have 1000 miles on it. So far no problems of any kind.

  • Who would of thought? - 2003 Kia Sorento
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    Well I went and test drove just about everything in the 20k to 30k price range then I went to Kia. I was shocked I had never seen a Sorento, They looked great but then I drove it and WOW. Kia has made a believer out of me; I got the EX with everything except 4x4 and love it. All the other SUVs could not even come close, The Kia is a joy to drive and with all that leather and a nice 10 speaker sound I have to fight with my wife to drive it. It is by far the best bang for the buck and with their warranty you won’t have anything to worry about for a Long time. So do yourself a favor and go drive a Sorento.

  • tons of fun - 2003 Kia Sorento
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    this suv has been tons of fun off road and on road it is classy but manly the options are far more than expected in a suv that you can buy for less than 25k greatttttttttttttt suv.

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