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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  Best Car Ever Owned - 2011 Kia Sorento
  By Sakequeen - March 24 - 9:23 pm

  6-Speed is awesome! Great gas mileage, just drove from Pittsburgh to Kitty Hawk, NC and it was THE most comfortable ride I have ever had. I love the features and the overall look (SNOW WHITE PEARL). So much room in the back cargo area, and my kids love the large amount of space in the backseats, as well as the air vents. Best vehicle I have ever purchased. I have owned Honda, Saturn, VW, and a Pontiac, this is my forever car. I feel like I bought an expensive car. I am always getting stopped by people inquiring about it.

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  My Sorento LX-6 - 2011 Kia Sorento
  By Jake - March 24 - 9:00 am

  Got one of the first LX-6 models, drove the 4 cyl and was going to get the EX-6 but didnt need all the equipment. The 4 cyl is a bit underpowered but adequate. The 6cyl has great power and is fun to drive. All 6 cyl models come with rear A/C and rear 3rd row seats which are to small for an adult and if used there is little storage space. Has 18 inch tires so its rough of bumpy roads but quiet and smooth otherwise. So far gas mileage here in S. Fl with a/c used most days has been close to sticker. Vehicle is comfortable, brakes and handling are very good and price was even better for what you get.

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  Hoped for more - 2011 Kia Sorento
  By helkins - March 23 - 6:11 pm

  I bought mine used last year a 2011. Had a few problems in the beginning but they fixed it. It seems it was electrical and needed a software update and something about a brake switch. Other than that it has been running good. The battery does wear down quickly. The engine runs louder than what I think a new car should. Coming up on 30K service so will have it checked. Also the gas mileage is terrible. Not sure how some people are getting 22-23 in city on a V6 AWD. I get 15mpg but I am probably avg speed 35 and a lot of stop and go. Maybe that has something to do with it. But also on highway I havent gotten more than 21mpg. Considering trading it in but wondering, cont below...

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  Best Purchase To-Date - 2011 Kia Sorento
  By sdolan - March 17 - 8:02 am

  Recently bought the 2011 Kia Sorento LX (AWD, 6 speed automatic) and it has been the BEST purchase to-date. It has a truck chassis and so, if you like the feel/ride of a truck youll enjoy this one. Smooth shift of gears helps enjoy the ride, though you have to watch your speed; 100 kms feels the same as 60 kms and I noticed I speed a little more (accidentally) in this vehicle.

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  Not Enough Bang For The Buck - 2011 Kia Sorento
  By nojoke1 - February 21 - 6:14 pm

  We purchased a 2011 SX AWD with 42,000 miles recently. This being my first Kia and first SUV I was excited to say the least. However, after a few weeks of driving I started noticing little things such as rattles, rough ride, touchy steering, road noise, acceleration issues (barely touch the pedal and expect a whiplash), cheap plastic interior, uncomfortably flat seat cushions, and seat warmers with one setting (scalding or off). It has already been in the shop for shift lock cam being loose and within a month is going back for the same problem. I believe the Sorento has potential as being a quality vehicle but has several issues to improve on. I find it substandard for the price!

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  RUN AWAY FROM KIA! - 2011 Kia Sorento
  By acraite - February 16 - 5:05 pm

  I am so mad with myself to buying this car. It was so cute and nice. It was nice to drive. It look great! Then, my satalite radio subscibion ran out. So I was listening to fm. Its all staticy and crackley. I called kia service multple times that is how it is suppose to be. okay. Great a 30,000 $ car and the radio is crap. A few weeks later the backup camera comes on, in DRIVE! Okay, call the Kia service, they tell me that there is nothing wrong. I am so mad, that I cant be helped. I have a video of my camera coming on and the stupid people in the service tell me there is nothing to be fixed. Dont be stupid and buy a kia. Damn I should have bought a Toyata or a freaking honda

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  shockingly good! - 2011 Kia Sorento
  By nocal kia convert - February 8 - 9:23 am

  EX 2WD I4 limited/premium & 3rd row I drove a TON of competitors, didnt even know about the new Sorento until I spotted one. It is not just a lot of car for the money, its simply a shockingly nice vehicle. It really shouldnt be compared against RAV4 or CRV - much nicer interior and exterior design, definitely larger, and a more refined ride than either. Size/features/ride slot it more against the Highlander, Murano, or MDX - but undercuts all of those by $10k or more comparably equipped. Interior design/features more tasteful than all save perhaps the MDX. Murano and MDX have a more sportier drive, but for the 10-15K premium they seem a stretch as neither is exactly a Cayenne.

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  Excellent MPG - 2011 Kia Sorento
  By Excellent MPG!!! - February 5 - 7:33 am

  I purchased my 2011 4 cyl Sorento in March 2010 (With Premium 1 and Limited) and normally experience 29-32 MPG on the highway. City driving is around 25- 27. I have 5,500 miles now and very pleased with the MPG. I have been a loyal Honda customer, but they were not willing to consider negotiating on the new Crosstour. Im very pleased with the Sorento thus far.

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  Unreliable KIA Sorento - 2011 Kia Sorento
  By subalulf - January 30 - 7:02 am

  Our Kia Sorento (EX V6) had to have the transmission replaced at 15,000 miles (not the recalled version). The electrical panels replaced at 25k miles. Mysterious popping noise in axel went un-repaired because they couldnt figure out the issue. Interior component broke prior to 36k. It was supposed to be covered under warranty but local dealer network refused to repair. Claiming it was "broken" and not a factory defect. We did not "break" the part but customers have little recourse if the dealer network performs the evaluation (and damaged the part further during evaluation). In general, Kia corporate and the Kia dealers appear unreliable and unresponsive to multiple mechanical flaws.

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  One major problem..... - 2011 Kia Sorento
  By penguin103 - January 8 - 5:18 pm

  I love almost everything about my 2011 Kia Sorento. Its very roomy, comfortable, tons of standard options and very functional. Also averaging about 23 mpg, which is better than I expected. The biggest downfall, so far, of my Kia has been a transmission issue where my car will automatically downshift into 4th gear and stick in that gear until I turn the engine off. Its done this twice and my wife is now scared to drive it. I just pray it doesnt shift into 1st or 2nd gear at 55+ mph.