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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  love my kia - 2005 Kia Sorento
  By carol - March 1 - 7:33 am

  I love this suv, it is fun to drive and comfortable. Lots of value here, love the warranty!

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  Love my kia - 2005 Kia Sorento
  By chris - February 28 - 8:20 pm

  I traded my Kia Sportage for a Kia Sorento. It was the best choice that I made. The Sorento has more space and storage. Very comfortable. Its easy to handle on the road and has a lot of power. Everything you need while driving is easy to reach. It looks great and drives great!

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  2004 kia sorento 2wd - 2005 Kia Sorento
  By barski55@msn.com - January 8 - 6:53 pm

  this is a very sound car. drives great , handles as if is on rails. fun to drive - looks great ,safe top quality.

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  I love my Sorento! - 2005 Kia Sorento
  By Kia Princess - January 3 - 6:20 pm

  My husband purchased the 2005 Kia Sorento for me as a Christmas gift and I love it! It looks like a much more expensive SUV and it drives like one,too. I needed the room but did not want to look like I was driving a bus. I have gotten so many compliments on my Sorento - people always think it is a Lexus SUV. When they realize it is not they are surprised. The warranty that Kia provides is one of the best out there. I had an Optima before this car and love the Kia products and I knew that I wanted something bigger and I wanted it to be a another Kia. We found out that the digital clocks had been recalled and needed to be replaced so anyone with a problem just contact your dealer to get a new one.

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  Kia Sure Surprised Me! - 2005 Kia Sorento
  By John - December 27 - 9:03 am

  Well I guess the gas mileage depends on how much you step on the gas. I seem to do okay with mine. All in all I love my Sorento. Its roomy, comfortable, luxurious, yet still sporty. Two thumbs up from this Mid Sized SUV guy

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  Excellent SUV - 2005 Kia Sorento
  By Curtis Miller - November 26 - 8:43 pm

  I purchased the Sorento to replace a Jeep Grand Cherokee that had 150K miles. For the cost, the Sorento cant be beat. But be aware that gas mileage is not great. I drive 85 miles a day and have been averaging about 18mpg which isnt bad but a bit lower than my Jeep. I havent had any issues with the Kia except for one "recall" dealing with the control unit for the passenger air bag. I didnt buy the Sorento for off-roading; but now that winter is approaching I do expect to get to test out its driveability in snow. I dont expect to be disappointed. A good buy!

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  3 Strikes and the Kia is out!!!!! - 2005 Kia Sorento
  By mdacosta - October 31 - 2:18 pm

  Cant believe it my kia has to go back for the third time for crank polly bolt that keeps breaking off!!!! With bad service and bad attitude from there service department!!! With all the light bulbs going out at different times of the week and A/C stop working after the first year and no body knows why.... Heater never gets hot enough in cold winter weather here in Canada, I have to wear extra clothes to keep warm. Battery always needs a boost. Paint chips off. Do yourself a favor and DONT BUY A KIA!!!!! Youre better off walking, mine leaves me stranded.....

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  Never ending story - 2005 Kia Sorento
  By njones - October 16 - 3:00 pm

  Bought this new. Had problems right from the start. ICV problem caused engine replacement. Now shifter ($500) fell off in my hand. Next I get news from dealer main computer board needs replacement ($900), Kia refuses to accept any responsibility. These problems in now way could be caused by our use. Kia customer service the absolute worse.

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  Sorento is truly a plus - 2005 Kia Sorento
  By Sorento EX - October 8 - 1:40 am

  This point is just from the 2nd day and I am really enjoying the ride the look the comfort the stability. Still need time for mileage and reliability. Good price for the comfort and room and well equipped extras. I am happy with kia this is my 4th year into kia vehicles and I can really really on good service and good attitudes.

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  Love At First Drive !!! - 2005 Kia Sorento
  By RafaelVD - October 5 - 10:00 am

  After researching several SUVs, including the pricier ones; I finally tried a Sorento. I was still cautious of a Kia product, even though the Edmunds reviews were raving; but after one test drive .. I had to have it!! The looks, the quietness, the cd/radio, the comfort, the nice drive, the warranty .. it was all there! Plus, its $10K cheaper on avg. than the other luxury SUVs I researched. I also feel very safe with the pass. & side airbags (I also got anti-lock brakes.) I really feel that I got the best SUV available today, and that it happens to be affortable. Believe when I tell, this car turns heads and makes people rethink! You will be proud to own this SUV ... I know I am.