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 it - 2005 Kia Sorento
  By Kia Lover - December 26 - 2:20 pm

  Researched Toyota Highlander and test drove Hyundai Santa Fe, purchased the Sorento EX. Wanted the added protection of curtain airbags. Added Torque-on- Demand, and ABS breaks, for the best value for my buck. This truck is roomy and attractive inside and out. Handles well, seats 5 comfortably, and offers more than enough cargo space. Everytime I come outside and see it, Im glad I purchased it.

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  I love my Sorento - 2005 Kia Sorento
  By philm - December 5 - 9:33 pm

  After driving two Explorers for the past nine years, it was time for a change. Dollar for dollar the Sorento puts the Explorer to shame. Although I would like for the MPG to be better, overall I could not be happier. Style, comfort, options, warranty, price, the Sorento has the competition beat hands down. If youre looking for an SUV, I would seriously consider a Sorento.

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  Great Deal!! - 2005 Kia Sorento
  By Satisfied for Now!!! - November 23 - 1:26 am

  I have been driving a compact car for almost 10 years so this purchase was a major adjustment. I like the interior size, the quiet ride, the powertrain warranty, and the overall style of the vehicle.

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  Excellent SUV for the money - 2005 Kia Sorento
  By mrob92 - October 24 - 4:16 pm

  I have been really happy with my Kia Sorento. It drives really well, and handles great in the snow. I am considering getting another once it is time for a new one. It has a lot of interior space compared to similar models.

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  2 Years and 28K Miles Later - 2005 Kia Sorento
  By Ited - October 3 - 8:40 am

  The warranty was a major selling point as was the exterior styling (my wife liked that the most). For me the safety was a major factor as my wife is petite and I want her safe. Weve had the rotors turned which I dont believe should be necessary and tail light bulbs replaced both at our cost as they werent under warranty. Weve had transmission hesitation, but no break down. Weve had the overhead console multi-meter replaced twice to try to get it to be accurate. My wife thinks it is quieter than our Saturn and likes it the best of all the cars we have had. Weve also had a few undetermined rattles. Dealerships in our area SoCal have disappeared but a new one opened. So far a good buy.

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  Love it!! - 2005 Kia Sorento
  By Lindsay Gibson - July 19 - 9:06 pm

  This is our third Kia. Weve always been happy with the company, the customer service, the warranties, and most of all, the cars. We had a Sephia, then a Spectra. We decided to look into getting an SUV because we are both musicians, and have a lot of musical equipment that were constantly hauling here & there. I did a lot of research regarding this decision. Even though we loved Kia, I wanted to make sure we were getting an SUV that we could feel safe in, and that wed be happy in for a long time. The Sorento had every feature we couldve imagined!! Everything is so unnecessarily lavish - I feel so rich just sitting in it! The woodgrain detailing looks so nice, and it is SO roomy!

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  long drive & snow it still gets me there - 2005 Kia Sorento
  By i love my kia - May 20 - 3:00 am

  I got my kia sorento just this November. It had 70,000 miles on it but with good history. It was well maintained. I drove it from Indiana to upstate NY. With all 6 luggage I cant say anything bad against this car. Now am testing it on snow so far so good. What I have to agree on kia said they will void my warranty because, Im the second owner. What a reason! 100,000 miles of warranty is still 100,000 miles of warranty.

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  Love it - 2005 Kia Sorento
  By hawaii_bubba - May 17 - 2:33 pm

  I looked at several different Mid Size SUVs including Ford, Mazda and Nissan. Of all the models I looked at the Sorento was the only one that had all the features I was looking for.

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  I am sure I will buy another Kia in 2007 - 2005 Kia Sorento
  By E. Thomas - April 8 - 4:03 pm

  I love this SUV. It handles better than my Blazer Extreme did. And it has a lot more room. It is a beautiful SUV. It has good pickup and gets about 20 miles or more to the gallon -- for this big of an SUV that is great. The seats are comfortable and the ride is excellent. I plan to buy another one in a few years. I also test drove a Chevy Blazer and bought the KIA because of the way it drove and handled.

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  2005 Kia Sorento LX - 2005 Kia Sorento
  By danielle - March 1 - 10:50 pm

  I absolutely fell in love with my car the minute I drove it off the lot. I have told everyone I know to run right out and buy one. Unfortunately my car is horrible in the winter weather. There is absolutely no traction against snow and ice. The added traction button is a false hope as well. I recently had it in for new tires and even the mechanic said its not the tires, its the car itself. I hope that in the near future a 4x4 will handle the snow better because I would like to buy another one when my lease is up. But I am highly against anyone getting a 2wd unless you live in warm sunny weather 24-7.