Overview & Reviews
For 2006, alloy wheels are now standard on all Sorento models.
- 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:
Showing 61 through 70 of 88.00-
Defective part that can cause catastrophic failure - 2006 Kia Sorento
By Kathy - May 24 - 4:43 amModel years 2002-09 contain a defective engine crank sprocket that when the bolt breaks, causes you to loss your power steering and the engine is JUNK. The bolt broke while I was on the highway doing 65 MPH. When I went to steer on to the on ramp, I had NO power steering and almost went off the road. I had the car towed to the dealer and they told me the crank shaft bolt broke and I needed a new engine to the tune of $5000.00 I purchased the car used 6 months before for $8900.00 and there was less than 91,000 miles on it. I ended up losing my shirt on this piece of junk that Kia KNEW was defective. They dont seem to care that someone can get killed when this happens.
-
Great SUV - 2006 Kia Sorento
By Stephanie - May 15 - 2:00 pmWeve owned our Sorento for 3-1/2 years and have been pleasantly surprised. We had never owned a Kia or knew anyone who owned one and were worried about the quality as a result. It has over 30k miles on it and weve never had a single problem, issue, or bug with it. We mostly use it for short trips around town, but it has performed well in all sorts of conditions (snowy mountain, rural desert roads, regular big city driving with constant breaking and fast accelerating). Weve gotten the oil changed regularly and done the recommended maintenance, but other than that, its required no trips to the dealer or shop.
-
Solid performer w/minor illnesses... - 2006 Kia Sorento
By Gramotey - April 24 - 4:36 amOur Kia purchase was quite impulsive: weve liked the ride quality right away,and weve been specifically looking for 4x4 capabilities, some economy...bought this as no 4x4 Tuscons were available in Texas :) Body is incredibly rigid,some serious off-road performance.Comfortable and predictive road manners,good breaking backed-up by standard ABS.Reasonable controls,very good visibility,very good stock sound(although we both are missing mp3/USB/AUX jacks).Outlet in the trunk was quite a nice find!Minor problems weve seen so far is 2 blown turn signal lamps(they are doubled,however) which I had replaced and that was the end of it as of now, and main dome light is incommunicado. Thats minor...
-
2006 KIA Sorento EX Sport - 2006 Kia Sorento
By Robert McCoin - April 18 - 3:43 pmExcellent vehicle for the money. Fun to drive.
-
I used to be a "Chevy Man"... - 2006 Kia Sorento
By Frizzer - February 25 - 5:53 pm...until I bought my 2006 Kia Sorento! I have owned my Sorento for 7 weeks and have put over 4,000 miles on it, mostly commuting. This vehicle is comfortable, powerful and fun to drive. It is good for lugging the kids to practice and it looks good when I take my wife out. My wife and I have always bought Chevy trucks before and after test driving the Kia Sorento and experiencing quality again, we were sold. The Kia Sorento is the perfect all around family car.
-
love my new Sorento - 2006 Kia Sorento
By pedro - December 18 - 6:26 amI drove the Sorento for the first time about two weeks ago. I loved it. The ride was excellent. Yesterday I went to the same dealer I purchased my new Kia Sportage in 1998, test drove the Sorento again and...drove it home. I purchased the LX with running board and flood lamps. I paid around $22K TOTAL. Did I say I love this car (suv)? If you are looking at the RAV4, Jeep Liberty, Suzuki Grand Vitara. the Kia Sorento has all them beat, HANDS DOWN. Same price or even cheaper. I wanted to buy the EX but was not crazy about the sunroof. The ride is very smooth. I LOVE IT.
-
Could be better.... - 2006 Kia Sorento
By SterlingBlue - September 6 - 2:50 amOverall I love this vehicle. It is fun to drive and it suits me much better than a sedan. However I bought a black car and the paints finish looked like someone had wiped down the vehicle with sandpaper. I noticed the defect the day after purchasing it. I fought for 12 months to get it fixed. Neither Kia nor dealer would take responsibility. I have had the car waxed/buffed/shined at least 20 times by professionals and the scratches will not go away. Shame on you Kia!! For this reason I will never buy from Kia again.
-
Best New Purchase I have made - 2006 Kia Sorento
By rsigler - September 5 - 4:56 amI purchased my SUV one week ago and couldnt be happier. I have had no problems and the more you drive it the more you like it. I have purchased a few new vehicles over time and this one is exceeding my expectations and is my favorite.
-
So glad I listened to mom!! I love it! - 2006 Kia Sorento
By jennjan68 - August 21 - 7:23 amSo glad I listened to my mom!! I love it! I am the second owner of this KIA. I just bought it 5 days ago from a local dealership here in AZ. with 32,500 miles on it...And it looks, drives and handles like its brand new. I AM IMPRESSED! I know that Ive only my KIA for under a week, but I feel very confident in saying that I would highly recommend this vehicle to anyone looking for a mid size SUV. I work in the rental car industry, so Im able to drive all sorts of vehicles. And with our fleet changing every few months, Ive gotten the full experience of each and every SUV out there sm. to lg. & affordable to expensive. The KIA Sorento gets an A+ in my opinion!
-
Have owned 2 Kia Sorentos - 2006 Kia Sorento
By Robin - August 2 - 8:40 amI have owned 2 Sorentos,EX is loaded,I love it all, gas mileage is good when comparing to other SUVs, Kia is built better and tougher than most, Great price range, sometimes you get what you pay for , but with Kia you get more than you pay for, Great job Kia!
