The Sorento is available in rear-wheel drive Base, LX and EX trims, or as a four-wheel drive LX or EX trim. The Base and LX trims come standard with a 242 hp 3.3-liter V6 engine while the EX models are powered by a 262 hp 3.8-liter V6 engine. A five-speed automatic transmission with sequential shifting mode is the only transmission offered. Safety features that come standard include side curtain and knee airbags, four-wheel disc antilock brakes, active front head restraints and an electronic stability system. The Kia Sorento receives a new V6 engine for its Base and LX trims for 2008.
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Sorento
2008
2008 Kia Sorento
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Specs & Features
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Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
3.3L V-6 / 242 HP / 228 ft.lbs.
Transmission
5-spd Sportmatic w/OD
Drive Type
Rear-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined
16 / 22 / 19 Mpg
Passenger Capacity
5
Bumper to Bumper Warranty
60 Months / 60,000 Miles
Mechanical Specs
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque | 3.3L V-6 / 242 HP / 228 ft.lbs. |
Drive Type | Rear-wheel |
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined | 16 / 22 / 19 Mpg |
Brakes | 4-wheel Disc |
Front Suspension | Double Wishbone |
Rear Suspension | Rigid Axle Multi-link |
Spare Tire And Wheel | Compact Steel |
Fuel Tank | 21.1 Gal. |
Recommended Fuel Type | Regular Unleaded |
Average Cost To Fill Tank | $81 |
Dimensions & Capabilities
Maximum Cargo Volume | 66.4 Cu.ft. |
Passenger Volume | 106 Cu.ft. |
Exterior Length | 180.7 " |
Exterior Width | 73.3 " |
Exterior Height | 68.1 " |
Front Headroom | 39.7 " |
Rear Headroom | 39.5 " |
Front Legroom | 42.6 " |
Rear Legroom | 36.1 " |
Front Shoulder Room | 58.9 " |
Rear Shoulder Room | 58.4 " |
Front Hip Room | |
Rear Hip Room | |
Curb Weight | 4,149 Lbs. |
Wheel Base | 107 " |
Turning Radius | 17.7 ' |
Exterior Features
Door Count | 4 Doors |
Wheels | 16.0 " Silver Aluminum |
Paint | Clearcoat Monotone |
Exterior Mirrors | Dual Manual Remote |
Bumpers | Body-colored |
Grille Moldings | Chrome |
Rear Spoiler | |
Exhaust | Partial Stainless Steel |
Interior Features
Safety Features
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Overall Front Crash Safety Rating |
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Overall Side Crash Safety Rating |
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Front Impact Airbags | Driver And Passenger |
Driver Side Impact Airbags | |
Knee Airbag | Driver |
Passenger Side Impact Airbag | |
Rear Side Airbag | |
Seatbelt Pretensioners | Front |
Anti-Lock Brakes | 4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs) |
Forward Collision Warning | |
Blind Spot Sensor | |
Lane Departure Warning | |
Autonomous Cruise Control | |
Pedestrian Detection | |
Driver Attention Alert | |
Daytime Running Lights | |
Auto High Beams | |
Adaptive Headlights | |
Parking Sensors | |
Security Systems | |
Panic Alarm | |
Ignition Disable | Immobilizer |
Warranty
Bumper To Bumper Months Miles | 60 Months / 60,000 Miles |
Major Components Months | 120 Months / 100,000 Miles |
Included Maintenance Months | |
Roadside Assistance Months | 60 Months / 60,000 Miles |
Corrosion Perforation | 60 Months / 100,000 Miles |
Accessories Months | 60 Months / 60,000 Miles |
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