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2003 Kia Sorento Car Review

Overall Rating 3 Stars
Description
Sorento is a value-for-money family 4x4 that's very able off-road and looks quite stylish. But it's not so good on road, and the hard suspension can be uncomfortable at times.
Handling 3 Stars
Comfort 3 Stars
Quality & Reliability 3 Stars
Performance 3 Stars
Roominess 4 Stars
Running Costs 3 Stars
Value for Money 4 Stars
Stereo/Sat Nav 3 Stars
NCAP
4
Best Models
2.5 turbodiesel
Worst Models
thirsty 3.5 V6 petrol
Replacement
2010
Kia Sorento (2003-)
Road Test
Just because a car has a badge you don't recognise doesn't mean it isn't any good. Sorento proves that it's possible to be pleasantly surprised by an outsider and a relative newcome to the 4x4 scene. Low retail prices bring a smile to buyers' faces; you get a full sized 4x4 for the price of a smaller one. Yet it doesn't look cut-price and is purposefully handsome. Like more expensive 4 x 4s, Sorento has a long equipment list, making it very safe and luxurious benefits that don't smack of cost-cutting. It looks muscular, suggesting that it should be good off-road. And it is, with lots of mechanical and electrical gadgets to help it make progress in the rough stuff. On tarmac it is more of a compromise, with very firm suspension that bounces occupants about on poor roads. But the cabin looks quite smart, and there's loads of room inside.
Positive Points
  • Capable family 4x4 at affordable prices
  • High equipment levels add to value argument
  • Willing engines promise good reliability
Negative Points
  • Ride is less refined that some rivals
  • 3.5 V6 is rather thirsty
  • Heavier depreciation than CR-V or Freelander
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