If you thought you knew Kia, you have never known the Kia of 2014! The 2014 Kia Sorento doesn’t appear so different at first glance, but according to the company, the model is “80 percent new,” with the majority of the updates found under the hood and on the interior. In a word, it is fantastic!
The newly-redesigned Kia Sorento.
Drivers can look forward to an all-new chassis, a new V6 engine, a remodeled interior, and a modern infotainment system, housed in a nearly the same shape that can accommodate most families, with gorgeous exterior accents and design, starting at a base price of $24,100, up to the new high-end 2014 Kia Sorento SX Limited model that starts at $40,550, including shipping, making it one of the first Kias to surpass the $40,000 mark.
2014 Kia Sorento – Stunning
The new 2014 has a ton of eye-appeal. What most people don’t realize is that Kia automobiles are designed by Peter Schreyer, who has been the Chief Design Officer at Kia Motors since 2006. A German automobile designer, Schreyer is widely known for his design contributions to the Audi. In 2006, Car Design News called the Audi TT one of “the most influential automotive design in recent time”. He has brought that to Kia. The 2014 Kia models are head-turners.
The 2014 Kia Sorento on display at their recent Kia Classic LPGA golf tournament in Carlsbad.
Fact: Both the Kia Sorento and the Kia Optima hold the highest retail value on the market, in an era of discounted cars!
The ride in the new 2014 Kia Sorento that of a luxury vehicle, both handling and comfort. It is so high-tech, it makes driving a joy! Fun and free-spirited is what a Kia Sorento is all about.
Operating in High-Tech Luxury
The interior of the 2014 Kia Sorento immediately makes an impact, with a cabin lined with soft-feeling textiles and tasteful instances of metallic trim. They seats are now comparable to any luxury car – extremely comfortable!
Perhaps most noticeable is the voice-activated LCD touchscreen sitting in the middle of the dash. The interface combines controls for navigation, real-time traffic, Infinity audio, Sirius Radio, Bluetooth, and smartphone-based access to Google Maps as standard.
Power locks, windows, and mirrors; air conditioning; cruise control; 17-inch wheels; an AM/FM/XM/CD player; auxiliary and USB ports; tilt/telescoping steering; and steering-wheel audio controls are also standard.
Elevate to Exquisite
Additional options vary from model to model, but if you want a rearview camera, pushbutton start, a power tailgate, blind-spot monitors, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a 115-volt power outlet, both heating and cooling for the front seats, a panoramic sunroof which goes all the way to the backseat, or other items…just say the word!
And all you cup holder counters, please note: The front seats get their own cup holders, and passengers in the back can put down their drinks in the middle armrest cup holders.
The 2014 Kia Sorento has a wonderful panoramic sunroof.
The Safest of the Safe!
More important, the 2014 Kia Sorento has safety features galore, including curtain airbags — including a driver knee airbag and airbags across the roof! Also, the redesign incorporates the use of more high-strength steel, adding up to a stronger and lighter design. Take your pick of options, such as blind-spot detection system and parking sensors, to up the safety score. Though the 2014 Kia Sorento hasn’t yet been rated by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, earlier models have scored well, and this newest edition is likely to continue the tradition.
Size is Everything
The 2014 Kia Sorento excels in two areas that will be important to anyone who regularly drives passengers. For starters, the V6 shoulders a full carload of people and cargo a lot better than the older models, and the handling of the Sorento itself has improved over the previous versions. The ride is much smoother, without jarring bumps or jostling on the road. Don’t expect to win any drag races in the 2014 Kia Sorento, but you’ll get to your destination in comfort and style.
Families will appreciate two features in particular. First of all, the 2014 Kia Sorento seats five adults comfortably, without skimping on headroom or legroom. There’s also plenty of cargo space for road trips, grocery shopping, or any other occasion when you need to move a lot of goods. You can opt for a seven-seat version of the 2014 Kia Sorento, but the third row of seats is best suited for children — not grown-ups.
Great on Gas!
Secondly, however many adults and/or children you want to transport, you’ll be pleased to learn that the 2014 Kia Sorento comes with a more fuel-efficient V6 engine, putting out 290 horsepower and 252 pound-feet of torque. A four-cylinder engine is also available, but few buyers will likely pick that option, as the V6 claims nearly the same gas mileage (about 18/25 mpg), but with a lot more power. The Sorento’s six-speed automatic transmission comes in either front-wheel- or all-wheel-drive systems.
Kia Has Earned Its Stellar Reputation
Since the company arrived in the United States, Kia has made its reputation as the maker of budget-friendly but feature-packed vehicles. Granted, these autos aren’t necessarily revolutionary, but they deliver what consumers want: attractive, functional, and reliable cars at the right price. The 2014 Kia Sorento fits right into this plan and ups the ante with a strong but economical V6 option, a smoother ride, good passenger space for five adults, and a deluxe entertainment package.
The 2014 Kia Sorento delivers…and so much more. The 2014 Kia Sorento goes on sale in the first quarter of 2013; the 2014 Sorento SX Limited goes on sale in the second quarter of 2013.
