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Kia Sorento: official NHTSA recalls, fault code help and maintenance guides.

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MakeKia
ClassSmall SUV
Model years (US)2001–2009, 2011–2027
New registrations (EU)2002–2026
Recall dataNHTSA (United States)
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Generations and technical specifications

Kia Sorento – Fourth generation2020–present
Kia Sorento – Fourth generation
SpecificationValue
Model codeMQ4
ProductionJuly 2020–present
Model years2021–present
LayoutFront-engine, front-wheel-drive
Front-engine, all-wheel-drive
PlatformHyundai-Kia N3
EnginesPetrol
2.5 L Smartstream G2.5 MPi I4
2.5 L Smartstream G2.5 GDi I4
2.5 L Smartstream G2.5 T-GDi I4
3.5 L Smartstream G3.5 MPi V6
Petrol hybrid/plug-in hybrid
1.6 L Smartstream G1.6 T-GDi I4
Diesel
2.2 L Smartstream D2.2 CRDi I4
Transmissions6-speed automatic
8-speed automatic
8-speed Smartstream DCT
Battery1.62 kWh lithium-ion (HEV)
13.68 kWh lithium-ion (PHEV)
Wheelbase2,815 mm
Length4,810 mm
Width1,900 mm
Kerb weight1,685–2,099 kg
AssemblySouth Korea: Hwaseong (Autoland Hwasung)
United States: West Point, Georgia (KMMG)
Vietnam: Chu Lai (THACO Kia)
Malaysia: Kulim (Inokom)
Pakistan: Karachi (Lucky Motor Corporation)
India: Anantapur (Kia India)
DesignerKarim Habib
Seo Je-Won
Kia Sorento – Third generation2014–2025
Kia Sorento – Third generation
SpecificationValue
Model codeUM
Production2014–2020
2021–2025 (Pakistan)
Model years2015–2020 (South Korea and Europe)
2016–2020 (North America)
LayoutFront-engine, front-wheel-drive
Front-engine, all-wheel-drive
EnginesPetrol
2.0 L Theta II T-GDi I4
2.4 L Theta II MPi I4
2.4 L Theta II GDi I4
3.3 L Lambda II MPi V6
3.3 L Lambda II GDi V6
3.5 L Lambda II MPi V6
Diesel
2.0 L R II CRDi I4
2.2 L R II CRDi I4
Transmissions6-speed manual
6-speed automatic
8-speed automatic
Wheelbase2,780 mm
Width1,890 mm
AssemblySouth Korea: Hwaseong (Hwaseong Plant)
United States: West Point, Georgia (KMMG)
Malaysia: Gurun (Naza)
Russia: Kaliningrad (Avtotor)
Algeria: Batna (GLOVIZ)
Pakistan: Karachi (Lucky Motor Corporation)
DesignerYun Seok Oh and Ji Hyeong Kim
Seo Hee Ahn (facelift)
Kia Sorento – Second generation2009–2021
Kia Sorento – Second generation
SpecificationValue
Model codeXM
Production2009–2014
2009–2021 (Russia)
Model years2010–2014 (South Korea and Europe)
2011–2015 (North America)
LayoutFront-engine, front-wheel-drive
Front-engine, all-wheel-drive
EnginesPetrol
2.4 L Theta II MPi I4
2.4 L Theta II GDi I4
3.3 L Lambda II GDI V6
3.5 L Lambda II MPi V6
Petrol/LPG
2.7 L Mu V6
Diesel
2.0 L R II CRDi I4
2.2 L R II CRDi I4
Transmissions5-speed manual
6-speed manual
5-speed automatic
6-speed automatic
Wheelbase2,700 mm
Width1,885 mm
Height1,710 mm
AssemblySouth Korea: Hwaseong (Hwaseong Plant)
United States: West Point, Georgia (KMMG)
Russia: Kaliningrad (Avtotor)
Kazakhstan: Oskemen (Azia Avto)
Malaysia: Gurun (Naza)
Vietnam: Chu Lai (THACO Kia)
DesignerPeter Schreyer
Kia Sorento – First generation2002–2011
Kia Sorento – First generation
SpecificationValue
Model codeBL
Production2002–2011
2007–2009 (Russia)
Model years2002–2009 (South Korea and Europe)
2003–2009 (North America)
LayoutFront-engine, rear-wheel-drive
Front-engine, four-wheel-drive
EnginesPetrol
2.4 L Sirius II I4
3.3 L Lambda V6
3.5 L Sigma V6
3.8 L Lambda V6
Diesel
2.5 L A I4
Transmissions5-speed manual
4-speed automatic
5-speed automatic
Wheelbase2,710 mm
AssemblySouth Korea: Hwaseong (Hwaseong Plant)
Malaysia: Gurun (Naza)
Russia: Izhevsk (Izh Auto)

Engines and transmissions

Model yearsEngineTransmissionDriveFuel
2022–20271.6 L, 4 cyl hybrid6-speed automated manualAll-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2021–20271.6 L, 4 cyl hybrid6-speed automated manualFront-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2021–20272.5 L, 4 cyl8-speed automated manualAll-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2021–20272.5 L, 4 cyl8-speed automated manualFront-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2021–20272.5 L, 4 cyl8-speed automaticAll-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2021–20272.5 L, 4 cyl8-speed automaticFront-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2022–20261.6 L, 4 cyl plug-in hybrid6-speed automated manualAll-wheel drivePetrol (regular) and electricity
2015–20202.4 L, 4 cyl6-speed automaticAll-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2011–20202.4 L, 4 cyl6-speed automaticFront-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2019–20203.3 L, 6 cyl8-speed automaticAll-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2019–20203.3 L, 6 cyl8-speed automaticFront-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2016–20182.0 L, 4 cyl6-speed automaticAll-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
+18 more configurations

Fuel economy (EPA)

Model yearsConfigurationCombinedCityHighwayElectric range
2022–20271.6 L, 4 cyl hybrid · 6-speed automated manual · All-wheel drive6.7–6.9 L/100 km6.5–7.4 L/100 km6.7–7.1 L/100 km–
2021–20271.6 L, 4 cyl hybrid · 6-speed automated manual · Front-wheel drive6.4–6.5 L/100 km6.0–6.5 L/100 km6.5–6.7 L/100 km–
2021–20272.5 L, 4 cyl · 8-speed automated manual · All-wheel drive9.8–10.2 L/100 km10.7–11.8 L/100 km8.4–8.7 L/100 km–
2021–20272.5 L, 4 cyl · 8-speed automated manual · Front-wheel drive9.4–10.2 L/100 km10.7–11.8 L/100 km8.1 L/100 km–
2021–20272.5 L, 4 cyl · 8-speed automatic · All-wheel drive9.4–9.8 L/100 km10.2 L/100 km8.4–9.4 L/100 km–
2021–20272.5 L, 4 cyl · 8-speed automatic · Front-wheel drive9.0 L/100 km9.8–10.2 L/100 km7.6–8.1 L/100 km–
2022–20261.6 L, 4 cyl plug-in hybrid · 6-speed automated manual · All-wheel drive6.9–7.1 L/100 km6.7–7.1 L/100 km6.9–7.1 L/100 km48–51 km
2015–20202.4 L, 4 cyl · 6-speed automatic · All-wheel drive10.2–11.2 L/100 km11.2–12.4 L/100 km9.0–9.4 L/100 km–
2011–20202.4 L, 4 cyl · 6-speed automatic · Front-wheel drive9.4–10.7 L/100 km10.7–11.8 L/100 km7.8–9.0 L/100 km–
2019–20203.3 L, 6 cyl · 8-speed automatic · All-wheel drive11.2–11.8 L/100 km12.4–13.1 L/100 km9.8 L/100 km–
2019–20203.3 L, 6 cyl · 8-speed automatic · Front-wheel drive10.7 L/100 km12.4 L/100 km9.0 L/100 km–
2016–20182.0 L, 4 cyl · 6-speed automatic · All-wheel drive10.7–11.2 L/100 km12.4 L/100 km9.4 L/100 km–
+18 more configurations

Values are the official EPA label figures for each model year, shown as the lowest and highest value for the configuration. Electric models show energy use per 100 km. Real-world consumption depends on driving style, weather and load. Luggage and passenger volumes follow the EPA measuring method and can differ from the VDA figures used in Europe.

EU type-approval data

YearsPowertrainEnginePowerMassCO₂Electric range
2024–2025Petrol hybrid1598 cm³118 kW (160 PS)1896–1959 kg150–160 g/km (WLTP)–
2024–2025Petrol plug-in hybrid1598 cm³118 kW (160 PS)2095–2167 kg37 g/km (WLTP)55 km · 182 Wh/km
2022–2025Diesel2151 cm³142 kW (193 PS)1847–1929 kg164–174 g/km (WLTP)–
2020–2024Petrol hybrid1598 cm³132 kW (179 PS)1858–1922 kg151–169 g/km (WLTP)–
2021–2024Petrol plug-in hybrid1598 cm³132 kW (179 PS)2015–2057 kg38 g/km (WLTP)57 km · 184 Wh/km
2020–2022Diesel2151 cm³148 kW (201 PS)1832–1894 kg165–178 g/km (WLTP)–
2020–2021Petrol1598 cm³132 kW (179 PS)1858–1922 kg151–169 g/km (WLTP)–
2015–2016, 2018–2020Diesel1995 cm³136 kW (185 PS)1873–1980 kg189–192 g/km (WLTP)–
2015–2020Diesel2199 cm³147 kW (200 PS)1906–1985 kg176–195 g/km (WLTP)–
2017Diesel1995 cm³204 kW (277 PS)1932 kg177 g/km (NEDC)–
2011–2015Diesel1995 cm³110 kW (150 PS)1795–1982 kg165–174 g/km (NEDC)–
2011–2015Diesel2199 cm³145 kW (197 PS)1860–1991 kg174–194 g/km (NEDC)–
2010–2011Petrol2359 cm³–1710–1854 kg203–209 g/km (NEDC)–

Years are registration years. Each range runs from the 10th to the 90th percentile of the values reported for new registrations; it is not an average. Mass is the mass in running order. For electric cars the power is the type-approval net power, which can be lower than the peak power in brochures.

Key specifications

Key specifications
SpecificationValue
EPA size classSmall SUV, SUV
Model years in EPA data2003–2009, 2011–2027
PowertrainsHybrid, Petrol, Plug-in hybrid
Engine displacement1.6–3.8 L
Cylinders4, 6
Transmission typesAutomated manual, Automatic, Manual
DriveFront-wheel drive, All-wheel drive, Four-wheel drive, Rear-wheel drive, Four-wheel or all-wheel drive
FuelPetrol (regular), Petrol (regular) and electricity
Configurations listed129
Forced inductionTurbocharged (on some versions)
Start-stop systemOn some versions
Electric motor (EPA)72 kW AC PMSM; 72 kW PMSM; 67 kW PMSM; 67 kW AC PMSM
Powertrains (EU)Petrol hybrid, Petrol plug-in hybrid, Diesel
Engine displacement (EU)1,598–2,199 cm³
Power (EU)118–148 kW (160–201 PS)
Mass in running order (EU)1,832–2,167 kg
Wheelbase (EU)2,700–2,815 mm

Years and markets

Years and markets
SpecificationValue
Model years (US)2001–2009, 2011–2027
New registrations (EU)2002–2026

Owner complaints (NHTSA)

ComponentComplaintsMost reported model years
Engine and cooling41342012, 2013, 2016
Electrical system13502011, 2012, 2014
Transmission and drivetrain10642011, 2014, 2016
Body and structure9302011, 2014, 2016
Lights8502011, 2015, 2017
Airbags7122008, 2011, 2012
Brakes6952011, 2012, 2013
Steering5372011, 2016, 2017
Fuel and propulsion4842003, 2014, 2016
Speed control and cruise3872011, 2014, 2016

Source: complaints filed by owners with the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for model years 2003–2009, 2011–2025: 9966 complaints, 298 with a crash and 414 with a fire. Complaints are owner reports that NHTSA has not verified, and one complaint can name more than one component. More complaints can also mean more cars sold.

Recalls

Kia Sorento recall: Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: CameraBack Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera · 2023-09-16Kia Sorento recall: Steering:electric Power Assist SystemSteering:electric Power Assist System · 2018-09-21Kia Sorento recall: Air Bags:side/windowAir Bags:side/window · 2017-12-08Kia Sorento recall: Engine And Engine Cooling:engineEngine And Engine Cooling:engine · 2017-09-21Kia Sorento recall: Vehicle Speed Control:accelerator PedalVehicle Speed Control:accelerator Pedal · 2015-02-13Kia Sorento recall: Suspension:rearSuspension:rear · 2016-06-29

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