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The all-new Kia Sorento

1 THE KIA SORENTO ON (JUST OVER) A PAGE 3

A quick resume of the all-new Sorento for those with an urgent deadline

2 INTRODUCTION 5

What’s important about the all-new Sorento

3 DESIGN & PACKAGING 6

What makes the all-new Sorento our flagship SUV?

4 DYNAMICS 9

The all-new N3 platform

5 POWERPLANT 11

Diesel or self-charging hybrid, with plug-in hybrid technology to come

6 TECHNOLOGY 12

The most tech-laden Kia ever made

7 SAFETY 14

A range of cutting-edge safety systems for all-new Sorento

8 SPECIFICATION HIGHLIGHTS 15

Three gloriously equipped trim levels

9 WARRANTY AND AFTERCARE 17

Kia’s magnificent seven-year warranty

10 FIVE MINUTES WITH PAUL PHILPOTT 18

Burning questions that you would love to ask our President and CEO

11 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 20

We’ve anticipated what you’re likely to ask us

1 THE ALL-NEW KIA SORENTO ON (JUST OVER) A PAGE

General

• The first time that electrified powertrains have been available in the Sorento

• Three high-specification versions – ‘2’, ‘3’ and a flagship ‘4’ model

• Choice of 2.2-litre CRDi ‘Smartstream’ diesel engine with 199bhp or 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine with self-charging hybrid technology producing 226hp

• CO2 emissions as low as 158g/km for the self-charging hybrid, with 176g/km produced by the diesel edition

• The self-charging hybrid is capable of 40.9mpg on the WLTP combined economy cycle, with the diesel managing 42.2mpg

• Self-charging hybrid features a 44.2kW drive motor and 1.49kWh lithium-ion polymer battery pack

• Plug-in hybrid models join the range later this year

• All engines meet the latest Euro-6d emissions standards

• The ‘Smartstream’ diesel engine complies with the new RDE2 emissions testing regime

• Diesel has enhanced 2,200 bar injection, new aluminium block and enhanced friction, as well as lean NOx trap, diesel particulate filter and selective catalytic reduction

• New 8-speed wet-type dual-clutch transmission on diesel version delivers lightning-fast gear changes, with smoother acceleration and superb shifting dynamics

• Choice of six colours (five on diesel edition)

Body

• New N3 platform with next-generation drivetrains

• Seven-seats and four-wheel-drive fitted as standard

• Longer wheelbase by 35mm, marginally wider and taller body, but same overall length

• Drag co-efficient of Cd 0.32

• Improved legroom in first and second rows

• Enhanced body stiffness

• Strong design, with sharp lines that define a modern shape

• High tech detailing gives a glimpse of what to expect from Kia in the future

• Headlights and trademark tiger-nose grille merge together in bold front-end design

• Wing shaped air curtains brings sporty and technical look

• Dynamic side profile with sleek side character line and distinctive C-pillar treatment

• Strong vertical rear lamp design delivers a modern appearance

• 17-inch alloy wheels on ‘2’ models and larger 19-inch items on ‘3’ and ‘4’ editions

• Rear window wiper cleverly hidden within the rear spoiler

• Lower kerb weight by 5kg, plus enhanced towing capacity of 2,500kg (up by 500kg)

• Fine tuning of the aerodynamics underneath the car reduces road and wind noise

Interior

• Digital cockpit fitted as standard on all versions

• Large 10.25-inch touchscreen on ‘3’ and ‘4’ models

• Exclusive to the Sorento, BOSETM premium audio system with 10 speakers, external amplifier, and sub-woofer on ‘4’ versions

• High quality finish with a mix of sophisticated metal textures and natural materials

• Interesting and tactile three-dimensional door and dashboard garnishes emphasised by sumptuous mood lighting

• Uniquely shaped air vents are reminiscent of jet engine ducts

• Rotary dial gear selector delivers hi-tech appearance and enhanced user experience

• 7-seats as standard. Middle row has slide, recline and 60:40 folding functionality

• Third row of seats fold down in a 50:50 fashion

• Enhanced soundproofing for a calmer interior ambience

Technology and safety

• Added functionality for Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) with new junction detection, as well as city, pedestrian, and cyclist detection

• Enhanced user experience with latest generation infotainment systems

• Android Auto and Apple CarPlay included as standard on all versions

• Upgraded advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) with added functionality

• 8.5-inch head-up display on ‘4’ models helps drivers keep their eyes on the road ahead

• Larger brakes for enhanced performance, as well as new motor on caliper design for the electric park brake and revised electronic stability control system

• New Terrain Mode gives a choice between three modes (mud, snow, sand) for enhanced traction in slippery and challenging road (and off-road) conditions

• Self-levelling rear suspension standard on ‘3’ and ‘4’ versions

• Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist (PCA) fitted to ‘4’ versions, prevents the vehicle from colliding with pedestrians or obstacles when entering or exiting a parking space

• Intelligent Speed Limit Assist (ISLA) automatically changes the speed setting of the smart cruise control on all versions of the all-new Sorento

• Multi-Collision Brake Assist (MCBA), Trailer Stability Assist (TSA), Lane Follow Assist (LFA) and Driver Attention Warning (DAW) all fitted as standard on every all-new Sorento

• Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist (BCA) and Blind-sport View Monitor (BVM) fitted to level ‘4’ models

• Highway Driving Assist (HDA) simplifies motorway driving, controlling the steering, throttle and brakes to maintain a safe speed or distance from the car in front

• Wireless smartphone phone charger on grades ‘3’ and ‘4’ as standard, with 30 per cent charging performance improvement and overheat prevention thanks to cooling function

• USB charging ports integrated into both front seats

2 INTRODUCTION

• All-New Sorento sits at the heart of Kia’s comprehensive SUV line-up

• Stylish, modern exterior design, with a high quality, high-tech cabin

• New platform accommodates hybrid and later, plug-in hybrid powertrains

• Greater levels of space and comfort and a more enjoyable drive

• Progressive connectivity and driver assistance features

• New ‘Terrain Mode’ enhances all-wheel drive capability

• On-sale now with 7-Year, 100,000 mile warranty

The all-new Kia Sorento is powerful, progressive and versatile. The fourth generation of Kia’s flagship SUV is designed and engineered to take on everything life throws at it.

Raising standards in the midsize SUV class for space, efficiency and quality, it sits at the heart of Kia’s reinvigorated SUV line-up, which also includes the Stonic, Niro, Sportage and in North America and other markets, the Telluride.

Emilio Herrera, Chief Operating Officer for Kia Motors Europe, comments: “The Sorento’s evolution over the last 18 years echoes that of the Kia brand as a whole. While the car was initially launched in 2002 as a utilitarian all-terrain vehicle, the fourth generation Sorento has been transformed into something altogether more desirable. It is an important model for Kia, particularly now that it also represents the first use of electrified power in our flagship SUV.”

The Sorento’s redefined exterior design – with sharper lines, high-tech details, and elongated proportions – gives it a more confident and mature presence. Inside, its attractive cabin also introduces premium-quality materials, cutting-edge infotainment technologies, and a stunning new design.

The Sorento is the first vehicle to be based on Kia’s new-generation midsize SUV platform. Paired with a larger body to maximise cargo and luggage space, the platform ensures the Sorento is one of the most versatile and spacious three-row SUVs on the road.

Furthermore, the Sorento’s innovative interior packaging means it can offer all this while accommodating Kia’s new ‘Smartstream’ electrified powertrains – the first time that hybrid power has featured in the Sorento line-up. As a result, the new model offers greater fuel efficiency, lower emissions, and higher performance than its predecessors.

This will be Kia’s most high-tech car ever, thanks to its progressive connectivity, driver assistance and infotainment technologies. Its user-friendly twin digital displays deliver advanced graphics, new telematics features and smartphone connectivity.

A mainstay of Kia’s global line-up, more than three million Sorento models have been sold worldwide since it was launched in 2002. In that time, Europe has accounted for around 300,000 of these. Like its predecessor, the Sorento will be built for the UK at Kia’s Hwasung manufacturing facility in Korea.

3 DESIGN AND PACKAGING

Stylish and modern, the Sorento is the flagship for Kia’s reinvigorated SUV line-up, alongside the Stonic, Niro and Sportage, as well as the Kia Telluride that is available in North America and certain other markets. The new model is the result of a collaborative design effort by Kia’s worldwide design network.

The concept of ‘refined boldness’ inspired Kia’s designers, who sought to maintain the robust, tough-looking aesthetic of earlier generations of Sorento, while applying a greater degree of refinement and elegance, and even a sense of sportiness. Its bodywork incorporates sharp lines and creases – noticeably more sculpted than its round-edged predecessor. With new contemporary geometric details and more swept-back, elongated proportions, the result is a more confident, more mature and more desirable design than ever.

The front of the Sorento evolves with a new interpretation of Kia’s hallmark ‘tiger nose’ grille, displaying a wider shape which organically wraps around the integrated headlamps on each side. The headlamps themselves feature a new ‘tiger eyeline’ LED daytime running light, adding extra focus to the design by depicting the intense impression of the lines around a tiger’s eyes. This sharper, more assertive appearance is complemented by a wide, rectangular lower air intake, bookended by wing-shaped air curtains to channel air around the car. A sharp bumper lip is also capped with a skid plate, enhancing its robust appearance. The new model is 1,900mm wide, 10mm wider than the third generation Sorento.

In profile, the proportions of the Sorento are subtly adapted to make it appear longer. The new model is 10mm longer than its predecessor (now 4,810mm), yet it features shorter front and rear overhangs. The additional length is found in the wheelbase (a result of the Sorento’s new platform), which has grown by 35mm to 2,815mm. This subtly adapts the visual character of the Sorento, making it look longer and ‘faster’, despite being 5mm taller. It also extends the length of the bonnet, drawing the A-pillar 30mm further back from the front axle. The trailing edge of the bonnet wraps around the front wings and turns into a single, strong character line which extends along the side of the Sorento and into the rear lamps.

Ever recognisable as a Sorento, it retains the characteristic wide D-pillar, substantial bodywork and clad wheel arches that have defined all three generations to-date. It also adopts certain other design features from more recent Kia models, however, including a new dynamic shape on its C-pillar and sculpted body surfaces with sharp creases.

Inspired by the Telluride, the Sorento adopts new vertical tail lamps which wrap around the side of the body. Sharper lines in the bodywork echo the straight, technical appearance of the front of the car, with horizontal shapes used to make the vehicle appear wider and more imposing on the road. Trim on the sporty lower rear bumper embodies the appearance of dual tailpipes and, like the front, features a skid plate to add to its tough SUV aesthetic. The fourth-generation model follows other recent Kia models, such as Telluride and ProCeed, with the Sorento model name displayed centrally across the tailgate. A subtle integrated spoiler also conceals the rear wiper, resulting in a less fussy design and enhancing the driver’s view out of the back.

The Sorento will be available in the UK with a choice of six paint finishes, and comes fitted with 17-inch wheels on grade ‘2’, with 19-inch aluminium alloy wheels on all other versions.

Attractive, upscale cabin with premium material quality and progressive tech

The interior of the fourth generation Sorento represents a step-change in quality and design for Kia cabins. From the first-generation Kia Sorento in 2003, which provided occupants with a practical, robust and utilitarian space, the Sorento today provides owners with something altogether more striking, desirable and comfortable.

One of the highest quality interior spaces found in any Kia to-date, the intuitive, technology-oriented cabin of the Sorento is fitted with premium-quality materials and cutting-edge infotainment. At the same time, it retains the spaciousness and versatility that has characterised the Sorento over its 17-year existence.

The attractive, upscale cabin introduces a sophisticated next-generation design, based around twin digital displays in the dashboard. The 12.3-inch digital driver instrument cluster is twinned with a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment and navigation system at the centre of the dashboard on grade ‘3’ and ‘4’ models. These display information clearly within the driver’s line of sight and create an innovative wide-screen user experience. The car’s many functions can also be controlled with new haptic buttons on either side of the screen, which also feature further down the dashboard for the climate control system. The focal point of the dashboard is the eye-catching vertical ventilation stack, with a chrome-effect surround that extends onto the centre console below. On Sorento ‘2’ models, an 8.0-inch touchscreen is provided as standard.

The cabin of the Sorento subtly integrates a range of other technologies, including a Mood Lighting system. This emits soft ambient downlighting from beneath the dashboard and door trim, creating a lounge-like feeling and greater sense of space. A wireless smartphone charger also sits at the base of the centre console. Both of these features are standard on ‘3’ and ‘4’ editions, while an exclusive for the Sorento, powerful BOSE® surround-sound system features on grade ‘4’ provides a more immersive in-car audio experience.

Material quality is enhanced, with a cabin that blends metallic trim, leather upholstery, and embossed satin-effect surfaces on grades ‘3’ and ‘4’. Applied throughout the interior and across the dashboard, the cabin boasts a more sophisticated appearance and ambience as a result. The Sorento is offered to buyers with a choice of black cloth (grade ‘2’), black leather (grade ‘3’), or black quilted Nappa leather on the top-of-the-range ‘4’ versions.

The pursuit of practicality: new platform maximises space and versatility

The Sorento is based on Kia’s new third-generation midsize SUV platform, providing superior space for people and luggage through more intelligent packaging. The result is one of the most versatile and spacious cars in its class.

The new platform is based around a compact engine bay structure and shorter front and rear overhangs, with a 35mm longer wheelbase creating greater cabin space between the axles. Not only does this enable the new model’s stylish, more swept-back design; the structure and layout of the new platform means the Sorento is able to accommodate electrified powertrains for the first time.

The Sorento Hybrid’s battery pack is located under the floor of the cabin. As a result, the SUV offers generous space for up to seven passengers as well as one of the largest luggage capacities in its class – up to 616 litres (608 litres on hybrid). With all seven seats in place, boot space is also increased to 187 litres (VDA, diesel models; 179 litres for Hybrid models). Controls in the side wall of the boot also let users fold down the second-row seat backs remotely at the touch of a button.

For passengers, the new platform maximises space in all three rows, offering more head-, leg- and shoulder-room than many rivals. In particular, the new platform has created a significant amount of extra legroom for first- and second-row occupants, as well as more headroom for third-row passengers.

The Sorento has always been popular with customers looking for practical third-row seating, and the new model makes life even easier for rear passengers. Aided by the platform’s longer wheelbase, the second-row seats now slide up to 45mm further, creating a wider point of entry to the third row with more space for feet and legs. There is also a new grab handle built into the interior trim inside the C-pillar, giving third-row passengers something to hold on to as they climb aboard. Once seated, the third-row armrest has also been extended by 100mm for greater elbow support, while incorporating a cupholder and smartphone tray.

4 DYNAMICS

The first-generation Sorento (2003-2009) was based on a ladder-frame chassis, with the second-generation model (2009-2015) – the first monocoque-based Sorento – marking a step change in the car’s on-road behaviour. Now, the new platform represents a similar leap forward, engineered to maximise driving stability in all environments.

The car now delivers an even more assured, comfortable ride and more satisfying, enjoyable driving character than its predecessor, aided by heavily revised fully-independent suspension. Engineers have sought to reduce the effect that road surface imperfections have on the body, and to reduce noise and vibrations through the suspension, while also improving body control and steering responses under cornering. This has been achieved with a series of geometry changes and new components, as well as improvements to the structure of the suspension system. The 35mm longer wheelbase also contributes to an overall improvement in cruising comfort, while the new bodyshell – with a four per cent average increase to tensile strength throughout its structure – also results in lower body vibrations.

New for the fourth generation, the latest Sorento model offers enhanced all-terrain capability over its forebears thanks to a new Terrain Mode. Paired with the all-wheel drive system, Terrain Mode makes the Sorento more capable in mud, snow and sand. With each mode selectable from a dial on the centre console, Terrain Mode carefully controls the car’s standard electronic stability control (ESC), as well as the distribution of torque to all four wheels. It also adapts transmission shift times to help the car find and maintain traction in a range of driving environments.

Terrain mode adds an extra dimension to all-wheel-drive traction

The fourth-generation Kia Sorento will be equipped with a newly developed ‘Terrain Mode’. It will provide Sorento drivers with improved traction, stability and control on mud, snow and sand, with dedicated new driving modes for each. The system will make the all-wheel drive SUV more capable than ever across a range of low-grip surfaces.

Controlled using the Mode Select dial on the centre console, drivers can switch to Terrain mode to choose from ‘Mud’, ‘Snow’ and ‘Sand’ modes. The system automatically optimises the drivetrain to best suit each scenario, adjusting engine torque output and distribution, as well as stability control characteristics. Terrain Mode also adjusts shift timings for the two available transmissions (eight-speed dual-clutch transmission for diesel models, six-speed automatic for hybrid variants) to suit different surfaces.

Snow mode: for winter sports and colder climates

The Sorento’s ‘Snow’ mode is ideal for drivers in colder climes, or for families who regularly engage in winter sports. Optimised to maintain forward momentum in low-grip, icy conditions, Snow mode limits torque output from the engine, while apportioning it as equally as possible between all four wheels. The Traction Control System (TCS) system carefully applies low levels of braking force to the wheels to optimise traction. Meanwhile, the transmission uses shorter shifts, keeping engine speeds down to prevent wheel slip.

Mud mode: for festival-goers and rural drives

Mud mode provides greater traction and control for drivers tackling muddy tracks and fields – the perfect solution for rural drivers, or even visitors to rain-soaked festival fields. To achieve this, the wheels are driven based on a slightly delayed shift pattern, the smooth application of engine torque throughout the AWD system, and stronger braking force applied via the TCS. This helps the vehicle maintain momentum without becoming stuck in the mud.

Sand mode: for beach lovers

Sand mode helps Sorento drivers more confidently traverse sandy tracks, beaches, and even deserts. It helps avoid the risk of the vehicle getting bogged down by matching higher levels of engine torque output with delayed up-shifts, distributing torque as evenly as possible throughout the AWD system. In Sand mode, the TCS also provides higher levels of braking force, enabling the system to distribute more torque to the wheels as required.

5 POWERPLANT

Kia’s newest SUV will be available with hybrid power – a first for a Sorento – and buyers will eventually able to choose from hybrid or plug-in hybrid variants.

The Sorento Hybrid is powered by a new ‘Smartstream’ electrified powertrain, pairing a 1.6-litre T-GDi (Turbocharged Gasoline Direct injection) with a 1.49kWh lithium-ion polymer battery pack and 44.2kW (59bhp) electric motor. The intelligent packaging of the Sorento’s new platform means the battery pack can be located under the floor, with minimal impact on cabin or luggage space.

Producing 226bhp and 350Nm torque, this electrified powertrain combines low CO2 emissions with high levels of performance. The new 1.6-litre T-GDi engine features Kia’s new Continuously Variable Valve Duration (CVVD) technology, regulating valve opening time according to driving conditions, instead of operating on a fixed opening time. This boosts performance at low-to-mid engine and enhances fuel efficiency.

Power is sent through the six-speed automatic transmission via a transmission-mounted electrical device, allowing the full power of the engine and motor to be transferred in parallel with minimal loss of energy. The result is immediacy in acceleration response at any speed, with direct access to available battery power at higher speeds.

The Sorento will also be available as a Plug-in Hybrid variant from later in 2020.

The Sorento’s new four-cylinder 2.2-litre ‘Smartstream’ diesel engine is also available, producing 199bhp and 440Nm torque. With a new aluminium block, 19.5kg lighter than the cast iron block of its predecessor, the new engine is 38.2kg lighter compared to that found in the third generation Sorento. Furthermore, it is paired with Kia’s new eight-speed wet dual-clutch transmission (8DCT). Designed to offer the smooth shifting characteristics of a conventional automatic, the 8DCT enhances fuel efficiency over a conventional eight-speed automatic, depending on application.

Engine power, performance, fuel economy and CO2 emissions

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