Body | 4dr SUV |
Wheelbase | 106.7 in |
Length | 180.7 in |
Width | 73.3 in |
Height | 68.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4083 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 58.0 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 31.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.4 ft3 |
2008 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Plenty of room for my large frame. Seats are comfortable with adjustable lumbar support. see full Kia Sorento review |
Trim | Base | LX | EX |
Standard Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 242 hp@6000 228 lb-ft@4500 | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 242 hp@6000 228 lb-ft@4500 | 3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 262 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
Standard Transmission | 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic |
Standard Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD |
Optional Drivetrain(s) |   | 4WD, part-time w/low range | AWD w/low range |
  |   |   | 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Standard Tires | 245/70HR16 tires | 245/70HR16 tires | 245/70HR16 tires |
Optional Tires |   | 245/65HR17 tires |   |
2008 Kia Sorento Powertrain: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
heaps of get up & go when needed, good torquey V6 see full Kia Sorento review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 242-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Good low end torque with a strong top-end see full Kia Sorento review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
With at 262hp 3.8L motor is has some good get up and go and tows great. see full Kia Sorento review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
You want get up and go this has it. It also has a great towing capabilities for a SUV. see full Kia Sorento review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Very strong v-6 with lots of power and great 5spd auto. see full Kia Sorento review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The vehicle is fast and powerful. The ability to tow heavier amounts compared to other in-class vehicle is a definite plus. Also, it will do 13 second 1/4miles. see full Kia Sorento review |
None of our members have yet commented on the tires of the 2008 Kia Sorento.
Body | Trim | Base Price | Invoice | Destination |
4dr SUV | Base | 20,995 | 20,000 | 700 |
4dr SUV | LX | 22,195 | 21,045 | 700 |
4dr SUV | EX | 24,295 | 22,620 | 700 |