KIA Sorento (2003 - 2009 )  

Has the hardware and ability for serious off-roading. Easy-going, pleasant drive. Useful tow car. Owners like them. Excellent value.

Doesn't handle as well as a RAV-4 or X-Trail.

Introduction

"Friendly" is a good word to describe the KIA Sorento. It's like a big (surprisingly BIG) huggy bear of a car. Women drivers in particular will love its muscular, protective hunkiness coupled with its gentle nature. At parking speeds, the speed-sensitive power steering is finger-light, and the four-speed autobox makes it a doddle to drive. Even the five-speed manual has an easy, positive gearchange and a light clutch.

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Last updated 12 March 2012
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