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2016 Kia Sorento
The new Kia Sorento is a large SUV offered in a 5D SUV body style. Available in Australia from $40,990 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the variant and topping out at $55,990 for the.
Engine options include 3.3L multi-point injection (199kW/318Nm) and 2.2L turbo diesel common rail (147kW/440Nm). All variants feature 6-speed automatic transmission. Both front-wheel drive and four-wheel drive configurations are available.
The new 2016 Sorento is offered with a 7 year, unlimited km warranty.
Retail Price
$40,990 - $55,990†
Transmission
6-speed auto
Driven Wheels
4x4 or Front
Fuel Type
Unleaded or Diesel
Body Types
SUV
Powertrain Type
Combustion
Retail Price
$40,990 - $55,990†
Transmission
6-speed auto
Driven Wheels
4x4 or Front
Fuel Type
Unleaded or Diesel
Body Types
SUV
Powertrain Type
Combustion
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Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
2016 Kia Sorento
Available Variants
The Kia Sorento comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Si and the most expensive being Platinum.
2016 Kia Sorento
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Power to Weight
72.2 - 103.59 kW/t
53.17 kW/t
120.05 kW/t
Boot Space
320 litres
142 litres
742 litres
Fuel Efficiency
7.8 - 9.9 L/100km
5.7 L/100km
11.9 L/100km
Vehicle Range
717 - 910 km
606 km
1,101 km
Price
$40,990 - $55,990
$35,000
$85,900
Warranty (Years)
7 years
3 years
7 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 5 years
1 year
5 years
Service Interval
12 months
3 months
12 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,510 - 2,660 kg
2,100 kg
3,030 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
2,000 kg
1,500 kg
3,100 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
185 mm
165 mm
235 mm
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S
2024
$50,680
S
2026
$51,630
Sport
2024
$53,300
Sport
2026
$54,250
Sport+
2024
$58,230
Sport+
2026
$59,180
Gt-Line
2024
$65,590
Gt-Line
2026
$66,540
Gt-Line
2023
$81,080
Year
2026
2024
2023
Engine Type
3.5L Combustion
2.2L Combustion
1.6L Hybrid
1.6L PHEV
Fuel
Unleaded
Diesel
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Body Type
SUV
Number of Doors
5 Doors
Drivetrain
Front
4x4
Maximum Power
200 kW
148 kW
169 kW
195 kW
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2016 Kia Sorento
Dimensions
4,780 mm
1,890 mm
1,690 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,780 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,890 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,690 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,780 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,100 mm |
| Load Capacity | 589 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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Sales Data
Kia Sorento Sales rolling 12-months#
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Frequently Asked Questions
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The Kia Sorento is built in Korea and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Kia Sorento is the undefined which weighs 2660 kg (kerb weight).
The Kia Sorento may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Unleaded or Diesel.
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