2011 Kia Sorento Consumer Discussions

Kia Sorento Lease Questions

• 2011 Kia SorentoAWD 4dr I4 LX w/AUTO

  Written by: radude on May 9, 2011 10:46:40 AM

  Car_man, What it the the current MF and Residual for a 36 month/10K lease on a 2011 Kia Sorento AWD 4dr I4 LX w/AUTO? Thanks

2011 Kia Sorento

• 2011 kia sorento paint issues

  Written by: stratg6 on May 5, 2011 8:10:39 AM

  at the top of the passengers side hood in front of the wiper blade their is rust coming thru the surface along the ridgelinethe dealer says it is due to stone chips but no sign of damage of chipping or denting elsewhere

Kia Sorento Transmission Problems

• Re: 2011 Kia [antons911]

  Written by: mtnman1 on Apr 30, 2011 2:03:45 PM

  First off when you read a forum such as this it is going to appear that the vast majority of Sorento owners are having problems. People that are having problems are going to be attracted to these threads because it gives them an opportunity to vent. I have a 2011 Sorento EX V6 purchased in June 2010 and have had no problems with my transmission, knock on wood. I'm not sure, ... Read More

• Re: 2011 Kia [mcdonald340]

  Written by: antons911 on Apr 30, 2011 9:14:45 AM

  Planning to purchase a Sorento, got some worry after reading these posts. Can someone tell me, on which models the transmission problem occured? V6, AWD, 4 cylinder, automatic or manual?

Kia Sorento Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Can I do any better?

  Written by: karey43 on Apr 28, 2011 8:12:55 AM

  Having some trouble getting my 2011 sorento. Ideally I want an l4 EX(not V6) with some dealer-installed options, but considering an EX with the premium package if that's too difficult. Went through the listed inventories at the Kia dealers in my area, saw a base EX, requested an internet price, MSRP was 25,553 but with the various rebates I was offered 21,960. I went in for an appointment but I didn't ... Read More

Kia Sorento Transmission Problems

• Re: 2011 Kia [crissyg]

  Written by: mcdonald340 on Apr 25, 2011 4:46:22 PM

  Sorry to hear about your troubles! WV Lemon laws should be on internet, however, you might call the Attorney General's Office. My wife and I lived in WV for 15 years and through politics, we met the Attorney General many times. Point is, the politicians were very easy to access and very helpful. Glad you were not hurt, or your husband. As with all my replys, I hope you might find ... Read More

Kia Sorento Lease Questions

• Re: Kia Sorrento LX / EX V6 AWD [thesignal]

  Written by: Car_man on Apr 25, 2011 4:36:25 PM

  I sure do thesignal. Kia's current base lease rate and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2011 Sorento EX V6 AWD with 15,000 miles per year are .00129 and 50%, respectively. The numbers for an otherwise identical lease of a Sorento LX V6 AWD are .00054 and 48%. When negotiating your deal on this truck, make sure to take advantage of the $1,500 cash incentive that is currently ... Read More

Kia Sorento Transmission Problems

• 2011 Kia

  Written by: crissyg on Apr 25, 2011 8:24:53 AM

  After doing a general search on kia's with transmission issues, I came accross this site. To be honest, I AM SICK! I bought a brand new 2011 Kia Sorento on December 2010. On April 14th, I was headed to work and it felt like I hit a brick wall. My car then would not shift gears and it would barely pull out. So I called a tow truck to haul to ... Read More

Kia Sorento Lease Questions

• Re: March Rates - SX [spagball]

  Written by: Car_man on Mar 29, 2011 4:26:56 PM

  Here you go spagball. Kia Motors Finance's March buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2011 Sorento SX AWD with 12,000 miles per year are 00131 and 50%, respectively. I'm not sure if KMF offers leases with only 10,000 miles per year, but if it does, its residual values for that mileage allowance are likely 1% higher. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & ... Read More

• Re: LX, 4cyl, 2WD [bobcat2k1]

  Written by: Car_man on Mar 29, 2011 4:25:18 PM

  I'd be happy to Bobcat2k1. Kia Motors Finance's March buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2011 Sorento LX 4WD with 12,000 miles per year are .00054 and 49%, respectively. Yes, Kia is offering the $1,500 cash incentive on leases of this truck right now. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

Conversation mirror for 2011 Sorento

• Conversation mirror for 2011 Sorento

  Written by: mrshock on Mar 25, 2011 1:33:54 PM

  Just curious if anyone knows if it's possible to replace the sunglass holder in the 2011 Sorento with a convex conversation mirror. I believe other KIA's models like the Sedona have it. Seem like it would be easy thing to do (pull out the sunglass holder and put in conversation mirror kit). Also, when I search for KIA parts, I'm not able to find the conversation mirror. Thanks

Kia Sorento Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Need opinon on price ASAP 2011 EX V6 AWD [cabezud]

  Written by: rkenn on Mar 13, 2011 8:13:27 AM

  CORRECTION-- I got my 2011 Sorento EX 6 cyl, with Convenience package 2 and 3rd row seats. Also got rear cargo net and cargo cover for 24,596 out the door with everything. It is NOT a FWD. Invoice was 32,149. Got a competitors rebate of $1500, another rebate for $1000, 4200.for a trade in, and 1000 for not using Kia financing. With all taxes and fees, I paid $24,596

Kia Sorento Lease Questions

• Re: EX, 4 cl, FWD [tamzab123]

  Written by: Car_man on Feb 27, 2011 3:49:34 PM

  I sure can, tamzab123. Kia Motors Finance's February buy rate lease money factor and residual value fore a 36 month lease of a 2011 Sorento EX 4-cylinder FWD with 15,000 miles per year are .00178 and 47%, respectively. There's lots of different ways to calculate sales tax on leased vehicles. They vary from state to state. I don't believe that you have to pay sales tax on the price of the ... Read More

• Re: Feb ONE PAY Lease - 2011 Kia Sorento LX AWD V6 [vj49]

  Written by: Car_man on Feb 27, 2011 3:41:45 PM

  No problem vj49. If I was interested in finding out this information, I would just ask the dealer. You can always ask more than one to keep them honest. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

Kia Sorento 2011

• I just wasted $37,000

  Written by: simon48 on Feb 22, 2011 7:36:28 PM

  I bought the 2011 Kia Sorento SX. It quit on me WHILE DRIVING with only 300 miles on it. Roadside assistance was of little help as they didn't have me in their computer. Service said the battery was run down. Next, the dashboard, doors and right rear end started rattling . I took it in and the AFTER MARKET tow bar that they installed was hitting the muffler, They said they ... Read More

Kia Sorento Warranty Questions

• Re: Sorento Kia 2011 [minong1]

  Written by: mcdonald340 on Feb 18, 2011 10:31:28 AM

  I had same problems. If you have time, you have right to file a complaint with Federal Govt at www.safecar.gov and then go to "Vehicle Owners" and then "file a complaint" to initiate a recall. Good luck and we finally got an attorney to fight our case with the transmission, pulling to the right, cruise control, and now sudden acceleration.

Kia Sorento Lease Questions

• Re: Feb ONE PAY Lease - 2011 Kia Sorento LX AWD V6 [Car_man]

  Written by: vj49 on Feb 10, 2011 5:11:34 PM

  Thanks Car_man! Please let me know the best way to get the one-pay money factor. Should I just call the Kia Motor Finance to get that information?

• Re: Feb 11 rate [tamzab123]

  Written by: Car_man on Feb 10, 2011 4:06:06 PM

  Hi tamzab123. Kia's current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2011 Sorento LX 4 FWD with 15,000 miles per year are .00167 and 49%, respectively. As I mentioned in the previous post, make sure to take advantage of the $1,500 cash incentive that is currently available on leases of this truck when negotiating your deal. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing ... Read More

• Re: Feb ONE PAY Lease - 2011 Kia Sorento LX AWD V6 [vj49]

  Written by: Car_man on Feb 10, 2011 4:03:28 PM

  Hi vj49. Kia's February buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2011 Sorento LX V6 AWD with 15,000 miles per year are .00204 and 49%, respectively. I'm not sure what the one-pay factor is for this vehicle, but I can try to find out for you. The competitive bonus program is available on leases. There is also a $1,500 cash incentive on leases ... Read More

Kia Sorento Transmission Problems

• Re: TRANSMISSION REPLACED IN NEW 2011 SORENTO 3500K [casskimm]

  Written by: mcdonald340 on Feb 10, 2011 1:52:06 PM

  Glad no one was injured. PLEASE File a complaint with the email I posted above or at www.safecar.gov then "Vehicle Owners" then "file a complaint". Once a certain number of complaints are filed, the United States Government (National Highway Transportation and Safety Administration) will force KIA to recall ALL SORENTO's. Thanks for replying. You may save someone's life by filing the complaint and you can do it online in 3 minutes! ... Read More

• TRANSMISSION REPLACED IN NEW 2011 SORENTO 3500K

  Written by: casskimm on Feb 10, 2011 1:02:59 PM

  Our First family vehicle has turned into a nightmare with a payment!" Driving in cruise control going abt 70 suddenly with no warning sounded like a bomb went off under the driver seat,Sorento stalled to nearly stopped and had no power,had to drive abt 20 mph on hwy to get home luckily was not far." This is what my husband said when he walked in from driving home from work! I ... Read More

Kia Sorento Lease Questions

• Feb ONE PAY Lease - 2011 Kia Sorento LX AWD V6

  Written by: vj49 on Feb 9, 2011 9:37:52 PM

  Car_man, I am looking for a 36 Month 15K Mile ONE PAY lease on 2011 Kia Sorento LX AWD V6 and wondering about the following. Appreciate any info you can provide. Thanks! 1. What is the current ONE PAY lease money factor and residual ? 2. Does $1000 Customer Cash-Back apply to a lease? 3. Does the Competitive Bonus Program $1500 cash-back apply in addition?

• Re: Feb '11 Lease Rates [sjm844]

  Written by: Car_man on Feb 9, 2011 5:08:23 PM

  Here you go sjm844. Kia's February buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2011 Sorento EX V6 AWD with 12,000 miles per year are .00236 and 51%, respectively. When negotiating your deal on this truck, make sure to take advantage of the $1,500 cash incentive that is currently available on leases of it. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

• Feb '11 Lease Rates

  Written by: sjm844 on Feb 2, 2011 12:34:08 PM

  Looking for current leasing numbers: 2011 Kia Sorento EX 6-Cylinder AWD, 36 month, 12,000 miles per year, for Central NY? lease money factor and residual value, please? Thanks!

• Re: January 2011 Leasing Numbers [phred84044]

  Written by: Car_man on Jan 26, 2011 1:39:34 PM

  Hi phred84044. Kia's January buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2011 Sorento EX V6 FWD with 12,000 miles per year are .00236 and 52%, respectively. When negotiating your lease on this truck, make sure to take advantage of the $1,500 cash incentive that is currently available on it. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

Kia Sorento Warranty Questions

• Sorento Kia 2011

  Written by: minong1 on Jan 26, 2011 10:51:52 AM

  25,000 miles, last week, within one year, transmission out, being replaced. informed today water pump is also leaking, being replaced today same time as transmission. loaner car is dirty when picked up, but have transportation. have registered complaints with headquarters in california and also regional headquarters in chicago. lots of lip service and standard verbage. wanted an extended warranty on the mfgr. transmission. they won't put new transmission in because some ... Read More

Kia Sorento Lease Questions

• January 2011 Leasing Numbers

  Written by: phred84044 on Jan 21, 2011 8:16:30 AM

  Can I get current leasing numbers on a 2011 Kia Sorento EX 6-Cylinder FWD, 36 month, 12,000 miles per year, Florida Panhandle? MF and residual, please? Thanks in advance.

Kia Sorento Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: bought 2011 Kia sorento AWD. do I need the corrosion & paint warranty? [kittysorento]

  Written by: beantown on Jan 13, 2011 12:02:09 PM

  Salesman said the regular warranty doesn't cover "environmental rust,"from salty roads or acid rain, etc. I can without a doubt say this is one of the funniest things I've ever heard a car dealer say. By definition, rust is not possible WITHOUT the environment playing a role. I'd like to hear his explanation of what he thinks can cause rust other than elements found in the environment. Rust can't just happen ... Read More

Kia Sorento Lease Questions

• Re: Kia Sorento AWD 4 cyl Lease [josh58]

  Written by: Car_man on Jan 11, 2011 5:26:01 PM

  Hi Josh. Are you asking for this vehicle's money factor and residual value? Kia's January buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 4-cylinder 2011 Sorento EX AWD with 12,000 miles per year are .00212 and 49%, respectively. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

• Kia Sorento AWD 4 cyl Lease

  Written by: josh58 on Jan 8, 2011 12:20:51 PM

  Car Man, Can you give me the details on leasing a 2011 Kia Sorento EX AWD i4 with premium package 1? Zip is 55033. Lease options for 12K, 36 mos, $0 down. The dealers I have been working with are giving me a purchase price of $24995 and $25500. Thanks in advance! Josh

Kia Sorento Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Kia Sorento: Prices Paid & Buying Experience [steevo]

  Written by: nitaboo1971 on Jan 5, 2011 11:42:53 AM

  I just purchased a 2011 Sorento AWD V6 w/ sunroof for $30,250 which includes freight.

Kia Sorento Maintenance and Repair

• ESC OFF problem 2008 Kia Sorento

  Written by: elfsprite33 on Jan 4, 2011 1:50:38 PM

  I have a 2008 Kia Sorento with just over 34,000 miles on it and am on my second experience with the ESC OFF problem. The first time was July 2010, car was taken to a dealership and they replaced the sensor and car worked fine until this past Monday. I started my car to warm it up and after 10 minutes I returned to the car to leave and noticed that ... Read More

Kia Sorento Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Kia Sorento: Prices Paid & Buying Experience [Sylvia]

  Written by: vara411 on Jan 4, 2011 12:53:48 PM

  Paid $27,700 + TTL on a Snow White Pearl 2011 Sorento SX with no panoramic sunroof or DVD entertainment system. Extremely happy with our purchase so far and feel like we got a good deal. ... Of course, these sorts of numbers are always misleading and folks looking at these discussions should be aware of that. We have a pretty good feeling dealers will give you a good price if you ... Read More

• Re: bought 2011 Kia sorento AWD. do I need the corrosion & paint warranty? [kyfdx]

  Written by: kittysorento on Jan 2, 2011 7:00:46 PM

  . Thanks for your input, kyfdx. I agree. At first I thought maybe Kia was using inferior paint/metal in their cars that required the extra protection. Now I realize that would compromise the very reputation they're trying to build right now. The corrosion protection pkg. must be a big moneymaker for the dealerships

• Re: bought 2011 Kia sorento AWD. do I need the corrosion & paint warranty? [kittysorento]

  Written by: kyfdx on Jan 2, 2011 7:37:00 AM

  Almost every additional warranty or service offered in the F&I office is a high mark-up item, and of questionable value... It sounds good, because they are trained to make it sound that way, and to question your intelligence if you decline... Go out and look at your current vehicle, then decide if you need it. regards, kyfdx

• 2011 Sorento Sx AWD

  Written by: ausmcar on Jan 1, 2011 9:16:09 PM

  I just bought mine at Glendale Kia from Andy. Great experince and great price. Used Amex/zag referral. If you are in Southern California this is the dealership. A++++

• Re: bought 2011 Kia sorento AWD. do I need the corrosion & paint warranty?

  Written by: kittysorento on Jan 1, 2011 12:06:29 PM

  We are closing the deal on a 2011 Kia Sedona LX with convenience pkg, mud flaps, cargo, cover, cargo net and tray. They offered us $1000 rebate from Kia (expires 1/3/11) plus $1,000 "conquest" rebate, also from Kia. Price including 8% tax & reg. fees is $24,600. What we're wondering about is the corrosion pkg (electronic rust prevention). Salesman said the regular warranty doesn't cover "environmental rust,"from salty roads or acid ... Read More

Kia Sorento Transmission Problems

• Re: 2011 Sorento with many issues [smithsorento11]

  Written by: djruss84 on Jan 1, 2011 9:53:42 AM

  I had a very similar thing just happen to my 2011 Sorento SX over christmas. I was experiencing the clunking and hard start ups. And then while I was out finishing my Christmas shopping I heard a loud squeal/grinding and the vehicle ceased and stopped a dead stop in a busy intersection. The entire engine ceased up. The dealership drained the oil and found an abundance of metal fragments. I am ... Read More

Kia Sorento Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• bought 2011 Kia sorento lx AWD with convinence pkg

  Written by: prasadp on Dec 18, 2010 2:07:43 PM

  I just bought a 2011 kia LX AWD with convinence Pkg + cargo cover+cargo net+cargo try for $23151+TT price included $1000 rebate. Did I get a good deal?

Kia Sorento Lease Questions

• Re: 2011 kia sorento ex v6 fwd [lenamcdearmid]

  Written by: Car_man on Dec 13, 2010 5:11:48 PM

  Hi lenamcdearmid. I'd be happy to help you out. Kia's November buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2011 Sorento EX V6 2WD with 12,000 miles per year are .00131 and 51%, respectively. I don't believe that Kia is currently providing support on 24 month leases. Kia is currently providing a $1,500 cash incentive on leases of this truck. I would be happy ... Read More

• Re: 2011 Kia Sorento SX 3/36/15k lease (ca. 34k msrp) [chatteremail]

  Written by: Car_man on Dec 13, 2010 4:55:44 PM

  Here's the information that you're looking for, chatteremail. Kia's December buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2011 Sorento SX 4WD with 15,000 miles per year are .00131 and 49%, respectively. When negotiating your deal on this truck, make sure to take advantage of the $1,500 cash incentive that is currently available on leases of it. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing ... Read More

Kia Sorento Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Need opinon on price ASAP 2011 EX V6 AWD [kirama]

  Written by: califasramsfan on Nov 3, 2010 7:42:07 PM

  Not sure where your located but check these Sorento prices in So.Cal. Google "Orange County Register", newspaper. Go to website and click on "Deals", then click "automotive". Select Garden Grove Hyundai Dealership who also sells Kia. The Sorento LX sale price is $16,808, (MSRP=$23,305. The Sorento SX sale price is $24,888, (MSRP =$32,990. This price is if you qualify for all the rebates including military, college grad, etc. You just can't ... Read More

• Need opinon on price ASAP 2011 EX V6 AWD

  Written by: kirama on Nov 3, 2010 12:41:05 PM

  I am looking at a 2011 Sorento, EX V6 AWD with premium pack #2. Sticker with destination charge is $32,530. Dealer's offer is $28,995 (includes $1500 for competitive rebate) and Kia financing, or $27,995 without Kia financing. Truecar hasn't updated their database with dealer incentives so I don't know dealer cost on vehicle. October 2010 truecar shows no dealer incentive & a holdback of $872 for a total dealer cost of ... Read More

Kia Sorento Transmission Problems

• Transmission & AC Discharge Problem

  Written by: 2ps on Nov 2, 2010 4:17:08 PM

  2011 Kia Sorento EX-V6 AWD purchased April 2010. Currently 6,000 miles. Loud thud in transmission when shifting at about 10 miles per hour but only when engine is cold (first thing in the morning). AC discharge issue as well. Tank filled up instead of draining under the car onto the ground. Ended up with a huge flood on the floor of my passenger front seat floor. Every time I turned left, ... Read More

2011 Kia Sorento

• Sorento Product Roadmap

  Written by: sphiss on Oct 4, 2010 7:41:06 AM

  I have been lurking for a while and this is my first post. I have been considering the purchase of a 2011 Sorento but have heard rumors of better things to come and wanted to see if any of you had any insider information. Here are the rumors: 1. That a more powerful and more fuel-efficient 4-cylinder engine (Theta II?) will find its way into the Sorento. 2. That the release ... Read More

Kia Sorento 2011

• Sorento Product Roadmap

  Written by: sphiss on Oct 4, 2010 7:40:17 AM

  I have been lurking for a while and this is my first post. I have been considering the purchase of a 2011 Sorento but have heard rumors of better things to come and wanted to see if any of you had any insider information. Here are the rumors: 1. That a more powerful and more fuel-efficient 4-cylinder engine (Theta II?) will find its way into the Sorento. 2. That the release ... Read More

Kia Sorento

• Sorento Product Roadmap

  Written by: sphiss on Oct 4, 2010 7:38:27 AM

  I have been lurking for a while and this is my first post. I have been considering the purchase of a 2011 Sorento but have heard rumors of better things to come and wanted to see if any of you had any insider information. Here are the rumors: 1. That a more powerful and more fuel-efficient 4-cylinder engine (Theta II?) will find its way into the Sorento. 2. That the release ... Read More

Kia Sorento 2011

• Re: FWD vs AWD in Northeast US [bestmickey]

  Written by: mtnman1 on Oct 1, 2010 9:37:29 AM

  Received a call from the Kia Regional Office on 9/29. I'm taking my Sorento into the local dealership and they are giving me a loaner to drive. They want their technician to ride with me so that I can point out the rattles. Don't know if there is a fix for the Climate control issue, but I will be happy if they can eliminate the rattles and fix the sun visor ... Read More

Kia Sorento Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• KIA DEPOT in Santa Ana, Calif.

  Written by: csuf1 on Sep 28, 2010 1:05:00 PM

  BEWARE of KIA DEPOT of Santa Ana ads on the 2011 Kia Sorento. There were plenty in stock but they would not sell any to me at the very low advertised prices without add-ons when I told them I wanted to pay cash(not their financing). Be sure you have someone very knowledgeable with you that can understand and ask questions about the fine print!!!! After getting the run-around, I bought from ... Read More

Kia Sorento 2011

• Re: FWD vs AWD in Northeast US [bestmickey]

  Written by: mtnman1 on Sep 21, 2010 4:47:09 PM

  My views of the 2011 Sorento EX V6 FWD that I have owned for several months have dramatically changed. The following is a message I posted on the Hyundai Santa Fe Forums in which I was replying under the thread Visor falls off: What a coincidence. I have a 2011 Kia Sorento and the same exact thing happened to me when I flipped the visor down in my driveway just two ... Read More

• Re: 2011 Kia sorento [fnamowicz]

  Written by: onefunkar on Sep 17, 2010 6:49:00 PM

  they will both be worth the same. they are all B vin codes, which means 2011 so unless you happen to know where the sequence numbers ended off at the end of the year , which they wouldnt, you wouldnt be able to tell by the vin.

• Re: 2011 Kia sorento [onefunkar]

  Written by: fnamowicz on Sep 15, 2010 4:46:16 PM

  Yes but if you look at the vin # it will tell you if it was built in 2010 or 2011. I would rather buy the one that was built in 2011. So if I buy a 2011 this Jan. and trade in 2012 it will be 1 yr. old while yours will be 2 years old. Am I wrong to wait? .

• Re: 2011 Kia sorento [fnamowicz]

  Written by: onefunkar on Sep 15, 2010 2:05:25 PM

  a 2011 sorento is a 2011 sorento no matter when it was built. that is a big advantage to a person who trades alot. bought mine in march 2010 and can drive it a year and a half and still have a current year car to trade.

Kia Sorento Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• How does this deal and ext. warr. price compare?

  Written by: califasramsfan on Sep 14, 2010 12:53:16 PM

  We just purchased a 2011 Kia Sorento SX for $26,985 + Tax/lic/doc fees. Vehicle MSRP was $32,990, invoice was $31,085. Sale price was $1,600 under invoice, or a total of $4,100 under invoice including the $2,500 in rebates. Just wondering how we did in comparison to other deals? Also, finalized negotiations today on the extended warranty with the same dealer. I'm purchasing a 10 yr/100,000 mi. extended Kia warranty, zero deductible ... Read More

Kia Sorento 2011

• 2011 Kia sorento

  Written by: fnamowicz on Sep 13, 2010 7:57:35 AM

  Will there be a difference in trade in value on a 2011 Sorento purchased in 2010 vs. a 2011 Sorento purchased in 2011? I know that they skipped the 2010 model so that in 2011 the Sorento could be two years old.

Kia Sorento Real World MPG

• Re: MPG [dankocke]

  Written by: mtnman1 on Sep 8, 2010 4:20:48 PM

  I disagree totally with you as far as break in periods go. I have always found that MPG improves over time. I have found that even in my 2009 Ford Fusion that my peak MPG was reached at about 5000 miles. My Sorento has gotten better as well.. My EX V6 is running about 19 MPG City and just a hair under 26 MPG Hwy and I believe it will easily ... Read More

Kia Sorento Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: New 2011 Kia Sorento LX Automatic [speedymjs]

  Written by: califasramsfan on Sep 7, 2010 10:41:09 PM

  The finance guy tried selling us a 10 year Kia Bumper to Bumper warranty for an additional $1,400 with a zero deductable only at that dealership and a $100 deductable at any other KIA dealership. We said NO at the purchase time. I now offered them $1,000 with zero deductable at any dealer and we are waiting for their reply. Has anyone bought an extended warranty thru KIA? Your thoughts?

• 2011 Kia Sorento SX Price

  Written by: califasramsfan on Sep 7, 2010 10:33:29 PM

  We just purchased the 2011 Kia Sorento SX model with FWD, V6, leather, navi. MSRP was $32,990, Dealer discounts include $4000, $1,000 factory rebate, $1,500 competitive or loyalty rebates. Sale price total was $26,990 plus tax/lic. including a BS $495 dealer prep charge. The Sorento SX has an enhanced look on the outside compared to the EX models and just arriving to dealerships on the west coast. Beautiful car fully loaded ... Read More

Kia Sorento Lease Questions

• 2011 Kia Sorento EX V6 4WD lease rates

  Written by: autoboy19 on Aug 25, 2010 12:38:57 PM

  Carman, Do you have the current lease rates for the 2011 Kia Sorento EX V6 4WD for 24 and 36 months with 15k miles per year? Is the residual for 12k miles per year 2% higher? Thanks.

Sorento Climate Control Sensor Problems

• Climate Control Sensor Problems

  Written by: mtnman1 on Aug 19, 2010 1:21:58 PM

  I have a 2011 Kia Sorento EX V6 that we bought back in mid June. At around 600 miles the Climate Control Sensor went bad. The dealership ordered a new one which took about 2 weeks to come in. This morning on the way back from a trip to Pittsburgh, Pa I noticed immediately when I first started the vehicle that something was wrong because it was around 80 outside with ... Read More

Kia Sorento Real World MPG

• Re: 2011 Kia Sorento LX 4cylinder Automatic [mazda6dude]

  Written by: mtnman1 on Aug 19, 2010 12:08:55 PM

  The computer in my 2011 EX V6 is pretty darn close. Maybe up to .5 Mpg above actual. Just figure it out manually for a couple of tanks after you fill up. I have about 2400 miles on mine and I ran up to 26.3 MPG on 4 lane and 2 lane roads between Columbus, Ohio and Pittsburgh, Pa. Lots of road construction. My final overall MPG average that the computer ... Read More

Kia Sorento Lights and Bulbs

• Installing backup sensors

  Written by: criticus on Aug 19, 2010 7:13:08 AM

  I have a set of backup sensors I want to install on my 2011 EX. Kia Canada tells me I may invalidate the warranty and could interfere with the operation of other equipment if I do so myself. Nor can they supply me with a wiring diagram which is in the workshop manual given to authorised dealers. The odd thing about all this is that there is a Sorento model in ... Read More

Kia Sorento Real World MPG

• 2011 Kia Sorento LX 4cylinder Automatic

  Written by: mazda6dude on Aug 18, 2010 7:05:30 AM

  Its been a couple weeks since I bought my new 2011 Sorento 4cylinder LX automatic. I am very skeptical of the mileage. The mpg average constantly shows 26 on my sorento mpg computer. Is this accurate or is it usually the real world is higher or lower than what the computer shows? If the real world is lower, by how much in terms of % is it lower? Any feedback and ... Read More

Kia Sorento 2011

• Bothered

  Written by: mtnman1 on Aug 15, 2010 1:32:32 PM

  Does it bother anyone out there that bought a new 2011 Sorento EX w/Leather that the new 2011 Sportage w/Leather has not only heated leather, but also the drivers seat is cooled? I just about went nuts when I learned the sportage got this option. I will be reminded every time we get into our Black Leather interior and it's about 120 degrees inside our Sorento. It will be comforting to ... Read More

Kia Sorento Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: New 2011 Kia Sorento LX Automatic [m6user]

  Written by: speedymjs on Aug 13, 2010 4:40:01 AM

  That looks about right. Or perhaps a little more fine-tuned would be to say $1,500 under invoice, then apply whatever rebates you qualify for. That's where I am now, and trying for another $200-$300 off that. If I can get $300 below that I'll feel like I got a great deal.

• Re: New 2011 Kia Sorento LX Automatic [speedymjs]

  Written by: m6user on Aug 11, 2010 12:39:24 PM

  I'm not the one looking for a price but your example is very appropriate. Looks like about $5k off MSRP is a decent price to shoot for then according to your deal.

• Re: New 2011 Kia Sorento LX Automatic [mazda6dude]

  Written by: speedymjs on Aug 11, 2010 12:30:39 PM

  m6user: By way of comparison, this may help. Here is the first quote I received on a different Sorento: MSRP - 34880.0 - INVOICE - 33150.00 Selling price - 31565.00 - 1000.00 kia rebates = 30565.00 - 1000.00 kia loyalty or competitive = 29565.00 Plus VA tax,VA tags and 99.00 doc fee

• Re: New 2011 Kia Sorento LX Automatic [m6user]

  Written by: mazda6dude on Aug 11, 2010 8:39:22 AM

  My apologies. Instead of out the door, the price before TTL since OTD varies in each state. Thanks.

• Re: New 2011 Kia Sorento LX Automatic [mazda6dude]

  Written by: m6user on Aug 11, 2010 8:09:33 AM

  Well, OTD the implies what it says...total amount paid to get you out the door and on your way with your new vehicle. Without knowing local sales tax %, title fees, dealer fees, etc, etc. it would be impossible for anyone to give you even a wild ass guess. Taxes alone could be close to $2500 in Chicago or Los Angeles or $0 in a no sales tax state. Dealer admin ... Read More

• New 2011 Kia Sorento LX Automatic

  Written by: mazda6dude on Aug 11, 2010 7:57:48 AM

  What is a good OTD price to pay for a new 2011 Kia Sorento LX automatic, 2wd, with 3rd row and Convenience package? MSRP is $25,015. Would appreciate feedback and opinions. Thanks.

Kia Sorento Transmission Problems

• 2011 Sorento with many issues

  Written by: smithsorento11 on Aug 6, 2010 11:50:02 AM

  I have a 2011 KIA Sorento that i purchased in June 2010. We had the vehicle about 2 weeks and a loud clunking started when you would crank the vehicle up. It has continued to clunk. Sometimes it will actually jump forward it will clunk so hard. I wish that was the only problem i had. It also has a motor vibration when i first crank it up in the mornings. ... Read More

• Re: 2011KIA Sorento jolt in transmission causing poor gas mileage [hopefull1]

  Written by: aballwienk on Jul 27, 2010 5:39:08 PM

  Often, I have a large thunking noise when I first start my 2011 Kia Sorento EX-AWD 6 Cylinder. I thought it may have been the AC compressor kicking on but it still makes when there is no AC on. Did you find out what it is? It is very loud and disturbing.

• Recommend everyone fixes the recall or you will be in trouble!

  Written by: jacquie49 on Jul 23, 2010 9:08:11 PM

  I have a 2011 Sorento that I bought in January. I love my SUV and all the features that came with it. I had noticed that my gas mileage had not been great the entire time I owned my car. Over a month ago I was working about 2 1/2 hrs from home when my car made a horrible noise and just stopped. The engine was still running but it wouldn't ... Read More

Kia Sorento Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• How did I do?

  Written by: alex124 on Jul 23, 2010 12:11:04 PM

  I didn't get any replies to my original post, so here is one last try. I'm sure someone out there has but the 2011 Kia Sorento LX. How did I do? details below I bought 2011 Kia Sorento LX for $19,988 plus TTL. My trade was 1999 Honda CRV with 169500 miles, broken windshield and dented bumper for $2000.00. Credit Union financing 3.2% for 60 mos. Dealer was in Central Texas. ... Read More

2011 Kia Sorento

• Re: more 2011 sorento members [auyoman]

  Written by: steve_ on Jul 16, 2010 11:51:31 PM

  Hey Sam, keep posting and that'll generate more talk. (oh, can't guarantee it, but I suspect that Kia has someone summarizing posts here for the home office).

• more 2011 sorento members

  Written by: auyoman on Jul 16, 2010 11:45:15 PM

  hosts steve and tidester, I have read and posted on tundra solutions for years. i have learned many things that could be problems with my tundra. i know truck people are perhaps more creative to do things to their vechile but if we could get more people posting we would all benifit. i personally like to see the exhaust tips, so i cut off the down turns, cut thru the plastic, ... Read More

Kia Sorento Transmission Problems

• Re: 2011KIA Sorento poor gas mileage [brian1971]

  Written by: scotlad on Jul 16, 2010 12:54:18 AM

  We have had a 2011 Kia since January. Have not had the jolt problem but gas mileage with the 4cyl has been terrible. The local dealer did replace the rear drive shaft due to a vibration issue and we just received a recall notice on the transaxle alignment. I hope this helps the mileage. Our last tank was only 21mpg in combined driving. We essentially love the car but hope our ... Read More

2011 Kia Sorento

• Re: 2011Sorento Problem [rick174]

  Written by: auyoman on Jul 12, 2010 10:05:25 PM

  hi, i have 1100 miles on my 2011 sorento. Four times i have had the "NO RESPONSE" problem that rick174 describes on june 12. usually after a corner i push on the gas and nothing happens. if you lift off the gas pedal and get back on it, it starts to pull normally. this can be a safety problem if someone runs into the back of you because you are slowing ... Read More

Kia Sorento Real World MPG

• Re: 2011 KIA Sorento...post your mpg results [keinodog]

  Written by: mtnman1 on Jul 8, 2010 11:44:43 AM

  I don't understand why your rpms were running 2500. My 2011 Sorento EX V6 FWD runs right on 2000 rpms at 70 mph.

• Re: MPG [bcw53]

  Written by: mtnman1 on Jul 7, 2010 12:17:45 PM

  I have a 2011 Sorento EX V6 Fwd with just over 1000 miles on it in which about 360 of those miles were put on this past weekend on a trip from Columbus to Pittsburgh and back. I started tracking our driving on the tank prior to our trip and we filled up as we left Columbus and got an actual 19.1 mpg which was about 90 to 95% city driving. ... Read More

Kia Sorento Transmission Problems

• loss of all power

  Written by: auyoman on Jul 5, 2010 11:17:19 PM

  hello all, this is my first post here. i have been following tundra solutions but the 2011 kia sorento has won out over toyota highlander. has anyone had a complete loss of power mostly when coming out of a in town corner? the engine is not off but pushing the gas pedal does nothing for a couple of seconds, then it picks up and all is good. only 500 miles, but ... Read More

2011 Kia Sorento

• Re: Kia Sorento 2011 Speakers [skruppa]

  Written by: archangel5500 on Jul 1, 2010 11:18:43 AM

  Skruppa, the issue isn't your speakers.. I have the very same issue with mine. I just bought a 2011 KIA Sorento EX about 3 months ago. It's loaded and nice, however I had a problem with the electrical system and all the lights on the right side of my car went out, they fixed them and now I've been complaining about the speakers since I drove it off the lot. Anytime ... Read More

Kia Sorento Transmission Problems

• Re: 2011KIA Sorento jolt in transmission causing poor gas mileage [sgopus]

  Written by: mudner on Jul 1, 2010 10:49:05 AM

  Purchased 2011 Sorento 4 cyl on 6/04. First week and tank of gas 25 mpg without any problems. Second week hard jolt and rpm ran pass 4K then it recovered. Called dealership and they said to drive it and they schedule an appointment for following week. Second tank of gas 18 mpg. Second hard jolt happened during hwy driving (in overdrive), I took it straight to the dealer. Dealer has been ... Read More

Kia Sorento Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• My deal

  Written by: alex124 on Jun 30, 2010 8:51:42 PM

  I bought 2011 Kia Sorento LX for $19,988 plus TTL. My trade was 1999 Honda CRV with 169500 miles, broken windshield and dented bumper for $2000.00. Credit Union financing 3.2% for 60 mos. Dealer was in Central Texas. How did I do?

Kia Sorento Lease Questions

• Re: Leasing numbers? [dpb67]

  Written by: Car_man on Jun 30, 2010 3:17:09 AM

  I certainly do. Here you go, dpb67. This truck's lease program varies by term, mileage allowance, and trim level. You never mentioned what any of these variables are, so for now I will have to make some assumptions. Let me know if you want something different. Kia's June buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2011 Sorento EX 4 cylinder 4WD with 15,000 ... Read More

Kia Sorento Transmission Problems

• Re: 2011KIA Sorento jolt in transmission causing poor gas mileage [hopefull1]

  Written by: csuf1 on Jun 30, 2010 12:32:21 AM

  I bought my 2011 Kia Sorento LX(automatic)on 6/26/2010 and I love it. I hope you get yours fixed and that I don't have any problems. This is my first SUV and I love the style, ride, heated front seats, backup camera, backup warning, reclining rear seats, exterior paint(snow white pearl), interior cloth fabric, exterior mirrors w/turn signals, etc. Please keep me informed about your efforts to get yours repaired. Good luck. ... Read More

2011 Kia Sorento

• Kia Sorento 2011 Speakers

  Written by: skruppa on Jun 13, 2010 11:08:07 AM

  Would anyone know what kind of speakers do the new 2011 have?? I need to replace them they are horrible! None can give me a straight answer. Thanks

• Sorento vs. Equinox Deals

  Written by: mtnman1 on Jun 8, 2010 5:00:37 PM

  I'm considering a new 2011 Sorento EX V6 FWD with the Premium Pkg 2. Apparently the Titanium Silver FWD V6 is difficult to find. Every dealership in Columbus, Ohio doesn't have one. The dealership I'm working with will have to go outside the area to get it. I know they just got that color in this past weekend, but with AWD which adds $2000 to the MSRP and displayed it on ... Read More

• Re: 2011 sorento [lmurr39]

  Written by: leapfrog on Jun 7, 2010 6:20:16 AM

  Just took in our 2011 Sorento for its first oil change and the Service Dept. mentioned there is a KIA recall on the vehicle to replace all the bulbs...

• Cargo space 7 passenger vs 5 passenger version

  Written by: Mogulman on Mar 21, 2010 4:02:19 PM

  Anyone know if the cargo capacity of the 2011 Kia Sorento 5 passenger vs 7 passenger is the same with the 3rd row seats on the 7 passenger folded down? I wanted to get a cargo mat, and Kia only offers them for the 5 passenger. I'm thinking it should work on the 7 passenger with the seats down.

• 2011 sorento

  Written by: lmurr39 on Jun 6, 2010 1:00:40 PM

  I'm kind of looking for some advice. JUST bought a Kia Sorento, was DRIVING it home, and my husband noted that the left rear light was out. Turns out when we stopped, the front left light was out as well. He took it back to the dealership, but we need to bring it tomorrow to the service dept. Now I'm reading stuff about electrical problems being a bane to the Sorento. ... Read More

• 2011 LX

  Written by: merf1 on Feb 26, 2010 9:26:55 PM

  Bought a 2011 Sorento LX with the convenience package [rear view screen, heated seats, etc.] at Kia of North Aurora. I got it at $1500 under invoice after the $1000 rebate and the Auto show n$500 rebate and they gave me $8500 in trade for my 06 Tucson with 43 K on it. I only paid $16200 for the Tucson just over 4 years ago, A GL with the 4 cylinder ... Read More

• 2011 Sorento

  Written by: mtnman1 on Jun 2, 2010 10:25:52 AM

  I have been seriously looking to purchase a new smaller SUV/Crossover to replace my 2004 Mountaineer AWD V8 that gets terrible city MPG. I was really impressed with the Chevy Equinox and might buy an LT2 V6 or LTZ V6 (both FWD) if they can get any in. I also like the Hyundai Santa FE Limited, but the seats behind the front seats have very little leg room My 17 year ... Read More

• Will Kia Untie Options Bundles?

  Written by: glovesdonahue on Feb 20, 2010 9:04:33 AM

  So right now, I cannot purchase or lease a 2011 Kia Sorento EX V-6 AWD that has the upgraded Infinity sound system, leather and roof rails but does NOT have the third-row seats and sunroof. Is that correct? In fact, if I want an AWD V-6, I HAVE to take the third-row seats? And if I want a better stereo, I HAVE to take the Nav. system and the rear-view camera? ... Read More

• Rolling Friction

  Written by: sedonany on Jun 2, 2010 5:36:10 AM

  I have noticed this since we purchased the Kia Sorento (2011 4 Cyl. AWD) back in March. The car has a great deal of rolling resistance. It's almost like you are driving with your foot on the break. It appears to be the transmission. Whatever it is, at 20MPH it stops and allows the car to finally coast. I have tried shifting to neutral while driving and the car will actually ... Read More

Kia Sorento Transmission Problems

• Re: 2011KIA Sorento jolt in transmission causing poor gas mileage [brian1971]

  Written by: gregk22 on May 24, 2010 11:00:24 AM

  Ive had my 2011 sorento (EX v6) for 55 days and had similar issues so i have been back at the dealer 5 or 6 times. They tell me its the torque converter and thats its normal. theres nothing normal about it as it always feels like i am putting the brakes on. they also call it "engine braking" but my wife calls it a go cart. love the car but ... Read More

2011 Kia Sorento

• Very Bad Review of 2011 Sorento in New York Times

  Written by: mikemartin on May 24, 2010 12:12:29 AM

  New York Times review of 2011 Sorento in today's paper. Very harsh review. Behind the Wheel | 2011 Kia Sorento Not a Truck, but Still a Rough Rider Orth Hedrick, the director of product planning, said Kia decided a unibody was needed to compete with the Toyota RAV4, Ford Edge, Chevy Equinox and Honda CR-V. The change, Kia reasoned, should give the Sorento sharper handling and a better ride — but ... Read More