2015 Kia Sorento Reviews

Bought the Kia Sorento SX with 3.3L V-6 and AWD with 111k. Liked the vehicle pretty well at first but I did notice a rattle at start up that went away within a couple of seconds. I read a little about the rattle at start up and read that Kia stated it was the oil being pumped through the engine. After that the plastic holding the seat controls broke. Later after that I started using the overhead light controls and they were not working properly. Then after a few months the sun roof would not close properly and figured it needed to be greased or such. I closed it by assisting it pulling forward on the glass, and quit using it after that until I could figure that out. The next thing I noticed was a little white smoke coming from the tail pipe, and a little less power as well when it was about time for an oil change. After the oil change didn't notice either much anymore until it was about time for the next oil change. The next thing I noticed was the controls on the steering wheel would not work properly from time to time. After that I noticed the rear hatch start to squeak when going up or down, and it would not close or open all the way sometimes. I sprayed some lube on the metal rods that opened and closed the hatch. That worked for a while till I had to do it again pretty soon, and it would still stop in the open / close process from time to time. Next thing I know at 130k+ I drove to my son's house about 20 miles or so, and when I was in his neighborhood I heard this knocking sound. Started checking what could cause knocking sounds, and read that it could be the surpentine belt / timing chain tensioner getting weak. I also noticed the oil wasn't completely full. I had some oil cause I knew it was burning a little oil before an oil change was due. I drove it home cause it was late at night thinking to myself I would be headed to a doctor's appointment the next day, and I would stop bye the auto mechanic right bye the doctors office. Well the next day I was on my 12 mile trip, and as I accelerated I heard a rattling sound. Like you hear from bad gas or timing off, and I had made it to about 50 mph on a 55 mph hwy. When it just lost power and died. Luckily I didn't get hit when this crazy person come flying around me while I was trying to coast to a driveway cause there was a ditch along my side of the road. After I did make it to the driveway I tried to start it and it would turn over but wouldn't start. After I tried it a couple times it just stopped turning over. I thought well the battery shouldn't be dead. I had a booster pack in the car so I got out hooked it up, and the battery showed good voltage on the pack. I left it hooked up anyway and was going to get back in the car while looking I noticed two vehicles coming. One behind the other came flying around, and when he came back over into our lane he came real close to hitting my car on the shoulder of the hwy / driveway. I made it back in the car to try to start it again and it still would not turn over. So I called the insurance and in return they got me processed for a tow truck to come get it. I was in / outside the SUV talking to someone who stopped to check if I needed help while waiting on the tow, and hoping I wouldn't get hit for about 2 hours before tow truck showed and took me to the auto mechanic. After days the auto shop called to tell me it was locked up. After checking on prices of used motors costing about $4500 - $6500 with about 80k - 130k miles I decided to go pick it up till I could figure out what to do. I started more research to find there was a recall for my VIN but not for the motor. You can see the recall at; https://www.vindecoderz.com/EN/check-lookup/5XYKWDA72FG568019?__cf_chl_tk=ODnoQ81msAKOxCk3H5dq3_c2e5IK73HKHj3B3YGY6rU-1642803325-0-gaNycGzNGZE. When I picked the vehicle up the battery was dead, and don't you know even with the clip pulled out I could not get it into neautal without charging the battery. Cause it had to recognize the key fob also. That's not all imagine after getting it home I trickle charged the battery, and after checking it for a complete charge I thought let me check one more time to see if it will start. The weather had turned cold thus metal sweals or shrinks a little if it's hot or cold, and last I tried it the engine was warm. Guess what it turned over and started. I'm thinking it could have jumped a link on the timing chain and still started but it could be a rod bearing also. Called Kia told them the story, and they're saying take it to a Kia dealer so they can find out if it's there problem or mine. I have a problem with that seeing the dealer and Kia both have ownership in Kia. So how would I get a unbiased opinion? Note: Anyone having a problem with any vehicle that puts you in harms way make sure to report it to the (NHTSA) National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. See link 👇 https://www.nhtsa.gov You can put in your VIN to check recalls and complaints

I love how much room I have for cargo with the option to put down one or both of the back seats (one in my case since I have a car seat for my child). It is comfortable to drive with support variations for the driver’s seat. I do not care for the fact that my steering wheel buttons are not capable to withstand lots of use; broken volume button, cruise set works intermittently, these become more of a distraction while driving (to fiddle with mid trip is not safe). Normal wear and tear but seems like the ball joint problem that needed repair, was way too soon.

This is the second Kia Sorento we have had. We have had no problems with either-so far! We love the smooth ride for one. Also we like the gas mileage we get. It has many features we like including heated seats which is wonderful living in Minnesota! We also have Sirius radio in, which is important to me anyways! The way it handles in our winters is good too because my wife travels about 50 miles round trip everyday to work. We just feel comfortable in our Kia!

I haven't had any big problems, including recalls. I bought mine used. The fit & finish - attention to detail is good. My Sorento is a 4-cycle so it has enough punch for my uses. There is plenty of room for family trip of four, with average sized adults sitting it back. Anyone over six feet will find out that they may need room in back - my Sorento does not have 3rd seat option. Not having the 3rd seat options makes it better for me for space of groceries and home projects.

Great interior design. Red lights illuminate the door panels, floor boards and center console storage. Sunroof stretches the entire roof which is awesome. Third row seating comes in handy but not much truck space when those seats are up. Heated and cooled seats provide a very high end feel to the car as well as climate control for the driver, passenger and back climate. Lane assist makes it simple to know someone is in your blind spot. Car has handled great in the almost three years I have had it. No issues at all with the car. Touch screen is a great size and the display automatically changes from day to night which is nice. Hands free is made extremely easy to use in this car. Very room interior for the driver and passengers in the back. Third row can squeeze in adults but not that comfortable.

I like the heated seats. Cooling seats and steering wheel would be nice. Leather gets hot during hot days. Leather steering wheel and seats. Front wheel drive. Despite not having 4 wheel drive I have driven in some questionable stuff and have not needed towing. It has nice storage in the back under the floor. The back seats fold down. I have as much room in the back of my car, with the seats down, as the bed of a ford f-150. I have used my SUV for car camping. It speeds up nice on the highway. It did not come with a towing hitch and I do not believe the engine is strong enough for too heavy of items. I haven't tried towing anything.

I love the space in my Sorento. I have the added third row that folds down for additional storage/trunk space if needed. The middle row also folds down or slides up to add even more space if needed. The ride overall is smooth and actually made it over 71, 000 miles on the original set of tires. Changing the light bulbs were super easy, with easy installation without having to move thing around to remove and insert the bulb. The AWD has been amazing during the few snow storms we've had here in Virginia. My Sorento handles very well, and has yet to give me any issues when driving in deep snow or slippery roads. My favorite extra options are the Bluetooth, Sirius radio, heated seats, and my all time favorite backup camera. That camera has made backing up in dark areas so much easier and less stressful. My kids also enjoy the back pull up sun shade for the back windows. Cuts down the glare of the sun from their electronics to help them get through the long drives we make.

The seats are incredibly comfortable for long car rides, and the actual driving is very smooth. It handles really well, and seems effortless to drive, not too jolty. It had amazing space, and the seats fold which is a great asset for those that pack up the car often. I find myself packing it almost everyday with pool floats, scooters, bags.. And everything always fits perfectly! There is a storage compartment in the back of the trunk too that opens up, giving space to store an immense amount of smaller items. This car makes packing and driving easy.

My Kia is very reliable I love it it's not a press start because I feel a press start will sometimes in some way inconvenience me in times when I might forget the keys or the battery might die in the key. So I like the simplicity of my vehicle. It has a sound system my phone is always programmed an as I turn on the ignition and the phone am ready to drive off in a comfortable setting. I have had the vehicle for about 3 years now and it still gives me that new feeling, affect. Still. As long as you change the oil and service the vehicle on a timely manner it will give you real time. As for the tires I changed one tire over the three years. Time period. The engine I don't no for sure but I was told that engine is of a Toyota. Whatever it is I would recommended this vehicle. As a comfort to anyone that has interest.