Reviews: The 2003 Kia Sorento
By Alex Thomas
The Kia Sorento for 2003
Made in SOUTH KOREA for Kia, the Sorento for 2003 is a contender in the 5-seat SPORT UTILITY 4-DR market. It originally retailed for $22,900 USD with a invoice price of $21,235 USD.
Fuel Economy
The 3.5L V6 DOHC 16V engine in the 2003 Sorento is rated at 15 miles/gallon city and 20 miles/gallon highway out of a 21.10 gallon tank. This is average for its class. Flexible Fuel versions are available.
Pricing
The Sorento retails for $22,900 USD with a invoice price of $21,235 USD for the base model with no options. A standard delivery charge of USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.
Drivetrain
The Sorento comes standard with a 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive transmission and is a front-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately 4057 lbs. The Non-ABS or 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Disc.
Sorento Dimensions
In 2003 the Sorento has an overall length of 179.80 inches and a width of 74.20 inches. It sits a total of 71.30 inches off the ground, with a ground clearance of 8.20 inches. Front headroom is 38.30 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the Sorento a turning radius of 36.40 inches. It uses 245/70R16 tires with a wheelbase of 106.70 inches.
Specs & Equipment
Standard equipment includes Child Safety Door Locks, Power Door Locks, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Side Head Curtain Airbag. While it varies per trim level optional equipment lists ABS Brakes, Automatic Load-Leveling, Leather Seat, Rear Spoiler, Splash Guards.
Exterior color choices include Aqua Blue Metallic/Pewter Gray, Clear White/Pewter Gray, Clear White/Stone Beige, Diamond Silver Metallic/Pewter Gray, Ebony Black/Pewter Gray, Ebony Black/Stone Beige, Gold Beige/Stone Beige, Grayish Purple Metallic/Pewter Gray, Indigo Blue Metallic/Pewter Gray, Indigo Blue Metallic/Stone Beige, Ivy Green Metallic/Pewter Gray, Ivy Green Metallic/Stone Beige, Ruby Red/Pewter Gray, Ruby Red/Stone Beige with interior choices of Beige Cloth Interior, Beige Leather Interior, Gray Cloth Interior, Gray Leather Interior. The Sorento seats 5 people with 42.60 inches front leg room.
Standard Warranty
The normal warranty period is 60 months or 60,000 miles. It also has a 120 month/100,000 mile powertrain warranty. Extended warranties are available through the manufacturer or third-party vendors. It's important to check with your dealer to verify all warranties.
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