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Overview
The 2005 Kia Sorento LX is a four-wheel drive, 5-door Sport Utility Vehicle that was released to the New Zealand market on 4th January 1970. The Kia Sorento is regarded as a large SUV built in Korea with prices starting at $39,500 before on-road costs.
This Kia Sorento is powered by a 2.5L 6-cylinder engine that has 103 kW of power (at 4000 rpm) and 343 Nm of torque (at 2000 rpm) via a Five-speed Manual transmission. It has a 80L fuel tank
It has a 60 month, 100,000 km warranty.
The 2005 Kia Sorento LX has a 203mm ground clearance with a 2800kg braked and 750kg unbraked towing capacity.
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Power to Weight
51.92 - 73.08 kW/t
51.92 kW/t
91.45 kW/t
Boot Space
667 litres
190 litres
850 litres
Warranty (Years)
5 years
3 years
5 years
Warranty (Distance)
100,000 km
100,000 km
Years on Sale
2 years
4 years
4 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,560 - 2,610 kg
1,975 kg
2,880 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
2,300 - 2,800 kg
1,650 kg
3,300 kg
Approach Angle
27.9°
25.6°
42.5°
Departure Angle
26.4°
22.9°
30.3°
Ground Clearance Unladen
203 mm
203 mm
254 mm
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Dimensions
4,567 mm
1,863 mm
1,730 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,567 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,863 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,730 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,710 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,800 mm |
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Explore Kia Sorento Features & Specs
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Engine
Bore Engine: 91
Engine (cc): 2497
Compression Ratio: 17.7
Engine Configuration: V
Engine Code: D4cb
Engine (L): 2.5
Number of Cylinders: 6
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 96
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Diesel Common Rail
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 21.1
Main Capacity (L): 80
Main Fuel Type: Diesel
Main Type: Main
Fuel Consumption
ECE 99/100 Combined (L/100km): 7.8
ECE 99/100 Combined (mpg): 30
ECE 99/100 Country Highway (L/100km): 6.5
ECE 99/100 Country Highway (mpg): 36
ECE 99/100 Standard: Ece 99/100
ECE 99/100 Urban (L/100km): 10
ECE 99/100 Urban (mpg): 24
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 10.3
Maximum Speed (km/h): 192
Maximum Speed (mph): 119
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 140
Maximum Power (kW): 103
Maximum Torque (Nm): 343
Measurement Standard: EEC
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 4000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 2000
Drive
Assisted Four-Wheel Drive Selection: yes
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Part-Time
Selectable While Driving: yes
Selection: Manual
Dual Range Transmission
2wd High Low Transfer Selection: 2WD
4wd High High Low Transfer Selection: 4wd High
4wd Low High Low Transfer Selection: 4wd Low
Limited Slip Differential
Location: Rear
Transmission
Description: Manual
Low High Gear Ranges: yes
Number of Speeds: 5
Type: Manual
ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Type: Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Rigid
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Extra Load: ?
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 75
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 225
Rear Wheels Tire Extra Load: ?
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 75
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 225
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7
Body Style
Body Type: Sport Utility Vehicle
Driver Location: RHD
Local Body Type: Sport Utility Vehicle
Platform Code: Hyundai Hp
Underbody Protection
Location: Engine
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 66.6
Rear Seat Down (L): 1886
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 23.6
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 667
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10800
Front Track (in): 62.2
Front Track (mm): 1580
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 8
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 203
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 35.4
Overall Height (in): 68.1
Overall Height (mm): 1730
Overall Length (in): 179.8
Overall Length (mm): 4567
Overall Width (in): 73.3
Overall Width (mm): 1863
Rear Track (in): 62.2
Rear Track (mm): 1580
Wheelbase (in): 106.7
Wheelbase (mm): 2710
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 39.7
Front Headroom (mm): 1008
Rear Headroom (in): 39.5
Rear Headroom (mm): 1004
Front Leg Room (in): 42.6
Front Leg Room (mm): 1082
Rear Leg Room (in): 36.1
Rear Leg Room (mm): 916
Front Shoulder Room (in): 58.9
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1496
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 58.4
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1484
Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 27.9
Departure Angle: 26.4
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Toned
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Toned
Location: Rear
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlight Control
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Complex Surface
Paint
Type: Gloss
Roof Rails
Cross Bars: Removable
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Number of Front Express Power Windows: 1
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2800
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 6173
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2610
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 5754
Antenna
Type: Power
Audio System
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 8
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
Load Restraint
Type: net
Cigar Lighter
Location: Front Seats
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Number of Outlets in Front (12V): 1
Location (12V): Rear
Number of Outlets in Rear (12V): 1
Reading Lights
Location: Front
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Luxury Trim
Gear Selector: Leather
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Front Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Number: 2
Rear Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Center
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 5
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Type: Fixed
Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Type: Pop Out
Door Pockets Bins
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Location: Rear
Power Locks
Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Operation: key
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