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Overview
The 2013 Kia Sorento LX is a four-wheel drive, 5-door Sport Utility Vehicle that was released to the New Zealand market on 2nd October 2012. The Kia Sorento is regarded as a large SUV built in Korea with prices starting at $49,490 before on-road costs.
This Kia Sorento is powered by a 2.4L 4-cylinder engine that has 130 kW of power (at 6200 rpm) and 227 Nm of torque (at 3750 rpm) via a Six-speed Automatic transmission. Kia claims the Sorento LX uses 8.8L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 210g of CO2. It has a 70L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 795km per full tank
The Kia Sorento measures 1700mm (66.9 inches) in height, 4685mm (184.4 inches) in length, 1885mm (74.2 inches) in width with a 2700mm (106.3 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1621kg (3573.7 lbs) of unladen weight. The Sorento LX comes standard with 235/65 Rnull front tyres and 235/65 Rnull rear tyres. It has a 36 month, 100,000 km warranty.
The 2013 Kia Sorento LX has a 185mm ground clearance with a 2000kg braked and 750kg unbraked towing capacity.
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Power to Weight
80.2 kW/t
63.97 kW/t
118.63 kW/t
Boot Space
258 litres
142 litres
1,310 litres
Fuel Efficiency
8.6 - 8.8 L/100km
6 L/100km
13.5 L/100km
Vehicle Range
795 - 814 km
598 km
1,083 km
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
5 years
Warranty (Distance)
100,000 km
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
2 years
4 years
4 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Braked Towing Capacity
2,000 kg
1,500 kg
3,300 kg
Approach Angle
25.1°
18°
38.4°
Departure Angle
23.1°
21.6°
31.4°
Ground Clearance Unladen
185 mm
147 mm
238 mm
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Dimensions
4,685 mm
1,885 mm
1,700 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,685 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,885 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,700 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,900 mm |
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Explore Kia Sorento Features & Specs
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 210
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Bore Engine: 88.0
Engine (cc): 2359
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: Theta Ii
Engine (L): 2.4
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 97.0
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 18.5
Main Capacity (L): 70
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 15.4
Main Type: Main
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Display Screen
Location: ?
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 795
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 494
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 11.4
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 8.8
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 32
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 27
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 8.8
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 177
Maximum Power (kW): 130
Maximum Torque (Nm): 227
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6200
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 3750
Differential Lock
Location: Center
Drive
Descent Control System: yes
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full And Part-Time
Selection: Manual & Automatic
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Low High Gear Ranges: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Type: All Terrain
Front Wheels Tire Width: 235
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Rear Wheels Tire Type: All Terrain
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 235
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Body Style
Body Type: Sport Utility Vehicle
Local Body Type: Sport Utility Vehicle
Platform Code: Hyundai Nf
Mud Flaps
Front Mud Flaps Location: Front
Rear Mud Flaps Location: Rear
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: SAE
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 72.5
Rear Seat Down (L): 2052
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 9.1
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 258
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10900
Front Track (in): 63.7
Front Track (mm): 1618
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 7.3
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 185
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 35.8
Overall Height (in): 66.9
Overall Height (mm): 1700
Overall Length (in): 184.4
Overall Length (mm): 4685
Overall Width (in): 74.2
Overall Width (mm): 1885
Rear Track (in): 63.8
Rear Track (mm): 1621
Wheelbase (in): 106.3
Wheelbase (mm): 2700
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 39.2
Front Headroom (mm): 996
Rear Headroom (in): 39.2
Rear Headroom (mm): 995
Front Hip Room (in): 56.3
Front Hip Room (mm): 1431
Rear Hip Room (in): 55.9
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1421
Front Leg Room (in): 41.3
Front Leg Room (mm): 1048
Rear Leg Room (in): 37.6
Rear Leg Room (mm): 955
Front Shoulder Room (in): 59.3
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1506
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 58.7
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1491
Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 25.1
Departure Angle: 23.1
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
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
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
LED Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Paint
Type: Metallic
Blind
Location: Side
Side Blind Type: Manual
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Not Installed
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Not Installed
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2000
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 4409
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1621
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3574
Tare Weight (kg): 1576
Audio System
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
iPod Connection (Front): yes
USB (Front): yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Location (12V): Rear
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Includes Phone: yes
Luxury Trim
Doors: Alloy Look
Gear Selector: Leather
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Overall: 5.00
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Location: 3rd Row Seats
3rd Row Seats Number: 2
Front Seats Active: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Center
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Third Row Seat Belts
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Upgraded Cloth/Velour
Main Seat Material: Upgraded Cloth/Velour
Seating
Capacity: 7
Configuration: 2+3+2
Air Conditioning
Type: Auto
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
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