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2017 Kia Sorento
The 2017 Kia Sorento is a large SUV. When it was new, prices in New Zealand typically ranged from $49,990 for the LX variant and topping out at $73,990 for the SXL variant.
There are 4 variants of the Sorento available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in early-2015.
The 2017 Sorento was offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.
Engine options for the Kia Sorento include 2.2L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (147kW/441Nm), 2.4L in-line 4-cylinder (126kW/225Nm) and 3.3L v6 (199kW/318Nm). All variants feature 6-speed automatic with manual mode transmission. Both 4x4 and front-wheel drive configurations are available.
- Retail Price
- $49,990 - $73,990†
- Transmission
- 6-speed auto
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4 or Front
- Fuel Type
- Unleaded or Diesel
- Body Types
- Sport Utility Vehicle
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion
- Retail Price
- $49,990 - $73,990†
- Transmission
- 6-speed auto
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4 or Front
- Fuel Type
- Unleaded or Diesel
- Body Types
- Sport Utility Vehicle
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion
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2017 Kia Sorento
Features & Specs
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Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
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Cost of Ownership
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2017 Kia Sorento
Available Variants
The Kia Sorento comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being LX and the most expensive being SXL.
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Power to Weight
72.16 - 113.97 kW/t
58.2 kW/t
116.03 kW/t
Fuel Efficiency
6.6 - 9.9 L/100km
5.7 L/100km
11.3 L/100km
Vehicle Range
717 - 1,076 km
619 km
1,076 km
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
5 years
Warranty (Distance)
100,000 km
100,000 km
130,000 km
Years on Sale
2 years
4 years
4 years
Service Interval
12 months
6 months
12 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Braked Towing Capacity
2,000 kg
1,600 kg
3,100 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
185 mm
165 mm
279 mm
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Urban
2025
$66,490
EX
2024
$68,490
Earth
2025
$73,490
Deluxe
2024
$73,490
Premium
2024
$80,990
Water
2025
$88,490
Year
2025
2024
Engine Type
1.6L HEV
2.2L Combustion
Fuel
Unleaded
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Body Type
Sport Utility Vehicle
Number of Doors
5 Doors
Drivetrain
Front
4x4
Maximum Power
169 kW
148 kW
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2017 Kia Sorento
Dimensions
4,780 mm
1,890 mm
1,685 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,780 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,890 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,685 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,780 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,000 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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2017 Kia Sorento
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Kia Sorento is the LX variant that starts from $49,990.
See all Kia Sorento PricingThe most expensive Kia Sorento is the SXL variant that starts from $73,990.
See all Kia Sorento PricingThe best towing capacity of a Kia Sorento is 2000 kg shared by all variants.
See all Kia Sorento towing capacityThe largest Kia Sorento is the LX variant which measures 1890mm wide, 4780mm in length and sits 1685mm tall.
The most powerful Kia Sorento is the LX variant which has 199kW of power and 318nm of torque.
The Kia Sorento is built in Korea and shipped to New Zealand.
The Kia Sorento may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Diesel or Unleaded.
† Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.
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