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Kia Sorento Specs, Engines & Dimensions (2009–2012) — Second Generation

The second-generation Kia Sorento moved to a car-like monocoque platform, and this five-door SUV blends family space with easier everyday manners. Here is what the mechanical and equipment choices mean in practice.

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Kia Sorento Engines and Transmissions

Each Kia Sorento engine pairs with a specific transmission and drivetrain, so the badge describes the whole powertrain. The 2.2 MT is a diesel with a manual gearbox and all-wheel drive, while the 2.4 AT gasoline and 2.7 AT LPG examples use an automatic driving the front wheels. Diesels favour torque and economy; LPG suits high-mileage running costs.

SUV 5-doors — Kia Sorento Engines and Transmissions

SUV 5-doors Kia Sorento Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
2.2 MTDiesel2199 cm³197 hp145 kW421 N⋅mManualAWD
2.0 MTDiesel1995 cm³150 hp110 kW383 N⋅mManualAWD
2.0 MTDiesel1995 cm³150 hp110 kW383 N⋅mManualFWD
2.0 ATDiesel1995 cm³150 hp110 kW383 N⋅mAutomaticAWD
2.0 ATDiesel1995 cm³150 hp110 kW383 N⋅mAutomaticFWD
2.0 MTDiesel1995 cm³184 hp135 kW400 N⋅mManualAWD
2.0 ATDiesel1995 cm³184 hp135 kW400 N⋅mAutomaticFWD
2.0 ATDiesel1995 cm³184 hp135 kW400 N⋅mAutomaticAWD
2.0 MTDiesel1995 cm³184 hp135 kW400 N⋅mManualFWD
2.2 MTDiesel2199 cm³197 hp145 kW421 N⋅mManualFWD
2.2 ATDiesel2199 cm³197 hp145 kW421 N⋅mAutomaticFWD
2.4 MTGasoline2359 cm³174 hp127 kW226 N⋅mManualAWD
2.4 MTGasoline2359 cm³174 hp127 kW226 N⋅mManualFWD
2.4 ATGasoline2349 cm³174 hp127 kW225 N⋅mAutomaticFWD
3.5 ATGasoline3470 cm³280 hp206 kW336 N⋅mAutomaticAWD
3.5 ATGasoline3470 cm³280 hp206 kW336 N⋅mAutomaticFWD
2.7 ATLPG2656 cm³162 hp119 kW245 N⋅mAutomaticFWD
2.2 ATDiesel2199 cm³197 hp145 kW436 N⋅mAutomaticAWD
2.4 ATGasoline2359 cm³174 hp127 kW225 N⋅mAutomaticAWD

Kia Sorento Dimensions

SUV 5-doors — Kia Sorento Dimensions

SUV 5-doors Kia Sorento Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weightMax weightGround clearance, minimum
2.2 MT4685 mm1885 mm1710 mm2700 mm1760 kg2510 kg184 mm
2.0 MT4685 mm1885 mm1710 mm2700 mm1802 kg2140 kg184 mm
2.0 MT4685 mm1885 mm1710 mm2700 mm1730 kg2090 kg184 mm
2.0 AT4685 mm1885 mm1710 mm2700 mmNot provided2140 kg184 mm
2.0 AT4685 mm1885 mm1710 mm2700 mmNot provided2140 kg184 mm
2.0 MT4685 mm1885 mm1710 mm2700 mm1760 kg2140 kg184 mm
2.0 AT4685 mm1885 mm1710 mm2700 mmNot provided2140 kg184 mm
2.0 AT4685 mm1885 mm1710 mm2700 mmNot provided2140 kg184 mm
2.0 MT4685 mm1885 mm1710 mm2700 mmNot provided2090 kg184 mm
2.2 MT4685 mm1885 mm1710 mm2700 mm1805 kgNot provided184 mm
2.2 AT4685 mm1885 mm1710 mm2700 mmNot providedNot provided184 mm
2.4 MT4685 mm1885 mm1710 mm2700 mm1675 kg2510 kg184 mm
2.4 MT4685 mm1885 mm1710 mm2700 mm1675 kg2510 kg184 mm
2.4 AT4685 mm1885 mm1710 mm2700 mmNot providedNot provided184 mm
3.5 AT4685 mm1885 mm1710 mm2700 mm1785 kg2510 kg184 mm
3.5 AT4685 mm1885 mm1710 mm2700 mm1715 kg2510 kg184 mm
2.7 AT4685 mm1885 mm1710 mm2700 mm1755 kgNot provided190 mm
2.2 AT4685 mm1885 mm1710 mm2700 mm1810 kg2510 kg184 mm
2.4 AT4685 mm1885 mm1710 mm2700 mm1675 kg2510 kg184 mm

Kia Sorento Cargo Space

SUV 5-doors — Kia Sorento Cargo Space

SUV 5-doors Kia Sorento Cargo Space
ModificationTrunk volume minTrunk volume max
2.2 MT1047 l2052 l
2.0 MT1047 l2052 l
2.0 MT1047 l2052 l
2.0 AT1047 l2052 l
2.0 AT1047 l2052 l
2.0 MT1047 l2052 l
2.0 AT1047 l2052 l
2.0 AT1047 l2052 l
2.0 MT1047 l2052 l
2.2 MT1047 l2052 l
2.2 AT1047 l2052 l
2.4 MT1047 l2052 l
2.4 MT1047 l2052 l
2.4 AT1047 l2052 l
3.5 AT1047 l2052 l
3.5 AT1047 l2052 l
2.7 AT1047 l2052 l
2.2 AT1047 l2052 l
2.4 AT1047 l2052 l

Kia Sorento Trims and Equipment

Kia Sorento trim levels sit on top of the mechanical version rather than replacing it. The 2.2 AT diesel automatic with all-wheel drive, for instance, appears in Luxe and Premium equipment configurations, which typically differ in comfort, upholstery and convenience features. Check the specification of the individual car, since equipment varied by market and model year.

Kia Sorento Trims and Equipment
ModificationBodyEquipment
2.2 MTSUV 5-doorsComfort
2.4 MTSUV 5-doorsClassic
2.2 ATSUV 5-doorsLuxe
2.2 ATSUV 5-doorsPremium
2.2 ATSUV 5-doorsPrestige
2.2 ATSUV 5-doorsPremium
2.4 ATSUV 5-doorsPremium
2.4 ATSUV 5-doorsEX