I had a 2004 Sorento auto and overall it was probably one of the best cars ever. In 6 years and 70000 miles nary a problem. Some did suffer transfer box issues but these were resolved by a change of oil. So I don’t expect one now would have any problems. The auto box whilst only five speed was just well matched to the car. The only thing you need to be aware of is that the rear axle supports corroded. Kia took this one on the chin and although it wasn’t a recall job any found to be affected were repaired at Kia’s cost. Check them out. I look in autotrader and am amazed at the number of Gen 1 Sorentos with relatively low miles and only one or two owners and FSH. We travelled extensively in UK and France and despite being only the 138bhp it took steep autoroute climbs and passes without any fuss.
God’s gift to caravanners 👍👍
Oh and its quite a good off road car too, with its various drive modes. I spent quite a few happy trips out on Salisbury Plain MTA and even with stock road tyres it did the business. I bought it after owning a Disco 2 TD5. No comparison. Enough said.
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