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2014 Kia Sorento Test

The second generation of the popular Kia crossover comes with 80% of parts modified or completely new. Priorities for 2014 Sorento were functionality, driving dynamics and a fresh and modern design.

Outside the new KIA Sorento is recognized as such, but details of the new integrated image of Kia as its new grille, headlamps with standard LED headlights and fog lamps are now horizontal. In addition, Kia installed new lightweight wheels 17, 18 and 19 inch alloy manufactured, wider and with new designs.

The rear received new slimmer headlights and LED technology. Likewise, we found that the reflectors rotated from a horizontal to. We also see that the removed edge of the central gate chrome and chrome included a baffle in the lower bumper.

Inside are better materials and a design significantly more attractive relative to the previous generation. The central display has 8-inch color graphics and very modern. The buttons have a texture and quite pleasant to touch, in addition to looking good.

Interior

There are chrome accents on various parts of the interior, but not abused them. Natural light interior is the best thanks in part to the large panoramic sunroof. The visibility for the driver and passengers is excellent, because the engineers reduced the size of the "Pillar A" and could raise the seating position.

Kia offers two engine options for the new 2014 Sorento. The base engine is the same 2.4-liter GDI four-cylinder with direct injection of the previous generation. This can produce up to 191 horsepower and 181 pounds of torque.

The optional engine is the new 3.3-liter V6 GDI. This is able to develop up to 290 horsepower and 252 pounds of torque.

No matter the version and model chosen, all 2014 Sorento bear a 6-speed automatic transmission, which can be operated through a more ergonomic shifter. Also replaced the hydraulic steering system Electric Motor Driven Power Steering, which helps improve the feel on the steering wheel and helps in reducing vehicle weight. New for this year is FlexSteer system, which offers the driver three ways to address: Comfort, Normal and Sport.

The new 2014 Kia Sorento is the first family to offer the system blind spot detection. This continuously monitors traffic around the vehicle and when it detects danger, it warns the driver via visual elements.

The driving experience of the new 2014 Kia Sorento is great. Noise levels in the cabin are very low while driving on the highway. The torsion rigidity of this utilitarian increased 18% thanks to the use of harder materials, improving maneuverability and safety before impact crashes. Also, got a new suspension that improves stability and cornering.

Basic models have front-wheel drive, but it is available a new AWD system, similar to that seen in the Subaru Forester with Cornering Torque Vectoring System.

Kia has definitely differentiated from other manufacturers by surprise with technology and accessories which were absent in the segments in which it participates. The KIA Sorento not only find details above, but we can not fail to mention the heating and cooling for the seats, steering wheel heating, application for contact with the vehicle via iPhone and Smartphones, upgraded cloth interior, new leather Napa, new sound system Infinity Logic 7 with 12 speakers and 550 watts.

If you are interested in a utilitarian comfortable, practical and a great value, the new Kia Sorento definitely 2014 should be on your list of options.