2008 Kia Sorento

A Smarter and better 2008 Kia Sorento

The ravishing new 2008 Kia Sorento is a mid size sport utility vehicle, a compact SUV was the first ever attempt made by Korean automaker, its lesser than 182 inches long, the interiors of the new vehicles are very close in measurement to a mid size SUV like a Toyota Highlander, 4Runner, etc. The 2008 model is a V-6 engine having a base of LX Sorento. The Rear wheel drive vehicle is standard and is available in 2 types of 4-wheel drive.

The attractive exterior of the new Kia Sorento looks very much similar to Kia’s smaller Sportage SUV. The common features between the 2 models are the style, narrow air dam, multi-sat grille, larger headlights with orange borders. The LX and EX models have 16 inches wheels and you also get an option of 17 inch wheels. The new Sorento EX model has fog lights, the luxury package has trimmed door handles made in chrome.

The interior of the new model are quite impressive with a dashboard which is updated with audio and climate control systems, also added up are instrument gauges. The LX series of the machine has standard power accessories, entertainment system includes 10 speaker CD audio system, remote keyless entry, etc. the increase in trim levels gives more facilities and luxuries added to the vehicle, the EX series luxury package includes dual zone automatic climate control feature with the leather upholstery and also a moonroof which make it look a real luxury cars. the rear seats of the car can be folded in 60/40 split. The volume of the cargo at the behind seats measures 31.7 cubic feet.

The LX model for 2008 comes with 3.8 liter V-6 engine generating 262 horsepower rating and 260 pounds of torque which is way beyond 3.5 liter V-6 produces 192 horsepower and also 217 pounds feet of torque. These are the standard models available in LX series for 2008. The rear wheel drive is standard and four wheel drive comes optional. The EX luxury package includes Kia’s torque on demand system. The Torque-on-demand is helpful during wheel slippage as it automatically transfers the power. The towing capacity of the new model stands at 5,000 pounds fully equipped.

The safety features for the new models includes 4 wheel disc antilock brakes that are standard, it also features an electronic stability system and front head restraints. In case of accidents, it has side curtain airbags which covers the interior, it also has a knee airbag underneath and the steering wheel is for preventing drivers from sliding under the seat belt in case of collisions.