Kia
Sorento
2012
About
2012 Kia Sorento
Reviewing the specifics of an SUV can help buyers make an informed choice about whether or not it is the correct option for them.
Mileage
The average miles per gallon for city driving for the 2012 Kia Sorento Base 4dr SUV is 20. On the highway, the average is 27.
Trim Packages
Trim levels or trim packages are specialized versions of a specific SUV. They may include unique features and/or equipment that does not come standard. The 2012 Kia Sorento Base 4dr SUV offers 12trim levels, and they are the AWD EX 4dr SUV, AWD EX 4dr SUV (I4 GDI), AWD LX 4dr SUV, AWD LX 4dr SUV (V6), AWD SX 4dr SUV, Base 4dr SUV, EX 4dr SUV, EX 4dr SUV (I4 GDI), LX 4dr SUV, LX 4dr SUV (I4 GDI), LX 4dr SUV (V6), SX 4dr SUV.
Engine Specifications
Engines come in three basic categories. The 2012 Kia Sorento Base 4dr SUV utilizes a Internal Combustion.
Drivetrain Specs
The drivetrain sends power to the engine’s wheels and makes forward momentum possible. One kind of drivetrain is front-wheel drive, which means that engine power is directed to the front wheels. Likewise, rear-wheel drive means power is directed at the back wheels. Four-wheel drive is when power is sent to all wheels but when a rear-wheel drive feature is also available as needed. With all-wheel drive, the wheels will either always have engine power or will only have engine power when increased traction is needed. Drivers of the 2012 Kia Sorento Base 4dr SUV are equipped with FWD.
Transmission Details
The transmission impacts how an SUV operates and shifts between gears. With an automatic transmission, shifting occurs without necessary driver engagement. Manual transmissions require the driver to change gears. Continuously variable transmissions, which do not use gears, and direct shift gearbox transmissions, which feature manual controls but an automatic clutch, are also common choices. This sport utility vehicle has a M transmission.
Styling
Interior options for this Kia are as follows:Gray, while the exterior options are Bright Silver and Ebony Black.
Interior Specs
In the 2012 Kia Sorento Base 4dr SUV as many as 5 passengers can be seated.
Length of Vehicle
Bigger SUVs may fare better in a collision than lighter ones. This Kia has a vehicle length of 183.90.
Cargo Specifics
The 2012 Kia Sorento Base 4dr SUV has 9.10 cubic feet of cargo space.
Interior
The 2012 Kia Sorento Base 4dr SUV has 2 rows of seating.
Towing Details
Towing power varies largely from one sport utility vehicle to the next. On the 2012 Kia Sorento Base 4dr SUV, drivers can tow with both a weight distributing hitch and a dead weight hitch. The maximum towing capacity is 1650 pounds.
Cost
The manufacturer’s suggested retail price for this vehicle is $21,250.
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