Every Kia is different. Here are the specifications for the 2012 Kia Sorento LX 4dr SUV (I4 GDI). Drivers can compare these details to find the right SUV.

Mileage

The average miles per gallon for this SUV varies based on where the majority of the driving takes place. In the city, the SUV gets 21 on average and 29 on average.

Trim Levels

Trim levels are different versions of a specific vehicle that are available. Usually, a vehicle will have a standard trim level, as well as trim options available for an additional cost. The 2012 Kia Sorento LX 4dr SUV (I4 GDI) can be purchased in 12 trim levels, which include 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 Specs

The engine on the 2012 Kia Sorento LX 4dr SUV (I4 GDI) is a Internal Combustion.

Drivetrain Details

The drivetrain powers the engine’s wheels and makes forward momentum possible. One type of drivetrain is front-wheel drive, which means that engine power is directed to the front wheels. Similarly, rear-wheel drive means power is directed toward 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 better traction is necessary. Drivers of the 2012 Kia Sorento LX 4dr SUV (I4 GDI) are equipped with FWD.

Transmission Details

Transmissions are available as automatic transmissions, manual transmissions, continuously variable transmissions, and automated manual or direct shift gearbox transmissions. This specific SUV has a A transmission.

Styling Details

The outside or exterior of the 2012 Kia Sorento LX 4dr SUV (I4 GDI) can be purchased in the following styles: Snow White Pearl, White Sand Beige, Bright Silver, Titanium Silver, Ebony Black, Dark Cherry, Tuscan Olive, Satin Metal, Pacific Blue and Baltic Blue. Likewise, the interior can be purchased in Gray, Beige and Black.

Seating Capacity

This vehicle can seat as many as 7.

Vehicle Length

SUVs are generally longer than sedans, which can offer improved safety in a wreck. The 2012 Kia Sorento LX 4dr SUV (I4 GDI) has this vehicle length: 183.90.

Cargo Details

The 2012 Kia Sorento LX 4dr SUV (I4 GDI) has 9.10 cubic feet of cargo space.

Steering Details

A well-made steering system allows for better control over vehicles. This is especially important with bigger vehicles, including SUVs. This Kia features a variable/speed-proportional steering system.

Interior

There are 2 rows of seating.

Towing Details

Towing power varies greatly from one SUV to the next. On the 2012 Kia Sorento LX 4dr SUV (I4 GDI), drivers can tow with both a weight distributing hitch and a dead weight hitch. The maximum towing capacity is 1650 pounds.

Pricing Details

SUVs are available at vastly different price points. For this particular one, the MSRP is $23,150.