2008 Kia Sorento LX

Exterior Features

• Skid Plate(s)
• Rear Trunk/Liftgate: Liftgate

Comfort Features

• Armrests: Rear Folding

Air Conditioning

• Front Air Conditioning Zones: Single
• Rear Vents: Second Row
• Front Air Conditioning

Convenience Features

• Cupholders: Front
• Steering Wheel: Tilt
• Center Console: Front Console With Storage
• Power Outlet(s): 12V Cargo Area
• One-Touch Windows: 1
• Cargo Cover: Retractable
• Reading Lights: Front
• Power Steering: Variable/Speed-proportional
• Power Outlet(s): 12V Rear
• Cargo Area Light
• Cruise Control
• Multi-Function Remote: Keyless Entry
• Overhead Console: Front
• Vanity Mirrors: Dual Illuminating
• Power Outlet(s): 12V Front
• Steering Wheel Mounted Controls: Cruise Control
• Storage: Organizer
• Storage: Cargo Tie-Down Anchors And Hooks
• Storage: Door Pockets
• Cupholders: Rear

Suspension

• Front Suspension Classification: Independent
• Rear Suspension Classification: Independent
• Front Suspension Type: Double Wishbone
• Rear Suspension Type: Multi-Link
• Rear Spring Type: Coil
• Front Stabilizer Bar
• Rear Stabilizer Bar
• Front Spring Type: Coil
• Rear Shock Type: Gas
• Front Shock Type: Gas
• Front Struts

Brakes

• Rear Brake Type: Ventilated Disc
• Rear Brake Diameter: 12.4
• Front Brake Diameter: 11.8
• Front Brake Type: Ventilated Disc
• Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
• ABS: 4-Wheel

Drivetrain

• 4WD Type: Part Time
• 4WD Selector: Electronic Hi-Lo
• Limited Slip Differential: Rear
• Axle Ratio: 3.33

Stability and Traction

• Stability Control
• Traction Control

Towing and Hauling

• Tow Hooks: Front
• Tow Hooks: Rear

Audio System

• Antenna Type: Mast
• In-Dash CD: Single Disc
• In-Dash CD: MP3 Playback
• Total Speakers: 10
• Radio: AM/FM

Instrumentation

• Clock
• Gauge: Tachometer
• Warnings And Reminders: Low Fuel Level

Lights

• Headlights: Auto Delay Off

Tires and Rims

• Spare Tire Size: Full-Size Matching
• Tire Type: All Season
• Spare Tire Mount Location: Underbody
• Tire Prefix: P
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System
• Spare Wheel Type: Aluminum Alloy

Roof

• Roof Rack Crossbars: Black

Windows

• Rear Wiper: Intermittent
• Window Defogger: Rear
• Power Windows
• Front Wipers: Variable Intermittent
• Rear Privacy Glass

Safety

• Child Seat Anchors
• Active Head Restraints: Dual Front
• Child Safety Door Locks

Airbags

• Knee Airbags: Driver
• Front Airbags: Dual
• Side Curtain Airbags: Front
• Side Curtain Airbags: Rear

Mirrors

• Side Mirrors: Driver Side Only Heated
• Side Mirror Adjustments: Power
• Side Mirrors: Heated

Security

• Power Door Locks

Seats

• Driver Seat Manual Adjustments: Height
• Rear Headrests: 3
• Driver Seat Manual Adjustments: 8
• Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments: 4
• Rear Seat Folding: Split
• Front Headrests: 2
• Front Seat Type: Bucket
• Upholstery: Cloth
• Rear Seat Type: 40-60 Split Bench
• Driver Seat Manual Adjustments: Lumbar
• Rear Headrests: Adjustable

Seatbelts

• Rear Seatbelts: Center 3-Point
• Seatbelt Pretensioners: Front
• Seatbelt Force Limiters: Front

The 2008 Kia Sorento sports a new, 3.3-liter V-6 engine in the LX trim model that produces 242 horsepower, 228 lb.-ft. of torque along with a 3,500-pound towing capacity and standard safety features. The 2008 Sorento trim models include the LX and EX.

An authentic sport utility vehicle, the Sorento features body-on-frame construction with nine crossmembers, a double wishbone front suspension and a five-link solid rear axle. A long wheelbase and wide track provide a comfortable ride and excellent stability in all driving situations, while the short front and rear body overhangs enhance off-roading.

Kia Sorento is available in both two-wheel- and four-wheel-drive configurations. The two-wheel-drive version directs power to the rear wheels, while the 4WD includes a part-time or Torque-on-Demand automatic full-time four-wheel-drive system.

There are no interior or exterior changes for the 2008 Kia Sorento. Standard comfort and convenience features on all but the price leader model include air conditioning, power windows/door locks/heated mirrors, cruise control, 10-speaker AM/FM/CD/MP3 audio system, full overhead console with sunglass storage, map lights and garage door opener pocket, four 12V power outlets, eight-way adjustable driver's seat, 60/40 split flip-and-fold rear seats, rear privacy glass, cargo cover, roof rails and keyless entry with alarm.