Kia Sorento 2012 Owner's Manual

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Kia Sorento 2012 Owner's Manual

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Insurance Institute for Highway Safety1 2011 Sorento

SMOOTH AND ADAPTABLE

The Sorento features unibody construction, which helps to provide a smooth and quiet ride. Available all-wheel drive delivers optimum traction as road conditions change.

DYNAMIC PERFORMANCE

The Sorento is available with a 191-hp 2.4L Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) engine* designed to provide an exceptional combination of performance and efficiency. It delivers an outstanding 32 mpg on the highway.5

Cross over to the unexpected. Presenting the 2012 Kia world-class crossover that delivers a smooth ride and

matched by an expansive interior with spacious seating. It has the latest technological advances, including Bluetooth® wireless technology,2 an available voice-command navigation system* and UVO3* — an available in-vehicle infotainment system that lets you manage your music conveniently and enjoy hands-free use of your phone.2 Like all Kia models, the Sorento comes with an industry-leading 10-year/100,000-mile warranty program.4

V6 POWER

For maximum performance, the Sorento is available with a 3.5L, 276-hp engine. It offers the benefits of V6 performance combined with impressive fuel efficiency of 20 city/26 highway mpg.5

ROOM FOR ALL

Remarkable spaciousness is just the beginning. Split-folding second-row seats and available split-folding third-row seats* combine to provide roominess and versatility.

PEACE OF MIND

The Sorento features a full range of advanced active and passive safety systems. These include six airbags, front active headrests, a Traction Control System (TCS) and Electronic Stability Control (ESC).

SX STYLING

SX models have their own striking styling. Unique exterior design includes stainless-steel front and rear accent plates, body-color bumpers and a lower stance.

BUILT IN THE USA

The Sorento is the first vehicle to be built at Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia — a $1 billion plant capable of producing 300,000 vehicles per year for the North American market.

†Assembled in the United States from U.S. and globally sourced parts.  1, 2, 3, 4, 5, * See Features and Specifications pages for availability and endnotes. *Not all optional features are available on all trims.  EX V6 WITH LIMITED PACKAGE SHOWN.

If all you see is a spacious cabin, look closer. The expansive interior of the Sorento has remarkable headand legroom, and with available split-folding third-row seats, there’s room for up to seven passengers. You’ll also appreciate the Sorento for its fine craftsmanship and available features. These include an eight-way power adjustable driver’s seat with lumbar support,* memory driver’s seat and mirrors,* an air-cooled driver’s seat,* four-way power front passenger’s seat* and an ionized air-filtration system* that provides purified air. SX models have standard leather-trimmed seats, stainlesssteel pedals and a stitched dash visor.

*See Features pages for availability. Not all optional features are available on all trims. EX V6 WITH LIMITED PACKAGE SHOWN.

Room for extras — like plenty of sunshine. As a crossover, is the definition of versatility. With comfortable seating

designed storage spaces, it’s perfect for running errands around town. When you’re lucky enough to get away for the weekend, the Sorento has the flexibility to answer the call. Its second-row seats have a 60/40 split-folding design to accommodate extra passengers, cargo or both, while available third-row seats are 50/50 split-folding. Both the secondrow and available third-row seats quickly and conveniently fold down to provide a remarkable 72.5 cubic feet of cargo space. A dramatically designed, tilt-and-slide panoramic sunroof* that’s available extends along the length of the roof and allows the interior to be filled with sunshine.

SPLIT-FOLDING

SECOND & THIRD ROWS

CONCEALED STORAGE

THIRD-ROW SEATS

SPLIT-FOLDED

A spacious compartment hidden

The available third-row seats

The split-folding design of both the

beneath the cargo floor helps you

fold down for increased cargo

secondand available third-row seats

manage cargo-area clutter. An

area, or split-fold to carry an

gives the versatility to carry longer

available removable tray* keeps

extra passenger and cargo.6

items as well as passengers.6

any loose items neatly organized.

CONVENIENT CONSOLE

Along with dual cup holders, the center console features a large bin that keeps personal items close at hand. The lid serves as a comfortable armrest.

6, * See Features and Specifications pages for availability and endnotes. *Not all optional features are available on all trims.  EX V6 WITH LIMITED PACKAGE SHOWN.

Proof that technology is your friend. The Sorento has advanced technology designed to provide convenient operation and enhance your audio entertainment. Available features include a back-up warning system,7 SiriusXM Traffic™8* for advance notice about traffic jams, a Smart Key* that lets you unlock the door and start the engine with the key in your pocket, and a premium Infinity®9 audio system.* The Sorento also lets you enjoy streaming audio when using a Bluetooth®2 wireless technology-enabled device.

HEATED FRONT SEATS

The available heated driver’s and front passenger’s seats help take the chill off a cold morning. Heating occurs even before the engine has completely warmed up.

PUSH-BUTTON START*

The available Smart Key remote is very convenient. Even with it tucked in a pocket or purse, you can start or stop the engine at the push of a button or lock and unlock doors from the outside.

BACK-UP WARNING SYSTEM

An available sonar sensor system is concealed in the rear bumper. It activates a distinct audible warning when it detects certain objects behind your vehicle that you might not be able to see.7

POWER-FOLDING MIRRORS*

A door-mounted switch or remote fob lets you conveniently control the available power-folding side mirrors. They tuck in close to the vehicle’s body for easy parking in your garage or in tight spaces.

AIR-COOLED SEAT*

The available air-cooled driver’s seat features perforations that allow air to circulate. For optimum comfort, choose from multiple air-flow settings.

HIGH-TECH SEAT FABRIC

Cloth seating features YES Essentials®10 fabric, an advanced material designed for comfort and durability. The fabric resists stains, minimizes static shock and reduces odors.

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