2017 Kia Sorento

The Kia Sorento was given a major redesign last year; hence we primarily see minor detail upgrades and subtle design enhancements throughout the body for 2017. The snubbiness of the front fascia (lessened a bit this year due to the slight body stretch) is nicely highlighted by Kia’s distinctive tiger nose. The lengthened body looks sleeker and more aerodynamic than last years rendition and offers more interior space.

Available Nappa leather and well cushioned 14-way adjustable seats offer a comfortable, classy environment. The 2017 Sorento can be had with seating for five or seven. Kia has a solid reputation for interiors that feel more luxurious than you'd think, and this SUV in particular greatly benefits from its modish dash and interior design. Now, the cargo space behind the third row may seem limited considering how much bigger the Sorento is; but the seats easily fold down and offer plenty of room for larger items, and the hidden rear subfloor further increases the spaciousness.

The 2017 Sorento is available in four main trims, plus derivatives. As one would expect, the base model is quite the value; equipped with keyless entry, cruise control, stain-resistant cloth upholstery and basic AM/FM/CD audio system with Bluetooth connectivity and a USB input. The LX model however offers the most bang for your buck, adding a rearview camera, sound-deadening windshield, touch-screen audio display, and the ability to add more amenities via packages and the option of all-wheel drive. The Sorento's standard safety features include airbags all around and a slew of traction and stability-control systems.

The 2017 Sorento offers an automatic transmission coupled with its standard 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine. This pair produces 185 horsepower, and is capable of towing up to 2,000 pounds. Other available engines include a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder that produces 240 horsepower and the most potent of the available engines- a 3.3-liter V6 that puts out 290 horsepower.

The 2017 Kia Sorento starts with a MSRP just over $26,000, but the $27,599 LX model is worth the extra money thanks to additional features and available options, and that's still lower than many SUV competitors currently in the market. Schedule a test drive with us here or sign up to receive additional information on the new Sorento.