2011 Sorento | 2013 Sorento ![]() |
These are standard specifications - not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
The 2012 Kia Sorento measures 75.20 inches in width, 183.90 inches in length, and has a wheelbase of 106.30 inches. For additional safety information and testing procedures, please visit the NHTSA website.
| NHTSA Crash-Test Results | |
| 2012 Kia Sorento SUV FWD | |
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| Rollover 2 Wheel Drive | Risk of Rollover 17.8% |
| 2012 Kia Sorento SUV AWD | |
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| Rollover 4 Wheel Drive | isk of Rollover 16.8% |
2012 Kia Sorento Specifications |
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| Engine Location | Front |
| Drive Type | Front Wheel (standard), AWD |
| Body / Chassis | Steel unibody |
| Production Years for Series | 2003 - 2013 |
| Price | MSRP: $21,250-34,850 Invoice: $20,530-32,720 |
| Weight | 3605 lbs | 1635.2 kg |
| MPG City | 21 |
| MPG Highway | 29 |
Engine Type : I4 2359 cc | 144.0 cu in. | 2.4 L.
175 HP (128.8 KW) @ 6000 RPM
169 Ft-Lbs (229 NM) @ 3750 RPM
175 HP (128.8 KW) @ 6000 RPM
169 Ft-Lbs (229 NM) @ 3750 RPM
Engine Type : V6 3470 cc | 211.8 cu in. | 3.5 L.
276 HP (203.136 KW) @ 6300 RPM
248 Ft-Lbs (336 NM) @ 5000 RPM
276 HP (203.136 KW) @ 6300 RPM
248 Ft-Lbs (336 NM) @ 5000 RPM
Transmission:
6 Automatic Overdrive
6 Automatic Overdrive
| Dimensions | |
| Cargo Volume | 73 cu. ft. |
| Interior Volume | 149.40 |
| Towing Capacity | 1,650.0 lbs |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 Gal |
| Seating Capacity | 7 |
| Doors | 4 |
| Exterior | |
| Length | 183.9 in | 4671 mm. |
| Width | 75.2 in | 1910 mm. |
| Height | 67.3 in | 1709 mm. |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 2700 mm. |
| Front Track | 63.7 in | 1618 mm. |
| Rear Track | 63.8 in | 1621 mm. |
| Ground Clearance | 7.5 in | 191 mm. |
| Interior | |
| Front Row Headroom | 39.2 in | 996 mm. |
| Second Row Headroom | 39.2 in | 996 mm. |
| Third Row Headroom | 36.7 in | 932 mm. |
| Front Row Legroom | 41.3 in | 1049 mm. |
| Second Row Legroom | 37.6 in | 955 mm. |
| Third Row Legroom | 31.3 in | 795 mm. |
| Front Hip Room | 56.3 in | 1430 mm. |
| Rear Hip Room | 55.9 in | 1420 mm. |
| Front Shoulder Room | 59.3 in | 1506 mm. |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 58.7 in | 1491 mm. |
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| Suspension | |
| Suspension | Front : Independent MacPherson Struts, Coil Springs, Stabilizer bar, DFD Shocks Rear : Independent, Multi-Link, Stabilizer Bar, DFD Shocks |
| Steering | |
| Rack and Pinion, Hydraulically-Assisted | |
| Turning Circle | 35.7 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Discs |
| Front Brake Size | 11.8 in | 300 mm. |
| Rear Brake Size | 11.9 in | 302 mm. |
| Tires / Wheels | |
| Tires | 235/65R17 |
The 2012 Kia Sorento measures 75.20 inches in width, 183.90 inches in length, and has a wheelbase of 106.30 inches. For additional safety information and testing procedures, please visit the NHTSA website.
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