The new 2013 Kia Sorento goes on sale in Ireland this week. Powered by an improved and more economical 2.2 197ps diesel engine, both trim levels available Ireland will be fitted with All Wheel Drive as standard .The Sorento is a 7 seater with the EX model priced at €37,990 and the Platinum model at € 41,790 .
The EX entry level model features AWD as standard and also comes with a generous level of comfort and safety equipment .Standard on the EX are 17” Alloys. Roof rack ,parking sensors ,climate control front ,manual heating/air con in the rear and Bluetooth .
The major spec differences on the Platinum model are Panoramic Sunroof, Leather Upholstery with heated front seats ,driver’s seat with 6 way power adjustment, rain sensor, rear privacy glass, reversing camera and HID ( High Intensity Discharge Lamps )
The upgraded Kia Sorento SUV incorporates significant changes, including a re-engineered body shell, an improved R2.2.diesel engine for better fuel economy with lower emissions, improved ride, handling and refinement, additional high-tech convenience and safety features, plus a fresh, new look for the exterior.
“During the last decade, the Sorento has earned widespread regard with Irish and European drivers . Kia has listened to customers all over Europe and our engineering and design teams have responded in creating the upgraded Sorento, The result is a new Kia model, which is not just a cosmetic exercise but represents a major step forwards for our popular SUV, which is sure to bring back existing Sorento customers and competitive owners who are becoming increasingly aware of the design ,engineering and quality that Kia offers ,” commented James Brooks Managing Director of Kia Motors Ireland .
“On a more practical level we are delighted to be offering a D segment 7 seater SUV that comes with AWD drive as standard at a very competitive price, unlike our major competitor in this segment where AWD is only available on higher trim models,” he added.
