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Kia Sorento II (2009–2014)

4.0/5
Reliability score Good
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Most reported affected parts

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Air conditioning
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Clutch
1 reports
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Interior rattles / noises
1 reports
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Starter motor
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Vibrations
1 reports

Engine reliability summary

Petrol

Engine Score Reports Common issues
2.4 16V MPI (174 Hp) 4WD (G4KE) No reports 0 No issues reported
2.4 16V MPI (174 Hp) 4WD Automatic (G4KE) No reports 0 No issues reported
2.4 4WD (140 Hp) Automatic No reports 0 No issues reported
2.4 4WD (175 Hp) No reports 0 No issues reported
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2.4 4WD (175 Hp) Automatic No reports 0 No issues reported
2.4i 16V GDi (192 Hp) 4WD (G4KJ) No reports 0 No issues reported
2.4i 16V GDi (192 Hp) 4WD Automatic (G4KJ) No reports 0 No issues reported
3.5 V6 CVVT (276 Hp) AWD Sportmatic (G6DC) No reports 0 No issues reported
3.5 V6 CVVT (276 Hp) Sportmatic (G6DC) No reports 0 No issues reported

Diesel

Engine Score Reports Common issues
2.0 CRDi (150 Hp) 4WD (D4HA) No reports 0 No issues reported
2.0D 16V CRDi (150 Hp) 4WD (D4HA) No reports 0 No issues reported
2.2 CRDi (197 Hp) 4WD (D4HB) 4.0 1 Air conditioning, Clutch, Interior rattles / noises
2.2 CRDi (197 Hp) 4WD Automatic (D4HB) 4.0 1 Flywheel, Suspension / shock absorbers
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2.2D 16V CRDi (197 Hp) 4WD (D4HB) No reports 0 No issues reported
2.2D 16V CRDi (197 Hp) 4WD Automatic (D4HB) No reports 0 No issues reported

Owner reviews

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Sorento II

It's not an ML, which was my previous car. But it has its advantages. The ML 3.5 petrol burned 16-18 L/100km, while the Kia 8.5L diesel. It's quite well-equipped. I miss the electric tailgate opening with the remote. Convenience. It supposedly parks itself, though I've never used it. Lots of parking sensors and a camera. Never used them and probably won't. Ventilated seats. Rear seatback adjustment. And many other additions. And cheap parts. It has its pluses. I don't regret the purchase. It drives, turns, and brakes. It's okay. I think.

Pros: Excellent fuel economy (8.5L/100km diesel), Well-equipped interior, Very good comfort features, Affordable spare parts
Cons: Electric tailgate not remote-controlled, Self-parking feature unused (potentially complex)
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Kia Sorento II 2.2 CRDi (197 Hp) 4WD SUV 155,000 km

Problem: Air Conditioning

Engine runs like clockwork at 155,000 miles with instant startup. Very few vibrations for a diesel. Doesn't hesitate to tow. Heated and electric seats. Dual-zone climate control, everything is easily accessible in the engine bay (filters, bulbs...). Significantly more comfortable to drive than previous vehicles. Quite reliable.

Pros: Engine runs like clockwork at 155,000 miles, starts instantly., Very few vibrations for a diesel., Doesn't hesitate to tow., Heated and electric seats., Dual-zone climate control., Easily accessible engine bay components (filters, bulbs) compared to previous cars., Very comfortable to drive., Quite reliable.
Cons: Old-generation diesel engine, not a powerhouse, questions about the 197hp., The vehicle drives best below 2000 RPM., Clutch and dual-mass flywheel replaced at 144,000 km (common issue with 2.2 CRDI)., Oil pan gasket leaked at 155,000 km after oil change; repair cost €200 with new oil change.
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Kia Sorento II 2.2 CRDi (197 Hp) 4WD Automatic SUV 220,000 km

Issue: Flywheel Housing

Reliability: At 220,000 km, we replaced the front wishbones (worn ball joints), the flywheel housing (cruise control buttons stopped working), and that's it! Space: I am tall and my children are too (+1.80m). This is the only vehicle we found at a reasonable price that met our space requirements. Plus, we have a large dog crate that doesn't fit in all trunks. Power:

Pros: Incredible reliability: At 220,000 km, we replaced the front wishbones (worn ball joints), the flywheel housing (cruise control buttons stopped working), and that's it! Space...
Cons: Comfort: for long journeys, we would have liked adjustable or even air suspension. Parking: we would have liked a front camera in addition to the rear one. With its large size,..., Flywheel housing: replaced around 100,000 km. Cruise control buttons stopped working ($500?). Front suspension wishbones: the right-side ball joints were shot ($800?).

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