The Kia Sorento is the Korean brand’s largest offering. Redesigned for 2011, the Sorento is largely carryover for 2012, but The Garage was eager to see what the buzz was about surrounding this American made three-row crossover. We have been impressed with Kia’s latest offerings, but does the Sorento have what it takes to compete in the hyper-competitive crossover market? Read on to find out.
The Sorento certainly looks the part. The handsome, contemporary lines give the Sorento a smart appearance, but blur your eyes a bit and it’s just another crossover. While I thought our test car’s Dark Cherry finish gave the Sorento a rich look, the chrome alloys looked cheesy and cheapened the look of what is a pretty sophisticated styled crossover. Also, the front and rear end of the Sorento feature stainless looking trim which looks upscale, but in side profile, the Sorento’s high beltline leaves a huge expanse of sheetmetal with nothing to break it up, or add visual interest. With so much going for it, the Sorento is just a few minor design tweaks from looking like a crossover costing thousands more. Read more [ via : thegarageblog ]
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