2005
Kia Sorento

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$23,700
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Available trims

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  • 4dr LX Manual
    Starts at
    $18,995
    16 City / 20 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr LX 4WD Manual
    Starts at
    $20,900
    16 City / 20 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr LX Auto
    Starts at
    $21,700
    16 City / 22 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr LX 4WD Auto
    Starts at
    $23,700
    15 City / 20 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr EX Auto
    Starts at
    $24,100
    16 City / 22 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr EX 4WD Auto
    Starts at
    $25,995
    15 City / 20 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

192-hp, 3.5-liter V-6
Two 4WD systems available
New five-speed automatic
Body-on-frame construction
Side-curtain airbags

The good & the bad

The good

Price and value
Easy and enjoyable to drive
Offroad capability
Handling
Seat comfort

The bad

Ride quality
Unproven reliability
Engine noise
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Safety review

Based on the 2005 Kia Sorento base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Frontal driver
4/5
Frontal passenger
4/5
Side driver
5/5
Side rear passenger
5/5

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
5 years / 60,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years / 100,000 miles
Powertrain
10 years / 100,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
5 years

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
6 years or newer / less than 80,000 miles
Basic
12 months / 12,000 miles
Dealer certification
165-point inspection
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Consumer reviews

71% of drivers recommend this car
3.8 / 5
Based on 31 reviews
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Comfort 4.0
Interior 4.1
Performance 3.8
Value 3.9
Exterior 4.1
Reliability 3.8

Most recent

By GodsChild from Fayetteville
Owns this car
January 2, 2020

Most unreliable car I ever owned

This vehicle looked good in side and out and was comfortable. Mechanically, Problem after problem. Will never by anything else there. Great service at first but nasty when we addressed the problems.
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does not recommend this car
Comfort 1.0
Interior 3.0
Performance 1.0
Value 2.0
Exterior 2.0
Reliability 1.0
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By HayBale from Corvallis, OR
Owns this car
October 16, 2019

Very reliable and roomy vehicle

This car met all of my needs, and allowed me to move across the country with a large carload of stuff! Great for adventures, I enjoy lugging kayaks and paddleboards around on the roof rack. Also enjoy the tow hitch for carrying my bikes around. Very reliable, and the turbo boost is great for speeding around slow cars when passing.
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 5.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2005 Kia Sorento?

The 2005 Kia Sorento is available in 2 trim levels:

  • EX (2 styles)
  • LX (4 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2005 Kia Sorento?

The 2005 Kia Sorento offers up to 16 MPG in city driving and 20 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2005 Kia Sorento reliable?

The 2005 Kia Sorento has an average reliability rating of 3.8 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2005 Kia Sorento owners.

Is the 2005 Kia Sorento a good SUV?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2005 Kia Sorento. 71.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

3.8 / 5
Based on 31 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.0
  • Interior: 4.1
  • Performance: 3.8
  • Value: 3.9
  • Exterior: 4.1
  • Reliability: 3.8

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