Tuesday 26 June 2012

2013 Kia Sorento REVEALED



Further to its official UK launch later in the year here we bring you the first uncovered images of the heavily revised 2013 Kia Sorento from its launch in South Korea.

Visually changes to Kia’s mid-size crossover are fairly significant. At the front there are new headlights and restyled bumpers now with vertical fog light units creating a more dynamic look. The sees the greatest changes with an all-new tailgate including number plate surround and LED light units that ape the looks of those found on Kia’s non-UK Cadenza. The exterior  is finished off with fresh alloy wheel designs and new colour options.

Under the skin expect substantial revisions to the suspension setup in a bid to improve agility and cornering whilst bringing improvements to comfort and refinement. On several occasions the camouflaged Sorentos have been spotted lapping the Nurburgring where the majority of the chassis honing has been undertaken.

Changes to the engine line-up in the UK are unlikely but minor tweaks will be made to improve fuel consumption and emissions.

The biggest updates have been made in the cabin with a heavily revised centre console, new 7-inch sat-nav screen and fresh dial arrangement. Interior quality has been ramped up with increased use of soft-touch materials and classy chrome accents, this was a noticeable disappointment with the current Sorento which was constructed of too many low-rent plastics.

Prices are unlikely to change much but more details will be revealed later in the year.

The Rob McSorley on CARS review of the current Sorento can be found HERE

IMAGES FROM CARSCOOP


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