Kia Sorento I (2002–2006)

The Kia Sorento I was offered with 4 engine versions (2 gasoline, 2 diesel), from 139 to 195 hp, built 2002–2006.

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Production years2002–2006
Body styleOff-road vehicle
Doors5
Length179.8 in (4,567 mm)
Width73.1 in (1,857 mm)
Height68.1 in (1,730 mm)
Cargo volume31.4 cu ft (890 l)
Fuel tank21.1 gal (80 l)

All Kia Sorento I engines

EngineYearsFuelPowerTorque0–62 mphTop speedCombinedDrive
2.4 i 16V (139 hp)2002–2006Gasoline139 hp (102 kW)142 lb-ft (192 Nm)13.4 s104 mph (168 km/h)All-wheel drive (4x4)
2.5 DCR (140 hp)2002–2006Diesel140 hp (103 kW)232 lb-ft (314 Nm)14.6 s106 mph (170 km/h)All-wheel drive (4x4)
2.5 DCR (140 hp) Automatic2002–2006Diesel140 hp (103 kW)232 lb-ft (314 Nm)15.5 s104 mph (167 km/h)All-wheel drive (4x4)
3.5 i V6 24V (195 hp)2002–2006Gasoline195 hp (143 kW)221 lb-ft (300 Nm)10.2 s119 mph (192 km/h)All-wheel drive (4x4)

Figures are the manufacturer's, mostly for the European versions, and can vary with equipment. Fuel economy is converted from the European test (l/100 km) to US mpg, so it reads higher than an EPA rating. Engines with a link have their own spec sheet.

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