Youtube channel savagegeese offers a detailed review of the 2022 Kia Sorento, one of Kia's three-row, family friendly vehicle options. The video includes thoughts on the design, performance, space, and overall items to consider if you are in the market for a three-row SUV.
2022 Kia Sorento Review
The reviewer goes into detail on Kia's entry-level 3-row crossover SUV, which, he states, manages to do a lot with its midsize package. As one of the smaller three-row SUVs for sale, one of the Sorento's major advantages over its competitors is the generous cargo space that it offers, particularly when the second and third row seats are down. When all rows are up, the Sorento's rear cargo space offers little room. For someone who uses the third row regularly, Kia's larger Carnival may prove to be a more suitable option.
The Sorento has comfortable second row captain's chairs and their comfort translates to both the front driver and passenger seats. The front seats also offer heated and cooling options as well as a wide array of adjustable configurations for seating positions. One limitation the car does have is the limited cubbies within the interior to store larger items while traveling.
Driving The 2022 Sorento
The driving portion of the review takes the Sorento out on a two-lane road from the driver's seat. The visibility is strong thanks to a large amount of glass and a sunroof that give the car an airy feel. The Sorento features a mix of physical and touch screen controls for infotainment and the HVAC controls as well as a Bose sound system. One drawback to the interior is the large amount of piano black accents throughout the interior, which could prove problematic to keep clean for controls used frequently or drivers who have kids regularly in the car.
The 2022 Kia Sorento has an all-new drivetrain as well as the availability of a plug-in hybrid option. Unfortunately, that is not the model that the review covers. The Sorento features an on-demand all-wheel drive system, which the reviewer strongly recommends though the Sorento can also be had in front-wheel drive. This Sorento has a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine and dual clutch transmission. Overall, the Sorento manages to do a decent job with handling and power as well as eliminating road noise and imperfections in the pavement, particularly for a vehicle at its price point. The reviewer comments that the Sorento is plenty capable for the average driver and the safety features are impressive. Overall, while the Sorento may not be the most engaging vehicle to drive, for someone who needs a 3-row SUV that offers quite a bit for the money, the Sortento may be a good option to consider. It is also mentioned that it offers one of the best warranties of any 3-row SUV on the market, rivaled by few other brands other than Hyundai and Mitsubishi's 3-row Outlander SUV.