Big Changes Below, But Just A Little Off The Top It happens all the time. Three or four years into an automobile's lifecycle, the manufacturer goes back to the drawing board, making what it hopes are vital improvements to keep its product at the top of the sales charts. It's true of the vehicle we're discussing today, the 2014 Kia Sorento, but unlike many midlife facelifts, most of what's new here can't be seen with the naked eye. Yes, there are the normal changes to the front and rear fascias, and a few nips and tucks here and there to improve the crossover's outward appearance. ... Read More

Vital Stats

Engine:: 3.3L V6
Power:: 290 HP / 252 LB-FT
Transmission:: 6-Speed Automatic
MSRP:: $31,700 (base)

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Spy Shots: Facelifted Kia Sorento even getting in on the 'Ring thing 1339702260

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