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Compare 2003 Kia Sorento specifications by trim levels

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Sorento is a 5-seat SUV from Kia, which first hit the market back in 2003.

With the price tag ranging from $19,995 to $24,700, the Kia Sorento faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals like Dodge Durango.

Overview

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Bulb Size

The Kia Sorento has a maximum towing capacity of 3500 lbs, but double check that this applies to the configuration you want.

The Kia Sorento boasts the average fuel economy anywhere from 18 to 20 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.

The maximum width and height is 74.20mm x 179.80mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.

Key Specs of 2003 Kia Sorento

  • Fuel Tank: 21.1 gal

  • Wheelbase: 106.7 in

  • MPG: 15 city/20 hwy

  • 0-60 mph: 9 sec

  • Towing: 3500 lbs

  • Towing capacity: 3500 lbs

  • Curb: 4057 lbs

  • Tires: P245/70HR16.0 BSW AS

  • Cargo: 31.4 cu.ft

  • Passenger capacity: 5

  • Dimensions(LxWxH): 179.8 x 73.3 x 68.1



2003 Kia Sorento Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures

The Kia Sorento is offered in 4 trim levels. Compare the trim levels to ensure you will have the desired features and will not pay for the unnecessary upgrades

Our comprehensive charts with interior and exterior specs are also designed to give you thorough details about Kia Sorento safety features and entertainment system, technical aspects, and so on.

Compare the Kia Sorento specifications & features by choosing the necessary trim level & year of manufacture.

Specs

    • Main Info

    • Body Style SUV

    • Doors 4

    • Engine

    • Horsepower 192 hp @ 5500

    • Torque 217 lb-ft.

    • 0-60mph / 0-100kmh 8.8 - 9 sec

    • 1/4 mile time 16.4 - 16.7 sec

    • Dimensions

    • Length 179.8 in

    • Width 73.3 in

    • Height 68.1 in

    • Wheelbase 106.7 in

    • Curb Weight 4057 lbs

    • GVWR 5423 lbs

    • Towing capacity 3500 lbs

    • Turning radius 18.2 ft

    • CAPACITY

    • Seats 5

    • Passenger volume 107

    • FUEL

    • Fuel tank 21.1 gal

    • City 15 mpg

    • Combined 17 - 18 mpg

    • Highway 18 - 20 mpg

    • Highway range 379.8 - 422 mi



Specifications

LX 4x2 Sport Utility

EX 4x2 Sport Utility

LX 4x4 Sport Utility

EX 4x4 Sport Utility
Exterior length
179.80 in 179.80 in 179.80 in 179.80 in
Exterior body width
73.30 in 74.20 in 73.30 in 74.20 in
Exterior height
68.10 in 71.30 in 68.10 in 71.30 in
Horsepower
192 192 192 192
Torque
217 217 217 217
Fuel economy - city
15 mpg 15 mpg 15 mpg 15 mpg
Fuel economy - highway
20 mpg 20 mpg 18 mpg 18 mpg
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s)
9.00 seconds 9.00 seconds 8.80 seconds 8.80 seconds
1/4 mile time
16.70 seconds 16.70 seconds 16.40 seconds 16.40 seconds
1/4 mile speed
83 mph 83 mph 81 mph 81 mph
Lateral acceleration (g)
0.80 0.80 0.80 0.80
Slalom speed
57 mph 57 mph 57 mph 57 mph
Bore-and-Stroke
3.66/3.37 " 3.66/3.37 " 3.66/3.37 " 3.66/3.37 "
Curb weight
4057.00 lbs 4057.00 lbs 4255.00 lbs 4255.00 lbs
Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR)
5423.00 lbs 5423.00 lbs 5644.00 lbs 5644.00 lbs
Front gross axle weight rating (GAWR)
3307.00 lbs. 3307.00 lbs. 3307.00 lbs. 3307.00 lbs.
Rear gross axle weight rating (GAWR)
3307.00 lbs. 3307.00 lbs. 3307.00 lbs. 3307.00 lbs.
Maximum Trailer Weight
3500.00 lbs. 3500.00 lbs. 3500.00 lbs. 3500.00 lbs.
Wheelbase
106.70 in 106.70 in 106.70 in 106.70 in
Front track
62.20 " 62.20 " 62.20 " 62.20 "
Rear track
62.20 " 62.20 " 62.20 " 62.20 "
Turning radius
18.20 18.20 18.20 18.20
Front legroom
42.60 in 42.60 in 42.60 in 42.60 in
Rear legroom
36.10 in 36.10 in 36.10 in 36.10 in
Front headroom
39.70 in 38.30 in 39.70 in 38.30 in
Rear headroom
39.50 in 38.00 in 39.50 in 38.00 in
Front hip room
55.30 in 55.30 in 55.30 in 55.30 in
Rear hip room
58.00 in 58.00 in 58.00 in 58.00 in
Front shoulder room
58.90 in 58.90 in 58.90 in 58.90 in
Rear shoulder room
58.40 in 58.40 in 58.40 in 58.40 in
Luggage volume
31.40 cu.ft. 31.40 cu.ft. 31.40 cu.ft. 31.40 cu.ft.
Luggage volume (max)
66.40 cu.ft. 66.40 cu.ft. 66.40 cu.ft. 66.40 cu.ft.
Passenger volume
107 cu.ft. 107 cu.ft. 107 cu.ft. 107 cu.ft.
Fuel tank
21.10 gal. 21.10 gal. 21.10 gal. 21.10 gal.
Payload
1202 lbs. 1202 lbs. 1213 lbs. 1213 lbs.

Interior Features

LX 4x2 Sport Utility

EX 4x2 Sport Utility

LX 4x4 Sport Utility

EX 4x4 Sport Utility
12V DC power outlet
4 4 4 4
Seatback storage pockets
2 2 2 2

Exterior Features

LX 4x2 Sport Utility

EX 4x2 Sport Utility

LX 4x4 Sport Utility

EX 4x4 Sport Utility
Door count
4 doors 4 doors 4 doors 4 doors
Front tires
P245/70HR16.0 BSW AS P245/70HR16.0 BSW AS P245/70HR16.0 BSW AS P245/70HR16.0 BSW AS
Wheels
16" silver styled steel 16" machined alloy 16" silver styled steel 16" machined alloy
Bodyside mouldings
3793 3793 – –
Sunroof
1st row regular power sliding and tilting glass 1st row regular power sliding and tilting glass – –

Seats

LX 4x2 Sport Utility

EX 4x2 Sport Utility

LX 4x4 Sport Utility

EX 4x4 Sport Utility
Standard seating
5 5 5 5

Entertainment System

LX 4x2 Sport Utility

EX 4x2 Sport Utility

LX 4x4 Sport Utility

EX 4x4 Sport Utility
Speakers
8 10 8 10

Safety and Security Features

LX 4x2 Sport Utility

EX 4x2 Sport Utility

LX 4x4 Sport Utility

EX 4x4 Sport Utility
Door curb lights
4 4 4 4

Mechanical Features

LX 4x2 Sport Utility

EX 4x2 Sport Utility

LX 4x4 Sport Utility

EX 4x4 Sport Utility
Axle ratio
4.67 4.67 4.67 4.67

Other Specs

LX 4x2 Sport Utility

EX 4x2 Sport Utility

LX 4x4 Sport Utility

EX 4x4 Sport Utility
Maximum towing capacity
3500 lbs. 3500 lbs. 3500 lbs. 3500 lbs.