Compare 2009 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 $21,545 to $27,245, the Kia Sorento faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals like Dodge Durango, Dodge Journey.
Overview
Wheels
Bulb Size
The Kia Sorento has a maximum towing capacity of 5000 lbs, but double check that this applies to the configuration you want.
The Kia Sorento boasts the average fuel economy anywhere from 20 to 22 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.
The maximum width and height is 74.20mm x 180.70mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.
Key Specs of 2009 Kia Sorento
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Fuel Tank: 21.1 gal
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Wheelbase: 106.7 in
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MPG: 16 city/22 hwy
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0-60 mph: 7.4 sec
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Towing: 5000 lbs
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Towing capacity: 5000 lbs
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Curb: 4068 lbs
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Tires: P245/70HR16.0 BSW AS
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Cargo: 31.7 cu.ft
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Passenger capacity: 5
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Dimensions(LxWxH): 180.7 x 73.3 x 68.1
2009 Kia Sorento Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures
The Kia Sorento is offered in 5 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
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Main Info
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Body Style SUV
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Doors 4
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Engine
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Horsepower 242 hp @ 6000 –
262 hp @ 6000 -
Torque 228 lb-ft. –
260 lb-ft. -
0-60mph / 0-100kmh 6.6 - 7.4 sec
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1/4 mile time 14.9 - 15.5 sec
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Dimensions
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Length 180.7 in
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Width 73.3 in
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Height 68.1 in
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Wheelbase 106.7 in
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Curb Weight 4068 lbs
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GVWR 5467 lbs
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Towing capacity 5000 lbs
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Turning radius 17.7 ft
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CAPACITY
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Seats 5
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Passenger volume 106
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FUEL
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Fuel tank 21.1 gal
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City 15 - 16 mpg
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Combined 18 - 19 mpg
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Highway 20 - 22 mpg
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Highway range 422 - 464.2 mi
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Specifications 
LX Base 4x2 Sport Utility |
LX 4x2 Sport Utility |
EX 4x2 Sport Utility |
LX 4x4 Sport Utility |
Exterior length | |||
180.70 in | 180.70 in | 180.70 in | 180.70 in |
Exterior body width | |||
73.30 in | 73.30 in | 74.20 in | 73.30 in |
Exterior height | |||
68.10 in | 68.10 in | 68.10 in | 68.10 in |
Horsepower | |||
242 | 242 | 262 | 242 |
Torque | |||
228 | 228 | 260 | 228 |
Fuel economy - city | |||
16 mpg | 16 mpg | 15 mpg | 15 mpg |
Fuel economy - highway | |||
22 mpg | 22 mpg | 21 mpg | 22 mpg |
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | |||
7.40 seconds | 7.40 seconds | 7.00 seconds | 7.00 seconds |
1/4 mile time | |||
15.50 seconds | 15.50 seconds | 15.30 seconds | 15.20 seconds |
1/4 mile speed | |||
89 mph | 89 mph | 92 mph | 88 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 | |||
3.62/3.30 " | 3.62/3.30 " | 3.78/3.43 " | 3.62/3.30 " |
Curb weight | |||
4068.00 lbs | 4068.00 lbs | 4083.00 lbs | 4274.00 lbs |
Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) | |||
5467.00 lbs | 5467.00 lbs | 5467.00 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 | |||
5000.00 lbs. | 5000.00 lbs. | 5000.00 lbs. | 5000.00 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 | |||
17.70 | 17.70 | 17.70 | 17.70 |
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 | 39.70 in | 39.70 in | 39.70 in |
Rear headroom | |||
39.50 in | 39.50 in | 39.50 in | 39.50 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 | |||
31.70 cu.ft. | 31.70 cu.ft. | 31.70 cu.ft. | 31.70 cu.ft. |
Luggage volume (max) | |||
66.40 cu.ft. | 66.40 cu.ft. | 66.40 cu.ft. | 66.40 cu.ft. |
Passenger volume | |||
106 cu.ft. | 106 cu.ft. | 106 cu.ft. | 106 cu.ft. |
Fuel tank | |||
21.10 gal. | 21.10 gal. | 21.10 gal. | 21.10 gal. |
Payload | |||
1277 lbs. | 1277 lbs. | 1118 lbs. | 1257 lbs. |
EX 4x4 Sport Utility |
Exterior length |
180.70 in |
Exterior body width |
74.20 in |
Exterior height |
68.10 in |
Horsepower |
262 |
Torque |
260 |
Fuel economy - city |
15 mpg |
Fuel economy - highway |
20 mpg |
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) |
6.60 seconds |
1/4 mile time |
14.90 seconds |
1/4 mile speed |
90 mph |
Lateral acceleration (g) |
0.80 |
Slalom speed |
57 mph |
Bore-and-Stroke |
3.78/3.43 " |
Curb weight |
4290.00 lbs |
Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) |
5644.00 lbs |
Front gross axle weight rating (GAWR) |
3307.00 lbs. |
Rear gross axle weight rating (GAWR) |
3307.00 lbs. |
Maximum Trailer Weight |
5000.00 lbs. |
Wheelbase |
106.70 in |
Front track |
62.20 " |
Rear track |
62.20 " |
Turning radius |
17.70 |
Front legroom |
42.60 in |
Rear legroom |
36.10 in |
Front headroom |
39.70 in |
Rear headroom |
39.50 in |
Front hip room |
55.30 in |
Rear hip room |
58.00 in |
Front shoulder room |
58.90 in |
Rear shoulder room |
58.40 in |
Luggage volume |
31.70 cu.ft. |
Luggage volume (max) |
66.40 cu.ft. |
Passenger volume |
106 cu.ft. |
Fuel tank |
21.10 gal. |
Payload |
1093 lbs. |
Interior Features 
LX Base 4x2 Sport Utility |
LX 4x2 Sport Utility |
EX 4x2 Sport Utility |
LX 4x4 Sport Utility |
12V DC power outlet | |||
4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
Seatback storage pockets | |||
1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Compass | |||
2842 | – | – | – |
Programmable garage door opener | |||
2908 | – | – | – |
Trip computer | |||
2918 | – | – | – |
Exterior temperature display | |||
2927 | – | – | – |
Cargo net | |||
3784 | – | – | – |
EX 4x4 Sport Utility |
Air conditioning, front |
2825 |
12V DC power outlet |
4 |
Seatback storage pockets |
1 |
Exterior Features 
LX Base 4x2 Sport Utility |
LX 4x2 Sport Utility |
EX 4x2 Sport Utility |
LX 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 aluminum | 16" silver aluminum | 16" machined aluminum | 16" silver aluminum |
Sunroof | |||
1st row regular express open sliding and tilting glass | 1st row regular express open sliding and tilting glass | 1st row regular express open sliding and tilting glass | – |
Fog/driving lights | |||
3445 | – | – | – |
Heated door mirrors | |||
3479 | – | – | – |
Spoiler | |||
3480 | – | – | – |
Fender flares | |||
4014 | – | – | – |
EX 4x4 Sport Utility |
Antenna |
3393 |
Door count |
4 doors |
Sunroof |
1st row regular express open sliding and tilting glass |
Front tires |
P245/70HR16.0 BSW AS |
Wheels |
16" machined aluminum |
Seats 
LX Base 4x2 Sport Utility |
LX 4x2 Sport Utility |
EX 4x2 Sport Utility |
LX 4x4 Sport Utility |
Standard seating | |||
5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Heated front seats | |||
3030 | – | – | – |
EX 4x4 Sport Utility |
Front seat type |
2989 |
Standard seating |
5 |
Entertainment System 
LX Base 4x2 Sport Utility |
LX 4x2 Sport Utility |
EX 4x2 Sport Utility |
LX 4x4 Sport Utility |
Speakers | |||
10 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
Steering wheel audio controls | |||
3192 | – | – | – |
EX 4x4 Sport Utility |
Radio |
3131 |
Speakers |
10 |
Safety and Security Features 
LX Base 4x2 Sport Utility |
LX 4x2 Sport Utility |
EX 4x2 Sport Utility |
LX 4x4 Sport Utility |
Door curb lights | |||
4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
EX 4x4 Sport Utility |
Airbags, frontal |
3214 |
Door curb lights |
4 |
Mechanical Features 
LX Base 4x2 Sport Utility |
LX 4x2 Sport Utility |
EX 4x2 Sport Utility |
LX 4x4 Sport Utility |
Axle ratio | |||
3.33 | 3.33 | 3.33 | 3.33 |
EX 4x4 Sport Utility |
Engine |
4797 |
Axle ratio |
3.33 |
Other Specs 
LX Base 4x2 Sport Utility |
LX 4x2 Sport Utility |
EX 4x2 Sport Utility |
LX 4x4 Sport Utility |
Maximum towing capacity | |||
5000 lbs. | 5000 lbs. | 5000 lbs. | 5000 lbs. |
EX 4x4 Sport Utility |
Horsepower rpm |
6000 |
Maximum towing capacity |
5000 lbs. |