New KIA Sorento went on sale in Russia

Russian KIA dealers today begin sales of the new flagship crossover KIA Sorento of the fourth generation. The novelty is offered in 8 trim levels at a price from 2 million 149 thousand 900 to 3 million 149 thousand 900 rubles, according to the press service of the Korean brand. In the Russian market, the new Sorento will be offered with two power plants: a 2.5 MPI petrol engine (180 HP and 232 Nm torque) in combination with a 6-speed automatic transmission, as well as a 2.2 CRDi diesel engine (199 HP and 440 Nm torque), which is aggregated by a new 8-speed robotic transmission with two wet clutches.

With a gasoline engine, the crossover can have both front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive, diesel versions are presented only in all-wheel drive. In addition, the crossover will receive two seating options at the start of sales - a five-seater and a seven-seater. Reflective LED headlights are already fitted as standard on the new Sorento. Improved aerodynamics are provided by a spoiler on the trailing edge of the roof. Standard safety options include Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Stability Control (ESC), Emergency Brake Assist (BAS) and Brake Assist (ESS), Hill Start Assist (US), Downhill Assist (DBS), Integrated Active Management (VSM), Trailer Stability Assist (TSA), Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS), Rear Row Passenger Alert (ROA). A wide range of comfort options is offered regardless of the configuration.