Is the Kia Sorento a good tow car?
We hope the automatic gearbox will enhance towing, giving smooth gearchanges and hassle-free hill starts – let’s find out. On paper, the Kia Sorento auto’s reduced towing limit makes it seem a lesser tow car than the manual.
How big of a caravan can a Kia Sorento fit?
However, the two-tonne maximum is still high enough to make the Kia a suitable match for most big twin-axle caravans, so in reality, the lower maximum is unlikely to be a problem. The automatic is slightly heavier than the manual, with kerbweights ranging from 1953kg to 2107kg, depending on specification.
How to find out the weight of a Kia Sorento?
To find out the towing information and tow weights for the Kia – Sorento range of vehicles please click on the model details below.
Which is better Kia Sorento manual or automatic?
The more time we spend with the latest Kia Sorento, the more we like it. Having now towed many miles with both the manual and the automatic versions, we definitely prefer the auto. The smooth-shifting gearbox better suits the car, and makes for relaxed driving in heavy traffic. What’s more, we think KX-2 spec is great value.
We hope the automatic gearbox will enhance towing, giving smooth gearchanges and hassle-free hill starts – let’s find out. On paper, the Kia Sorento auto’s reduced towing limit makes it seem a lesser tow car than the manual.
However, the two-tonne maximum is still high enough to make the Kia a suitable match for most big twin-axle caravans, so in reality, the lower maximum is unlikely to be a problem. The automatic is slightly heavier than the manual, with kerbweights ranging from 1953kg to 2107kg, depending on specification.
What kind of warranty does Kia Sorento have?
That’s no bad thing in our book, and means the Kia handles patchy surfaces better than most of its rivals. It’s also better value than many competitors, and comes with the reassurance of a seven-year warranty.
Which is better a Kia Sorento or a Land Rover?
Today’s Sorento is more at home on winding country roads than previous models, thanks to precise steering and reasonable body control. However, press-on drivers will prefer the greater agility of a BMW X3 or a Land Rover Discovery Sport. This generation is the most practical Sorento yet.