Review Kia Sorento 2017

Class SUV lovers around the world are eagerly awaiting the new Kia Sorento 2017. This fourth generation of the well-known model of urban SUV, 7-seater version of which will be denoted by the prefix «Prime». The car became more interesting - an updated exterior, a more comfortable interior, and a lot of useful options. What will be the Kia Sorento 2017 has received a new body.

 New design

Kia Sorento 2017 is presented in an updated style. It is distinguished by a new bumper with a modified terrain and spectacular lower air intake. Eye-catching and most false radiator grille with black mesh and company logo in the middle.

The front end is more extended due to the sharp edges and lines. At the same hood now appears more stamped edges that envy of any sports car. Optics had "narrowed" look, fog lights, in the shape of an irregular rectangle, decorated with chrome surround.

Cozdaёtsya impression that the increased wheel arches and doors. The flat roof blends in quite marker spoiler. Behind the car began to look as presentable. Largely due to the fact that the new body has a more direct and massive tailgate with volumetric lights, which are now also LED filling.

Interior and equipment

The instrument panel, as well as at other models of the Korean group, is executed in a classical style. Speedometer, tachometer and other indicators remained virtually unchanged compared to the previous generation. However, innovation is.

Bookable notice upgraded steering wheel, which, according to the manufacturer, will be more convenient for the driver's hands. It is also at the helm of increase in the thickness of the grip areas and add new buttons. It should be noted, and a new console, which seems more upbeat and vertical. Gearshift lever is now shifted to the driver - and more convenient, and more beautiful.

Salon updated version of the car will be offered in two versions - a five- or seven-seat version. The increase in size had a positive impact on the internal space of the crossover. Furthermore, the design of new seats implies lower their location. As a result the interior is very roomy and comfortable for people of different sizes.

In general, special attention when creating this model was paid to comfort. Those seats with high side bolsters and head restraints broad, informative instrument panel, lots of cup holders and compartments for small items distinguish the car from its competitors. We improved in the new generation of Korean SUV as the quality of finishing and noise insulation materials.

 The level of equipment in the base version already involves everything you need for a comfortable ride:

• Dual-zone climate control
• Xenon headlights
• Athermal windscreen
• Leather seats
• Navigation system
• Power driver's seat, and more. al.

For an average configuration will add some useful options like a panoramic sunroof, adaptive cruise control, three-band climate control, parking sensors, and many others. al.

 The luxury version of the vehicle is equipped with:

• The system active management
• Front and rear parking sensors
• Leather trim
• immobilizer
• full power
• Keyless entry and so forth.

Regardless of the configuration of the new generation Kia Sorento in 2017 will be governed by the angle of all the seats and the tailgate opens automatically when the driver approached. steering wheel Kia Sorento

Chassis and specifications

The new body will retain the same design of the suspension. However, some innovations have been adopted. For example, the front desk set other, and decided to use the rear multi-link system with a different attachment to the platform and the renewed arrangement of shock-absorbers. In addition, the power steering is now built into Ruleva rail.

Increased the size of the new Kia Sorento, which compared to last restyling has become much more. The new body has added a length of almost 10 cm Now the figure is 478 cm width of the car got even half a centimeter -... 189 cm The height of the new items is 168.5 cm, 1.5 cm lower than the previous generation of the crossover.

As for the size of the trunk and ground clearance, it is the most "Korean" strengths. Clearance of almost 19 cm will allow you to feel confident in the city, on the highway and off-road. Luggage compartment capacity delight. Even with the third row it is equal to - 605 liters (with folded 2 and 3 next - 1762 liters). In addition, Kia engineers have increased the aperture itself luggage - so that fans carry overall things will be easier.