Kia Sorento - first official pics
All-new version of Kia's 4x4 features more spacious interior and weighs 215kg less
These are the first official pictures of Kia's new off-road star. The all-new seven-seater Sorento, just like the updated cee'd, will make it's European debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show next month.
Longer and lower than the model it replaces, the Sorento features a significantly more spacious and luxurious interior. But despite growing in size Kia's engineer's have achieved weight savings of up to 215kg over the outgoing car, thanks to an newly-developed monocoque bodyshell.
The best-selling engine in Europe is likely to be a 2.2-litre diesel with 194bhp and 421Nm of torque. High-tech features include keyless entry, push-button start and an in-mirror reversing camera.
Full details and pricing will be revealed just before the Sorento goes on sale in the UK on February 1 2010.