Petrol
2008 Kia Sorento 2WD
The 2008 Kia Sorento 2WD is a SUV. It has a 3.3-litre six-cylinder engine producing 276 hp (206 kW), with a 5-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. 0–60 mph takes 9.5 seconds and top speed is 109 mph (175 km/h).
SPECS
| Make | Kia | Model | Sorento 2WD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year | 2008 | Version / Trim | Kia 2008 Sorento 2WD |
| Body Style | SUV | Doors | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | Ext. Colour | Clear White, Ebony Black, Clear Silver Metallic, Pewter Gray Metallic, Radiant Red Metallic, Indigo Blue Pearl, Stone Beige Metallic, Ivy Green Metallic |
| Steering | LHD / RHD | Manufactured In | South Korea |
| Drive | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) | Transmission | Automatic 5-spd |
| Engine | 3.3L 6-cyl | Engine Size | 3,300 cc |
| Power | 276 hp / 206 kW | Torque | 248 Nm / 183 lb-ft |
| 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) | 9.5 sec | Top Speed | 109 mph (175 km/h) |
| Fuel Economy | 16 mpg city / 22 mpg hwy | ||
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | Kerb Weight | 1,750 kg (3,858 lb) |
HOW IT COMPARES WITH OTHER 2008 SUVS
Compared with other 2008 SUVs in our database, its 276 hp is 14% more than the average 2008 SUV (243 hp), and it reaches 60 mph 0.8 seconds slower than average.
| 2008 Kia Sorento 2WD | Average 2008 SUVs | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 276 hp | 243 hp (66 cars) | +14% |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 270 Nm (66 cars) | -8% |
| 0–60 mph | 9.5 s | 8.7 s (69 cars) | +10% |
| Top speed | 109 mph | 114 mph (69 cars) | -4% |
| Kerb weight | 1,750 kg | 1,840 kg (79 cars) | -5% |
| Engine size | 3,300 cc | 3,418 cc (79 cars) | -3% |
Averages are calculated from all cars of the same model year and body type in the CarDetails.org database that have the figure listed. For 0–60 mph, a negative difference means quicker.
CLOSEST RIVALS
Other 2008 SUVs with similar power to the 2008 Kia Sorento 2WD.
| Car | Power | 0–60 mph | Kerb weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 Kia Sorento 2WD | 276 hp | 9.5 s | 1,750 kg |
| 2008 Mazda CX-9 2WD | 273 hp | 8.6 s | 1,905 kg |
| 2008 Isuzu Ascender 5-passenger 2WD | 273 hp | 9.8 s | 2,300 kg |
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 280 hp | 6.7 s | 2,170 kg |
| 2008 Toyota 4Runner 2WD | 270 hp | 8.8 s | 1,995 kg |
FEATURES
Air Conditioning
Dual-Zone Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Leather Seats
Power Front Seats
Navigation System
Digital Instrument Cluster
Premium Audio
ABS
Electronic Stability Control
Traction Control
Airbags (Multiple)
Blind Spot Monitor
Lane Departure Warning
Adaptive Cruise Control
Reverse Camera
Rear Parking Sensors
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Alloy Wheels
LED Headlights
Fog Lights
Roof Rails
Keyless Entry
Push-Button Start
Spare Tyre