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Canadian top trim SX trim has the memory seat feature in the driver's side, not sure why this is not in the US; it's pretty common for this class of cars, at least in the top trim.
That’s a tough one. Haven’t spent any driving time with a Cherokee Summit. Considering they are nearly $70,000 brand new when loaded, the Cherokee has more available features than the Kia Sorento. A 2019 Cherokee Summit for roughly $46,000, definitely has enough features to more than take on the Sorento XLine. The value proposition comes into play when you compare them both new. The Kia is roughly $20,000 cheaper and offers a lot of what you will find with the Cherokee Summit. It’s possible the Sorento is more refined in terms of its technology and build quality. For instance, the center touch screen and gauge cluster in the Kia are more responsive and in our opinion more intuitive. There’s mixed reviews in terms of the Cherokee’s reliability and ride quality. While Kia generally has great build quality and good reliability. However, the Cherokee is certainly more off road capable, and has a more advanced drivetrain and suspension. The Sorento offers 3rd row seating and as mentioned, seems to be more refined in terms of the features that it does offer compared to the Jeep. Again, it’s a tough one for us. It really comes down to what you value. A bit more refinement/quality in certain areas and a third row or extra features and more capability. Certainly spend time driving both and going through the features to see what might suit you better. Hope this helps! Thanks for the comment!
@@ridexdrive thanks for the reply and informative response it really has helped me decide, i doubt i will be tracking off road..lol with warranty and build quality i think i will go with the sx-prestige line thanks again
Thanks for the comment! As of right now, none planned but would love to do comparisons in the future. Out of curiosity, what would you be interested in seeing a comparison of?
What a shame that Kia chose not to offer Drivers Seat Memory feature on ANY of the 2021 Sorento models sold in the USA, including the SX Prestige. Come on Kia...get this fixed!
Removal of the memory seats is ridiculous, especially for a 45k car. Also, why don't you just tell us the 0-60 time in your tester instead of telling us that it's 2 seconds slower than what? Information we don't have? 🤷♂️
He actually says 2 seconds quicker. Regardless, it’s 2 seconds quicker than the koenigsegg regera, which clocks in at 2.8 seconds, so this Kia is pretty fast.
@@GilesDMT You literally missed the point. 2 seconds faster than what? Than the 10 or 12 second? Why not just say what it is instead expecting viewers to figure it out?
Yeah. The memory seats seem to be the one gripe everyone is rallying around with the Sorento. Kind of why we pointed it out. Doubt sales will suffer because of it, but it keeps internet chat rooms filled with comments. Curious where you first found out about the lack of memory seats? We did tell you what it was faster than, Sorentos equipped with the base engine. The most powerful engine can theoretically get to 60 mph 2 seconds quicker than crossovers equipped with the least powerful engine. We didn’t tell you the actual 0-60 time because we made an arbitrary decision, based on the point we were making, not to. 0-60 times change depending on the day of the week, location, available traction, weather, altitude, how much food you ate that day, etc. We didn’t find it necessary to give an actual number as the most important point was, assuming all else is equal, the 2.5T is significantly faster than the 2.5. Hope this helps answer your question! Thanks for the comment and for watching!
@@Littleathquakes Thanks Captain Obvious. The point is if you're going to allude to it in a review, then you should include that information. Many reviews don't and I'm fine with that. It's like saying a vehicle has a real good ride height/ground clearence but you don't include that information. Why bother?
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What a shame that Kia does not offer the Drivers Seat Memory feature on any of the 2021 trims, including the SX Prestige. Come on Kia...fix this asap!
Canadian top trim SX trim has the memory seat feature in the driver's side, not sure why this is not in the US; it's pretty common for this class of cars, at least in the top trim.
Great job on the review! 👍
Thanks!
Hyundai Santa Fe has heated and cooled seat for second row passagers
Great review! Thank you!
Thanks. Glad you enjoyed.
great video i was looking at this and the 2019 grand cherokee summit whats your thought ?
That’s a tough one. Haven’t spent any driving time with a Cherokee Summit. Considering they are nearly $70,000 brand new when loaded, the Cherokee has more available features than the Kia Sorento. A 2019 Cherokee Summit for roughly $46,000, definitely has enough features to more than take on the Sorento XLine. The value proposition comes into play when you compare them both new. The Kia is roughly $20,000 cheaper and offers a lot of what you will find with the Cherokee Summit.
It’s possible the Sorento is more refined in terms of its technology and build quality. For instance, the center touch screen and gauge cluster in the Kia are more responsive and in our opinion more intuitive. There’s mixed reviews in terms of the Cherokee’s reliability and ride quality. While Kia generally has great build quality and good reliability. However, the Cherokee is certainly more off road capable, and has a more advanced drivetrain and suspension. The Sorento offers 3rd row seating and as mentioned, seems to be more refined in terms of the features that it does offer compared to the Jeep.
Again, it’s a tough one for us. It really comes down to what you value. A bit more refinement/quality in certain areas and a third row or extra features and more capability. Certainly spend time driving both and going through the features to see what might suit you better. Hope this helps! Thanks for the comment!
@@ridexdrive thanks for the reply and informative response it really has helped me decide, i doubt i will be tracking off road..lol with warranty and build quality i think i will go with the sx-prestige line thanks again
No problem! Enjoy whatever you decide on!
Great review! Any chance you’ll be doing a comparison review?
Thanks for the comment! As of right now, none planned but would love to do comparisons in the future. Out of curiosity, what would you be interested in seeing a comparison of?
That’s fine. Maybe this new Sorrento with the Highlander or Pilot?
@@ridexdrive I’d like a comparison between this vehicle and the Santa Fe calligraphy model.
What a shame that Kia chose not to offer Drivers Seat Memory feature on ANY of the 2021 Sorento models sold in the USA, including the SX Prestige. Come on Kia...get this fixed!
I think they should offer the x line as a lower trim. It's supposed be the off road trim but it's only offered in the highest trim model??
just keeping with the Joneses. You want the most off roadable Wrangler, you gotta buy their top trim Sahara.
Wow Kia Sorento goooood
Removal of the memory seats is ridiculous, especially for a 45k car. Also, why don't you just tell us the 0-60 time in your tester instead of telling us that it's 2 seconds slower than what? Information we don't have? 🤷♂️
He actually says 2 seconds quicker.
Regardless, it’s 2 seconds quicker than the koenigsegg regera, which clocks in at 2.8 seconds, so this Kia is pretty fast.
@@GilesDMT You literally missed the point. 2 seconds faster than what? Than the 10 or 12 second? Why not just say what it is instead expecting viewers to figure it out?
Yeah. The memory seats seem to be the one gripe everyone is rallying around with the Sorento. Kind of why we pointed it out. Doubt sales will suffer because of it, but it keeps internet chat rooms filled with comments. Curious where you first found out about the lack of memory seats?
We did tell you what it was faster than, Sorentos equipped with the base engine. The most powerful engine can theoretically get to 60 mph 2 seconds quicker than crossovers equipped with the least powerful engine. We didn’t tell you the actual 0-60 time because we made an arbitrary decision, based on the point we were making, not to. 0-60 times change depending on the day of the week, location, available traction, weather, altitude, how much food you ate that day, etc. We didn’t find it necessary to give an actual number as the most important point was, assuming all else is equal, the 2.5T is significantly faster than the 2.5. Hope this helps answer your question! Thanks for the comment and for watching!
just google it. Most professional reviews have it going to 60 in a little over 7 seconds. Kind of disappointing considering all that torque.
@@Littleathquakes Thanks Captain Obvious. The point is if you're going to allude to it in a review, then you should include that information. Many reviews don't and I'm fine with that. It's like saying a vehicle has a real good ride height/ground clearence but you don't include that information. Why bother?