You know that “three peak snowflake” rating they have for tires? There should be a similar industry standard for cars and off-roading. Basically a nonproprietary version of Jeep’s “trail rated” self certification.
Pretty nice crossover and with more aggressive tires would probably do better in the rough stuff. It has the technology just not the right wheel and tire package. I like Kia's they give you a lot of features not because they are making up for crappy quality but because they believe in value for dollar.
Great review! I really like seeing you guys put these crossovers through their paces. I certainly wouldn't take this one off road, but it definitely looks like a nice daily driver and highway cruiser. And the color looks fantastic! As usual, you guys hit the nail on the head with this one.
Did you guys ever turn the Center Diff to "lock" and use "snow" mode? In the USA, these are the settings to use when going off road. More "off road" type tires instead of the all season tires (OEM) will also make a big difference.
I agree with Howard, it’s not an off roader. I finished commenting on Tommy from TFL with the Subaru cross treck.Same thing manufacturers got to stop promoting their vehicles as off roaders. Even Jeep does this with their products. Everybody thinks all Jeep’s can go off roading. If it doesn’t have the trail rated badge it’s not a true off roader. Only 95 percent of these type of vehicles are ment for black tarmac,snow and un paved farm gravel roads only.
5;20 what drive modes have to do with awd? Use terrain modes, duh. Kia DCT are not for off roading unless you want cook your transmission. For day to day snow and wet traction this awd works great.
Wow, my 2013 has hydraulic hood struts. Talk about step back. Great job. First test I've seen on one that has the of road modes. No idea why the US model doesn't get them.
Compared to my original British spec Sorento this really is a Softroader. Mine was body on frame, low transfer case, centre dif lock and limited rear dif. It handled so much.
There's an older Sorrento, I'm thinking maybe it's the first gen, that is lifted with 32-in BFG all-terrain tires in my neighborhood. I took a peek underneath once and it has a solid rear axle. I wonder if this is the model that you're talking about? Anyway, the thing looks fantastic, and is definitely unique compared to all the 4Runners and Jeeps around.
All the mfg are claiming “off road” packages because people want to think they can go anywhere. I think they should be called off pavement because you are definitely not going on any kind of trail with them
Not too bad. I like to buy 17 or 18" winter wheels with higher side wall winter tires, so at least for 6 months I have better traction. But honestly those 3rd row seats are too small, there should be an option for a bench seat and 3rd row delete (Santa Fe style), especially since they have the Telluride.
Nice review , I have had my 2012 LX V6 AWD for 9 years , it's been a great car , especially in Canadian winter , but like you said , not off road 100 percent , I wish they would have kept the V6 , still skeptical about the durability and longevity of the turbo 🤷♂️, I really like your review on the GMC canyon 👍
It looks like there Original six speed transmission and regular all-wheel-drive system was a better performer than this new X package edition. Just raising the vehicle 1 inch was probably enough and should’ve kept everything else the same.
Just picked up the X-Line Sorento in the S trim with 18 inch rims which gives it more meat to work with. I'm wondering how the X-Line S would do with its wheel setup but much lower power output.
We bought this exact model back in January and love it, perfect for our family of 4
That’s the most Canadian outfit I’ve ever seen😂. Great reviews though!
You know that “three peak snowflake” rating they have for tires? There should be a similar industry standard for cars and off-roading.
Basically a nonproprietary version of Jeep’s “trail rated” self certification.
but the kia will run unlike the jeep
Pretty nice crossover and with more aggressive tires would probably do better in the rough stuff. It has the technology just not the right wheel and tire package. I like Kia's they give you a lot of features not because they are making up for crappy quality but because they believe in value for dollar.
Great review as always guys.
Great review! I really like seeing you guys put these crossovers through their paces. I certainly wouldn't take this one off road, but it definitely looks like a nice daily driver and highway cruiser. And the color looks fantastic! As usual, you guys hit the nail on the head with this one.
Thank you so much for using feet when taking about cargo space!!!
Did you guys ever turn the Center Diff to "lock" and use "snow" mode? In the USA, these are the settings to use when going off road. More "off road" type tires instead of the all season tires (OEM) will also make a big difference.
The Canadian models don't have "lock". They have terrain modes instead, Snow, Mud and Sand
I agree with Howard, it’s not an off roader. I finished commenting on Tommy from TFL with the Subaru cross treck.Same thing manufacturers got to stop promoting their vehicles as off roaders. Even Jeep does this with their products. Everybody thinks all Jeep’s can go off roading. If it doesn’t have the trail rated badge it’s not a true off roader. Only 95 percent of these type of vehicles are ment for black tarmac,snow and un paved farm gravel roads only.
5;20 what drive modes have to do with awd? Use terrain modes, duh. Kia DCT are not for off roading unless you want cook your transmission. For day to day snow and wet traction this awd works great.
Wow, my 2013 has hydraulic hood struts. Talk about step back.
Great job. First test I've seen on one that has the of road modes. No idea why the US model doesn't get them.
Compared to my original British spec Sorento this really is a Softroader. Mine was body on frame, low transfer case, centre dif lock and limited rear dif. It handled so much.
There's an older Sorrento, I'm thinking maybe it's the first gen, that is lifted with 32-in BFG all-terrain tires in my neighborhood. I took a peek underneath once and it has a solid rear axle. I wonder if this is the model that you're talking about? Anyway, the thing looks fantastic, and is definitely unique compared to all the 4Runners and Jeeps around.
Come on take it up the hydro line 😉. Kidding of course
Love your personality. Great review.
Kia is making some decent vehicles these days, but it seems that this one does not have attributes that match the labeling. They could do better.
All the mfg are claiming “off road” packages because people want to think they can go anywhere. I think they should be called off pavement because you are definitely not going on any kind of trail with them
Not too bad. I like to buy 17 or 18" winter wheels with higher side wall winter tires, so at least for 6 months I have better traction. But honestly those 3rd row seats are too small, there should be an option for a bench seat and 3rd row delete (Santa Fe style), especially since they have the Telluride.
Awesome review thank you for sharing ..and I will subscribe because I love your videos they are so helpful
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Nice review , I have had my 2012 LX V6 AWD for 9 years , it's been a great car , especially in Canadian winter , but like you said , not off road 100 percent , I wish they would have kept the V6 , still skeptical about the durability and longevity of the turbo 🤷♂️, I really like your review on the GMC canyon 👍
Great video thank you guys 👏🏾
Thanks for watching!
It looks like there Original six speed transmission and regular all-wheel-drive system was a better performer than this new X package edition. Just raising the vehicle 1 inch was probably enough and should’ve kept everything else the same.
What do I say when I see it’s 38 seconds old
I see Kia gave Canadians vents in the 3rd row, but no digital cluster . Really odd
I like Hyundai and Kia but the SMART mode is dumb. Honda, Subaru,.... does so much better.
The Sorento is very nice looking in and out.
How does it compare to the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander?
I have a 2021 X line. It doesn't have the mud mode though, is that a Canadian model?
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Hi guys, do you mind sharing where this trail is? Do you have any recommendations for some light/beginner trails around GTA area? Thanks!
Hey, Goggle OF4WD - this club has the best maps for legal off-road trails in Ontario
Kia HAD a true 4x4, the Borrego in the 2000s, it seems that KIA is going backwards in time, therefore to myself I wouldn't waste my time on it!
Just picked up the X-Line Sorento in the S trim with 18 inch rims which gives it more meat to work with. I'm wondering how the X-Line S would do with its wheel setup but much lower power output.
Hey! How are you liking the car! In the market for the same trim myself. Does it feel underpowered at all?
Hydroline that thing. I’m not kidding, do it.
Canadian soccer mon car?
2nd. Great job.
what about fire with these products
KIA, Turbo and GDI…it has all the ingredients for disastrous reliability. 🤦♀️
Those wheels are too big, also All season tires and not all terrain tires
I don't Kia ever called this an "off-roader" - slightly pointless review.
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Sorento .... off-road . You got to be kidding
Bro, lose the weight for your own good, you sounded tired just by jumping in the back seat and talking