An all-new chassis, a refreshed interior, a new V6 engine, and a next-generation infotainment system highlighted the 2014 Sorento’s changes. The 2015 model stays the course with four trim offerings (LX, EX, SX and SX Limited). This midsize crossover vehicle provides three rows of seating. Cargo room is rather sparse behind the third row at 9.1 cubic feet. But the cargo space increases to 36.9 cubic feet with third row seating folded and reaches 72.5 cubic feet with all rows down. During a one-week test drive, the Sorento’s motor driven power steering easily handled parking and other nuanced steering commands. The 106.3-inch wheelbase Sorento rides atop 17-inch, 18-inch, or 19-inch wheels.

Powering the Sorento is 2.4-liter 4-cylinder producing 191 horsepower at 6300 rpm and 181 pounds-feet of torque at 4250 rpm, or a 3.3-liter V6 releasing 290 horsepower at 6400 rpm and 252 pounds-feet of torque at 5200 rpm. The steel unibody crossover vehicle is available in front wheel drive or all wheel drive. Standard and available equipment on the independent front and rear suspension Sorento include rear air conditioning, push button start, a navigation system with 8-inch display screen, panoramic sunroof with power shade, and a programmable power liftgate. When fitted with the V6 engine and six-speed automatic transmission, the Sorento collects estimated mpg of 18 city and 24 highway. Kia Sorento SX with all wheel drive has a MSRP of $38,300.