We are excited here at Jim Butler Kia of St Louis, to keep track of the development and progress behind the upcoming line of Kias. As such, we have watched the Sorento rapidly become a customer favorite due to its style, utility, and high level of comfort. The 2021 Sorento will feature five trim levels: LX, S, EX, SX, and SX-Prestige, and is available with either FWD or AWD. If you are searching for an experience that offers the best technology features out there, the X-Line Prestige and AWD trim include a bridge-type roof rack, unique 20-inch alloy wheels and a 1.0-increase over standard ride height.
The exterior of any car is the eye-catching essence of the entire vehicle, and the Sorento fully delivers with segment-leading style and presence. Standard LED headlamps and optional signature LED forward-lighting includes daytime running lights, and there are now six different alloy wheel designs ranging from 17 to 20 inches.
Interior designers went to work in great detail to assure that the cabin was striking, yet inviting. The 2021 Sorento is built on a brand-new 3rd generation “N3” platform that boasts lighter weight, stronger frame, and more flexible design than previous models. The wheelbase has been increased by nearly 1.4 inches resulting in more space for the interior, and the overall weight has seen a reduction of 3.1%.
Driving dynamics is another area that has seen drastic improvement, with punchier acceleration, ride and handling, and much less noise vibration. This new model benefits from the distribution of kinetic energy forces throughout the body structure. Hybrid and plug-in drivetrains that will become available next year are accommodated by the current model's platform.
Elements such as the 12.3-inch full digital meter cluster makes the daily drive much easier and safer. The Surround View Monitor puts four cameras to work to offer up a 360-degree perspective around the vehicle allowing you to be more secure in tight spots. Blind View Monitor gives you a live video stream of adjacent lanes, and now is activated in conjunction with the turn signal. Connected Routing uses the UVO cloud to produce the best possible travel route with real-time maps, accumulated traffic data, and AI to provide insight into many different drivers' preferred routes.
