2012 Kia Sorento SX FWD
The 2012 Kia Sorento SX FWD is a 276-hp V6 with a 6-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $33,150 MSRP and is rated at 22 mpg combined.
It makes 276 horsepower at 6,300 rpm and 248 lb-ft of torque at 5000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 20 mpg city and 25 mpg highway (22 mpg combined).
The Sorento measures 183.9 inches long on a 106.3-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,781 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | |
| MSRP | $33,150 ($46,924 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $33,950 ($48,056 *) |
| Destination Charge | $800 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | Lambda II 3.5L DOHC V6, MPI, Dual-CVVT, naturally aspirated |
| Horsepower | 276 hp @ 6,300 rpm |
| Torque | 248 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 24-valve with Dual-CVVT |
| Injection Type | Multi-point fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 20 MPG |
| Highway | 25 MPG |
| Combined | 22 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent MacPherson struts, coil springs, stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | Independent multi-link, stabilizer bar |
| Turning Diameter | 35.7 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 11.8 in ventilated discs |
| Rear Brake Disc | 11.9 in solid discs |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 18 in |
| Wheels Rear | 18 in |
| Tires Front | P235/60R18 |
| Tires Rear | P235/60R18 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 183.9 in |
| Width | 74.2 in |
| Height | 67.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in |
| Front Track | 63.7 in |
| Rear Track | 63.8 in |
| Ground Clearance | 7.5 in |
| Approach Angle | 20° |
| Departure Angle | 23° |
| Cargo Volume | 9.1 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,781 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39.2 in |
| Headroom Rear | 39.2 in |
| Legroom Front | 41.3 in |
| Legroom Rear | 37.6 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 59.3 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 58.7 in |
| Hip Room Front | 56.3 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 55.9 in |
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars