Kia Sorento SUV (2003 - 2009) 2.5 CRDi XS 5d (2006/06) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Not really interested in that, but certainly not embarrassed to be seen in it.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Have mates with 4WDs.They like it and are impressed with the value for money, performance and economy.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Intend to keep the car for some years, but would buy the make and model again.
What are you likely to buy next?
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
Yes
What price did you pay?
£0
When did you buy the car?
January 1998
Did you get a good deal and why?
We had used the dealer previously.The car came at good price, and some extras 'thrown in'.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
My wife has had a Kia, for some time.I have a friend who has been very pleased with a Sportage. I thought that the Sorento offered reliability and good value for money.
What was the dealer like?
Courteous. Straight. Prepared to sort out any problems.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Enjoyable to drive whatever your mood:- Motorway cruising, country lane poddling, off-roading (nothing to serious undertaken!) and towing.
What's it like to park?
Not bad for a big 4WD.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Problems with radio/CD going off.(Replaced under warranty) Tightness in changing gear.(Cured by clutch adjustment, but had to take car back 3 times)
What's most practical about your car?
Accommodating size, but easy to drive. Cruises beautifully laden on long journeys. Tows effortlessly.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Not over-equipped with gadgets, but basic stuff works well.
