Seems that the new Kia Sorento 2.4L 6 speed auto will be launching this weekend. Priced at only RM 158,888 (OTR), it comes with a re-engineered platform, chasis & cabin, redesigned transmission and suspension set-up, improved ride & handling, better NVH, increased legroom, LED DRL's, 4.3 inch LCD touchscreen, rear view camera, panaromic sunroof, push start ignition and leather seats. Safety comes standard with 6 airbags, electronic stability control, traction control, HAC, ABS, EBD and BA.

For just RM 10K extra, it makes the newly launched Honda CRV 2.0L with average specs at RM 148,888 (OTR) look poor in comparison.

http://paultan.org/2013/03/12/new-kia-sore...-2-4l-rm158888/

http://paultan.org/2012/08/16/facelifted-k...the-first-time/

To protect their egoism and make sure that their choice on brand choosing is protected and not be laughed at. As most forumer have said, don't feed the trolls

This post has been edited by kcchong2000: Mar 12 2013, 10:33 PM

Resale value

As a matter of fact no.

People should accept the fact that things can improve. Resale value comes from consumers perception. If they feel a car is good, the there will be high demand, and naturally the value will increase.

Now, last time Korean cars used to be quite bad. I drove a Spectra for more than 5 years. I should know how bad it is. But then again it's not a bad car. It's just that ownership cost is quit high.

If I judged a certain brand solely on this, there would be no chance in my right mind for me to get another Korean.

But you know what? I gave it another try. Test drove Insight, City and Forte (Around the same price range). Somehow I love the feeling when driving the Forte. I'm not saying it is better than the other two. But I guess, it's because I can literally feel the improvement from Spectra to Forte. It's huge.
So I bought it. I felt it's worth the money.

There was a time when Honda & Toyota is not so good. But they improved up till the point of becoming trusted brands.

This sect of the forum should have a form of mature discussion.
Yes people have their own opinions. But that doesn't mean we have to bash senselessly.

/rant

The 2.4 litre Theta II petrol engine with 176 PS and 227 Nm of torque is not so great though ...

Yes the output figures arent that great. But since they said the engine and transmission has been improved, so the extra refinement might actually translate into slightly better power. Gotta wait for the test drive to actually know i guess. But the CRV 2.4L comes with 221 Nm torque only but with slightly more hp but funny thing is that this extra hp only comes in at 7,000 RPM. Who drives at 7,000 RPM anyway?

This post has been edited by cybermaster98: Mar 13 2013, 09:13 AM

wait for crv 2.4 then we can make a fair comparison

i guess hyundai use the diesel r engine..while kia use petrol.

Dont think it can be a fair comparison when the CRV 2.4L is gonna be priced about 30K more.

most important is same segment comparison, price may vary..

thats why u see in C-segment, elantra and forte are cheaper than civic fb, but its civic fb that sold the most . refer to MAA stats

Not bad. At least the facelift is revised not only on outlook but the chasis too as compared to Tor H.

Of course badge snob aside, i must says, even the non-facelifted sorento is much better spec and rides better than previous gen harrier. I haven't try the current harrier yet but spec wise, it's no brainer that jap is lagging so far behind except banking in on their branding and reliability.

CRV 2.4 = A power ready for over take at 100++ kmh . When u need just rev from 3500 rpm to the red line and that THE POWER OF DREAM

People still buy civic & CRV becoz Korean car dealer cannot deliver their car to customer as there is no enough stock until today.
That's why civic sale stat so good.
My wife for example wait for 1 year to get 1.8 red colour elantra, lastly she decide to buy civic fb.

Another example, what for having high spec sportage in product line if most customer now already wait for 3-4months.
Delivery time so

If delivery time improved with more stocks, surely sale stat will be more or less same.

But so far, Sorento got no delivery problem. Maybe most buyer didnt like previous design.

This post has been edited by khusyairi: Mar 13 2013, 11:21 AM

i met one of honda SA, he just joined from Hyundai 2 months ago. i asked him why did he resign? he told me difficult to sell since no stock, customer have to wait long time, end up many customers cancelled their booking. He told more that Sime Darby don't order many stock from Korea. Furthermore, elantra has problem with its car, i'm not really sure what it is, he didnt tell me more. perhaps elantra owner can share. in conclusion, he said Sime darby is not a good dealer and does not provide good after sales service.

This post has been edited by hazremi: Mar 13 2013, 11:22 AM

I agree. I also had talk wt Hyundai SA. Their stock problem really main issue. At one time, they also had stock issue wt Sonata & Tucson. Delay & delay.
Lastly customer & turn to new car that Japanese manufacturer launch.

A good alternative is to consider KIA. We have Kia Sportage , as an alternative to the Tucson and Kia Forte to the Elantra. Both are on fast delivery basis. Anticipating lots of Sportage stock this month, and it's as good as ready stock.

I feel it's worth checking out .....

http://www.kensomuse.com/the-new-kia-soren...elift-launched/

.... funny that I am reminded of the time when both the Sorento and Santa Fe was just launched. It's the same argument all over again.

u know this is facelifted version of the new gen sorento, right?
so the design differs from the 'previous' one, minimal at most.

the said reason cud be one of the minor reasons. but main reason is the refined driving of the civic. and of course i wud admit brand strength (which translates into a very good after sales package - good servicing networks, good replacement parts, etc etc) okay this may sound bias but that guy that bought the K5 will freely admit the korean makes driving pleasure is pretty much a few notch DOWN compared to the established brand. yes yes yes they are getting there the koreans, but as we speak now, they are still down there.

to counter balance perhaps my bias, then i wud say out there are a lot of choices of cars. fiestas are great little cars. and mazdas are superb.



and that guy who bought forteh, okay good luck on him. but i suspect its down to the fact he drove a spectra before. with due respect, spectra was not a good vehicle to be in, in the first place. so the transition from a shitttty ride to a so-so ride perhaps, meant so much to him. so okay good luck. i hope he didnt bought the awful first gens of the fortehs.

yeah right.. refined driving of the civic.. I used to own FD civic ..paid 120k and get Melaka made tin kosong ..sound proof terrible like driving proton and the famous common problem with the steering rack .. so much for the refined driving of japs car..
that time sometimes jealous with forte owners..paid lot less and get to enjoy all the features that civic don't have
next time.. I'll make sure the car I buy worth every penny spent

lol 30k extra?

this is a very classic, common case for nitpicking.
that refined driving experience is somehow agreed by most naturals.
and of course by that guy who bought K5.

sure. u got to buy something u think worth your cents. good tip.

ok good, in this thread , cannot compare by segment , cause 30k more
but in your other thread, 20k more is okay, because compare by segment

Indeed, the FD civic was notorious for it's lack of soundproofing. But you're still talking about a car that was launched in 2006 and competition then was non-existent. Newer cars will always be safer (usually) and come with more features la. No point trying to compare your ride with something that come out years after that.

Read and understand what i was trying to say. Everything is based on value for money and what ure getting for the money ure paying. There is no bias anywhere.

Yes there is a value for money Csegment car at that time.
It's a Lancer GT which launch at 110K price which almost 20K cheaper than 2.0 civic FD & slightly lesser price from 1.8 civic (which tin kosong)
It's also CBU japan plus full bodykits, 18"rims etc.
Unfortunately, 6months-1year waiting list.

This post has been edited by khusyairi: Mar 14 2013, 10:30 AM

value for money in what sense?

i get more specs but i dread driving it?
how is it then a value for money proposition?

The new civic (the one we have here) is also very badly soundproofed. But it isn't quite as ugly as some would call it, and once I got used to the twitchy breaks, it was a pleasant enough test drive.

Then it wont be value for money for YOU so YOU wont buy it. Those who think its value for money will and there are more and more who are thinking along the same lines. Plain and simple.

exactly...
my value is different from that level of yours and so could the the meaning of value for others compared to yours...

so why imposing your values upon others?

YOU may different so there's no WE or US anywhere. YOU are a dying breed and soon to be extint.

And do learn the meaning of 'imposing'. I have a right to comment as i see fit the same way u have the right to defend your choices. If that's 'imposing' to you then feel free to comment on a different thread if u cant take the pressure. No matter how hard uve tried these past few months, sadly u just arent gettin the support u crave eh. Pity pity pity!

Run on back to your Toyota supporters club kiddo!

Talk to the hand after this yea!

This post has been edited by cybermaster98: Mar 14 2013, 12:07 PM

u want to start this thing again that always ends with u running to a corner to reload and recharge?

are u sure?


btw to rub it in,
u keep talking about maturity but arguing by calling people kiddo, is quite mature right?
if it is, your level of maturity sure is low as do your knowledge and expectation of cars..

ouch !!

dont need to argue with him, because almost EVERY japanese car maker launched a new car here,will become his target to bash

Facts will be facts. Go to the Kia Sportage thread and see my comments there before u make silly claims. If u have something constructive to comment bout the CRV or Sorento on this thread then please do share. If not, i guess its just another wasted effort on your part. Cheers!

This post has been edited by cybermaster98: Mar 14 2013, 05:32 PM

sigh, every car forums that I want to read informative sharings, are all infested with Kimchi vs Sushi vs Sausage argument

issue is, the information that u want to read that is being shared by a very knowledgeable individual unfortunately is only about specs that is available from the website and literally almost nothing else...

when the discussion goes slightly more technical, it became apparent that the individual is just tin kosong (even with google to back up) as they say...
u don't see that individual sharing technical stuffs right?

But to be fair, the Lancer did launch in 3rd quarter of 2007. The Civic FB was first introduced in 2005 then later launched in our region in the earlier part of 2006. It's till a year apart difference.

But I agree, it was a very value for money offering. If I recall, nappa leather seats, paddle shifters, cruise control were all standard equipment.

the civic FD is launched around june 2006 about the same time as the launching of the satria neo...

tit for tat... both the mitsu and the civic 2.0 has their own pros and cons...

the lancer main selling point is full import from japan (placebo effect as in everything CBU is god especially in malaysia ) at a lower price compared to the higher spec-ed but more expensive 2.0 civic FD... hehe

actually the first lancer batch did not come with cruise control...

only the lancer EX (lower spec vs GT) version did and when the lancer EX version is discontinued, the Lancer GT soldier on but with some product revision done from time to time like cruise control, retractable side mirror, running lights, reverse camera slowly added to the kit list...

More than 1 year apart though. Enough for the competition to really up their game. But if I do recall, it was also a period where Mitsubishi took a huge hit to their reputation with the vehicle defect cover-up. Sales also plummeted for them during those years.

The new version is really handsome IMHO. But sure letdown with only petrol version, whilst elsewhere there are also diesel model. Ive driven a 2012 santa fe with the 2.2L turbo diesel and that engine rocks. If kia does bring in the diesel version, i am sure there will be alot of interest.

I'm not a big fan of Korean makes but this new Sorento really looks good....so un-Korean!

Some great pictures here, New Sorento Pictures

I must say, the cars looks pretty well specced for its price and has an European styling to it.



Cabin looks very pleasing and cosy too...enjoy

Yup, for the specs on offer, RM 158,888 (OTR) for a 2.4L with so many improvements seems good value to me.

Does the 2.4L petrol theta engine uses timing belt or chain?

And whats the normal service costs ?

Thanks in advance

Should be timing chain. Not sure bout normal service but this is not a concern at all. Most vehicles have minimal costs for normal servicing. Its the part replacements which cost higher. That should be your main concern not these periodic maintenance which is always abouut 300-400 anyway.

Went to KIA showroom last week. Really impress with this car with amazing price. Maybe this car has lower govt tax compare to other japanese car. That's why the price is cheap but with premium specs.

The part replacement should be covered during the 5 years warranty.

No. Warranty covers defects not normal part replacement due to wear & tear. There is a difference between 'warranty' and 'free maintenance'.

Ahh thats good to hear. I am also a proud Rio owner since 1 March 2013 and their service maintenance costs are very reasonable.

I was at Waterfront Ampang and also saw the Sorento in the flesh. Couldnt get to test drive but sat in it and played with the instruments. Indeed the quality is exceptional for the price and the trims are very classy somewhat. Love the large panoramic sun roof and the overall presentation of the car.

Rightly so. I could see that tyres would be the most expensive wear and tear item. Claimed fc of 12.6Km/L looks attractive too.

Wear & tear not covered under warranty. Tyre wear & tear depends on your driving style. For me, tyres have always been the cheapest 'part' to maintain.

You are right man...it's good value for money.

I am quite surprised why Kia did not bring in the Diesel version. Having tried the San Fe diesel, I think a diesel Kia Sorento would be a better value for money option - Looks and Spec wise.

What amazes me most is the voice activation system for the NEXT GEN Sorento.

Just press the voice activation button and say- for example 98.8, the radio will automatically switch to your desired channel. In other instance, after pairing your phone via bluetooth, just say "Call Michael" and it will start dialing the number in your phonebook with the name Michael! Needless to say, your pronounciation has to be precise in order for the car to recognize it... But it's very cool nonetheless!!!

Interested on how precise pronouniciation is? I tested ford focus where u need to speak like an england english where i feel like i'm attending an english class to make it work.

Its a Kia la . How can anyone think of buying a KIA? Terrible car . Rather spend 20-30k more a crv 2.4 . More power, more refinement, better service centres.

Korean? Nah, stay far far away.

Ppl here all simply say korean cars have good specs and all. But whats the point when the engine is lousy + poor driving experience. And then when u buy a Kia, u come back here with problems, ur on your own. Nobody gives a shit about u and ur problems.

Cant believe ppl thinking of buying KiA and hyundai cars

But of cuz i know some ppl like cybermaster or some korean fanboy will come in here and defend their pride and glory till the end. Well, we r used to it

You have bad experience with Kia/Hyundai cars? Do tell.

Lol. I also tested before. Even Siri can understand my English, but the one on the Focus is so frustrating.

You forgot about "Keyboard warriors".

But you should really try out the new Kias. That day I test drove the Rio, and I think it's a good alternative if you can't afford German conti cars.

Has anyone test driven this bew sorento? If so, do share your experience. Thanks.

I think most KIA showroom not allow you to test drive. The car is for display only since they don't have test drive unit. That's why until now nobody gives a review yet. The timing also not right since CRV also launched at the same time with RM10K cheaper.

This post has been edited by yayiyu99: Mar 25 2013, 08:52 AM

Price is OK since CR-V is a compact SUV while Sorento is mid size suv. Different segment. Sorento suppose to compete wt Honda Pilot or Crosstour in a larger size SUV segment (especially oversea market).

I dont see a problem with the CRV being launched the same time. The CRV is a 2.0L with very average specs while the Sorento is mid sized 2.4L SUV with much bigger interior space and much better specs. Even the interior quality is much better compared to the CRV. And for only 10K more, i think its good value. But the SUV that im really looking forward to is the Ford Kuga with the 1.6L Ecoboost engine thats more powerful than the Sorento 2.4L.

I defend based on facts and i accept that there are many aspects which Kia needs to improve on. But for its good points, what's on offer for the money im paying is reasonable. If i wanted something with better specs, more refinement and driving pleasure, i would have gone for a high end D segment. But ive got better use for my money at this point in time. If you wanna spend 20-30K extra for refinement and luxury then its your call. For me that 20-30K more can be used as downpayment for a property.

Yes, I agree with you. So Kia has to improve their marketing strategy like faster delivery, better after sales service, cheaper and easy access for spare parts. Then they can compete with the Japanese car.

There is no need for any slang as long as your pronounciation is clear and precise and comprehensible to the audio system. But come to think of it, if it helps you to improve your command of English, it's even better, isn't it?

Drop by kia showroom n see the new sorento, overall it is a nice SUV but it has a lower spec if compare to Singapore spec which come with flexsteer n Smart-Parking-Assist-System.( not a must have function but good to have it) and feel a bit disappointed Kia Malaysia still bring n the model with 2.4L MPI engine bcoz when see Kia Singapore manage to bring in sorento with 2.4L GDI gasoline and R 2.2 diesel engine I thought Malaysia also will get the same( due to the Hyundai group sales strategy only either Kia or Hyundai will get the diesel engine)

This post has been edited by ayvin: Mar 28 2013, 11:28 AM

Anyone test drive or got new Sorento? Kindly update .. am considering to get one myself.

Seems nobody buy the new sorento yet. Haven't seen new Sorento on the road yet except new CRV.

Major recall for Hyundai and Kia in US and 2011 Sorento included .. wondering if new facelift model affected as well.

I have checked it out and it is very impressive given the price is same as getting a crv but you get a 2.4 l and full spec as compared to crv plain vanilla.

Apart from the branding being Korean, I think it is overall a great car.

Speaking of Korean cars, here's a bit of news. The 3rd Gen Santa Fe was spotted on a trailer recently. I think it is set to be launched pretty soon. Brand preference aside, I wonder how it stacks up against the Sorento.



According to the , Malaysians would not be getting the long wheel base 7 seater. So if its just the normal 5 seater then it probably would lose out to the Sorento. But who knows, maybe Hyundai Malaysia will spec the short wheelbase variant with the extra two seats at the back since it shares the same wheelbase with the current model. Overall, its another great looking SUV.

This post has been edited by cokeaddict: Apr 11 2013, 06:37 PM

Please to announce that NEXT GEN Sorento now comes with a very interesting interest package as follows :

Loan tenure 3, 5 or 7 years.
Interest rate 1.88%

Loan tenure 9 years
Interest Rate 1.99%

Maximum loan is RM143,000. Compared to conventional rate, the savings from this low interest rate after 9 years is more than RM5K!

For more info, please do not hesitate to PM me.

Cheers,
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It's just been launched less than a month ago. It can't be possible to see new Sorento all over the road, within a month, right?

the new fog lights is abit akward..considered it last time, but no more diesel model...need to wait for santa fe..i hear they're coming soon..

I am waiting to compare the coming soon Santa Fe (petrol version) and the Sorento ... which car is more attractive??? Let's watch out later ...

Anyone know when is Santa Fe launching?

The spec here not so good... Naza cut out some specs.

NASA should bring in Sorento 2.2 Diesel. Else, it won't be best 7-seater SUV but #2, this is why I went for the not so good looking Santa Fe 2011 limited low spec for its 2.2 Diesel engine.

New Santa Fe 2013 is more attractive than Sorento FL in terms of design.

This post has been edited by jayraptor: May 1 2013, 05:34 PM

Agreed with you 100% on the Santa FE design.
From my sources, Hyundai is lunching the Santa FE 2.2 diesel with 7seat end of May.

can't wait for a test drive.

https://forum.lowyat.net/topic/2784942/+0&

Anyone would like to share his/her driving experience of the Kia Sorento 2013 since it launched March ago? Like FC, service maintenance, handling, its features, etc...

I've my Sorento 2013 at end of April but cant get it on the road that time due to the number plate which I tendered, finally got it in early May. It was a really awesome car I supposed to comment. FC was good, manage to get about ~12.3-12.5L/100km in city driving plus a lil short highway sprint (mostly KL city and KL-Puchong via NPE, KL-Shah Alam via KESAS) and ~11.3-11.5L/100KM on highway(KL-Ipoh, KL-Cameron Highlands, KL-Penang). Normally full tank about RM110-120, I can get a range about 620-650km (0.17~0.20 sen/km - depends on driving mode). IMO, this FC is good enough for me as its a 2.4L engine. The ride were smooth, suspension is comfort, handling is good as well thru my drive up to Cameron Highlands. All the leather seat are comfortable. The 3rd row of seat is quite comfortable as well as my brother tried to sit for a journey from KL to Ipoh (he is a 6 footer, yet he did not complaint about discomfort and there is still some head room to the roof). The car is stable as well when I tried the car up to 195km/h on highway, noise insulation is good, as comparable to conti car, not much of tyre noise or wind noise (I know coz I own conti SUV as well, cant compare it to my Range Rover but its sort of near to my 3.2L VW Tourag, IMO, it wins the Harrier). The sound system have a smart system as it will adjust it volume by itself as to compliment the speed of ur car. The bluetooth system is user friendly as well, not much hassle in the voice activation system as well, doesn't really need any England slang English, just simple clear pronunciation will do. My car had it's first 1000km service on the 5th day on the road, and the total servicing cost is only about RM290. So far, no complain of the car by any of my family member who drove it. If the spec brought it is the same with the Korea version of 8" screen with GPS navi and DVD player or different engine variant, it will be more awesome but so far, it is the best bang for buck mid size SUV u can get now in my opinion. I'm waiting for the new Santa Fe launch as well to see how it is compare to the Sorento, coz both they share the same chassis.

This post has been edited by kencha: May 29 2013, 05:30 PM

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Serious?

Yea , tested at North-South Highway and that is what the speedo shows...

The ride comfort is good, even my mum fell asleep while I'm doing that...

This is mainly due to the new suspension set up compared to the previous model.

This model have a ECO mode as well... good for city driving, helps a lil on reducing FC in city driving...

This post has been edited by kencha: May 29 2013, 05:40 PM

Thanks for sharing ... the new Santa Fe may be priced at around RM180K, which is expansive than Sorento whereas they are about the same in most specs. I agree that the touch screen is quite small, if it is bigger it will be nice! Is the ECO mode really help in saving fuel???

Good to hear of your favourable review!

kenca, how do you compare your sorento with the newly launched Santa fe?

Anymore reviews of the sorento ?

jason813,

I test drove both the new Santa Fe during its launched... In my opinion, I still will stick with the Sorento. The diesel Santa Fe is really awesome for the torque but ride comfort and noise insulation not that great compared to Sorento, where by the petrol variant is sort of driving Sorento but feels it lack of something. Noise insulation is not that good though compare to Sorento. Overall ride quality not so pleasant comparing to Sorento, even my family agreed to this. The built quality seems not so refine compared to Sorento (interior built quality as well). The only thing is that Santa Fe got the 3-mode steering assist system which supposed to have in Sorento as well but not in Msia version, and also Santa Fe comes with a better looking bumper guard both front and rear giving it a sportier and meaner look compared to Sorento. I dont think the petrol version of Santa Fe gonna sell much if compete with Sorento if jus by comparing the petrol variant. We know that most of Santa Fe driver choose it cos of the diesel engine.

Jason813, go test drive the Santa Fe then you will know the differences I meant. (I assumed you test drive the Sorento already).

Dear all, I am neutral and not biased to Sorento due to I owned 1, but if to compare both this is my 2 cents.

Cheers.

This post has been edited by kencha: Jul 11 2013, 01:23 PM

Yes, I agree that if compairing both petro version, Sorento should be better in term of features/specs/pricing. However, I like the front/rear look of the Santa Fe ... of course, the diesel version is for people who like the power drive. I think the FC will be about the same for both in petrol version, since they are using the same engine.

What about the leg room for rear row seat in Sorento? I know it is not adjustable while Santa Fe has the adjustable one. Are you comfortable with the rear seat space?

everyone love the looks and the performance of the diesel santa fe but i for one cannot afford the higher price and the 2 air bags

what i really want to know about the 2.4 petrol sorento is
1) is the fuel consumption high ?
2) is it underpowered ? i have been reading many reports that the petrol ver is underpowered

jason813,

which rear row? the last foldable row with 2 seats? the Santa Fe are the same with the Sorento if I'm not mistaken. I dont think its adjustable. for my Sorento, my 6 footer brother sit in it and he didnt complaint that he have any problem with legroom and headroom but dun expect the same legroom you gonna get in the middle row though.


carpathia,

I do agree with you that the extra money you paying as compare to the spec you paying for the Sorento but you just get 2 airbags in the Santa Fe, as for Sorento you get airbags and air curtains as well... to me the fuel consumption is still good, i get a range of ~520km in a full tank in KL driving + jam. Thats depends how you drive though. Power still on the decent side, u definitely cant compare it to the diesel variant engine sort of power though. Sorento kinda all-rounder package, for it's price, performance, comfort, etc. If you talk bout underpower, cx-5 to me is kinda underpower. Plus, Santa Fe seats got those brown color leather which makes the car looks abit too old to my liking, still prefer black leather seat. My opinion is go have a test drive in both Santa Fe and Sorento, get a feel of both car and see which is more to your liking (compare the petrol variant between Santa Fe and Sorento, then try the diesel Santa Fe to see hows the torque kick of the diesel power). If Msia, getting the 2.2l diesel variant Sorento like in Sg, I definitely going for the diesel Sorento rather Santa Fe, this also my personal opinion.


Cheers

Kencha, the second row of Santa Fe can be adjusted whereas Sorento cannot. This will give better/adjustable legroom for the third row in Santa Fe.

i will put my purchase on hold for now. am quite worried if Naza suddenly launch the diesel turbo version of sorento .....

jason813,

I see... then it will compliment a lil more legroom for the last row... that's good if you need to used it often... but I seldom use the last row, only used once since got the car. hahaha...



carpathia,

I dont think so Naza will bring in the diesel variant though, cos from the pass, all Sorento is only brought in for the petrol variant. I hope Naza Kia will bring it in but it seems the hope is kinda thin...

This post has been edited by kencha: Jul 12 2013, 03:01 PM

There won't be any diesel turbo version, rest assured!

You are right. Naza would not introduce too many variant of a model. If you look at OPtima K5, Sportage and the Sorento, there is only ONE single variant. That's because if they introduce too many variant, it will be a logistical challenge. Even the Cerato only has one variant for the 1.6SX and 2.0SX.

Instead, Naza's focus is launch new models this year, including the Picanto and possible the new Carens/Rondo next year. Fingers crossed!!

I heard Sorento no stock now and have to wait 1 - 2 months ... is this true? Selling so good!?

Maybe since everyone waited to see how the new santa fe pricing and specs but was given the bomb of only 2 airbags and higher pricing compared to sorento!!!

Since now already coming to Aug, is this a good time to buy or shall wait for year end ?

Yes, the stock is limited. My HQ has just released some new stocks from the factory, but allocation would have to be based on orders with loan approval letters...

Is there available the upgrade for 8" GPS navi + DVD player for the current Sorento? Or, when will it be offered to Sorento owners?