2019 Kia Sorento SXL V6 AWD - POV First Impressions
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- Опубліковано 16 гру 2018
- MSRP: $46,490
MPG: 19 city / 24 highway
Horsepower: 290 hp @ 6,400 rpm
Towing capacity: 5,000 lbs
Engine: 3.3 L V6
Curb weight: 4,343 lbs
Payload: 1,279 lbs
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-Binaural Audio recorded with Roland CS-10EM Microphones amzn.to/2qKRbwA
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The audio in this video was recorded with in-ear binaural microphones. If you wear headphones, your mind won't be blown, but it will go, "woah, that's cool."
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Here on TheTopher, I'm known for putting a camera on my face and driving cars. Whether it's about any of my personal cars or reviews on weekly press vehicles, the goal is to give you an idea of what a certain car is like to drive or live with. Most of my videos are filmed in POV, with my clothes on, and (for like the 5th time) with in-ear binaural audio. Which, if I haven't made it clear yet, is why you should wear headphones. Because of the whole "woah" factor. It's there, trust me. Try it, it's pretty nuts. Or don't. As long as you whitelist me on your adblocker I'm okay with whatever you do or don't do with regards to headphone usage. That is all. Oh and I guess you should also probably subscribe. Why are you still reading this, you should be watching the video. With headphones! Hah, had to sneak that in there one more time. Later! - Авто та транспорт
Keep doing these audio tests are excellent.
On Point!
Nice to see an interior that isn't 100% black!
O man so nice
@@treerexaudi lol I love red and tan interiors
Same @@christopherdoyle1390
Christopher Doyle it’s so ugly, the dash
That brown leather is really nice.
I sor IS man
It is luxury ;)
Better than black
Recording sound test in a binaural audio??? The best possible way ever Chris, thank you so much, just keep doing it ok??
Indeed it is
I am glad we have a youtuber that reviews cars on every day roads. Especially Michigan Roads. If it can handle our roads well, then it's a good vehicle XD
same!
I love that he drives in my neighborhood. I was giddy the first time I knew where he was in the video. This one was easily half a mile from my house.
Please make more sound tests on the future cars you will test.
I can't wait for em!
That sound system is just awesome 🔥
indeed it is
Those speakers are amazing 🤩🤩🤩🤩
sure are!
We just had a 2019 LX V6 AWD as a rental. It felt pretty nice. Quite quiet and rode very smooth. I agree when you say that it doesn't always have the eagerness or preciseness to know what gear it needs to be in when you get on it. Other than that, can't complain too much! The infotainment and overall layout of buttons is always intuitive with Hyundai/Kia so you're never left wondering where something is.
cool man
The infotainment system and the logical, ergonomic layout of controls are among the best features of the Sorento.
Put it in sport mode and that will solve all your acceleration hesitation/merging issues. It makes a WORLD of difference and really brings that 290hp to life.
For everyone complaining about acceleration issues. Put it in sport mode and that will solve all your acceleration hesitation/merging issues. It makes a WORLD of difference and really brings that 290hp to life. I know i own one exactly like the vehicle in the video.
Thank you u answered my question
The interior looks fantastic! I love the brown leather Kia has implemented for the top of the range model, it's an impressive touch.
Personally i don't care for it. It's almost like a poop brown color in the sun similar to the brown Subaru uses in there Touring trim models. I would have preferred a gray interior option along with the black for the SXL.
You're the Bob Ross of car reviews. Great review!
😄🙌
If you give this thing a nice set of all terrains it really can do some offroading.
Yes the dynamax system is VERY competent when you have that differential lock button pressed. It can get through heavy snow and muddy fire road with the right set of tires NO PROBLEM.
Own a 2018 version of the Sorento SX-L. Very similar to the 2019 version with the major difference being the eight speed transmission versus the six speed in the 2018 version. Some comments.
() Exterior Size and Interior Space. The "Goldilocks" size of the Sorento combined with highly efficient allocation of interior space was one of the main reasons my wife and I chose the Sorento. It's my wife's daily driver and at over 10 inches shorter than a Mazda CX-9, it's ideal for navigating urban/suburban traffic and slipping into parking spaces. At the same time, it offers more overall cargo space and more passenger space in each of the three rows of seats than the Mazda. For our family of 2 adults, a teenage daughter, and a big dog it's an ideal size for extended trips, as well.
() Third row seating. Let's be frank. Other than perhaps the VW Atlas none of the "midsize" CUV's have third row seating suitable for extended trips with more than five passengers AND their gear. Nevertheless, the Sorento has more legroom in the third row than most of the competition including the much larger CX-9 and the Toyota Highlander. For chauffeuring a gaggle of teenagers or local trips with another family, it's very, very convenient. Especially when the alternative is taking two vehicles. We don't use the third row on a regular basis. But when we need it, it's a lifesaver. (If you NEVER need and don't want a third row, look at the nearly identical 2 row Hyundai Santa Fe.)
() Naturally aspirated V6. The 3.3L naturally aspirated engine (290 HP/252 FtLbs torque) is smooth, quiet, and reliable. I like small displacement turbos in some applications. (I have a GTI.) But for a family SUV, I think a naturally aspirated V6 is a better choice. If I have any complaint I'd like to see peak torque at a somewhat lower RPM. But it's not a major issue.
() Interior Quality and Features. The nearest competitor to the Sorento's SX-L's interior is the Signature trim of the CX-9. The top trim of the Mazda is very appealing. But the CX-9 lacks a panoramic sunroof and has a significantly inferior infotainment system. The Sorento's napa leather extending thigh cushion for the driver and features like a 110 volt power outlet in the second row and center differential lock are all in place and not matched by most of the competition. Finally, the Sorento's sound deadening is like driving from inside a vault. It's very, very quiet compared to the mainstream competition.
() Warranty. Kia and Hyundai 10 year/100,000 mile warranties simply aren't matched by the competition. And having put about 80K miles on a 2012 Sorento without a single issue, I'm fairly assured about the new Sorento's reliability.
() Price and Resale. I negotiated a price for our 2018 Sorento of $40,000 early this year before the 2019 models arrived. That amounted to a discount of nearly $8000 under MSRP. At the same time, I received a trade in value for my 2012 Sorento within $800 of the KBB estimate of the average for a Toyota Highlander, traditionally the vehicle with the highest resale value. Considering that discounts on Toyota vehicles are rare, that makes the KIA a far better value than I could negotiate for a Highlander.
I love Kia designs the most, they really know how to make a comfortable car!
Wow Kia knows how to do interiors, simple yet very pleasing to the eyes. Also, loved the sound system bit, you should do more of those in the future!
indeed they do
Hi it Kia sorento it reliable than Toyota highlander
Nice review! Love to get your take on the new 2021 Sorento 2.5 Turbo vs the old V6 !!
I think the 8 speed v6 was a better powertrain. The new 2.5 is powerful but its towing was cut in half. The DCT is fast but as shown overheats if offloaded. It's turned into a pavement runner even more.
What are your thoughts on this Kia Sorento vs the 2019 Subaru Forester you also did a POV review on? Which did you like best?
Great review like half of UA-cam car reviewers talk about how good the sound system is but never actually give us and example lol
ikr!
Kinda hard to judge the sound over a UA-cam video
Oh yeah, I love listening to music in the car. Can you check speakers in an every car? Would be nice
Nice car indeed. I am impressed with Kia lately
A really nice vehicle, beautiful exterior, good equipment for the price, good reliability, but I can't just help myself to think how depressing that center console looks, particularly for 40k.
It looks like something from the mid 2000's
Well that center console is the same in the base version that is less expensive
@@lecoureurdesbois86 the CX5 costs the same and gets a better interior even with the base trim
@@MrCarguy2 Then what are you waiting for lol
@@lecoureurdesbois86 money.
so true
We have a ton of these (with the 2.4) at our rental lot, they are super nice. Love the heated steering wheel and heated seats especially since I'm in Canada, it gets cold!
I've actually wanted you to test one of these for a while now, so happy to see this video!!
woah noice :O
Please do a Brz Drifting tutorial and heel toe downshift and rev match tutorial! Not many of those vids on youtube and I think you should make an amazing one!!! :D
My mom has a Kia Soul and the sound system is really good.
thats awesome
A 4 spoke steering wheel, nice. You don't see those very often anymore.
ikr!
hi, will you be doing the Kia Sorento 2021 review video, thanks
I just purchased a 2020 SX black on gray leather. Very attractive vehicle with all the amenities. However, i wish KIA had kept the quad "ice cube" style fog lights and with full LED's all around the vehicle. And also kept the ventilated seats and heated steering wheel along with the chrome alloy wheels the SXL got. I don't know what they were thinking getting rid of those features. The chrome wheels i can see perhaps they were getting scratches easily and it showed. But the heated steering wheel, ventilated seats, and LED lights should have stayed for the SX. Since it is now the top trim level.
Kia/hyundai have really stepped their game up. So much value for the money, fantastic warranty, lots of stuff standard even in the base trims (blind spot monitoring, apple/Android auto)
they sure have
They should get rid of the 3rd row, which isn't really usable, and make it cheaper.
true
Actually, the 3rd row has more room than the CX-9 and the Toyota Highlander. If you want a two row version of the Sorento it's the Hyundai Santa Fe. Same platform, almost exactly the same size and almost identical interior layout. The major difference is that the Santa Fe comes with a turbo 4 option versus the V6 in the Sorento.
They added the 3rd row because of federal regulations. If a SUV has a 3rd row then its classified as a truck. If the mpg is not upto par to government standards, manufacturers just add a 3rd row so the mpg will be compared to trucks instead of SUVs. True fact most dont know about
@@mituljariwala9821 Sorry, not true. Third row seating is not the criterion. Vehicle weight and AWD are the factors involved in determining whether a vehicle is classified as a light truck.
Please what is the name of the two roof rack that attached to the roof , Has it become this new form and what is different from those that are not adjacent to the suv roofs?
I think they are aftermarket but could be wrong
Col Kia Nice man 😎👍✨
O ye
19 toyota highlander hybrid or 19 honda pilot exl or touring please
I love the sorento
same!
What is the name of the first song you tested ?
You have viewers also from Europe so I suggest posting fuel consumption and weight in metric system aswel. 4.343 lbs does not mean anything to me.
Any chance for the 2021 Sorento?
Very good. It'is car beutiful.
Nice bass
Audio tests too? Like!
indeed
Sorentos have plenty!
Does anyone know where I can get this for 10 bucks
Yes at the junk yard
290 HP, 262 ftlb torque
Funny how he says he wishes it had a bit more power, i drive a 75hp hyundai over here in the UK.
lol
Do a Volkswagen Tiguan 2019 test drive.
o yes
What was the first song? I may have missed it
I wish I knew xD
It says it on the screen, Pink Mirrors - Ooyy
Nice
indeed
My neighbor has this car it’s really nice and I think I should get one but not sxl v6 AWD and she just has the sxl v6 here is the top level as well but I think Hyundai and Kia is copying but I have the veloster rn from Hyundai
Vw atlas pls
Please drive new range rover Evoque❤️
Damn why is the road so bad?
Michigan roads are some of the worst in the nation, so I've heard
i own a 2006 kia sorento and my mother owns the 2013 model.
You what's funny? both air conditioning compressor failed within 2 years of owning it. Other than that, there are no problem with it.
i wonder will the 2019's model compressor fail in 2 years too :)
Dealership said nothing? Lol
No issues with our 2013 Sorento at 110k except for inner tie rods and a ball joint.
Nice car, definitely not worth 46k though. Probably about 30-34. 36k at the very most imo. There's nothing that sets it apart from the rest of the newer vehicles or even SUVs to justify 46k, that's way too expensive for this Kia.
This is as good pound for pound as a Mercedes GLS except for 70 less horsepower power and no MB badge.
Дороги тоже в ямах
That dash needs some work, other then that it looks good.
true dat
الف مبروك بالتوفيق ان شاء الله خير ان شاءالله على خير ان شاء مرحبا
kia was such a good suv maker but honda was so much safer
Mine 150th like
ق٥هق والله اني احبك في الله
This vehicle is a 1000 times better than that pathetic Toyota Highlander, with the exception of *RELIABILITY AND DURABILTY.* And I say that as a Toyota loyalist. And I'm a Toyota loyalist ONLY because of that! But Kia and Hyundai are catching up very rapidly in this area and they are not too far behind Toyota! That is exactly why I would seriously consider this vehicle.
In every other aspect, the Sorento beats the Highlander. The Kia has a *BUTTER SMOOTH AND DEAD QUIET* engine and exhaust, whereas the Highlander has a *HARSH, UNREFINED, NOISY* engine that DRONES AND DRONES AND DRONES and it is VERY tiring on the ears!!. The Kia's ride comfort is also much more supple and absorbent than the Highlander (especially with the smaller wheels), making it a fantastic, supremely comfortable long distance tourer (and that's exactly the mission of a Luxury crossover! Not to canyon carve, and in the bargain feel every small bump in the road!! * rollseyes * ). And finally the top end Harmon Kardon in the Kia is significantly better sounding than the JBL in the Toyota!
And it is almost a no brainer, because it comes with that 10 year / 100K mile warranty, even though I'm sure the Toyota would have better overall long term reliability and durability!
The Korean Cadillac 😄
lol
Дороги - ужас. А говорят, в России дороги плохие ха-ха)))
why do the koreans make SUVs?
Why not?
It is like Americans making kimchi for Korean market. Unrelated and incompetent.
The Japanese make SUVs to
Because they're trying to sell them like any other company?
because they do
48,000$ for a damn kin nah I rather get a Lexus for that
oof
Lexus is Toyota.... garbage 😂. I'll stick with Kia thanks.
Jared Shelton are you stupid Toyota are good ass cars ,Kia are The definition of garbage
isai Rodriguez Did you pass the 3rd grade? Just wondering.
@@asapcornerstone7851 Toyotas are junk, I'll stick to Kia, thanks anyways 😂
Ugliest interior design ever