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i’m looking at a 2017 volkswagen jetta sport with the turbo charged engine and automatic transmission, it has 32,000 miles and cost $9,900. is this a good buy?
I have these 2 friends. 1 owns a Hyundai, I believe a 2014 or so and the other owns a 2015 Kia Optima Turbo and they both love them. So I hope they really are getting better.
I got a 2014 Kia Sorento that has over 250,000 miles on it. Still runs like a champion, never had to replace anything! Replaced battery and Alternator at 190,000 miles. Transmission shifts 👌 Perfect! No leaks or cracks.
I've had 3 Hyundais go over 200k with no drama. My wife just got a brand new Santa Fe for $6k under MSRP. Like you said, Toyota wouldn't budge on price. We're very satisfied with Hyundai/Kia overall.
They are good vehicles for the money definitly not as good as Honda or Toyota but then again you get what you pay for. For a lot of people like yourself the 6k extra is not worth it. I would take a Kia or Hyundai over any American vehicle and every European vehicle except some of the German cars the older reliable ones that is, the Germans used to make good solid reliable cars believe it or not.
@@gravemind6536 Beautifully put. I used to own some BMW E30s and they absolutely do not make em like that anymore. The electronics and confusers nowadays are a monster.
I got highlander 18 middle of 2018. 19 model had just come out . Both are exactly same thing. but got good $1500 off from dealer from msrp. another $1000 from Toyota rebate sale. could have gotten another $1500 off but went with 0% apr. Sales are there u have to look for them and the dealer straight up said he’d beat the other Toyota dealers price .
No the telluride is. The sorento AND sportage are RAV4 competitors. Both are compact SUV’s the sorento is a compact midsize and the thing that makes the sorento so competitive with other compacts and even its sister car the sportage is that the sorento is the only compact to offer a 3rd row seat
@@tamtam171 KIA Soul was a terrible vehicle. Why would you buy that hideous thing? They have far better models. That was your own mistake for not doing research. My KIA from 2017 is still going and I've had ZERO issues and it's at 75k Miles. My roommate has a 2020 Telluride, thing is sooooo good. Top of the line.
@@Psquared2324 My next KIA was Grand Carnival (Sedona) had a problem with over heating (only 130000 km). End up selling at $200. Stick to Japanese Brand is always the best idea.
The higlander is more than a foot longer and 3 inches wider than the Sorento. The Rav4 is only 7" smaller than the Sorento. The Sorento is closer in volume to the RAV4 than it is a Highlander by quite a bit.
Gabriel Calderon Even considering that, Highlander is considered the same class as the Sorento. Kia Sportage is in the class of the RAV4. Just like the Honda Pilot’s competitor is the Highlander even though it’s noticeable bigger.
Kia really deserves a trophy for most improved car brand in the last decade They've really become dependable Nice looking cars I mean anytime you see a model last 10 + years like the Optima..Def shows something
I have 05 hyundai tucson suv , awd 6cylinders., stills runs like a top with over 350k miles! Starter went out once, other than that , its still a beast!
Even a FIAT owner or BMW owner can say the same about their car. It's not about how long you've had the car. It's about how much work it has needed in that amount of time.
I’ve had the 2006 KIA Sportage, sister car to your Tucson, even though it’s one of the most uncomfortable cars I’ve ever had it’s been just oil and tires for 14 years. I’d like to get new headlight globes and either remove or paint the body cladding. I need something bigger, but the economy of this car can not be beat.
@@nickbennett2205 "one of the most uncomfortable cars for 14 years" and you want to keep it going and drive it? Life is short! Go get something with more ponies!
i am cheap but I Still wont buy a KIA. watch?v=KPQlR7YHQWc Car fire with the 2017 Kia Sorento, 495 Northbound, Littleton, MA watch?v=QfB7o8-1LZ0 2016 Kia Sorento Car Fire watch?v=WdtZKZ3YWwc Car on fire!!! 2015 Kia Optima watch?v=wRoQEO9MOyk 2015 Kia soul/Hyundai burst into flames.
I've had three Toyotas and two Kia's (wife has a Hyundai). Haven't been disappointed at all with our Kia's and Hyundai (collectively over 200k miles). If I could just stop getting hit by uninsured drivers that keep totalling our cars I'd be set.
I've gotten 26mpgs city and 32mpgs on highway on the v6... I rented these a lot as well as the outlander se because the little gas it used and the 3rd row seats...
Fair review. I own a 2018 KIA Forte, bought it new. Honestly I love that car. My daughter is the primary driver and she puts 15K miles a year. We have 36K already and not a problem what so ever. I was at the KIA dealer for an oil change, yes I got keep the warranty, and the 2020 Optima GT is just amazing. Stinger in a Sedan body. I do own a 2009 Camry XLE too, that one is a beast. I am glad to see Scotty is seeing the light on Korean cars.
Yep. Back 15-20 years ago, Kia was kind of a joke. These days, no way! I have a 2020 Sorento with 60,000 miles on it and I love it, it's been a great vehicle.
It’s the weight... not entirely the power. FWD has better mileage than RWD.... but both are way ahead of AWD’s higher drag issues. KIA and Hyundai make heavy cars and SUV’s... that alone is a loose loose because they will be horrible to drive at higher gas costs. But increasing power... eww... but they are cheaper lol
Alterate Awful sure, but even with electric power a lighter vehicle will have bigger autonomy than a heavier one. Plus better performance if same motors are used.
Teslas new are actually the same price as a year old of the same model and spec in the UK, so weirdly its the only car brands that new vehicles are usually better priced than used (makes no sense iknow and this was about the model3)
Bought a 2019 Kia Sorrento fully loaded. Love it runs great, kills it in the snow. Plenty of power. Has push button rear locker. Great fuel economy and very luxurious. Wish we would of waited 6 months and got the Telluride.
the sorento is 7" longer than a Rav4, literally an irrelevant amount. If anything all that does is tell you that the Rav4 has a lot more comfort and cargo room for those 5 people than the sorento has for the 7. Bringing size into this is only proving the Rav4 is better than the sorento.
@@suyesuay9813 That's not true at all, just because one has more seats doesn't mean it is comparably bigger. The sorento has 7" on a Rav4, that should tell you that the sorento has a lot less room for the 7 people.
You have to admit Scotty, KIA and Hyundai are making better cars now a day. They came in #3 spot for most sold cars worldwide. Toyota #1 no surprise and Honda #2
@@justinweaver7553 That's not how it works? Why give longer warranty if your crap won't last as long? People will stay away if it craps out that much. No amount of warranty is worth countless days in the shop.
@@BlueNinjakoopa553 Offer it is one thing, honoring is another, as with any warranty services. You have to convince them that it should be covered by them. But you're probably right, offering such a long warranty would entice more people to buy it. However, word of mouth also goes a long way. Hence why there's still some stigma associated with these Korean cars. That is also changing though, from what I see. No amount of warranty will make me buy a fiat/Chrysler, dodge, jeep, etc.
As an Actually Kia Tech I can tell you now that the reason why there is a 10k warranty is not because they fail a lot, it’s because back in the day in order to get sales When they did fail constitutionally ( 90’s) that was the only way to get sales and it just stuck with the brand it’s what they are known for. There are days where cars don’t even come in for more than just oil changed because they are really reliable cars now.
How cool it would be to be a customer of yours. Drop off the car with complete peace of mind, knowing you won't be ripped off and the job will be done right. These people that have you work on their vehicles are very lucky. I don't trust my mechanic as far as I can throw him.
i am cheap but I Still wont buy a KIA. watch?v=KPQlR7YHQWc Car fire with the 2017 Kia Sorento, 495 Northbound, Littleton, MA watch?v=QfB7o8-1LZ0 2016 Kia Sorento Car Fire watch?v=WdtZKZ3YWwc Car on fire!!! 2015 Kia Optima watch?v=wRoQEO9MOyk 2015 Kia soul/Hyundai burst into flames.
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Kia Sorento is much lager! Midsize SUV for 5 to 7 passengers and higher towing capacity and much more features on higher trims! Rav4 is a compact and 5 passenger only with limited features!
Had a 2016 with the V6 & AWD. Man it was FAST! It got totaled (bad crash, wife walked away. Did a great job of protecting her) so now we have a 2019 with the 4cyl & it has plenty of power. 100% satisfied with it. Great car.
C Morris no not really the telluride is the highlander competitor the sorento is a competitor to the equinox, RAV4, Edge and other compact midsize family SUV’s except the sorento has a 3rd row seat unlike all other competitors
I was going to make the same comment. The Highlander would cost way more and the difference in gas mileage is due to the fact that this is not the correct comparison vehicle to the Rav 4.
@@masternobody1896 Sure, if you drive an average 6k miles per year and you give your vehicle great respect. I have a 1987 Nissan 4x4 truck 137k miles .
@@masternobody1896 you Must change your engine oil every every 5000miles, 3000 in in dirt road driving. If you drive less THAN 6000 per YEAR, CHANG EVERY YEAR..... SCOTTY does not anser Questions here.
KIA, warranty, what warranty. I had one break in half in my driveway under it's own weight with nothing in it but some lemon signs. If Killed In Action refused to honor the warranty your screwed. Getting a lawyer costs more than the car. They fight you in court tooth and nail over every piece of paper and picture that is put into evidence . It happened to me . It will happen to you. You have been WARNED.
I owned a KIA for 10 years, ran great and reliable (bought used; put on 110k Miles than sold). Now I own a used 2015 Kia soul EV +. Great car; New Main battery under warranty. Great savings. Happy Customer!
I own the 2016 Kia Sorento SV. V6 model Awd. All the bellsal and whistles for $34k new. Only 46k miles thus far. Never had an issue besides the horn went out and dealer replaced it under warranty. I do my regular oil change and brakes changes and go. I get approximately 17mpg mixed. I'm very happy with the truck. Scotty just confirmed my approval. 😉
@@chocolatewheelchair yea could be better for sure. But I live in NY. Mostly traffic. And when I get a open I floor it... My wife does a bit better like 21mpg when she drives. Car keeps a record of the round trips which is cool.
Scotty’s issue is that he often makes invalid comparisons. Those sorentos compete in the midsize suv class much more comparable to a highlander or 4Runner in size. That is why things such as gas mileage would be worse in the sorento. A proper comparison to the RAV4, which is a compact crossover, would be the Kia Sportage.
In 2010 I purchased a 4 cyl. three-row (seven passengers) 2011 Kia Sorento built in West Point, GA. Today in 2020 I have about 90k miles on it and have paid out of pocket for two batteries, a set of windshield wipers, and normal maintenance. That's all! My local dealer included "free tires for life" in the purchase agreement. Under warranty, I have had a rear door seal, rear-wheel speed sensors, and airbags replaced. I have not been gentle on it, a few rattles and squeaks have developed, and I only average around 18 miles per gallon. All things considered, it has turned out to be a very good buying experience.
I have a stinger gt1. They are fun as hell and practical with the hatch sport back. Also is very well equiped on all trims and 10k to 20k less then competition.
I have a 2012 Kia Sedona with a 3.5 V6 it's been a great van it has that same 6 speed automatic transmission it's got good power in this van we love it
jerry chung rav4 is a compact not sub. Sorento is also compact. The sorento is a compact midsize just like a rav4 . All compact SUV’s have only 2 row seats. The sorento is the only one that had a 3rd row. A sub compact is a a vehicle like a new 2021 Kia Seltos and the Toyota C-HR
@jerry chung You’re right, it’s an unfair comparison, with all due respect to Scotty. The Rav4 is a compact CUV though (more comparable to the Sportage), not a subcompact.
Thanks for your review Scotty. I would like to clarify some points here. A 2016 Kia Sorrento with 290hp was meant to compete with the Toyota Highlander, but was priced to compete with a base level Toyota RAV-4 which has 195hp. In 2020, a used 2016 Kia Sorrento LX will cost 66% the price of a used 2016 Toyota RAV4 with the same mileage, while giving you 95hp more power, a larger more upscale interior cabin, modern electronic conveniences such as Android and Apple Play which the Toyotas do not offer, as well as more cargo and towing capacity. I would love to see you do a review of the Kia Telluride, the Genesis G70 and the Genesis GV80 in the future. Thanks Scotty, and keep up the good work.
You spoke of about how cheap you could purchase one, but what does that say about the DEPRECIATION of one? Hmmm. I'm concerned about those Direct Injection Kia/Hyundai engines that I just don't know about...
@@carlosmatias474 What surprises me is that the my 2020 Sorento with the V-6 gets better gas mileage than my wife's 2018 RAV4. I love the RAV4 but Toyota pissed me off when they discontinued the V-6 and only offer 4-bangers now. As for gas mileage, wifey's RAV averages about 23 MPG when running my usual mix of highway driving and city. My Sorento in that same regime gets right around 25. On a road trip where I'm running mostly 80-85 on the interstate with cruise-control on, my Sorento gets 28-30 MPG and long as I'm not running into a terrible head-wind or doing crazy hills. I'm a Sorento fan now.
@@carlosmatias474 Damn, that is good. That gas mileage is right in line with my first car, the 1990 Honda Civic 4-door sedan. And I guarantee you that Civic is a lot more gutless. I was in the Navy at the time, so I just needed something to get me around town and to/from work. Civic was great for reliability, loved the gas mileage, but it was gutless and needed a couple more gears, the 5-speed revved like it was ready to explode if you ever got it up to 75 MPH. That car didn't have a tac, so I don't know how high it was revving, but it didn't sound good.
I own a 2014 Kia Sorento 4 cylinder. Bought it used at 60k three years ago. Now it has just over 110k. Had no major issues on it. Had that engine recall done that the 2014's were targeted and mine passed inspection and I got a lifetime engine warranty as a bonus. Kia takes care of their cars. I mean who else would give a lifetime engine warranty on their cars? I had a rear speed sensor go out and Kia took care of that also for free. Other than that I had no other issues. I change my oil every 10k-12k miles using Royal Purple. Already changed my spark plugs because they are right in front and easy to get to. This spring I'm going to change all four brake pads in my driveway because it's so easy on these cars. Going to get new tires this spring as well. Hell, I still have the factory battery in it. Starts right up every single time even in below freezing here in Ohio. I put a can of gas cleaner in every 5k miles because GDI engines are notorious for getting dirty cylinders. I even drive in ECO mode full time because if I don't, the engine has too much power and I basically launch off a green light which I hate. So I'm saving a little gas and getting better response from it. I owned a 2010 Kia Soul that I bought new in 2009. One of the best cars I ever owned. No issues what-so-ever. Had the 100k warranty that I didn't even use. Drove it for 140k miles before the wife totaled it on the highway crashing into the center wall on a rainy day. No one was hurt. All airbags went off. My wife and kids walked away from it and the car saved their lives. By the way the Soul had its original battery in it also which I was shocked it lasted so long. She totaled it in 2017 so it went eight years on the factory battery. Insurance inspector gave me $7000 for the car since it was totaled. I was shocked at how much it kept its value. 140k miles and an eight year old car still worth that much. I took the check and bought the Sorento.
My wife drives a 2013 Sorento LX with the 3.5 V6. She loves it. It has 140,000 miles, and runs and drives great. Other than oil, filter, tires, and wipers, I've changed the spark plugs and replaced brake pads. I keep checking the hoses and belts, but the originals are still going strong. Amazing after years in the Texas heat.
I had a 1997 Kia Sephia, back then they were owned by Ford/Mazda and shared the engine with the Miata, I loved it, owned it for 8 years and only sold it because I moved to Florida and it was too expensive to ship here, bought a 2001 Kia Spectra (Hyundai tech) when I moved here, wasn't too impressed. So they went from being great, to mediocre and back to great.
I have a 2015 sorento AWD 2.4 sorento I bought new and I am very hard on it. 70k miles today and still runs and shifts like a dream. Never had a problem with it. First set of tires lasted me 60k and I got 55k out of the original breaks and rotors. Still looks and feels new. Goes out in every snow storm and plows threw the snow with my Michelin snow tires. I can not wait to get the new 2021. This one we will keep as extra.
I love my 2018 Kia Soul. It has good pickup and it gets much better gas mileage than advertised. It also feels sturdy. I have the 6 speed automatic and it shifts like a dream.
I used to sell Kia's at a dealership. They are pretty nice now. The best thing is their warranty. You can't beat the warranty. Still prefer Toyota tho :)
@benz merc Hyundai and Kia prefer to keep their cars more modern versus Toyota who likes to keep their cars more outdated for reliability, so it may not be soon that Hyundai and kia will match toyota for reliability.
I'm very glad you are actually comparing these now. I recently purchased a Kia van as it saved me over $13,000 over a comparable Toyota. Toyota is nice, absolutely, but if you want a great car at a great price, and I NEVER thought I would say this, but you should get a Kia.
Ive owned two so far new 2015. Just oil changes leased turned in at 26k. Then a used 2016 SXL again just reg maintenance. 46k now. Prob upgrade to Palisade or Telluride. But the new upcoming Sorrento's are hott.
My brother got a used 2011 Kia Optima GDI. Currently over 130k and no major problem since 60k. Just regular oil change, replaced brake pads, and had alignment done - he hit the fence in the winter. Very smooth ride, roomy and great gas mileage.
Recently bought a used 2017 Hyundai SantaFe Sport (identical to the Sorento mechanically). When new three years ago, my fully-loaded model sold for around $45k (whoever bought it new checked off every freaking box on the option list, including the dealer-installed vent visors). I picked it up for just $20k with 30,000 miles on the clock. I have to say, I absolutely LOVE this vehicle. Being a Hyundai-certified pre-owned vehicle, it included the balance of the 10/100k factory powertrain warranty. I cross-shopped Toyota Rav-4s, but they were a bit smaller, and I didn't like the ride quality.
We got a Kia Forte 7 years ago, after 175k miles it's still going great without any issues. Dealer gives us free oil changes. Last year I got an Optima and I love how it drives, quick acceleration, great fuel economy, and comfortable and easy to drive.
Look up the car sizes and volumes, the RAV4 while slightly (7") shorter than the Sorento, it actually has a lot more internal space to work with than the Sorento.
That's what I thought. Then my motor died, my steering had to be rebuilt, the radiator leaked, the waste gate got stuck twice, the brake pedal sensor broke twice, the fuel gauge stopped working half the time, and there was a mountain of recalls. So yeah, just wait. Consider selling after the court ordered settlement warranty extension expires.
@@thivakarsaravanamuthu4744 My brother and I each own a 13 Hybrid sonata. We each have roughly 198k never had any major issues. He does have a bad habit of hitting things in his and it still runs like a top.
I have a 2015 KIA Sorento SX Limited (3.3L) and it's been an absolute dream. We bought it as a lease trade-in in 2017, and it's had very few issues since we bought it. It now has 85K miles, and I'm considering a carbon cleaning (GDI engine) but I do oil changes every 5K miles, and general maintenance. I have a code scanner, and tools to do any minor work needed. Worst issue I've had was a recent failure of the timing chain guide and idler due to a failed PCV valve. Lesson learned, all fixed now, and running like a top!
Kia Rios are total deathtraps on SoCal freeways!!!!! My BMW dealer would always give me one as a loaner. They don't brake, when you slam on the brakes hard, the front end nosedives. Plus they have 0 acceleration I would be deaf by the time I got to work!!!
Kia really have upped their game, my wife has a 2015 Rio with 78,xxx km and it has never given any problems, change the oil every 8k and changed the transmission oil at 40,xxx and works like a dream nothing has come apart, even the plastics are good and I'm in the Caribbean where the sun kills plastics.
“Same size as a RAV4.” Put your Scottys on glasses lol it’s larger. Not the same size. Edit: Sorento is 189 in length, rav4 is 182. Sorento is a Mid size SUV and RAV4 is a compact SUV.
I just left a similar comment. The fact that they can cost "around" the same, shows you the value in the Kia. My comment starts off saying it's a class or two above the Rav 4.
I am driving this exact model Kia Sorento. Same color and everything. The 4 cyl engine is susceptible to a problem burning excess oil. Like a quart every 500 miles. Mine did. Thankfully, at 75k miles, Kia replaced the engine under warranty. It now has a lifetime warranty for the engine (power train warranty expires at 100k).
I have a 2007 Hyundai Entourage mini van with 160,000 miles, bar none best vehicle I’ve owned,had Honda,Toyota Mazda Nissan, and NA cars. This van can cruise all day at 90 mph with power to spare, its crazy never had a vehicle like this before, will definitely be buying the Teluride when 2021 comes out.
The Koreans really are catching up. I have a 2004 Elantra with 253k miles and it hasn't had any major issues yet with regular maintenance. It doesnt seem like it's going out anytime soon either. I'm sure the newer ones are even better built and can last even longer.
My wife bought a 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe in August of 2015. It has 70K kms. and it still has the original tires on it. Other than front brakes, oil changes, filter changes, etc, it's been great! No issues what so ever. AND that's with my 25 year old son driving it as well. It has the 2.4 non-turbo engine.
The sorento competes with rav4 with the sportage both a compact SUV’s but the sorento is a compact midsize. The telluride is the highlander competitor. The sorento competes with other compacts and even its sister car the sportage because the sorento is the only one that offers a 3rd row seat
I bought a used 2016 Kia Sedona SXL. Fully loaded. I love it. It was a tossup between the Toyota Sienna or Kia Sedona, and I love the Sedona. Was 5k cheaper, looks MUCH better, more comfortable, much better drivetrain warranty, more luxurious, and has 2nd row captains chair with leg support that recline. You might not see them often in the US, but you'll see them EVERYWHERE in Korea. The Sedona is the go-to luxury family hauler there.
Two questions: 1. I understand the tradeoff between fuel economy versus horsepower/acceleration, but is there also a tradeoff between engine longevity and horsepower (all else being equal)? 2. How does a weak battery damage the alternator?
I just purchased a Kia. 2015 Kia K900 with 52000 miles. I hope it holds up. No codes showing up on scanner and it runs and drives smooth. I really like KIA design language. Mine was made in Korea. It has a 420 hp V8 and is very nice.
I have a 2013 base model Sorento and I absolutely love it. Had it for little more than a year and nothing but good things to say. I love my little SUV and though it's a 4 cylinder it's pretty darn fun to drive. Keep up the good work 🙏
I am a diehard Toyota fan, but my wife saw a 2010 kia forte ex she wanted very bad, so we got it. 4 years later it has 120,000 miles on it so far and it has been perfect. No problems whatsoever and I drive cars hard. I'm impressed with it.
Kia and Hyundai are great cars. I've had my Sonata for 4yrs got it at 108k now at 181k, no engine or transmission issue. The only issue it has it horrible aftermarket suspension parts that keep wearing out fast. And that's not the car's fault.
I really don't get in a particular brand or model. To be honest with you most of the time I'm just happy to have a functional car LOL! I had a Jeep Liberty a 2008 for the last 7 years. At the start of 2020 my Jeep had OVER 200,000 miles on it. I started to have little problems here and there. I finally broke down and bought a brand new a Kia Telluride. Just the base model but after 9 months with it. I have to tell you it is a dream come true. God bless all of you and please stay safe.
My wife has a 2007 Kia ceed. Bought from new. 165000km now. Other than new discs, clutch and battery, the car is going strong. Regular oil change and services works wonders.
Wife has a 2012 Sorento and the engine went out at 130k. However, engine was replaced for free due to a recall. We'll see how long this new engine lasts.
I've had two Kia Sedona's. 2006 I bought new and sold recently with 230,000 miles. The new owner drives by my house to work everyday. I bought a 2014 Sedona new. Currently 111,000 miles. All I have done to both vehicles is normal maintenance, oil, tires, brakes. On the 2006 I changed the spark plugs at 160,000 and it they were still good. On the 2014 i recently took them out and put them back. Good as new. They are both the luxury models and were about 8,000 cheaper than the best Chrysler and Honda. I would probably buy another one.
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Scotty Kilmer Hey Scotty. Good video! I have a 2004 and a 2009 Pontiac Vibe, with the Toyota Matrix engines. What’s your opinion on the Vibes?
@@GodofWarChuka their good cars, 90% the same as the matrix so you're good to go
i’m looking at a 2017 volkswagen jetta sport with the turbo charged engine and automatic transmission, it has 32,000 miles and cost $9,900. is this a good buy?
MR2 or Miata for a beginner but fun project car? - How do you feel about MR2's?
I pray Hyundai/Kia keep up with quality and price so Toyota and Honda feel the competition. It's a win for the consumer.
ChArLz In ChArGe even mazda is starting to catch up, their producing their own transmission as well
Logan Mazda is better then Honda at tht moment
I have these 2 friends. 1 owns a Hyundai, I believe a 2014 or so and the other owns a 2015 Kia Optima Turbo and they both love them. So I hope they really are getting better.
Meanwhile chevy ford and chrysler are terribly designed. But they look prettier.
Great point.
I got a 2014 Kia Sorento that has over 250,000 miles on it. Still runs like a champion, never had to replace anything! Replaced battery and Alternator at 190,000 miles. Transmission shifts 👌 Perfect! No leaks or cracks.
Wow really good news to hear
be careful of the oil line blowing and causing the alternator to go bad
I've had 3 Hyundais go over 200k with no drama. My wife just got a brand new Santa Fe for $6k under MSRP. Like you said, Toyota wouldn't budge on price. We're very satisfied with Hyundai/Kia overall.
They are good vehicles for the money definitly not as good as Honda or Toyota but then again you get what you pay for. For a lot of people like yourself the 6k extra is not worth it. I would take a Kia or Hyundai over any American vehicle and every European vehicle except some of the German cars the older reliable ones that is, the Germans used to make good solid reliable cars believe it or not.
@@gravemind6536 Beautifully put. I used to own some BMW E30s and they absolutely do not make em like that anymore. The electronics and confusers nowadays are a monster.
Gravemind Ford is pretty solid too now, especially since they’ve stopped making cars
I got highlander 18 middle of 2018. 19 model had just come out . Both are exactly same thing. but got good $1500 off from dealer from msrp. another $1000 from Toyota rebate sale. could have gotten another $1500 off but went with 0% apr. Sales are there u have to look for them and the dealer straight up said he’d beat the other Toyota dealers price .
@@ScarletKnightmare if you can figure out how NPN transistors, logic gates, BCMs and PTC sensors work you can fix any car
I work at Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia. I painted that car!!
I saw some orange peeling!! LOL
Seth - I suspect what you saw was peach peeling...
@@sethpawlik oranges are supposed to peel
@@sethpawlik Every new (affordable) car's factory paint I see in at least the last decade makes an orange look like glass.
U dont say😑
Actually that model is a competitor of the Toyota Highlander. The Sportage competes RAV4.
@@oolavitzoo True
No the telluride is. The sorento AND sportage are RAV4 competitors. Both are compact SUV’s the sorento is a compact midsize and the thing that makes the sorento so competitive with other compacts and even its sister car the sportage is that the sorento is the only compact to offer a 3rd row seat
@@queenhoe9006 Cool vehicle with an unusual design. I like it though.
Exactly
This is correct but it would be harder for him to piss on any model thats not a Toyota or Honda. Old school mechanic with old school thinking.
I had Kia's for 15 years, and i can say, they're very reliable and nice vehicules.
My KIA Soul was a bad car. It always has stupid problems all the time (only 140k). Korean car has nothing improved but the marketing.
@@tamtam171 KIA Soul was a terrible vehicle. Why would you buy that hideous thing? They have far better models. That was your own mistake for not doing research. My KIA from 2017 is still going and I've had ZERO issues and it's at 75k Miles. My roommate has a 2020 Telluride, thing is sooooo good. Top of the line.
@@Psquared2324 My next KIA was Grand Carnival (Sedona) had a problem with over heating (only 130000 km). End up selling at $200. Stick to Japanese Brand is always the best idea.
@@tamtam171 I do think Toyota is better, totally agree. But KIA is a nice 2nd or 3rd option for sure. Toyota, Honda and Kia are great vehicles.
How about 2009 sorento?
The Sorento is actually about the size of the highlander
That is what I was thinking. This is a whole size up from the rav4z
The higlander is more than a foot longer and 3 inches wider than the Sorento. The Rav4 is only 7" smaller than the Sorento. The Sorento is closer in volume to the RAV4 than it is a Highlander by quite a bit.
@@umbraviventem You are correct but it's still not a Rav4 competitor. It's the same length as the Toyota 4Runner and the rest of the mid-sized SUVs.
No the telluride actually
Gabriel Calderon Even considering that, Highlander is considered the same class as the Sorento. Kia Sportage is in the class of the RAV4.
Just like the Honda Pilot’s competitor is the Highlander even though it’s noticeable bigger.
While Nissan and GM are going down, the Koreans are going up, chasing Toyota.
Same with Mazda, they're chasing the Toyota dragon as well.
@@Mavvyd96 They can't match Toyota's long term durability.
Ford seems to be the only one putting in effort for the USA.... they aren't perfect, but their cars/trucks have been good to our family.
@Allan Flores Renault is alright (at least here in Europe), while GM is indeed trash, just look at Saab and Opel/Vauxhall!
And they can't match the Toyota veinta 1997-2001 vienta sexy looks
Kia really deserves a trophy for most improved car brand in the last decade They've really become dependable Nice looking cars I mean anytime you see a model last 10 + years like the Optima..Def shows something
Manny SUAREZ fr tho
Old kia (except the 1st gen sportage): crap old toyota: best new toyota: crap new kia: best
@@wc2006 What?
I've got a 2020 Sorento, 60,000 miles, and I love it. It's been a great vehicle.
I have 05 hyundai tucson suv , awd 6cylinders., stills runs like a top with over 350k miles! Starter went out once, other than that , its still a beast!
What all work have you had done on it?
Lol
Even a FIAT owner or BMW owner can say the same about their car.
It's not about how long you've had the car. It's about how much work it has needed in that amount of time.
I’ve had the 2006 KIA Sportage, sister car to your Tucson, even though it’s one of the most uncomfortable cars I’ve ever had it’s been just oil and tires for 14 years. I’d like to get new headlight globes and either remove or paint the body cladding. I need something bigger, but the economy of this car can not be beat.
@@nickbennett2205 "one of the most uncomfortable cars for 14 years" and you want to keep it going and drive it? Life is short! Go get something with more ponies!
The commercial asked, "What would you do if you had a billion dollars.?"
I'd open a chain of Scotty Kilmer car repair centers!
i am cheap but I Still wont buy a KIA.
watch?v=KPQlR7YHQWc
Car fire with the 2017 Kia Sorento, 495 Northbound, Littleton, MA
watch?v=QfB7o8-1LZ0
2016 Kia Sorento Car Fire
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Car on fire!!! 2015 Kia Optima
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2015 Kia soul/Hyundai burst into flames.
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
+ Wells Gone Far If I had a million dollars I'd buy me a K car. A reliant automobile
@Pyar Squared we just do not know YET.
I would NEVER risk. why would you take unnecessary risk for no reason?
My 2011 Sportage still runs perfectly. It got 110k already I love it.
Kia/Hyundai have really come a long way
Yes but they have a long way to go still.
@@dominicdo Not really have you seen their new line ups they are crushing the affordable suv and car markets
Maurice Kwurue straight up
@@dominicdo With the way Honda is going with turbo/GDI, and CVTs, I don't think Kia/Hyundai has to go much further.
The Kia stinger is an awesome car for less money. Go try one, and you won't look at a Corolla/Camry. And the are reliable these days
I've had three Toyotas and two Kia's (wife has a Hyundai). Haven't been disappointed at all with our Kia's and Hyundai (collectively over 200k miles). If I could just stop getting hit by uninsured drivers that keep totalling our cars I'd be set.
That’s happening to me with my Hyundai as well!
2016 Kia Sorento 4 cyl MPG is 21 city, 29 highway. I think you were looking at the V6 MPG Scotty. It's also bigger than the Rav4.
Not to mention Rav4 Is ugly as hell
watch?v=QfB7o8-1LZ0
2016 Kia Sorento Car Fire
I've gotten 26mpgs city and 32mpgs on highway on the v6... I rented these a lot as well as the outlander se because the little gas it used and the 3rd row seats...
@@bbbbbbbbbbbefw1606 Nobody cares about your cause dawg!! Just go away man
If I was gonna buy a Sorento, I'd go with the V6. I've read the 4 cyl. Is a bit under powered.
Fair review. I own a 2018 KIA Forte, bought it new. Honestly I love that car. My daughter is the primary driver and she puts 15K miles a year. We have 36K already and not a problem what so ever. I was at the KIA dealer for an oil change, yes I got keep the warranty, and the 2020 Optima GT is just amazing. Stinger in a Sedan body. I do own a 2009 Camry XLE too, that one is a beast. I am glad to see Scotty is seeing the light on Korean cars.
Yep. Back 15-20 years ago, Kia was kind of a joke. These days, no way! I have a 2020 Sorento with 60,000 miles on it and I love it, it's been a great vehicle.
Regarding gas mileage: _You can't have the ponies, if you don't feed them._
U can if u have electric power
But low autonomy
It’s the weight... not entirely the power.
FWD has better mileage than RWD.... but both are way ahead of AWD’s higher drag issues.
KIA and Hyundai make heavy cars and SUV’s... that alone is a loose loose because they will be horrible to drive at higher gas costs. But increasing power... eww...
but they are cheaper lol
Alterate Awful sure, but even with electric power a lighter vehicle will have bigger autonomy than a heavier one.
Plus better performance if same motors are used.
The one thing he didn't point out was that the Rav4 also uses a CVT and the Kia doesn't which would be a difference in MPG.
My 700 ponies agree
I have had two kias and they never skipped a beat and everything worked that's why they give them 7 years warranty I love them as my everyday drive
"For some reason, if I started losing my mind and I was going to buy a brand new vehicle"... Good one, Scotty!
Teslas new are actually the same price as a year old of the same model and spec in the UK, so weirdly its the only car brands that new vehicles are usually better priced than used (makes no sense iknow and this was about the model3)
Lol
Bought a 2019 Kia Sorrento fully loaded. Love it runs great, kills it in the snow. Plenty of power. Has push button rear locker. Great fuel economy and very luxurious. Wish we would of waited 6 months and got the Telluride.
@Rippin Lips how many mileage now on the odometer?
A Sorento is more comparable to a Highlander than a RAV4. The Sportage is what is comparable to a RAV4.
Collin Beard that’s what I was gonna say. Sorento is definitely bigger than a RAV4
Sorento is 7 seaters while Rav 4 is 5 seaters so, obviously the first one is bigger.
the sorento is 7" longer than a Rav4, literally an irrelevant amount. If anything all that does is tell you that the Rav4 has a lot more comfort and cargo room for those 5 people than the sorento has for the 7. Bringing size into this is only proving the Rav4 is better than the sorento.
@Hentai is healthy it's 7" longer, that is barely giant. There are much bigger SUVs
@@suyesuay9813 That's not true at all, just because one has more seats doesn't mean it is comparably bigger. The sorento has 7" on a Rav4, that should tell you that the sorento has a lot less room for the 7 people.
My 2019 Sorento get 35 mpg on highway. Kia had more room and more refinement than Rav 4 we drove. No regrets The Kia has been super!
You have to admit Scotty, KIA and Hyundai are making better cars now a day. They came in #3 spot for most sold cars worldwide. Toyota #1 no surprise and Honda #2
Kia and Hyundai are dogshit, they have 100k warranties because they don't last that long most the time
@@justinweaver7553
That's not how it works? Why give longer warranty if your crap won't last as long? People will stay away if it craps out that much. No amount of warranty is worth countless days in the shop.
@@BlueNinjakoopa553
Offer it is one thing, honoring is another, as with any warranty services. You have to convince them that it should be covered by them. But you're probably right, offering such a long warranty would entice more people to buy it. However, word of mouth also goes a long way. Hence why there's still some stigma associated with these Korean cars. That is also changing though, from what I see. No amount of warranty will make me buy a fiat/Chrysler, dodge, jeep, etc.
As an Actually Kia Tech I can tell you now that the reason why there is a 10k warranty is not because they fail a lot, it’s because back in the day in order to get sales When they did fail constitutionally ( 90’s) that was the only way to get sales and it just stuck with the brand it’s what they are known for. There are days where cars don’t even come in for more than just oil changed because they are really reliable cars now.
Where u getting the info that Honda is number 2?
I have a 2013 Kia Soul. I have had Hondas, Toyotas, Fords and GM vehicles. The 2013 Kia Soul is by far the best vehicle I have ever owned.
dont tell anybody.. WE ARE LEGION
annon white SOUL driver
BULL
Too bad you've never drove a good car
@@FitFatFit he had Toyota too they are great cars
Wow awesome been debating hard on buying a used kia soul
This is the kind of stuff I like seeing, honest people giving honest opinions:)
Scotty "There's No Arguing That" Kilmer
And knowledgeable!
I bought my 2019 Kia Optima S back in July. Absolutely love mine! Been getting upwards to 40 mpg and very quick too!
How cool it would be to be a customer of yours. Drop off the car with complete peace of mind, knowing you won't be ripped off and the job will be done right. These people that have you work on their vehicles are very lucky. I don't trust my mechanic as far as I can throw him.
Klevis - I am buying the house next door and having Scotty move in to it... for free
It's really sad that it's well known that you can't trust mechanics. Good trustworthy ones are hard to come by.
I have a mechanic like Scotty here in Garland TX
Who is in Garland? I am close to that area
@@dontdomeboo81 Shout out Texas
We have had a 2010 forte, 2015 soul and now a 2019 Rio and Forte, all of them have been great!
Scotty: I’m cheap.
His SON: Dad I’m cheap Too
Scotty: I'm cheap, because I have only 10 grand per month from UA-cam
@@danielm8106 hundred grand per month
i am cheap but I Still wont buy a KIA.
watch?v=KPQlR7YHQWc
Car fire with the 2017 Kia Sorento, 495 Northbound, Littleton, MA
watch?v=QfB7o8-1LZ0
2016 Kia Sorento Car Fire
watch?v=WdtZKZ3YWwc
Car on fire!!! 2015 Kia Optima
watch?v=wRoQEO9MOyk
2015 Kia soul/Hyundai burst into flames.
@@joepierson3859 nah
@@j_freed views are based on a monthly total...they count the million views from a vid on a new month...every month it starts with a new count, so just because you have over a million views in january doesn't mean the million views continue in february. you start over counter when it comes to revenues. because if it was accumulation then those one hit viral video owners could quit their day job. so if you have a million views on a vid in january and 200k in february. you're getting paid based on 200k views in february and not for 1.2 mil views in february.
We have a 2013 sorento V6 w 100K on it. Never had a problem. Runs pretty sweet 4 us!
Kia Sorento is much lager! Midsize SUV for 5 to 7 passengers and higher towing capacity and much more features on higher trims! Rav4 is a compact and 5 passenger only with limited features!
Yes, and more safety features too; not comparing apple to apple here. Strictly on cost, but then if you factor in resale value; it's a moot point.
@@tdgdbs1 yeah Kia/Hyundai have tons of safety features and top scores in crash test!
It is not lager. It's pilsner. Get yer fact straight!
@@yelapa999 IPA
I'll take a Rav4 any day over that Kia. I don't care if the Kia is bigger.
Had a 2016 with the V6 & AWD. Man it was FAST! It got totaled (bad crash, wife walked away. Did a great job of protecting her) so now we have a 2019 with the 4cyl & it has plenty of power. 100% satisfied with it. Great car.
I'm glad your wife was safe...
Wow. Glad your wife was alright.
The sorrento is closer to a highlander. Sportage is the rav4 competitor
C Morris no not really the telluride is the highlander competitor the sorento is a competitor to the equinox, RAV4, Edge and other compact midsize family SUV’s except the sorento has a 3rd row seat unlike all other competitors
@@queenhoe9006 I still think it's too big in comparison
@@queenhoe9006 Telluride is a lot bigger than the Highlander, with 3 times the towing capacity.
Conner’s Vlogs no no no...Highlander is comparable to Sorento- midsize SUVs. RAV4 and Sportage are comparable - compact SUVs
Finally Sir Scotty gave a (relatively) good words for Kia. Things change ..
Not really a fair comparison, Scotty. The Sorento competes with the Highlander so it is way cheaper than the Toyota equivalent
Maithem Mahdi yea it does look a little bigger
Exactly. The Rav 4 is the equivalent of the KIA Sportage.
That's right! I really like Scotty but this time he missed the mark.
@@j_freed 😂
Hyundai and kia king of reliability and durability my hyundai elantra clocked over 200k miles without any problem
I have had kias (just 2) over the last 20 plus years never had any major issues.
Sweet. Just bought my first Kia. I'm really impressed so far.
Timothy Clark what’d you get?
@@tails300 2015 KIA K900 with 52000 miles.
Timothy Clark nice enjoy it 👍🏽
@@tails300 thank you
Scotty, isn’t a Sportage KIA’s answer to the RAV4 and a Sorrento KIA’s answer to the Highlander?
I was going to make the same comment. The Highlander would cost way more and the difference in gas mileage is due to the fact that this is not the correct comparison vehicle to the Rav 4.
yea the sorento is quite a bit bigger. i dont even fit in a rav4 lol.
Correct, Scotty needs to get it straight.
Correct
I believe the sorentos a 5 seater like the rav 4 and the highlanders a 8 seater like the new palasade ?
Congrats on hitting over 3mill subs
hello and thanks!
@@scottykilmer scoty should i buy 2020 rav 4 or 4 runner or high lander....can it last 30 years
@@scottykilmer is going to ok my 2015 rav 4 i havenot change the oil for 5 months nov to feb 2020 ....is ok....when should i changed the oil
@@masternobody1896 Sure, if you drive an average 6k miles per year and you give your vehicle great respect. I have a 1987 Nissan 4x4 truck 137k miles .
@@masternobody1896 you Must change your engine oil every every 5000miles, 3000 in in dirt road driving. If you drive less THAN 6000 per YEAR, CHANG EVERY YEAR..... SCOTTY does not anser Questions here.
10 year/100k miles warranty, can’t go wrong
In Australia Kia warranty is 7 years and unlimited kilometres.
@BBBBBBBBBBBefw 5 years is what most new cars offer. So it's not much to complain about with Kia's warranty when you are the second owner.
KIA, warranty, what warranty. I had one break in half in my driveway under it's own weight with nothing in it but some lemon signs. If Killed In Action refused to honor the warranty your screwed. Getting a lawyer costs more than the car. They fight you in court tooth and nail over every piece of paper and picture that is put into evidence . It happened to me . It will happen to you.
You have been WARNED.
@@ogremgtow990 break in half.That is a warranty issue at factory assembly level.
@@RJ-jh9fs After my experience with a Killed In Action car you couldn't give me a Korean made anything.
I owned a KIA for 10 years, ran great and reliable (bought used; put on 110k Miles than sold). Now I own a used 2015 Kia soul EV +. Great car; New Main battery under warranty. Great savings. Happy Customer!
Soul EV's are really nice. Range sucks but great around town.
@Charles N yup if you want range then buy a Tesla.
@@mtbse789 Work commuter...free charging is available at work. 😆 And I get over 100miles per charge!
Telluride owner. I've had this vehicle a year and I'm still as happy as the day I got it.
When I take my car for an oil change next week I’m gonna ask to sit in one. I wanna see how nice they are 😫.
Great! I just ordered one. It should be ready in May
@@moparmission7093 you will not be disappointed.
I own the 2016 Kia Sorento SV. V6 model Awd. All the bellsal and whistles for $34k new. Only 46k miles thus far. Never had an issue besides the horn went out and dealer replaced it under warranty. I do my regular oil change and brakes changes and go. I get approximately 17mpg mixed. I'm very happy with the truck. Scotty just confirmed my approval. 😉
I do too kia is pretty good now adays. Now early 2000s i would laugh if anyone owned kia but now it's actually fine and the warranty is insane
Ouch on fuel economy
@@chocolatewheelchair yea could be better for sure. But I live in NY. Mostly traffic. And when I get a open I floor it... My wife does a bit better like 21mpg when she drives. Car keeps a record of the round trips which is cool.
Scotty’s issue is that he often makes invalid comparisons. Those sorentos compete in the midsize suv class much more comparable to a highlander or 4Runner in size. That is why things such as gas mileage would be worse in the sorento. A proper comparison to the RAV4, which is a compact crossover, would be the Kia Sportage.
I have a Kia Rondo with 400 000k and runs like a charm. Best car i ever had.
In 2010 I purchased a 4 cyl. three-row (seven passengers) 2011 Kia Sorento built in West Point, GA. Today in 2020 I have about 90k miles on it and have paid out of pocket for two batteries, a set of windshield wipers, and normal maintenance. That's all! My local dealer included "free tires for life" in the purchase agreement. Under warranty, I have had a rear door seal, rear-wheel speed sensors, and airbags replaced. I have not been gentle on it, a few rattles and squeaks have developed, and I only average around 18 miles per gallon. All things considered, it has turned out to be a very good buying experience.
I have kia stinger and love it
Nice car. Going to pick up one soon
I want one 😒😒, i heard they are fun as hell
I want the stinger! But I have a family and that's not a family car. Plus there is basically no trunk space.
I have a stinger gt1. They are fun as hell and practical with the hatch sport back. Also is very well equiped on all trims and 10k to 20k less then competition.
I have a 2.0L Premium and love it!
I have a 2018 Hyundai Tucson which I bought brand new. Put 35k miles on it so far and I’ve been very happy with it.
I have a 2016 Kia Soul 2.0, and I am very happy with it.
I have a 2012 Kia Sedona with a 3.5 V6 it's been a great van it has that same 6 speed automatic transmission it's got good power in this van we love it
Rav 4 is a sub compact cuv and sorrento is a mid size cuv. Mpg and pricing, you would wanna compare it to high lander, not the rav 4!
jerry chung rav4 is a compact not sub. Sorento is also compact. The sorento is a compact midsize just like a rav4 . All compact SUV’s have only 2 row seats. The sorento is the only one that had a 3rd row. A sub compact is a a vehicle like a new 2021 Kia Seltos and the Toyota C-HR
@@queenhoe9006 Correct on the Rav4 but the Sorento is a mid-sized, like the 4Runner. The highlander is a full sized SUV.
@jerry chung You’re right, it’s an unfair comparison, with all due respect to Scotty. The Rav4 is a
compact CUV though (more comparable to the Sportage), not a subcompact.
@kalel33 The 4Runner is a proper off-road midsize SUV not a midsize CUV like the Highlander.
@@abu_abdulmohsen Highlander is too big for a CUV. It's a midsized SUV. Having 4WD or AWD isn't the determining factor if something is an SUV or not.
Thanks for your review Scotty. I would like to clarify some points here. A 2016 Kia Sorrento with 290hp was meant to compete with the Toyota Highlander, but was priced to compete with a base level Toyota RAV-4 which has 195hp. In 2020, a used 2016 Kia Sorrento LX will cost 66% the price of a used 2016 Toyota RAV4 with the same mileage, while giving you 95hp more power, a larger more upscale interior cabin, modern electronic conveniences such as Android and Apple Play which the Toyotas do not offer, as well as more cargo and towing capacity.
I would love to see you do a review of the Kia Telluride, the Genesis G70 and the Genesis GV80 in the future. Thanks Scotty, and keep up the good work.
The v6 model has higher hp
You spoke of about how cheap you could purchase one, but what does that say about the DEPRECIATION of one? Hmmm. I'm concerned about those Direct Injection Kia/Hyundai engines that I just don't know about...
@@carlosmatias474
What surprises me is that the my 2020 Sorento with the V-6 gets better gas mileage than my wife's 2018 RAV4. I love the RAV4 but Toyota pissed me off when they discontinued the V-6 and only offer 4-bangers now. As for gas mileage, wifey's RAV averages about 23 MPG when running my usual mix of highway driving and city. My Sorento in that same regime gets right around 25. On a road trip where I'm running mostly 80-85 on the interstate with cruise-control on, my Sorento gets 28-30 MPG and long as I'm not running into a terrible head-wind or doing crazy hills. I'm a Sorento fan now.
@@Skank_and_Gutterboy I got a 2014 kia forte with a 1.8 MPFI an 6sp MT. love the gas mileage, 35-43 mpg. And that's with aftermarket turbocharger. Lol
@@carlosmatias474
Damn, that is good. That gas mileage is right in line with my first car, the 1990 Honda Civic 4-door sedan. And I guarantee you that Civic is a lot more gutless. I was in the Navy at the time, so I just needed something to get me around town and to/from work. Civic was great for reliability, loved the gas mileage, but it was gutless and needed a couple more gears, the 5-speed revved like it was ready to explode if you ever got it up to 75 MPH. That car didn't have a tac, so I don't know how high it was revving, but it didn't sound good.
I own a 2014 Kia Sorento 4 cylinder. Bought it used at 60k three years ago. Now it has just over 110k. Had no major issues on it. Had that engine recall done that the 2014's were targeted and mine passed inspection and I got a lifetime engine warranty as a bonus. Kia takes care of their cars. I mean who else would give a lifetime engine warranty on their cars? I had a rear speed sensor go out and Kia took care of that also for free. Other than that I had no other issues. I change my oil every 10k-12k miles using Royal Purple. Already changed my spark plugs because they are right in front and easy to get to. This spring I'm going to change all four brake pads in my driveway because it's so easy on these cars. Going to get new tires this spring as well. Hell, I still have the factory battery in it. Starts right up every single time even in below freezing here in Ohio. I put a can of gas cleaner in every 5k miles because GDI engines are notorious for getting dirty cylinders. I even drive in ECO mode full time because if I don't, the engine has too much power and I basically launch off a green light which I hate. So I'm saving a little gas and getting better response from it.
I owned a 2010 Kia Soul that I bought new in 2009. One of the best cars I ever owned. No issues what-so-ever. Had the 100k warranty that I didn't even use. Drove it for 140k miles before the wife totaled it on the highway crashing into the center wall on a rainy day. No one was hurt. All airbags went off. My wife and kids walked away from it and the car saved their lives. By the way the Soul had its original battery in it also which I was shocked it lasted so long. She totaled it in 2017 so it went eight years on the factory battery. Insurance inspector gave me $7000 for the car since it was totaled. I was shocked at how much it kept its value. 140k miles and an eight year old car still worth that much. I took the check and bought the Sorento.
My wife drives a 2013 Sorento LX with the 3.5 V6. She loves it. It has 140,000 miles, and runs and drives great. Other than oil, filter, tires, and wipers, I've changed the spark plugs and replaced brake pads. I keep checking the hoses and belts, but the originals are still going strong. Amazing after years in the Texas heat.
Kia gone a long way since the early 2000’s
I had a 1997 Kia Sephia, back then they were owned by Ford/Mazda and shared the engine with the Miata, I loved it, owned it for 8 years and only sold it because I moved to Florida and it was too expensive to ship here, bought a 2001 Kia Spectra (Hyundai tech) when I moved here, wasn't too impressed. So they went from being great, to mediocre and back to great.
I have a 2015 sorento AWD 2.4 sorento I bought new and I am very hard on it. 70k miles today and still runs and shifts like a dream. Never had a problem with it. First set of tires lasted me 60k and I got 55k out of the original breaks and rotors. Still looks and feels new. Goes out in every snow storm and plows threw the snow with my Michelin snow tires. I can not wait to get the new 2021. This one we will keep as extra.
Wow, something positive about the kias. I am pleasantly surprised
I love my 2018 Kia Soul. It has good pickup and it gets much better gas mileage than advertised. It also feels sturdy. I have the 6 speed automatic and it shifts like a dream.
I used to sell Kia's at a dealership. They are pretty nice now. The best thing is their warranty. You can't beat the warranty. Still prefer Toyota tho :)
@benz merc Hyundai and Kia prefer to keep their cars more modern versus Toyota who likes to keep their cars more outdated for reliability, so it may not be soon that Hyundai and kia will match toyota for reliability.
@@asdfghjqwertyu1858 prefer* to keep
@@DarthVader1977 Thanks.
I'm very glad you are actually comparing these now. I recently purchased a Kia van as it saved me over $13,000 over a comparable Toyota. Toyota is nice, absolutely, but if you want a great car at a great price, and I NEVER thought I would say this, but you should get a Kia.
My sister just bought a 2019 Sorento and she loves it.
Ive owned two so far new 2015. Just oil changes leased turned in at 26k. Then a used 2016 SXL again just reg maintenance. 46k now. Prob upgrade to Palisade or Telluride. But the new upcoming Sorrento's are hott.
Jacob Truelove my sister has a 2014 and she loves it
My brother got a used 2011 Kia Optima GDI. Currently over 130k and no major problem since 60k. Just regular oil change, replaced brake pads, and had alignment done - he hit the fence in the winter. Very smooth ride, roomy and great gas mileage.
Recently bought a used 2017 Hyundai SantaFe Sport (identical to the Sorento mechanically). When new three years ago, my fully-loaded model sold for around $45k (whoever bought it new checked off every freaking box on the option list, including the dealer-installed vent visors). I picked it up for just $20k with 30,000 miles on the clock. I have to say, I absolutely LOVE this vehicle. Being a Hyundai-certified pre-owned vehicle, it included the balance of the 10/100k factory powertrain warranty. I cross-shopped Toyota Rav-4s, but they were a bit smaller, and I didn't like the ride quality.
We got a Kia Forte 7 years ago, after 175k miles it's still going great without any issues. Dealer gives us free oil changes. Last year I got an Optima and I love how it drives, quick acceleration, great fuel economy, and comfortable and easy to drive.
I own a 2012 kia optima sx 2.0t an have a life time warranty on the engine.. 64k miles running strong.
Just got a Kia Sorento 2008 3.8L V6 and still runs smoothly ( my uncle realty took care of it dor sure) ☺️
The Sportage is the competitor of the Rav4, the Sorento compared to the Highlander/4runner.
I hope scotty sees this. The sportage is probably much cheaper than the rav4
@@Just_In_credible6 indeed it is.
Look up the car sizes and volumes, the RAV4 while slightly (7") shorter than the Sorento, it actually has a lot more internal space to work with than the Sorento.
Just bought a 2018 Sorento with 16,000 miles. Watched this video with bated breath but glad it got Scotty's seal of approval!
My 2011 Kia soul is a trooper for what it's been through it's no Honda but not bad for 170000 miles
Joe Evolution damn 170,000 miles for a 2011 Soul. You must be driving it a lot. I have a 2011 Soul, but with close to 110,000 right now. Great car. 😎
I have had zero issues with my 2011 kia sorento base with 161,000 miles on the odometer
2013 sonata had it since new no problems have 80k on it now bean a great car just tires and brakes
That's not a lot of miles to be calling it great. You're just breaking it in!
Wait till 100 k you'll see the problems trust me
That's what I thought. Then my motor died, my steering had to be rebuilt, the radiator leaked, the waste gate got stuck twice, the brake pedal sensor broke twice, the fuel gauge stopped working half the time, and there was a mountain of recalls. So yeah, just wait. Consider selling after the court ordered settlement warranty extension expires.
@@thivakarsaravanamuthu4744 My brother and I each own a 13 Hybrid sonata. We each have roughly 198k never had any major issues. He does have a bad habit of hitting things in his and it still runs like a top.
@@sXeFischer we'll luck you cause i know alot of people that had the same problem as me check the forms
I have a 2015 KIA Sorento SX Limited (3.3L) and it's been an absolute dream. We bought it as a lease trade-in in 2017, and it's had very few issues since we bought it. It now has 85K miles, and I'm considering a carbon cleaning (GDI engine) but I do oil changes every 5K miles, and general maintenance. I have a code scanner, and tools to do any minor work needed. Worst issue I've had was a recent failure of the timing chain guide and idler due to a failed PCV valve. Lesson learned, all fixed now, and running like a top!
My 2013 Kia Rio is the best car I've ever owned. I'm well over 100,000 trouble free kms in 5 yrs of ownership.
Because rios have the 1.6 engine which are pretty much bullet proof with normal maintenance obviously.
Kia Rios are total deathtraps on SoCal freeways!!!!! My BMW dealer would always give me one as a loaner. They don't brake, when you slam on the brakes hard, the front end nosedives. Plus they have 0 acceleration I would be deaf by the time I got to work!!!
Kia really have upped their game, my wife has a 2015 Rio with 78,xxx km and it has never given any problems, change the oil every 8k and changed the transmission oil at 40,xxx and works like a dream nothing has come apart, even the plastics are good and I'm in the Caribbean where the sun kills plastics.
“Same size as a RAV4.” Put your Scottys on glasses lol it’s larger. Not the same size.
Edit: Sorento is 189 in length, rav4 is 182. Sorento is a Mid size SUV and RAV4 is a compact SUV.
It about the same size as a Toyota Highlander. The KIA Sportage is the same size as the RAV 4.
I just left a similar comment. The fact that they can cost "around" the same, shows you the value in the Kia. My comment starts off saying it's a class or two above the Rav 4.
They used to be Rav4 sized, but the 2016-present ones are sized in line with the highlander.
@@andybub45 you maybe getting in confused with the Kia Sportage. The Sorento has been on the larger side for a long time.
I am driving this exact model Kia Sorento. Same color and everything.
The 4 cyl engine is susceptible to a problem burning excess oil. Like a quart every 500 miles. Mine did.
Thankfully, at 75k miles, Kia replaced the engine under warranty. It now has a lifetime warranty for the engine (power train warranty expires at 100k).
Scotty’s seal of approval ⭐️
I have a 2007 Hyundai Entourage mini van with 160,000 miles, bar none best vehicle I’ve owned,had Honda,Toyota Mazda Nissan, and NA cars. This van can cruise all day at 90 mph with power to spare, its crazy never had a vehicle like this before, will definitely be buying the Teluride when 2021 comes out.
The Koreans really are catching up. I have a 2004 Elantra with 253k miles and it hasn't had any major issues yet with regular maintenance. It doesnt seem like it's going out anytime soon either. I'm sure the newer ones are even better built and can last even longer.
My wife bought a 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe in August of 2015. It has 70K kms. and it still has the original tires on it. Other than front brakes, oil changes, filter changes, etc, it's been great! No issues what so ever. AND that's with my 25 year old son driving it as well. It has the 2.4 non-turbo engine.
17/24MPG? I think it’s more like sienna or highlander territory. Even some tucks gets this mpg.
Yeah, Sorento competes with Highlander/Pilot. The direct competitor from Kia to the Rav 4 is the Sportage
Kia Sorento, 2015-2019 gets 21/29 MPG. Scotty is wrong
The sorento competes with rav4 with the sportage both a compact SUV’s but the sorento is a compact midsize. The telluride is the highlander competitor. The sorento competes with other compacts and even its sister car the sportage because the sorento is the only one that offers a 3rd row seat
@@kenh9371 AWD drops it down to 26 MPG highway.
@@kalel33 AWD not available in base model
My Stinger strikingly amazing. It was my wife's car but I took it and I got my truck and I bought another Kia 2020 Optima EX!
Really nice cars
I don't believe it! Finally, some positive comments about Kia from Scotty!
I bought a used 2016 Kia Sedona SXL. Fully loaded. I love it. It was a tossup between the Toyota Sienna or Kia Sedona, and I love the Sedona. Was 5k cheaper, looks MUCH better, more comfortable, much better drivetrain warranty, more luxurious, and has 2nd row captains chair with leg support that recline.
You might not see them often in the US, but you'll see them EVERYWHERE in Korea. The Sedona is the go-to luxury family hauler there.
The Sorento would be the equivalent to the Highlander. The Sportage to the Rav4.
I’ve owned 2 new Kia Sportage 2006 and 2011. Both are great cars. No problems to speak of. My 2011 currently has 186,000 miles.
Two questions:
1. I understand the tradeoff between fuel economy versus horsepower/acceleration, but is there also a tradeoff between engine longevity and horsepower (all else being equal)?
2. How does a weak battery damage the alternator?
I just purchased a Kia. 2015 Kia K900 with 52000 miles. I hope it holds up. No codes showing up on scanner and it runs and drives smooth. I really like KIA design language. Mine was made in Korea. It has a 420 hp V8 and is very nice.
Talk about UltraHD Scotty very clear indeed 👍🚘 Huge Fan!
I have a 2013 base model Sorento and I absolutely love it. Had it for little more than a year and nothing but good things to say. I love my little SUV and though it's a 4 cylinder it's pretty darn fun to drive. Keep up the good work 🙏
Thanks Scotty for the honest appraisals you provide.
I am a diehard Toyota fan, but my wife saw a 2010 kia forte ex she wanted very bad, so we got it. 4 years later it has 120,000 miles on it so far and it has been perfect. No problems whatsoever and I drive cars hard. I'm impressed with it.
Kia and Hyundai are great cars. I've had my Sonata for 4yrs got it at 108k now at 181k, no engine or transmission issue. The only issue it has it horrible aftermarket suspension parts that keep wearing out fast. And that's not the car's fault.
I have a 2013 KIA optima SXL -no problems yet.
benz merc 80k
any day now and your engine will start knocking.
@benz merc does it matter?
* why would it start?
I really don't get in a particular brand or model. To be honest with you most of the time I'm just happy to have a functional car LOL! I had a Jeep Liberty a 2008 for the last 7 years. At the start of 2020 my Jeep had OVER 200,000 miles on it. I started to have little problems here and there. I finally broke down and bought a brand new a Kia Telluride. Just the base model but after 9 months with it. I have to tell you it is a dream come true. God bless all of you and please stay safe.
I watch a Scotty video, walk downstairs for a cup of coffee and voila! There's another Scotty video. I'm convinced, Scotty is UA-cam....lol
My wife has a 2007 Kia ceed. Bought from new. 165000km now. Other than new discs, clutch and battery, the car is going strong. Regular oil change and services works wonders.
Wife has a 2012 Sorento and the engine went out at 130k. However, engine was replaced for free due to a recall. We'll see how long this new engine lasts.
That's great!
Even though the warranty expired? a recall after eight years but damn can't beat a free replacement no matter the case.
Correct. The warranty was up but there was a recall for their 2.4 engines with regards to the crankshaft.
I've had two Kia Sedona's. 2006 I bought new and sold recently with 230,000 miles. The new owner drives by my house to work everyday. I bought a 2014 Sedona new. Currently 111,000 miles. All I have done to both vehicles is normal maintenance, oil, tires, brakes. On the 2006 I changed the spark plugs at 160,000 and it they were still good. On the 2014 i recently took them out and put them back. Good as new. They are both the luxury models and were about 8,000 cheaper than the best Chrysler and Honda. I would probably buy another one.
I got a 2016 kia optima 61k miles and I love it!