The Kia Sorento has long been known as the perfect getaway vehicle, which is one of many reasons that they’re so popular here in Tennessee. Knoxville loves a good weekend trip, whether we’re camping in the mountains or heading to a Vols away game. That’s why features like the adjustable-height Smart Power Liftgate have made the 2017 Kia Sorento so popular—loading up tailgating supplies is much easier with a totally automatic liftgate!
But cargo room isn’t all the 2017 Sorento offers; three engine options let you decide between the more fuel-efficient 2.4-liter 4-cylinder, the 2.0-liter turbo engine with its impressive balance of performance and fuel economy, and the powerful 3.3-liter V6 AWD, which boasts 5,000-pound towing capacity.
Those are just a few reasons that the Sorento is one of Knoxville’s favorite Kia models, but it definitely doesn’t end there. Here’s a breakdown of what makes the 2017 Sorento such a standout vehicle.
What Makes the 2017 Kia Sorento Special
Design with a Sophisticated Edge
One reason the Sorento is a perennial favorite is the combination of sleek and modern design with robust performance. It can go anywhere and handle anything you can throw at it, all with a serious sense of style.
Bold features like the larger signature tiger-nose grille, stainless steel bumper trim, and redesigned front fascia are accented by long, swept-back Projector Beam Headlights and alloy wheels. The wider, longer wheelbase give you more room in the cabin, with seating for up to 7. If you need a utility vehicle that makes an equally powerful impression pulling up to an important meeting or a soccer practice, the Sorento is the perfect choice.
Serious Safety Measures
But style is just icing on the cake—it’s the safety features that really set the 2017 Kia Sorento apart. Every single available safety feature is standard on all 7 trim packages. Whatever you choose, you’ll be fully protected by features like Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children, Hill-Start Assist Control, Electronic Stability Control, a reinforced body of 53% high-strength steel, and an advanced airbag system with sensors that detect impact levels and the presence of a front passenger to manage airbag inflation.
These features and more have led to the 2017 Kia Sorento being named a 2016 IIHS Top Safety Pick+ and receiving an NHTSA Overall 5-Star Safety Rating.
Seamless Connectivity
The 2017 Sorento includes the UVO eServices system, which works with your smartphone to give you access to the apps and services you need without distracting you on the road.
With the UVO eServices app, you can not only utilize hands-free calling, music, and voice-command navigation from your in-car screen, but also use Parking Minder to record and find your car’s location, access 24-hour roadside assistance, and even track vehicle maintenance requirements. You can even send map locations to your car via the eServices app, or plug in nearly any smartphone via Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
X Exciting Features Available with the 2017 Kia Sorento
As you can see, the 2017 Sorento is available with a number of impressive features to make life easier and protect you from surprises. Here are a few more of our favorites:
- The Dynamax All-Wheel Drive System monitors road and driving conditions for a smoother experience on rough roads, using innovations like Torque Vectoring Cornering Control for more precise turning and control.
- Drive Mode Select lets you choose between Normal, Eco, and Sport to prioritize fuel economy with performance according to your needs on a day-to-day basis.
- High-Intensity Discharge Projector Beam Headlights with Auto-Leveling are self-leveling for better visibility in difficult driving environments.
- Drive-assist technologies like Blind-Spot Detection, Lane Departure Warning System, Autonomous Emergency Braking, Advanced Smart Cruise Control, and Rear Parking Assist use advanced sensors to warn you as you get too close to other objects, even on the highway.
- Electronic Stability Control, the Traction Control System, and Cornering Brake Control help keep you safely on course even in dangerous conditions. Electronic Brake-force Distribution adjusts braking between the front and rear wheels depending on load, while the Brake Assist System senses emergency situations and boosts braking pressure when needed.
- Surround View Monitor helps you maneuver in and out of tight spaces with ease courtesy of four mounted cameras that give you a birds-eye view of your vehicle.
- Up to 8 available power outlets, including four 12v outlets, two available USB rapid-charging ports, one available 110v inverter, and one AUX/USB port, make sure that you and your passengers never have to worry about losing power while on the road.
- Clari-Fi Audio is engineered to automatically restore music’s rich sound details, while the Infinity Surround Audio System brings you clear, true stereo sound with a 10-speaker system including a center speaker, sub-woofer, amplifier, and surround sound.
- The Heated Steering Wheel, 14-Way Power-Adjustable Drivers Seat, Heated and Ventilated Seats, and 4-way lumbar support with memory settings create a premium driving experience like no other—especially with multiple drivers.
- Equipped with a power sunshade and expansive glass panel that slides open and tilts to give you just the right about of sunlight and air flow, the Panoramic Sunroof is all about enjoying the drive.
- YES Essentials interior cloth is not only comfortable and durable, but dries quickly, reduces stains and static, and helps eliminate odors.
As you can see, the 2017 Sorento delivers advanced technology at unexpected levels, especially for a utility vehicle. Surely now you can see why it’s one of Knoxville’s favorite models—and why this is the best one yet.
The 2017 Kia Sorento starts at $25,400, but don’t forget to check out the Rusty Wallace Kia Knoxville inventory for deals—we frequently add internet-only price cuts, even on new model years.
If you’d like to test-drive a 2017 Kia Sorento in Knoxville, Tennessee, we’d love to invite you to visit one of our two Rusty Wallace Kia Knoxville-area showrooms, conveniently located on Alcoa Highway and Callahan Drive.
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