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Schulz33 writes:
2005 Kia Sorento EX Review
ProsGreat leather interior with wood trim; Adequate power,; Size makes it so easy to get in and out of any parking lot/space, ConsA little noisy at highway speed 
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Great Value! — I bought this 2005 Sorento a year ago (2012) for $ 8,900 including TTL and so far, I may as well have bought a brand new vehicle as I have had no repair or maintenance costs. It's our family's second car so I occasionally pile my 3 kids in it but it's mostly for back and forth to work. It's a really nice looking vehicle inside and out for the price and drives very well with the exception of a little road noise at higher speeds. I would highly recommend this to anybody based on what you get for the money. For reference, I previously owned a Toyota 4runner and Tundra which were both great vehicles as well. Primary Use: Commuting to work
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maddogkia writes:
2005 Kia Sorento LX 4WD Review
ProsStay tune for more updates..... ConsStay thirsty my friends!!! 
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One Of The Best Suv's.... — Like I mentioned before, I purchased my Kia about 4 yrs. ago and don't have any major complaints. The only thing I can say that is a PITA is the engine layout. I usually do my own tune-ups, timing belt, ect on must of the cars I've own but this one is very complicated and it takes a lot of work and money to do it by a licensed mechanic. Don't get me wrong, the car still runs almost like new and still feels solid on the road. Love the body style and interiors. Off road it can take on some of the best 4X4's out there and it is definitely fun to drive. Gas mileage is average but not bad. Personally, I love my SORENTO, is all a matter of maintenance and TLC... besides 2005 has no recalls. Primary Use: Family transportation | ||
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Alexey writes:
2005 Kia Sorento EX 4WD Review
ProsTrue 4WD, body-on-frame, low transfer case ConsNot a highway flyer
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Excellent Suv In Terms Of Money/value! — Reliable enough, despite of Korean origin. I'm using it 1.5 year and had no any trouble with the car. Slightly slow at accelaration, but ok for everyday city driving. Great for off-road. Exterior & interior is not of the cutting edge, but are solid enough. | ||
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Ted writes:
2005 Kia Sorento LX Review
ProsDuh, the review says it all. Consummm, nada
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Drive One, 05 And Newer, You Won't Be Disappointed — 110k miles and no problems. Pulled a tandem axle trailer from OK to TN with 2 motorcycles on it, still got nearly 270 miles to a tank. I can't say enough good about this vehicle. Hauls the family of 5 with ease. Primary Use: Family transportation | ||
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MaChelle writes:
2005 Kia Sorento LX Review
ProsHandles easy, great for a small family or college student. Maintenance cost are low and it does not take more than about $40 to fill up. ConsSmaller than I would like. 
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Great Reliable And Dependable Truck — Great for a small family. It is really great for a college student. It is reliable and does not use a lot of gas. It does not drive like a heavy truck. It is easily manageable and maintenance is not an issue. Primary Use: Commuting to work | ||
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101chris writes:
2005 Kia Sorento LX Review
ProsHas gotten me where I need to go but with a cost! ConsHas needed way to much work done to it and has expensive parts
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I Wouldn't Buy Another One. — This vehicle has more of a truck ride to it. We've had lots of problems mechanically. Cheaply made parts with a huge price tag. Not many mechanics will work on them. Parts are hard to find unless you go to dealer and that cost big time $$$$. Primary Use: Commuting to work | ||
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Rich writes:
2005 Kia Sorento EX 4WD Review
Prosgreat car Consbad in snow without 4WD
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Kia — never had a problem and has over 100.000 miles the quality is great and is great on gas and we r soon getting a new one this car is great to drive but when it is slippery use 4 wheel drive this car also has the best steering i have ever used it also looks beautiful in and out and it has power but also great breaking Primary Use: Family transportation | ||
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rodi63 writes:
2005 Kia Sorento EX 4WD Review
ProsBought my '05 as a leftover on 1/2/2006. Got an excellent price on it. The '05 EX 4wd was there top model Sorento. Other than purchasing the "luxury package" (which I don't have and don't miss). The leather seats are the package's major plug. I'm a fabric seating type of guy. In a car and at home. Anyway, I paid 21,000 for it. Sticker was almost 27k. You get a lot of vehicle and options for a more than fair price. ConsIf I had to pick on a few things. The ride is a little bouncy, but for a short wheelbase vehicle, it's not as bad some vehicles I've rode in. Wind noise gets pronounced once you hit the 60 mph mark. But, not intoloerable.
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At The Time (and Now) I Feel I Got A Lot Of Vehicle And Above Average Quality For My Money — I've heard praise and nightmare stories concerning this era of Sorentos. But my personal experience has been above average at least. It currently has 92k miles. And it runs like the day I bought it. If I had the money, I'd buy an '07-'09 with creampuff (low) miles as a secondary one. These years had the option of 2 engines. Both of higher horsepower. Regardless of the package ordered. Primary Use: Commuting to work |
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