Trim Report

Kia Sorento L2017

Includes:SORENTO|L
$2,900
Starting From
134
Active Listings
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 134 active dealer listings as of

Min $2,900
Max $19,595
From $2,900
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2017 Kia Sorento L Pricing

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Where to Find Kia Sorento L

Location data for all 2017 Kia Sorento trims combined

38States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Texas (11%), but the remaining listings are spread across 37 other states nationwide.

Kia Sorento Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2017 Kia Sorento trims

Elevated

The 2017 Kia Sorento's elevated safety profile includes 1 recall campaigns and 774 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

1
Recalls
774
Complaints
12
Crashes
30
Fires
Recall Findings
17V5860002017-21-09
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017 Sorento vehicles equipped with 3.3L engines. The engine crankshaft may have been improperly heat treated and may fail.

If the crankshaft fails, the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash. A failed crankshaft also increases the risk of a fire.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2017 Kia Sorento has accumulated 774 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with engine leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Engine266
02Exterior Lighting85
03Steering82
04Unknown Or Other57
05Electrical System,exterior Lighting22
774 total across 1 model years (2017–2017)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Kia Sorento Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2017 Kia Sorento trims

19–24mpg combined
·
17-21city
·
23-28hwy
·
$1,800-$2,300/yr

With 7 configurations tested, the 2017 Kia Sorento ranges from 19 to 24 MPG combined. That's a 5 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim
Sorento FWD - Automatic (S6)
24mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
21 city28 hwy~$1,800/yr5/10 Average
Sorento FWD - Automatic (S6)
23mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
20 city27 hwy~$1,900/yr5/10 Average
Sorento AWD - Automatic (S6)
22mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
19 city25 hwy~$2,000/yr5/10 Average
Sorento AWD - Automatic (S6)
22mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
21 city25 hwy~$2,000/yr5/10 Average
Sorento FE AWD - Automatic (S6)
21mpg
3.3L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
18 city25 hwy~$2,100/yr4/10 Average
Sorento FWD - Automatic (S6)
20mpg
3.3L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
18 city25 hwy~$2,200/yr4/10 Average
Sorento AWD - Automatic (S6)
19mpg
3.3L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
17 city23 hwy~$2,300/yr4/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Is the L Worth It?

Common questions about the 2017 Kia Sorento L

How does the L compare to other Kia Sorento trims?

Every Kia Sorento trim targets a different buyer. The 2017 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2017 Kia Sorento L?

Maintenance costs for the L align with the broader Kia Sorento ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The 2017 model year has 1 recall on record. The most-reported issue area is engine. Check the 2017 Kia Sorento page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Kia Sorento L?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Kia Sorento L year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The Kia Sorento overview compares all years side by side.

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