Monday, August 20, 2012

Kia 2013 Sorento SUV for Europe to debut at Paris Motor Show 2012

As Paris Motor Show 2012 gets underway this September, Kia will be showcasing their new Sorento SUV. In the European markets, Kia will be offering Sorento in a choice of three engine options, all mated to a standard six speed manual while a six speed automatic will be an option.

Enhanced performance, highly fuel efficient and with improved ride and handling, Sorento will be fitted with 148 hp 2.0 liter diesel, a 2.2 liter turbodiesel R unit producing 195 hp and emitting 153 g/km of CO2 while the third option will be a 2.4 liter GDI petrol engine with direct injection offering 194 hp.

Sorento in some international markets will be favored with a 172 hp 2.4 MPI or 276 hp 3.5 liter V6 gasoline engine. Despite economic upheaval in the auto industry, Kia is confident that this new strapping SUV will be a major crowd puller. The company is targeting sales at 265,000 during the coming year. Prices are still undisclosed as on date.

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