LA Live - US-spec 2016 Kia Sorento

20/11/2014 - 19:43 | ,  ,   | Shrawan Raja

Weeks after its global premiere at the Paris Motor Show, the new Kia Sorento received its North American premiere at the 2014 Los Angeles Auto Show.

2016 Kia Sorento front three quarters left at the 2014 Los Angeles Auto Show

Looking similar to the European model, the US-spec car gets orange indicators, chrome rims, and "ice cube" foglamps.

2016 Kia Sorento profile at the 2014 Los Angeles Auto Show

In the US market, the SUV will feature a 185 hp 2.4-liter naturally aspirated petrol engine, a 240 hp 2.0-liter turbo engine or a 290 hp 3.3-liter V6 engine. All engines will be paired to a six-speed automatic gearbox.

2016 Kia Sorento rear three quarters right at the 2014 Los Angeles Auto Show

To be available at the dealers in the first quarter of next year, the 2016 Sorento will come in L, LX, EX, SX and SXL trims. Features include optional heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, 14-way adjustable powered driver seat, 8-way adjustable powered passenger seats, driver’s seat thigh extension, dual-zone AC, panoramic sunroof, and Nappa leather interior.

2016 Kia Sorento dashboard at the 2014 Los Angeles Auto Show

More info is available in the press release below.

2016 Kia Sorento at the 2014 Los Angeles Auto Show - Press Release

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