What Did We Learn After Testing a Kia Sorento Over 40,000 Miles? It Wasn't Very Reliable

[@rolandaucoin3506]

I drove my 2014 Sorento SX across Canada and the U.S. 4 times and my 2024 X Line twice so far and I have nothing but praise and satisfaction in all aspects of these performance and comfort from these vehicles. I'm a fan.

[@john12354]

Mine caught on fire 3 months after ownership

[@johnmatlock133]

I've had my 2012 Sorento EX V6 for over 10 years and 114,000 miles now. Best car I've ever owned. No contest.

[@suzamac3260]

I have a 2014 Kia Sorento v6 144,600 miles. No issues. Oil and brake stuff.

[@plightn]

Not sure how anyone could trust getting a Kia after this, I've heard stories of engine failures around 60-70 k from co-workers, dealers refusing to honor repairs and the list goes on and on.

[@CalvinHikes]

I've owned keys and they were 100% reliable. But I haven't owned this one and this is not only disappointing but a little bit scary. I'm confident I would never buy this vehicle

[@theofficialquent3488]

But they do have a newer Kia? As in the new Kia’s powertrains? 😭 why do you guys keep comparing apples to oranges.

[@LuisMaldunadus]

Transmission was acting up for a little bit on a 2023 sorento. Good thing it was just a rental car for a trip I had to make…. The x line sorento looks nice but I didn’t felt confident in having on my must buy purchase due to its reliability issues and history. Note, Sorento only had 4,000 miles during driving.

[@Blue-moon12]

I can attest to this. Bought a 2017 Optima in 2018 with 20k miles. Had knock sensor issues 5 times. They were awful to deal with and would not honor their word. Never buy a Kia again

[@TheOzthewiz]

Yeah, that "fantastic" 10yr powertrain warranty isn't worth the paper it's written on. Anyone can tell you that WARRANTY work is NOT what dealers want. The factory re-imbursement for warranty work is only about 75%. The work is going to be done in 3/4 of the "flat rate" time by the dealer's LOWER PAID mechanics. What could possibly go wrong with this senerio? My advice, pay a little more AND BUY A TOYOTA........ANY TOYOTA!

[@kefalos739]

I have a 21 Sorento EX Hybrid and aside from some small complaints, the car as mostly been reliable. Taking it in for its 60k service this weekend. Been happy with it overall

[@cnunn85]

I bought a 21 X-line brand new. Have 46k miles on the odometer now. Have been on multiple road trips, camping trips, and have used it to tow a motorcycle trailer and motorcycle. Other than regular maintenance, I haven't had any issues. Love my Sorento.

[@enchantkeymike8170]

My 2022 xline is in the shop now for a new transmission at 23,000 miles.

[@BeeRumblin13]

Exactly my spot. 2022 sx. 23,000 drove fine. Went in a store and came out and my check engine light was on and revved up high delaying second gear bad. Been at kia dealership waiting in new trans 2 weeks as of now. Might trade it in. When i get it back . Sad.

[@aboogie797]

I was apprehensive about Kia for many years then back in 2018 decided I liked the SX trim on their sedan and pulled the trigger. Had a warranty cover a whole new engine. ZERO resistance with the dealership. They took the car right in and bcus the parts were on back order they gave me a newer car to drive for MONTHS. No questions asked. Bcus of that warranty I saved tremendously on having to buy a new engine. I also wanna add that this was a transferred warranty. As I had purchased the vehicle certified pre-owned. Which came with a transferable AND extended warranty. THEN after they fixed the engine they then restarted the extended warranty from the date of the new engine for another 5 YEARS!! I had no idea they were going to do that. Extended until 2027. The only thing I would mention is that you gotta watch those turbo engines. They are prone to have some issues.

[@davidcarroll8735]

Wow, Kia has done a great job keeping that recall out of the press, I’ve been following Sorentos since they check many feature and size boxes, I’ll definitely push that decision off at least a year.

[@bfish9700]

Probably a good idea regardless, interest rates are terrible and they havent built up a ton of inventory to make deals.

[@TheSummerOfGeorge1]

Kia reliability issues have always been an issue and always will. Just get a different make

[@christophermarks7110]

​​@@TheSummerOfGeorge1that's a generalization. I have driven 200k in kias since 2012 and had no problems. Not saying there aren't any, or that the dealerships are particularly great after sale. Although my worst dealership experience was at a Toyota so

[@ronaldyardley8965]

I Bought A Kia Sorento 2.2 Diesel 2017 Nearly 4 Years ago, Now Has 52 thousand on The Clock From A Great Main Dealer in Wiltshire.. Best Car I'v Ever Owned, Still Love It, No Problems..👍

[@christ9145]

A few months back, I went to a Kia dealership and they tried telling me that Kia was more reliable and reputable than Honda (I had a 22 crv I was looking to trade in). Needless to say, I walked and went with a 23 passport. After seeing this review (among countless others) I’m happy that I stayed with Honda considering the price of a Kia Sorrento sx is around the same price range as a Honda Passport.

[@tonglu2391]

Can I ask why go with SX？ SX is the best trim, I am thinking about the cheapest trim... But Kia maintainance fee and fix is ezpensive

[@short5stick]

@@tonglu2391 Honda all the way. Kia has bad motors burn up and use oil look it up.

[@bhbae1]

Not completely true but for some historic models, it is correct that kia is more reliable.

[@christ9145]

@@tonglu2391 I really wanted the cooled seats

[@mementomori29231]

As a long time Honda & Toyota owner I've had zero issues with Hyundai or Kia. My family's 33k mile Lexus just had AC servo motors conk out and it will cost $2k for repair all out of pocket. I'll stick with Kia & Hyundai as their warranty would have covered that.

[@SkippyTheBeerCan]

I got a 21 Sorento SX Xline. Had to replace the steering column once. The moonroof/sunroof rattles like crazy and now again I’m getting clicking noises from the steering column. No issues with the powertrain… but yeah, it doesn’t like low speeds/stop and go traffic, but mines not at the level described in the video.

[@bernard-francoistaylor4205]

My neighbor has a 2023 and his transmission had to be replaced at 900 miles. It failed again on a trip to Arizona. Kia lemon lawed his Sorrento and he purchased another one.

[@short5stick]

What a dummy. Never learned the 1st time

[@atmartens]

Shocking that people would buy another. No way I’d get another one if my last one had to be bought out because of so many issues.

[@theofficialquent3488]

@@atmartensit’s a lemon, it happens, Toyotas and Hondas have them too.

[@atmartens]

@@theofficialquent3488 it does happen but there’s no way I’d turn around and buy another one. Plus, recalls tend to happen to more brands than others because some brands struggle with quality control.

[@LuisMaldunadus]

Do customers have the option to buy a different make and model other than the original make and model?

[@AnsrMax]

Thank you for the honest review.

[@nikolayrayanov2895]

I love your reviews! That's so good! Awesome content!

[@uium]

Best review I've watched! Thank you ❤️

[@Cameron_the_Robot]

I am 18k miles into my 2023 Sorento. I have had zero issues. My dealership has taken very good care of me on my regular checks and have has zero problems. I purchased mine however after recalls and its manufacture date was after the recall situation so I was in the clear on a lot of issues... I also drive this just in city with some outings outside the city but not often. Sounds like the Sorento is not a fan of being driven long and hard.

[@TheOzthewiz]

Wait until (when,not if) you need warranty work, THEN let us know how "well" your dealer treated you!LOL

[@seatime674]

​@@TheOzthewizYup that's what I hear.. Kia throws alot of resistance your way with warranty to possibly try and wiggle out of work. If you don't have every oil change receipt 5k miles, every maintainance receipt they can deny you..

[@aboogie797]

I was apprehensive about Kia for many years then back in 2018 decided I liked the SX trim on their sedan and pulled the trigger. Had a warranty cover a whole new engine. ZERO resistance with the dealership. They took the car right in and bcus the parts were on back order they gave me a newer car to drive for MONTHS. No questions asked. Bcus of that warranty I saved tremendously on having to buy a new engine. Also might I add that this was a transferred warranty. As I had purchased the vehicle certified pre-owned. Which came with a transferable AND extended warranty. THEN after they fixed the engine they then restarted the extended warranty from the date of the new engine for another 5 YEARS!! I had no idea they were going to do that. Extended until 2027. Kia 🙏

[@agentmossad]

@@aboogie797 bruh, a new engine that quick and you praising warranty? lmao. I'd rather not deal with that, warranty or not

[@nancysunserisheppard7480]

I have a 2007 Kia Sorento. It now has 140 thousand miles and runs great. I get oil changes when I am supposed to and never ever had a problem. I love my Kia.

[@0HOON0]

Kia would be a world beater if they could match Toyota on reliability.

[@MustafaAshah-el9nc]

Eh, they’d still have to beat Lexus

[@Fabulousprofound168]

That, and resale value.

[@Fabulousprofound168]

@@MustafaAshah-el9ncthat’s for Genesis to fight for

[@SkylineLofe]

@@MustafaAshah-el9nc Lexus is owned by Toyota...

[@MustafaAshah-el9nc]

@@SkylineLofe congratulations

[@jakey20022]

If you are looking at one. Get the hybrid which has a true 6 speed automatic transmission with a torque converter. I am looking at a 24' Sorrento hybrid.

[@stopxthisxfall]

I really like Hyundai and Kia in terms of styling and warranty coverage. I had a 2020 Hyundai Palisade and had numerous issues that were, thankfully, fixed under warranty. That itself doesn't turn me from the brand, but the dealership experience does. It's absolutely an abysmal experience trying to get service and then getting said service. In the 2 years we owned the car, it spent no less than a total of 3-4 weeks at the dealership. Each oil change that I waited for took 3-4 hours each time, leading me to learn how to just do it myself before I sold it. I sold the car in July of this year and haven't looked back.

[@MarioTinoco1998]

What car brand did you go for now ? And what is your experience now?

[@stopxthisxfall]

@@MarioTinoco1998 we went with Lincoln and so far have had a great experience. The buying experience was 100% remote. The only time we set foot in the dealership was the first time to test drive the vehicle. The fact that we didn’t have to wait 5 hours (like we did at Hyundai) was already a great selling point. We had one thing fixed during service that we found during our inspection at home, and they brought a loaner to the house and took our truck to get the work done. We didn’t have to lift a finger and weren’t inconvenienced in the slightest.

[@CMUBruin]

Bought a 2020 Kia Soul for my son's first car....first and last Kia we'll ever buy. Fooled us once...

[@TheOzthewiz]

Sadly KIAs' reliability has taken a hit due to the NEED for increasing production and selling more vehicles!

[@Wizerslapski]

i just bought a 2020 kia soul, whats wrong with yours?

[@TalismanPHX]

Id personally take a Mazda CX5 or maybe CX-50. Hyundai & Kia DCTs are known for multiple failures. That’s why the dealership service department usually replace the entire transmission, but even DCT replacements keep failing... just like older Nissan JATCO CVTs did..... abysmal customer service too.

[@TheOzthewiz]

The transmission itself is not the problem. The dual disc DRY CLUTCH is what causes the "shudder" when heating up in heavy stop-go traffic! Same problem Ford had with their otherwise excellent 2012-2018 FOCUS!

[@TaijiArban]

DCT in regular cars is just asking for trouble but transmission isn't Kia's only problem. Their engines are known to brick commonly as well. Remember the story about the guy who had a sorento and his engine replaced nearly every 60k or so miles because he milked the 10-year unlimited miles warranty? Just google "600k mile kia sorento" and you can find all about it lol Once or twice within 600k miles is good, 3-4 makes it on the less reliable side, 9 times is when you know it is a manufacturing defect. Edit: just reread the articles and seems that 600k sorento also went through 4 transmissions lol

[@GershonBenYitzhak]

The mazdas don't have a 3rd row

[@J.W.W.]

Checking in to see if Kia/Hyundai are building competitors for the Toyota Highlander yet. I got my answer.

[@azerogliev6520]

You are late mate. Palisade and Telluride started building back in 2019, 4 years ago. They are direct Highlander competitors, only better in every regard. They are still in production, so better jump on that wagon until its gone.

[@justinmatthews7789]

This is a shame. Before I bought my Honda, I was seriously considering Hyundai/Kia in addition to Toyota, Honda, and Mazda. This week, I was surprised to hear that a coworker had a piston go on their 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe with less than 100k km on it, essentially killing the whole engine. Now I see this video on a new Sorento and can't help but think I dodged a bullet and feel relieved.

[@kevinbridgman4664]

I have a 2023 Kia Forte GT2. Has the 1.6L Turbo w/ the 7Sp DCT. I bought the car in February and have clocked 13,400 miles. I can say that unlike C&D I have had 0 issues. No powertrain or infotainment problems. I know a DCT test to behave more like a manual rather than a standard auto so that's how I drive it. In stop & go traffic I leave plenty of space in front to pull forward and aren't rough on it while city driving. Maybe I'm an outlier but based on my personal experience I wholeheartedly recommend the car. The condition being that you perform regular oil changes, and are a bit aggressive on the maintenance schedule.

[@carterdickinson5804]

100% this - These cars are designed to be more sporty/driven a certain way

[@pdlynch4330]

Thank you for doing to grunt work allowing me to make an informed decision. My RAV 4 has been rock solid. Oil changes and regular service. Peace of mind, plus no loss of vehicle for days..

[@TheOzthewiz]

The people looking at KIA/HYUNDAI would be MUCH BETTER off paying a little more for a Toyota.....ANY Toyota!

[@PeterHernandez-lg2eh]

Mazda or honda

[@moloono1]

You dodged a bullet. I’ll never buy a Kia/Hyundai because my mom’s Soul almost killed her on the highway when the engine seized.

[@michaelnoah3795]

It is funny how KIA and Hyundai now have top “reliability scores” from JD power and other agencies.

[@tommytufguy3432]

JD power is a joke, always has been.

[@4dmusic875]

Own a 2016 SXL and not a single issue throughout today quarter 2024. Only link kit with extended warranty at 90k km. At 103k km and strong

[@tophlovr]

I had ordered one and when it came in the dealership said the price was 8k over msrp. I argued with them for a while but ended up not purchasing it. Got my deposit back and I'm still driving my 2015 RAV4. With interest rates the way they are and OEM's selling way over MSRP I probably wont be buying another car till I can pay in full below the stealerships asking price... (in 2054)

[@novoyatlev]

8k over MSRP for a kia???! LOL they can fck off!

[@lornestein7248]

That's right! I've been saving my cash for 2+ years and want something newer but there is nothing that compares to my bulletproof 2013 Acura TL 3.7 NA V6 power & reliability under 55K CDN. No need to make a move until you got the cash in hand.

[@aaric1703]

This is yet another example of why Honda and Toyota continue to rule.

[@cgatito3528]

My uncle bought a new Lexus and had to invoke the lemon law. Seems like there are occasional lemons for every manufacturer.

[@chibbyylol]

@@cgatito3528Yep there's possibilities of lemons for every brand, just some more so than others. Hopefully things panned out well for your uncle

[@linux230]

OMFG. And i'm looking hard at the Sportage Hybrid. With a Turbo engine to boot. Wow, i'm really rethinking buying a new Kia.

[@TheOzthewiz]

The Sportage is ACTUALLY one of the FEW reliable KIAs!

[@theuniversegalaxynba]

Well sometimes I am tempted to buy something other than a Toyota or Honda, and then I play a video like this and it reminds me why you should only buy a Toyota or Honda then.

[@alexanderlin2022]

Thank you for the honest review!! This is what we want!

[@ethanhess246]

We just got a '23 SantaFe SEL Premium for this reason... Wanted to stick with the 2.5/8speed instead of this high-tech Turbo/DCT. Sucks that they only offer this complicated powertrain on these higher trims.

[@lovelyloves]

Have the 2022 Kia xline. I love it. But I already had to replace the rotor which made me worried as to why I had to change it so early on. Before 40,000 miles . I’m hoping that’s the only issues I have. For reference , I did drive it through the grape vine on our way to LA . I’ve driven to Central Valley all the way Bay Area and up apple hill placerville .

[@devinmurray5280]

DCT tend to shutter or be rougher. Wish they’d use a more refined regular transmission like a ZF 8 speed (which is legendary) but maybe that would cost them too much.

[@short5stick]

I would pay more for a regular AT transmission and take the gas milage hit. This is the best looking SUV. but now they ruined the front on the 2024.

[@devinmurray5280]

@@short5stick I like the new front. It looks more premium. It’s more cleaned up. I plan to get one for my fiancé next year. But yeah I’m not sure the transmission really saves any fuel efficiency.

[@short5stick]

@@devinmurray5280 Yes it is growing on me now. Just cant pull the trigger on. worried about motor burning up and kia takes to long to repair and not covering it and the bad DCT. I hope they changed the transmission to a regular AT transmission. Worried about it burning oil and carbon build up too.

[@The_Hi_Life]

Exactly, I can understand a DCT in a sports car, but in an suv, what’s really the point? A proven trans like a ZF would be a much safer option.

[@dontworry1568]

for in town driving i would agree with you. DCT were designed for racing. so putting around and creeping around is not what DCT are meant to do. wears them out.

[@reggieburris]

This is why Kia/Hyundai/Genesis trail Honda/Acura and Toyota/Lexus. I have owned many Hyundais and a Genesis sedan and encountered a myriad of mechanical, electronic and horrible customer service and corporate support issues. If their service department and the corporate put customers first, they would be on top. However I am back to Acuras because Hyundai Corporation lags behind in service. Any car or truck can break down, be it Acura, Genesis, Lexus, etc., but how do you remedy it and respond sets the tone, or lack of it.

[@TheSummerOfGeorge1]

Kia/hyundai trails EVERYONE, not just Toyota and Honda; they’re worse than even all the American and some of the European brands in reliability

[@TheOzthewiz]

That "wonderful" 10yr warranty isn't worth the paper it's written on!!

[@lornestein7248]

Been researching used 2022-23 Genesis GV70. Love the look inside and out but.. I'm not gonna get suckered. It's just a dressed up Hyundai. Think I'll keep my bulletproof 2013 Acura TL a little longer.

[@Rockybalboa541]

Kia figured out younger buyers care more about exterior and interior design than quality and reliability. Until you start having issues

[@fred8174]

Scary I have a Sorento EX V6 2015 at 113Kmiles. I tip the CSR and the head mechanic well to get them on my side. Recently had a total failure of the door lights ($476). Lights work ok individually, but won’t come on when opening the doors. Just now the interior fan blower failed and was replaced by me ($45). It also has the infamous white paint peeling problem that KIA wont repaint. I’m going to switch to Toyota Highlander next.

[@tigerskone2945]

Zero chance, I'd ever buy a kia again.

[@agreatd]

Wow, an answer in the title, thank you

[@SerendipitousProducts]

I wonder if you had issues with breaking. I fell like the rotors are way too small for this size vehicle. I have a 23 HEV Serento I can agree with this test. We only have 10,000 miles on it so far. My biggest complaint is yes car play can be downright useless at times. And again it needs way bigger brakes in front and back.

[@10tenman10]

About 2 years ago I was thinking of buying this vehicle. Unfortunately I buy my vehicles on the basis of reliability and would now not even look at Kia Hyundai.

[@maga6319]

Or you can't afford it.

[@Enerix87]

Wished I came across your video before buying my 2023 Sorento EX+ ... Right now its at the dealership for 10 days now. The truck dosnt want to start up, something is draining the battery. They say its the start/stop switch thats causing the problem and right now the piece they need is N/A and they have no idea when they are going to get it back in stock. They lent me a Kia Soul 2017 and that transmission bug you mentioned at the end of your video... I think this Kia Soul has that exact same problem. Tuesday Im going to give a call to KIA CANADA. I bought the Sorento 2023 2 months ago and It had 9800KM and as of right now Im at 17'000km and Im paying 420 every 2 weeks for nothing. I have a feeling I got a 'Lemon car'

[@LuisMaldunadus]

I think it is a lemon car, too.

[@TheOzthewiz]

Time to invoke the "lemon law"?

[@Enerix87]

@@TheOzthewiz Okay, so after the thrid attempt. My problem from the start was the ground... My ground for the battery broke... so the battery would drain all its power after a few hours because It would ''Stay on'' even after shutting the car off... 3 Towing for 25 days.... Crazy... So far its beem 3 weels and the probleme hasn't come back yet!

[@moloono1]

Have them buy it back from you and run far away from Kia/Hyundai!!!

[@mcneel16]

Way to many people putting there 2cents in without actually owning one. We have a 2022 Sorento Xline with the 2.5l engine non turbo. We are at 14k miles and runs great, no trans issues, or powertrain electrical. I cant speak for the other powertrains but the 2.5l non turbo saves us alot on gas. Traveling with 5-6 people is perfect but once you have all 7 seats being utilized is when the car is not big enough.

[@enchantkeymike8170]

I have a 2022 xline just took it in for a transmission replacement, 24,000 miles

[@mcneel16]

@@enchantkeymike8170 and which engine do you have

[@sabinoluevano7447]

I have Kia Forte with 70k miles. I only had a small issue with a coil, I bought a used one and that was it. Kias are good in general, but maybe some models are not.

[@jeffamburgey7485]

Late to the post, however when my wife and I were shopping cars we decided on the Lexus LX. They are admittedly pricey. Our son bought a new Sorrento same color and was chiding us over the fact that he could buy 2.5 Sorrentos for that money etc. I'll probably drive the LX for the rest of my life. The Sorrento is already gone. Inexpensive even in relative terms does not always mean cheap, but generally very good cost more. If it's the bargain of a category usually there is reason behind it.

[@abaracskai]

DCT don’t bode too well in traffic. The issues track.

[@mnjamm]

I've been driving Kia Sorento 2022 2.2 dizel for 40k without any issues. Not a single one!

[@Aryck143]

Wonder if these issues will be addressed for the 2024 design refresh

[@warnerpinto7127]

I had a 2021 SX Prestige that needed a new transmission at 12k miles. Overall, I loved the car but and I’m contemplating getting another one but that dual clutch scares me.

[@kirkland0074]

My new 2021 Sorento X Line had to go back to dealership after 60 days and needed a brand new transmission from Japan, can’t believe they still have a bunch of issues 🤦🏾

[@julianzapata4283]

A read a comment saying it is a hit or miss with Kia/Hyundai products and I do agree. We had a 21 Kia Telluride that started having transmission issues at 12k so we traded in. Our 20 Kia Soul has had a couple of recalls plus the famous theft issue (software was updated). Nice little city vehicle but thinking or trade that one in before something else comes up. I like the designs from Kia and Hyundai but the constant issues with their transmissions, fire and theft risks, among others are just too frustrating to consider having any of those vehicles in the future.

[@TheSummerOfGeorge1]

If you’re someone who’s dumb enough to buy a Kia soul, which is unbelievably ugly, not reliable, but worst of all: very inefficient for being such an ugly, small mess, then please stay in your Kia soul lane and don’t buy another make. It’s good to be able to identify the people who have no sense at all on the road by their Kia Soles

[@tannick2779]

​@@TheSummerOfGeorge1are you a Hyundai/Kia spokesman? 😂

[@TheOzthewiz]

The irony here is, the Telluride is KIAs' MOST RELIABLE vehicle! Oh, the inhumanity of it all...

[@karens1156]

Thank you 🙏

[@JeffSpehar-ov1cn]

Had a Hyundai once, never again.

[@tracyg9721]

I bought an old 2006 in 2019 Hyundai Tucson 4WD. It’s been awesome. Tough and capable except for on passing. It’s been my little can do car

[@damienasmr922]

I've had such a great experience with my 2018 Kia Stinger that I've been considering a Sorrento now that my family is larger. Maybe I'll just steer clear of DCTs.

[@TheOzthewiz]

So you are going to pass up the C8 Corvette AND the GT-500 Mustang (they both have DCTs (wet clutch)? Fantastic vehicles............0-60, 2.7sec for C8. The Mustang about 4.2sec!

[@BoneStack117]

Is this a joke? They said they need a larger vehicle, not a smaller one lol.

[@abhijeetthakurdesai]

Please make one for kia sportage 2023 hybrid

[@TheDanielStrang]

Got a 2023 Kia sorento base model as a work vehicle in may of that year. Drove it for 5 months until 20k km. Only issue I ever had was a plastic covering falling off the axle. Very pleasantly suprised with it

[@TheDanielStrang]

Also with the 10 year warranty who cares

[@chaddasilva9082]

Im hoping to buy one today - what would you rate it outve 10?

[@TheOzthewiz]

Willing to bet you'll have a LOT of "pleasant" surprises in store as the km pile up!

[@InfoWarlock]

Its pretty good honestly i hope u bought it

[@OdysseyOfABIsha]

I’ve been driving Kia Sorrento lx 2021 for 2 years 56000+ miles on it. Never had any issues and still runs smooth like day 1. Gas mileage is best in class 27/30. My only regret would be not having AWD. I’m planning on keeping this for next few years. Any one had issues after 50k miles. If yes, please let me know what to look for in future.

[@Mactavish2142]

I have a 2021 sx prestige. And its havjng problems left and right. The biggest issue now is it sometimes wont start. Doesnt throw a code. I hit the button, hear the fuel injectior wind up. No fire. No cranking, no noise no codes. Just wont start. After hitting the button 4-12 times itll start. Took it in and of course it did t do it for tlthe service dept once the entire week they had it.

[@cormaro13]

😂😂 you ready to buy a better brand now lol

[@Mactavish2142]

@@cormaro13 it's gone! Lol

[@cormaro13]

@Mactavish2142 which brand did u end up getting , I had a good experience with mazda so far for the past 2 years and 100k mileage between two cars

[@Mactavish2142]

@cormaro1376 I found a very clean low milage jeep grand Cherokee. Loving it so far.

[@MikeyG003]

Lexus is where it’s at for reliability lol my old beater 2007 is250 with 208k miles still running like a champ, never one issue

[@jcwongyu]

Would these problems exclusive to DCT? In where I am, we have normal AT and that's what we are looking at instead of the DCT.

[@troyx0]

A local mechanic warned me about Kia and Hyundai. The cars are popular because they look nice and they're inexpensive.

[@TheLopez1618]

Tengo una sorento 2023 y en algunas ocasiones la transmision dtc hace cambios asperos (duros)

[@MikeyG003]

Lots of issues for a new car, only thing really holding these kias/Hyundais is the reliability tbh

[@maga6319]

Hyundai and KIA is at the top for reliability above toyota and HOnda.

[@MikeyG003]

@@maga6319 lmao you sound real dumb making such false statements 😂

[@moneyparhar]

I went with 2023 santafe sel. Its 2.5 NA with regular trans. I don't want huyndai with turbo and DCT. More stuff to break. Thier dct isn't good

[@Yormsane]

It blows my mind that carmakers are still offering vehicles with dual clutch transmissions, after the Ford Focus disaster. Toyota Highlander wins the three-row SUV segment every time, for quality, reliability, and durability.

[@colechapman6976]

I like Kia, but between the recent theft lawsuit, engine recalls, and fire recalls, I am staying away. They focus too much on design and technology, and less about building cars that won't blow up or get stolen

[@LDMTX6]

I have a 2016 Sorento V6 with only 50k miles. Engine has been fine but had 4 other costly repairs to deal with amounting to over $5,000. My next SUV will be a Highlander.

[@jeremysomeone]

Replaced transmission under warranty with a used transmission. WTF

[@Chieftain357]

I'm so thankful for my Taurus for being so reliable. The only 2 repairs in 145k miles under the hood has been an o2 sensor and high-pressure power steering hose, all which happen after 100k miles. I believe all vehicles should be able to go 100k without any major problems. I feel sorry for the people who buy new cars that have major break down so early.

[@darren429858]

Looking at this model and mostly concerned about reliability, i test drove a 2022 sonata and it was terrible and i swore no kias or hyundai the thing shifted like the transmission was failing, the roaters were warped it just felt cheap. From what i see its a quality issue, some people luck out and some get a fantastic vehicle.

[@Bob_Adkins]

We've had very good luck with our Kias, never spent a dime on the 4 we've owned. We don't have teenagers who drive them and we do keep up the oil changed, so maybe that's a factor.

[@orangeholder]

My 2021 Sorento xline is 37000miles in with no issues…. :) figured I’d post this to put things inter perspective:)

[@kcpncfs9234]

probably not tested long enough to have transfer case problem... or would it happen?

[@NomadicJayye2021]

This video has reinforced my concerns about Kias/Hyundais! Yes they have great warranties, but who wants to live at an auto repair shop just because it's mostly paid for.

[@gavincolgan1827]

Why would you let this particular video sway you? They said this vehicle was an outlier. Lemons happen with any car brand. There have been recalls with Toyotas for fires recently, for example.

[@moloono1]

Same here. I’ll never buy a Kia/Hyundai just for the fact that they are so hit or miss. People either get one that lasts 200,000 miles or something that’s always in the shop. They have not improved their manufacturing processes enough for me to even risk it.

[@edubbya]

I still use my 2010 kia soul as a beater, the thing won’t die

[@Goldendad1]

Thanks for the warning. My ‘23 CR-V sport hybrid needed a $120 oil change in first year of driving 10K. Mostly 40 mpg also. Happy motoring!

[@tonyw2167]

Zero issue with my 2022 Kia Sorento PHEV top trim here in the US with six speed automatic transmission after 22,000 miles averaging 76 mpg. I love my Kia😊

[@Mr.Perry33]

Same here no issues so far

[@faautobahna9416]

Thanks.

[@heeltoeco]

Kia/Hyundai are reverting back to traditional automatics in certain ways as well, the Kona being a good example. Peope just aren't used to DCTs at lower speeds and they aren't always as reliable. Although, as someone who has been daily driving the family's "spare vehicle", a 2017 Sorento LX AWD with the 4 banger, they can definitely last without the cliche drivetrain replacements. The only issue now is the 8SA jerking at lower speeds and certain throttle - happens maybe 10% of the time on average. Its about due for a lot of fluid changes though so it deserves to be cut some slack. Poor soul is hitting 80k miles.

[@jeremyb456]

I have a 2012 kia sedona with a V6 and a 6 speed trans its rock solid as for you new kias I would not buy with the DSG junk and they have had massive engine problems over the last 12 years

[@citibear57]

At least it didn't catch on fire. KIA. Fuggedaboutit🍋

[@mac8179]

Also….IMO the dealership experience is very lackluster.

[@mkanyuh]

I refuse a dual clutch trans from any brand...hate those things...I have the 2022 tucson with the normal 2.5L and 8 speed automatic.....zero issues at 30k...love the car ....rapid change and rushing technology to market is the cause of most of these issues...I have driven nothing but kia and hyundai for 28 years....I stick with the regular engines and regular transmissions and they have all been great.

[@mj8495]

Only thing worse than DCT is CVT

[@pranavkodukula4362]

I have this exact same car with 22k miles on it and I never had these issues, great car tho.

[@joskjj3625]

Kia and Hyundai still have a long way to go reliability wise, they may be better now compared to 25 years ago but thats still not enough

[@TheOzthewiz]

YES! There are BETTER choices out there!

[@elizabethshimada7809]

Geez I considered this before I traded in my 22 Tuscon which I found to be uncomfortable and slow. I ended up with a 22 passport and I love it but it’s had 2 recalls and it froze after a car wash. I think all new cars are subject to their issues but so sad because you spend so much money on them.

[@GHinWI]

It seems that Kia took over the design & production of Ford’s Powershift transmission.

[@iSlandeRon]

The dealer experience when buying and servicing a Kia has turned me off to Kia. And I've owned 4 with the last being a Kia cadenza that when it needed any service I actually brought it to my local Mazda dealer that I bough my wife's cx-5 from. Mazda dealers are world class while Kias are 3rd world. Secondly your new Sorento transmission gets replaced with a rebuilt one?

[@TheOzthewiz]

The Mazdas' rival Toyota in quality and reliability. Can't figure out why they are always "under the radar"!

[@TheEvilganon4]

TOYOTA TOYOTA TOYOTA TOYOTA.

[@jasonbrown3728]

My 2023 Sorento Prestige is running well 💯🙏🏾

[@Chiroman527]

Despite the fact that I was considering the 2023 Sorrento to replace my 22 MDX in August Next year (2024). With aall these Powertrain Issues and other engine issues, of which I had 0 on my MDX, I will shy away. Too Bad , it looks so ideal a vehicle for me as a 71 yo Retiree who really doesn't need a 3 row gas drinking SUV for primarily local Suburban trips. The Hybrid is another consideration - it uses a different Tranny ( a 6 speed non Dula Clutch Tranny) , but we will see?

[@allwheeldrive]

Given these faults were rectified, it would seem any of these actually produced in the last few months would be just fine. There is still that very generous powertrain warranty to back it up, and I'm pretty sure Kia would rather NOT have their customers bring their cars back during warranty.

[@cormaro13]

Go mazda cx90

[@azerogliev6520]

Stay away from Kia. Bad quality. Korean crap.

[@short5stick]

@@allwheeldrive Yea but they burn oil too and warranty is nothing when they reject it like they do most people I read. Motor will burn up.

[@gilboman]

@@allwheeldrive rectified like their theta i and theta ii engines and newer ones too? they just keep adding defects with time

[@johnerickson8785]

Look who typically buys Kia or Hyundai, mostly poor americans who make bad financial decisions.

[@brent8052]

I bought an 23 Xline about 3 months ago, I have 8000 mls on. I drive 140 everyday for work plus more. I love this vehicle.

[@seatime674]

Bottom line,, Steer clear from all Kia and Hyundai 4 cylinders these are all plagued with issues even now. Always go for the 6.. I'm getting the Kia Carnival soon..👍

[@chrissimmons9969]

Wow that was something less than a ringing endorsement of this vehicle. Sadly I feel like it is what you can expect to encounter if you're brave enough to buy a Kia. I'm a bit baffled as to why they felt the need to put a dual clutch transmission in a family SUV. I owned a bought from new 2016 Kia Soul and suffered catastrophic engine failure at 70k miles. Personally I would spend a little more money and a more reliable brand.

[@short5stick]

You said it. Brave enough. Style draws you in. It will bite you.

[@Yourleftismyright88]

What sucks is that they are putting it on a lot of their cars. Their 8 speed Auto is flawless so I'm not sure why they are trying to put that transmission in everything

[@TheOzthewiz]

In a word.........EFFICIENCY! The DCT gets 10% better mileage, along with a NOTICEABLE increase in acceleration versis the hydraulich set-up!

[@Brayant25]

That's why I go with the Kia Hybrid with a traditional 6-speed automatic plus great gas mileage. It is also built in Korea and I found out that cars built in Korea are more reliable than the Kia cars built in America. I own the 2023 Sportage hybrid Sx Prestige and will be getting the 2024 Sorento hybrid next year.

[@speederz1]

had a 2023 sorento...JUNK pure garbage 2 transmissions in 1 yr....dumped it for a new Tahoe and loving it with 30,000 miles

[@tomw7794]

I have a 2016 Kia Sorrento LX . 75000 miles Normal Maintenance still runs like New. Other family members have Kias and their experience is the same as mine.

[@Target135]

Oh man, that gives me some pause. I’ve been driving a 2013 Kia Optima for about 11 years and I did get the transmission replaced for free at about 9 years for like gear slipping issues and it took about a month (got a free ford explorer rental for the entire time, lol). I wonder if a lot of the dual clutch problems have been ironed out in the 2024 model year :/

[@myusrn]

four scheduled service visits that cost $850 or $212.50 per visit. what the hell how come so much?