About the Kia Sorento
Last updated Dec 18, 2024The 2012 Kia Sorento's used prices in Australia typically range from $11,600 for the SI (4x4) variant and topping out at $19,700 for the Platinum (4x4).
There are 7 variants of the Sorento available in Australia and this generation went on sale in January of 2011.
Engine options include 2.2L turbo diesel (145kW/422Nm) and 3.5L petrol (204kW/336Nm). Available with 6 speed manual or 6 speed automatic transmissions. Both all-wheel drive and front-wheel drive configurations are available.
The 2012 Sorento was offered with a 5 year, unlimited kilometre warranty.
2012 Kia Sorento Price
SLI GLOBAL CIRCUIT
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.2L, 6 sp automatic Diesel 4x4 5d Sport Utility Vehicle | $47,190 |
PLATINUM GLOBAL CIRCUIT
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.2L, 6 sp automatic Diesel 4x4 5d Sport Utility Vehicle | $51,180 |
SI
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 3.5L, 6 sp automatic Unleaded FWD 5d Sport Utility Vehicle | $36,990 |
| 2.2L, 6 sp manual Diesel 4x4 5d Sport Utility Vehicle | $39,990 |
| 2.2L, 6 sp automatic Diesel 4x4 5d Sport Utility Vehicle | $41,990 |
SLI
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.2L, 6 sp automatic Diesel 4x4 5d Sport Utility Vehicle | $46,190 |
PLATINUM
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.2L, 6 sp automatic Diesel 4x4 5d Sport Utility Vehicle | $49,190 |
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2012 Kia Sorento Specs
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2012 Kia Sorento Dimensions
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2012 Kia Sorento Fuel Economy
There are 6 different fuel economy figures for the Kia Sorento
The most fuel efficient Kia Sorento is the Si (4x4) with a 6 SPEED MANUAL which is powered by a 2.2L DIESEL TURBO F/INJ and uses 6.6L of Diesel per 100km on the combined cycle.
The Kia Sorento that uses the most amount of fuel is the Si (4x2) with a 6 SPEED AUTOMATIC which is powered by a 3.5L MULTI POINT F/INJ and uses 10L of Unleaded Petrol per 100km on the combined rural and urban test cycle.
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| Kia Sorento | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 2.2L, 6 sp automatic Diesel 4x4 5d Sport Utility Vehicle | Diesel | 7.4 L/100km |
Cost of ownership
What are the running and servicing costs of a Kia Sorento?
The Kia Sorento has a recommended service interval of 12 months or 15,000 km, whichever comes first.
2012 Kia Sorento Warranty
What is the warranty on a Kia Sorento?
The Kia Sorento offers a 5 year unlimited kilometre warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.
Kia Sorento FAQs
The cheapest Kia Sorento is the Si (4x4) that starts from $11,600.
The most expensive Kia Sorento is the PLATINUM (4x4) that starts from $19,700.
The best towing capacity of a Kia Sorento is offered by the Si (4x4) which can tow 2500 kg
The largest Kia Sorento is the Si (4x4) which measures 1885mm wide, 4685mm in length and sits 1745mm tall.
The most powerful Kia Sorento is the Si (4x2) which has 204kW of power from its 3.5L MULTI POINT F/INJ engine.
The Kia Sorento is built in Korea and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Kia Sorento is the Si (4x4) which weighs 2575 kg (kerb weight).
The Kia Sorento may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Diesel or Unleaded Petrol.