Is the Sorento an imported model?
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The Sorento is an imported model. The Sorento is a mid-size SUV produced by Kia. In terms of exterior design, the Sorento adopts Kia's new design language, with clean and uncomplicated overall lines, giving the vehicle a substantial appearance. For the interior, the Sorento primarily features an all-black design, with most areas wrapped in genuine leather, and the three-spoke steering wheel enhances its sporty feel. Other features of the Sorento include: 1. Body dimensions: The Sorento measures 4800mm in length, 1890mm in width, and 1720mm in height; 2. Powertrain: The Sorento is equipped with a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine and a 2.4-liter naturally aspirated engine. The 2.0-liter turbocharged engine delivers a maximum horsepower of 185 hp, while the 2.4-liter naturally aspirated engine produces a maximum horsepower of 188 hp; 3. Transmission: The Sorento comes standard with a 6-speed automatic transmission.
When I first bought my car, the Sorento was indeed purely imported. Back then, the 4S stores proudly displayed the import badges, and the prices were sky-high due to tariffs. But things have changed in the past two years—Kia moved its production line to the Yancheng factory, and now most cars sold in stores are domestic versions. Not that the domestic ones are bad; the key point is that the price dropped by nearly 100,000 yuan after localization, and features like a panoramic sunroof and smart driving assistance were added. My neighbor kept raving about how great it was when he picked up his car last month. However, if you come across a used 2018 model in the second-hand market, chances are it's the original imported version.
