Albert Jason
With the upcoming Geneva Motor Show, which is considered one of the most important auto events of the year, a lot of important carmakers worldwide are already preparing their latest editions for an official display. One of them is Kia, the South-Korean based car manufacturer getting ready to unveil the brand-new 2021 Sorento.
The new 2021 Kia Sorento was detailed towards the end of last month in the first leaked images – being highlighted with a sharp design and fully packed with the latest technologies on board; now, we have the official details and images of the model.
The new and much more modern SUV is larger than the previous one, and comes with the carmaker`s new design philosophy; it is also the first SUV from the range to come as a hybrid variant. As for the interior, it is fully packed with the latest gadgetry and safety systems.
Design Details
The 2021 Kia Sorento looks eye-catching on the exterior with a daring design that highlights a strong personality and “refined boldness”, as the car manufacturer declared.
Starting with the front, the new Kia Sorento wears the new grille with the company’s “tiger nose”, along with slim headlights that incorporate LED daytime running lights, with “tiger eye” pattern.
At the back, there is a new set of vertical-stacked taillights with square-edged corners. There is also the new roofline which maximizes boot space inside the cabin. Also, the rear end comes with more prominent horizontal lines as well, which increases the feeling of a robust SUV, while the lower rear bumper is wrapped in black sheeting. That gives the overall design a sharper and edgier feel than the present design.
Interior Details
In terms of dimensions, the new 2021 Kia Sorento is much wider than the current model. The A-pillar for instance, is 30mm back and comes with shorter front and rear overhangs, and a much longer wheelbase. That provides increased space inside.
Technology Details
Technology-wise, the 2021 Kia Sorento is equipped with the latest gadgetries and accessories. There is the new 10.21-inch multimedia touch-screen on the dashboard, along with a 12.3-inch digital screen for the instrument cluster. There are also some buttons that surround the main screen, while the climate control system features an “H” pattern for the vents.
As for the gear shifter, this one has been replaced by a rotary-like selector which supports driving modes and other control features.
Engine Lineup
Even if we do not have the official powertrains, reports state that the new Kia Sorento will be offered as a plug-in hybrid powertrain along with a hybrid variant. The first one will be backed by a conventional 1.6-liter turbo petrol. As for output, this will stand at around 170 kW. However, these are just speculations, with the official details to be officially unveiled at the 2021 Geneva Motor Show, which will open its gates on March 3rd.
Until then, you are invited to see the media gallery below with the 2021 Kia Sorento, which reveals an exceptional design with a strong personality. Enjoy and don’t forget to tell us what you think about the new model!
