2012 Kia Sorento 4Dr SUV
Fuel: 20 mpg city / 27 mpg hwyMSRP: $21,250
After a major redesign in 2011, the 2012 Kia Sorento returns for this year with only minor changes. A new gasoline Direct Injection Technology engine sees an improvement in fuel economy. The Sorento features Kia's new UVO powered by Microsoft (R) hands-free infotainment and communications system. The Sorento has been Kia's bestselling vehicle since its introduction in January of last year. It is the first vehicle built in the West Point, Georgia production plant, and is on its way to becoming the first vehicle for Kia to sell over 100,000 units in a single year.
5 Year Cost of Ownership
4Dr SUV 5 Year Ownership Costs
| Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 | Year 5 | 5 Year Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depreciation | $7,168 | $1,891 | $1,709 | $1,502 | $1,416 | $13,686 |
| Financing | $682 | $547 | $397 | $244 | $88 | $1,958 |
| Insurance | $1,332 | $1,332 | $1,332 | $1,332 | $1,332 | $6,660 |
| State Fees | $122 | $80 | $79 | $73 | $72 | $426 |
| Fuel | $2,110 | $2,233 | $2,362 | $2,499 | $2,644 | $11,848 |
| Maintenance | $90 | $310 | $428 | $861 | $336 | $2,025 |
| Repairs | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $171 | $171 |
| Ownership Costs | $11,504 | $6,393 | $6,307 | $6,511 | $6,059 | $36,774 |
Vehicle Class:
Crossover/Wagon
5 Year Cost of Similar Vehicles:
$35,595
Difference:
$1,179
Hybrid/Alternate Fuel Tax Credit:
$0
Value Rating This Vehicle:
Poor
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