{"id":463,"date":"2025-05-12T07:05:01","date_gmt":"2025-05-12T07:05:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wisewheels.com.pk\/blogs\/?p=463"},"modified":"2025-05-12T07:08:48","modified_gmt":"2025-05-12T07:08:48","slug":"kia-sorento-hybrid-spotted-on-pakistani-roads-international-specs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wisewheels.com.pk\/blogs\/kia-sorento-hybrid-spotted-on-pakistani-roads-international-specs\/","title":{"rendered":"Kia Sorento Hybrid Spotted on Pakistani Roads \u2013 International Specs"},"content":{"rendered":"

The car scene in Pakistan is buzzing with excitement as hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) are becoming more popular, especially in the SUV market. Big-name car companies are quickly getting on board with hybrids, and we\u2019re already seeing models like the Kia Sportage HEV, Hyundai Tucson HEV, and the facelift of Haval H6 HEV hitting the roads. It’s great to see more eco-friendly choices available for SUV lovers!<\/span><\/p>\n

In a recent update, Hyundai Nishat is ready to roll out its hybrid lineup even further with the upcoming launch of the Sorento hybrid in Pakistan. And guess what? The much-anticipated midsize SUV has already been spotted cruising around Karachi! How cool is that?<\/span><\/p>\n

The pictures show off the Sorento’s sleek and modern back profile, complete with eye-catching LED tail lights linked by a shiny black strip. This gives the vehicle a new and stylish look. Right in the middle, you\u2019ll find the Kia logo, while sharp lines around the rear window boost its aerodynamic look. Plus, a small rear spoiler adds a sporty touch, making the back both lively and sophisticated.<\/span><\/p>\n

The rear bumper features dual exhaust outlets and a brushed metal finish, highlighting the SUV’s premium feel and performance vibe. This attractive rear design showcases how the Sorento HEV combines luxury with eco-friendliness. While we\u2019re still waiting for details on the local version, the international model gives us a great sneak peek of what\u2019s to come\u2014though there may be a few adjustments when it officially hits the roads in Pakistan!<\/span><\/p>\n

International Specs & Features<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Dimensions<\/strong><\/h3>\n

This SUV is quite impressive with its dimensions! It length out to 4,815 mm long, 1,900 mm wide, and stands tall at 1,700 mm when you include the roof rails. It has a solid wheelbase of 2,815 mm and a minimum ground clearance of 174 mm. Perfect for both city driving and off-road adventures!<\/span><\/p>\n

Power & Performance<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Category<\/b><\/td>\nDetails<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Engine Type<\/span><\/td>\n1,598 cc Smartstream In-Line 4-cyl. DOHC T-GDI D-CVVT CVVD 16 Valve<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Power (kW @ RPM)<\/span><\/td>\n132 @ 5,500<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Torque (Nm @ RPM)<\/span><\/td>\n265 @ 1,500 \u2013 4,500<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Electric Motor<\/span><\/td>\nPermanent Magnet Synchronous Motor<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Motor Power (kW @ RPM)<\/span><\/td>\n44 @ 1,600 \u2013 2,000<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Motor Torque (Nm @ RPM)<\/span><\/td>\n264 @ 0 \u2013 1,600<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Combined System Output<\/span><\/td>\n169 kW \/ 350 Nm<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Battery Type<\/span><\/td>\nLithium-Ion<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Battery Capacity (Ah)<\/span><\/td>\n6<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Battery Voltage (V)<\/span><\/td>\n270<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Battery Charging (AC Single-Phase Charging)<\/span><\/td>\nUp to 3.3 kW, 3 hrs 26 min<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Transmission<\/span><\/td>\n6-Speed Automatic (Sports-Matic)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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Kia Sorento – Exterior<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Category<\/b><\/td>\nDetails<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Exterior Styling<\/span><\/td>\n\u2022 Black \u2018Tiger Nose\u2019 Radiator Grille<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Satin Silver Skid Plate (Front & Rear)<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Body Coloured Door Handles with Satin Silver Accents<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Satin Silver Window Surrounds<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Satin Silver Door Side Garnish<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Mirrors & Door Lights<\/span><\/td>\n\u2022 Body Coloured Outside Mirrors<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Electric Folding Outside Mirrors with Automatic Folding Function<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Outside Mirrors with Heated Function + Auto-Dip on Reverse \u2022 \u2022 \u2022 Function + Mounted Side Indicators<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Outside Door Handle Pocket Lights (Front)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Protection & Trim<\/span><\/td>\n\u2022 Mud Guards (Front & Rear)<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Roof Rails<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Liftgate & Spoiler<\/span><\/td>\n\u2022 Hands-Free Smart Power Tailgate<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Rear Spoiler<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Lighting<\/span><\/td>\n\u2022 LED Rear Combination Lights<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Roof & Glass<\/span><\/td>\n\u2022 Panoramic Sunroof (Powered)<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Privacy Glass (Rear Windows & Tailgate)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Wipers<\/span><\/td>\n\u2022 Auto Rain Sensing Wipers<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Auto Rear Wiper In Reverse<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Front Wiper & Washer (2-Speed Variable \/ 5-Speed Intermittent)<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Aero-Blade Type Front Wipers<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Hidden Rear Wiper & Washer (2-Speed)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Wheels & Tyres<\/span><\/td>\n\u2022 Wheel Size \/ Wheel Type: 19\u2033 \/ Alloy (Machine Finish)<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Tyres: 235\/55 R19<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

<\/h3>\n

Kia Sorento – Interior<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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Category<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

Details<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Infotainment & Displays<\/span><\/td>\n\u2022 3\u2033 Colour LCD Touch Screen Infotainment<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 3\u2033 Digital Driver Cluster + 12.3\u2033 Touch Screen Infotainment<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Colour Head-Up Display (HUD)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Climate & Comfort Control<\/span><\/td>\n\u2022 Dual-Zone Climate Control Air-Conditioning<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Auto Comfort Control for Driver Seat<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Seating & Adjustments<\/span><\/td>\n\u2022 Ventilated and Heated Seats<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Seat Capacity<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Quilted Nappa Leather-Appointed* Seats<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 14-Way Power Driver\u2019s Seat (inc. 4-Way Lumbar & Cushion Extension)<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Integrated Memory System Driver\u2019s Seat (2 position memory)<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 10-Way Power Front Passenger\u2019s Seat (inc. 2-Way Lumbar & Walk-In Switch)<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Headrests with Height Adjust (all) & Tilt Function (front)<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Height-Adjustable Front Seatbelts<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Connectivity & Media<\/span><\/td>\n\u2022 Wireless & Wired Android Auto + Apple CarPlay with Voice Recognition<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 USB Input with Multimedia Connectivity<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Bluetooth Multi-Connection Functionality (Phone\/Media Stream)<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Steering-Wheel-Mounted Audio\/Bluetooth Controls<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Wireless Phone Fast Charging (Qi)\u00b9<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Driver Controls<\/span><\/td>\n\u2022 ASCC (Advanced Smart Cruise Control) with Steering-Wheel Mounted Controls<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Heated Steering Wheel (2 levels)<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Paddle Shifters<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Interior Ambience<\/span><\/td>\n\u2022 Interior Mood Lighting (up to 64 colours)<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 LED Interior Lights (front & rear)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Windows & Defrosting<\/span><\/td>\n\u2022 Power Windows with Auto Up\/Down & Safety Function (front & rear)<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Rear Window Defroster with Timer<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Charging & Power<\/span><\/td>\n\u2022 Row USB Chargers (2 \u00d7 cargo area)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Visors & Mirrors<\/span><\/td>\n\u2022 Driver Sunvisor with Illuminated Vanity Mirror & Sliding Function<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Front Passenger Sunvisor with Illuminated Vanity Mirror & Sliding Function<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Trim, Pedals & Storage<\/span><\/td>\n\n

\u2022 Alloy Door Scuff Panels (front & rear)<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Alloy Sports Pedals<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Driver\u2019s Foot Rest<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Black High-Gloss Interior Trim (console)<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Centre Console Storage Box with Bucket Tray<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Front Console Tray with Lid<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

<\/h3>\n

Kia Sorento – Safety Features<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Category<\/b><\/td>\nDetails<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
ABS<\/span><\/td>\nAnti-Lock Braking System with EBD & BA\u00b9<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
ESC<\/span><\/td>\nElectronic Stability Control with TCS\u00b2<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
VSM<\/span><\/td>\nVehicle Stability Management<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
TSA<\/span><\/td>\nTrailer Stability Assist<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
HAC<\/span><\/td>\nHill-Start Assist Control<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
DBC<\/span><\/td>\nDownhill Brake Control<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
ESS<\/span><\/td>\nEmergency Stop Signal<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
MCB<\/span><\/td>\nMulti-Collision Braking<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Seatbelt Warning<\/span><\/td>\nWarning Chime & Light (6 Positions)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Parking Sensors<\/span><\/td>\nFront, Side & Reverse Parking Sensors with Dash Display<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Rear View Camera<\/span><\/td>\nRear View Camera with In-Audio Screen Display & Dynamic Parking Guidelines<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
360\u00b0 Camera<\/span><\/td>\n360\u00b0 Camera View<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
DCM<\/span><\/td>\nDigital Centre Mirror<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
High-Mounted Rear Stop Light<\/span><\/td>\nHigh-Mounted Rear Stop Light<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
LED DRL<\/span><\/td>\nLED Daytime Running Light<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
LED Headlights<\/span><\/td>\nLED Small Cube Projection Head Lights<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
HBA<\/span><\/td>\nHigh Beam Assist<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Dusk-Sensing Headlights<\/span><\/td>\nDusk-Sensing Automatic Headlights<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
LED Rear Fog Lights<\/span><\/td>\nLED Rear Fog Lights<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
LED Front Fog Lights<\/span><\/td>\nLED Front Fog Lights<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
BCA<\/span><\/td>\nBlind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
BVM<\/span><\/td>\nBlind Spot View Monitor<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
RCCA<\/span><\/td>\nRear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
LKA<\/span><\/td>\nLane Keep Assist<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
LFA<\/span><\/td>\nLane Following Assist<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
AEB<\/span><\/td>\nAutonomous Emergency Brake with FCWS (Forward Collision Warning) \u2013 Car, Pedestrian, Cyclist & Junction<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
PCA<\/span><\/td>\nParking Collision Avoidance Assist \u2013 Reverse<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
DAA+<\/span><\/td>\nDriver Attention Alert<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
ISLA<\/span><\/td>\nIntelligent Speed Limit Assist<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
SEA<\/span><\/td>\nSeat Belt Assist<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Door Open Warning<\/span><\/td>\nDoor Open Warning on Driver Display<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Speed-Sensing Auto Door Lock<\/span><\/td>\nSpeed Sensing Auto Door Lock<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Electronic Child Safety Lock<\/span><\/td>\nElectronic Child Safety Lock<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Rear Occupant Alert<\/span><\/td>\nRear Occupant Alert<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Child Restraint Anchorage Points<\/span><\/td>\n5 \u00d7 Top Tether \/ 4 \u00d7 Isofix<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
3-Point EL Seatbelts<\/span><\/td>\n3-Point Emergency Locking Seatbelts on all Positions<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
e-Call\u00b9 with SOS Button<\/span><\/td>\ne-Call\u00b9 with SOS Button (Overhead Console Control)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Steering Wheel Controls<\/span><\/td>\nSteering-Wheel-Mounted Audio\/Bluetooth\u00ae Controls<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Front SRS Airbags<\/span><\/td>\nFront Driver & Passenger SRS Airbags<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Front Centre Airbag<\/span><\/td>\nFront Centre SRS Airbag<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Curtain Airbags<\/span><\/td>\nCurtain SRS Airbags (1st & 2nd Rows)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Side Door Impact Airbags<\/span><\/td>\nSide Door Impact SRS Airbags (Front & Rear)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Impact Sensing Unlock<\/span><\/td>\nImpact Sensing Auto Door Unlocking<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

<\/h3>\n

Kia Sorento – Security<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Category<\/b><\/td>\nDetails<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Security System<\/span><\/td>\nBurglar Alarm<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Anti-Theft Mechanism<\/span><\/td>\nAnti-Theft Immobiliser<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Access & Locking<\/span><\/td>\nRemote Central Locking with Keyless Entry & Tailgate Release<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Smart Key Convenience<\/span><\/td>\nSmart Key with Push Button Start and Remote Engine Start<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Smart Parking Assist<\/span><\/td>\nSmart Key with RSPA (Remote Smart Parking Assist)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Lighting & Safety Feature<\/span><\/td>\nHeadlight Escort Function<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

 <\/p>\n

What are your thoughts on the new Kia Sorento HEV that’s coming out soon? We’d love to hear what you think! Drop your opinions in the comments below.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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