2017 KIA Sorento EX

The 2017 Sorento is a midsize three-row SUV that slots between the compact Sportage and the larger Telluride in Kia's crossover lineup. It competes with the Honda Pilot, Toyota Highlander, and Ford Explorer, offering a more affordable entry point with a long warranty. The Sorento drives with a composed, car-like feel, though the four-cylinder can hesitate under quick acceleration. Inside, the cabin impresses with upscale materials and a roomy second row, plus available third-row seating for seven. Reliability is generally solid, with some owners reporting air-conditioning and minor interior issues that were often covered under warranty. The EX skips the LX's four-cylinder to bring you the 3.3L V6 as standard, plus nicer upholstery and a larger touchscreen, but you give up the top-trim SX's premium audio and ventilated seats. Its 3.3L V6 makes 290 horsepower and pairs with a six-speed automatic and all-wheel drive, giving you confident all-weather traction and enough punch to merge onto the highway without drama. This EX can be optioned with a third row, turning it into a seven-seater that still leaves 73.0 cubic feet of cargo space behind the front seats when folded.