Model year guide

2006 Kia Sorento

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2006 Kia Sorento is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 133 on record.

2006 Kia Sorento — representative photo
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2006 Kia Sorento at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints242
Combined16 mpg
Typical price$3,640

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2006 Kia Sorento recalls 1

Exterior Lighting:brake Lights:switch NHTSA Campaign #09V130000 · 17/04/2009

HUYNDAI-KIA IS RECALLING 139,844 MY 2006-2007- SEDONA, SPORTAGE, SORENTO AND MY RONDO AND AMANTI VEHICLES. THE STOP LAMP SWITCH IN THE AFFECTED VEHICLES MAY MALFUNCTION. A MALFUNCTIONING STOP LAMP SWITCH MAY CAUSE THE BRAKE LIGHTS TO NOT ILLUMINATE WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED OR MAY CAUSE THE BRAKE LIGHTS TO REMAIN ILLUMINATED WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS RELEASED. A STOP LAMP SWITCH MALFUNCTION MAY ALSO AFFECT …

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STOP LAMP SWITCH FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 17, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KIA'S CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CENTER AT 1-800-333-4542.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2006 Kia Sorento common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 242 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Exterior Lighting
Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

2006 Kia Sorento MPG & running costs

Combined16 mpg
City14 mpg
Highway19 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,913

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2006 Kia Sorento worth?

Low
$2,000
Typical price
$3,640
High
$5,700

From 131 comparable 2006 Kia Sorento listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2006 Kia Sorento costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$19,565
Depreciation (5 yrs)$2,400
Total$21,965
Per mile$0.29

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($3,640) with the same model 3 model-years older ($2,189), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2006 Kia Sorento trims & engines on record

Trims
LX · EX · BL
Engines
3.5L

2006 Kia Sorento vehicles on record

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2006 Kia Sorento — frequently asked questions

Does the 2006 Kia Sorento have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2006 Kia Sorento. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Kia Sorento?

Based on 242 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are fuel/propulsion system, air bags, exterior lighting.

What gas mileage does the 2006 Kia Sorento get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2006 Kia Sorento at about 16 mpg combined (14 city / 19 highway).

How much is a 2006 Kia Sorento worth?

Comparable 2006 Kia Sorento listings run roughly $2,000–$5,700, typically around $3,640 (from 131 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.