Model year guide

2017 Kia Sorento

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2017 Kia Sorento is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 39 on record.

2017 Kia Sorento — representative photo
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2017 Kia Sorento at a glance

Safety recalls4
Owner complaints783
Combined22 mpg
Typical price$19,126

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2017 Kia Sorento recalls 4

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings NHTSA Campaign #18V907000 · 19/12/2018

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Optima, 2012-2017 Sorento and 2011-2018 Sportage vehicles that previously received an engine replacement under recall number 17V-224, warranty, or the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) Product Improvement Campaign. The high pressure fuel pipe that connects to the fuel pump outlet may have been damaged, misaligned or improperly torqued during the engine repl…

Fix: Kia has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pipe, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 17, 2019. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC172.

Engine And Engine Cooling:engine NHTSA Campaign #17V586000 · 21/09/2017

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017 Sorento vehicles equipped with 3.3L engines. The engine crankshaft may have been improperly heat treated and may fail.

Fix: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the crankshaft, and, as necessary, replace the engine sub assembly, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2017. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC153.

Trailer Hitches NHTSA Campaign #16V862000 · 30/11/2016

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Sorento vehicles manufactured October 27, 2014, to August 25, 2016, and 2017 Sportage vehicles manufactured December 10, 2015, to August 26, 2016. The affected vehicles are equipped with an accessory trailer hitch wiring harness that, due to a malfunction of the tow hitch module, may result in the trailer brake lights being constantly illuminated. …

Fix: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the trailer tow hitch harness, free of charge. The recall began January 18, 2017. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC142.

Trailer Hitches NHTSA Campaign #22V703000 · 19/09/2022

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Sorento, 2021-2022 Sorento Hybrid (HEV), 2022-2023 Sorento Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV), and 2017-2022 Sportage vehicles equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Kia dealership. Debris and moisture accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, whi…

Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect the vehicle, and, as necessary, replace the fuse and/or tow hitch harness module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2023. Owners may contact Kia c…

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.

2017 Kia Sorento common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 783 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

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.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.

2017 Kia Sorento MPG & running costs

Combined22 mpg
City19 mpg
Highway25 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,871

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

What's a 2017 Kia Sorento worth?

Low
$13,500
Typical price
$19,126
High
$24,999

From 28 comparable 2017 Kia Sorento listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2017 Kia Sorento costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$14,355
Depreciation (5 yrs)$5,100
Total$19,455
Per mile$0.26

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 ($19,126) with the same model 5 model-years older ($14,035), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2017 Kia Sorento trims & engines on record

Trims
L, LX · EX · SX, SX Limited
Engines
2.4L 4-cyl 185 hp · 3.3L 6-cyl 290 hp

2017 Kia Sorento vehicles on record

2017 Kia Sorento 2017 Kia Sorento EX5XYPHDA50HG232046 2017 Kia Sorento 2017 Kia Sorento L, LX5XYPGDA51HG221253 2017 Kia Sorento 2017 Kia Sorento L, LX5XYPGDA39HG262132 2017 Kia Sorento 2017 Kia Sorento L, LX5XYPGDA59HG292944 2017 Kia Sorento 2017 Kia Sorento SX, SX Limited5XYPKDA50HG299327 2017 Kia Sorento 2017 Kia Sorento L, LX5XYPGDA3XHG294328 2017 Kia Sorento 2017 Kia Sorento L, LX5XYPG4A30HG299649 2017 Kia Sorento 2017 Kia Sorento L, LX5XYPGDA57HG292473 2017 Kia Sorento 2017 Kia Sorento L, LX5XYPG4A32HG187709 2017 Kia Sorento EX5XYPH4A59HG319380 2017 Kia Sorento 2017 Kia Sorento L, LX5XYPG4A3XHG218026 2017 Kia Sorento L, LX5XYPG4A37HG325342 2017 Kia Sorento 2017 Kia Sorento L, LX5XYPG4A30HG217239 2017 Kia Sorento L, LX5XYPG4A31HG284688 2017 Kia Sorento 2017 Kia Sorento L, LX5XYPGDA59HG319835 2017 Kia Sorento 2017 Kia Sorento L, LX5XYPGDA52HG309485 2017 Kia Sorento 2017 Kia Sorento L, LX5XYPGDA39HG282347 2017 Kia Sorento 2017 Kia Sorento L, LX5XYPGDA50HG207019 2017 Kia Sorento 2017 Kia Sorento EX5XYPHDA52HG336697 2017 Kia Sorento L, LX5XYPG4A30HG289669 2017 Kia Sorento 2017 Kia Sorento L, LX5XYPG4A52HG311267 2017 Kia Sorento L, LX5XYPGDA50HG310716 2017 Kia Sorento 2017 Kia Sorento L, LX5XYPG4A32HG257953 2017 Kia Sorento SX, SX Limited5XYPKDA50HG208105

Other Kia Sorento model years

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2017 Kia Sorento — frequently asked questions

Does the 2017 Kia Sorento have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2017 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 2017 Kia Sorento?

Based on 783 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, power train, engine and engine cooling.

What gas mileage does the 2017 Kia Sorento get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2017 Kia Sorento at about 22 mpg combined (19 city / 25 highway).

How much is a 2017 Kia Sorento worth?

Comparable 2017 Kia Sorento listings run roughly $13,500–$24,999, typically around $19,126 (from 28 vehicles).

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