Guys last late Dec, I was already decided on getting a new Sorento 4x2 LX (2.2L CRDi) Mahogany Brown instead of the more accessory rich Sportage CRDi simply due to the Sorento's size.
I went to a Kia dealer to check out their owner purchased AWD Sorento earlier (same color... But it's AWD and they added a few mods like OEM fog lamps, rear spoiler, back up sensors and roof rail), but I was a bit turned off by some minor scratches and in cabin dirt. I'm still thinking the price is too close to the brand new 4x2. Wow turbo Diesel engine at 190+ hp. I've read the reviews by the Sorento owners, of course. And I've never had an SUV before so I kinda want one.
Then the Snow White pearl Kia Optima caught my eye! Shoot! Though the engine is not GDi nor turbocharged, it's a steady MPi CVVT 2.4L ThetaII engine that can do 180hp. But the exterior is wow. Sleek but not overly modern. It's a design that's attractive through the years. And the interior is feature rich. Usually for top of the line mid size sedans but this one had it all. Double panoramic sunroof, cruise control, paddle shifters, push to start button, keyless entry, auto climate, Bluetooth, back up sensors, led tail light and rear "fog light", DRL led up front... The works. And with a limited time offer, it'll be the same price as the brand new Sorento 2.2L CRDi 4x2!!! I also like the color as is.
Truth is, I've always wanted an SUV but I also wanted a pearl white vehicle. The Optima is about P150K or more cheaper than others in its class so that leaves the Mazda 6 out, also CX-5. I'm not a fan of the Subaru looks, I also prefer the Sorento over the Montero; while the Santa Fe is P400K higher.
I don't have kids; my wife and I would probably use it mostly for city driving but either way it'll inspire us for more out of town trips. Lol. I don't need the cargo space on a regular basis.
Which do I go for???
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I went to a Kia dealer to check out their owner purchased AWD Sorento earlier (same color... But it's AWD and they added a few mods like OEM fog lamps, rear spoiler, back up sensors and roof rail), but I was a bit turned off by some minor scratches and in cabin dirt. I'm still thinking the price is too close to the brand new 4x2. Wow turbo Diesel engine at 190+ hp. I've read the reviews by the Sorento owners, of course. And I've never had an SUV before so I kinda want one.
Then the Snow White pearl Kia Optima caught my eye! Shoot! Though the engine is not GDi nor turbocharged, it's a steady MPi CVVT 2.4L ThetaII engine that can do 180hp. But the exterior is wow. Sleek but not overly modern. It's a design that's attractive through the years. And the interior is feature rich. Usually for top of the line mid size sedans but this one had it all. Double panoramic sunroof, cruise control, paddle shifters, push to start button, keyless entry, auto climate, Bluetooth, back up sensors, led tail light and rear "fog light", DRL led up front... The works. And with a limited time offer, it'll be the same price as the brand new Sorento 2.2L CRDi 4x2!!! I also like the color as is.
Truth is, I've always wanted an SUV but I also wanted a pearl white vehicle. The Optima is about P150K or more cheaper than others in its class so that leaves the Mazda 6 out, also CX-5. I'm not a fan of the Subaru looks, I also prefer the Sorento over the Montero; while the Santa Fe is P400K higher.
I don't have kids; my wife and I would probably use it mostly for city driving but either way it'll inspire us for more out of town trips. Lol. I don't need the cargo space on a regular basis.
Which do I go for???
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