Dealer visit checklist
2024 Kia Sorento checklist
Print it or keep it on your phone. Tick each item as you go so nothing gets missed.
Inspect the car
- Check every panel gap and look for mismatched paint (signs of past accident repair)
- Look at the tires: even wear, matching brands, at least 4/32" tread
- Check under the car and engine bay for oil, coolant or other leaks
- Start the engine cold; listen for knocks, ticks or squeals and watch for smoke
- Test every window, lock, seat, light, the A/C, heat and infotainment
- Test drive on city streets and highway: straight braking, smooth shifts, no pulling
- Ask for the service records and a vehicle history report
- Have an independent mechanic do a pre-purchase inspection (about $100–$200)
Known 2024 Kia Sorento problems to check
- Turbocharged 2.5L engine (found in higher trims) can experience oil consumption issues that require monitoring between changes
- Infotainment software glitches and occasional Bluetooth connectivity drops have been noted by early 2024 model owners
- Third-row seat access is tight for adults and the fold-flat mechanism can feel stiff over time
- Some owners have reported wind noise around the A-pillar at highway speeds, suggesting seal quality could be improved
- Panoramic sunroof drains can clog, especially in areas with heavy pollen or debris, potentially causing interior water leaks
Ask: have these recalls been fixed?
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING: Kia America, Inc.
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE: Kia America, Inc.
Negotiate the price
- Know the typical price: about $29,000 for this model year
- Negotiate the out-the-door price, not the monthly payment
- Get the full price with every fee listed in writing before you sign
- Bring your own loan pre-approval so the dealer has a rate to beat
- Say no to add-ons you didn't ask for (paint protection, VIN etching, nitrogen tires)
- Negotiate your trade-in separately, after the car's price is agreed
- Be ready to walk away; another listing is usually a click away