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Kia Sorento III (UM) (2014–2020): specs

Kia Sorento III (UM) (2014–2020) photo
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The Kia Sorento III (UM) is a crossover SUV produced from 2014 to 2020. It is the 3rd of 4 generations of the Sorento in our catalog.

Engines: 3.5 V6 (G6DC (Lambda II 3.5)), 249 hp. Transmission: automatic; all-wheel drive. Length 4,800 mm, wheelbase 2,780 mm, ground clearance 185 mm, fuel tank 71 L.

Facelift: 2017. Sold in Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Russia, Kyrgyzstan.

Specifications

Production years2014–2020
Bodycrossover SUV
Engine3.5 V6
Engine codeG6DC (Lambda II 3.5)
Displacement3.5 L
Fuelpetrol
Power249 hp
Torque336 Nm
Transmissionautomatic, 6-speed
Gearbox model6AT, from 2017 — 8AT Hyundai
Driveall-wheel drive
Length4,800 mm
Width1,890 mm
Height1,690 mm
Wheelbase2,780 mm
Ground clearance185 mm
Fuel tank71 L

Vehicle tax in Kazakhstan

EngineUnder 10 years10–20 years (×0.7)
3.5 V6≈ 68,375 ₸≈ 47,862 ₸

Approximate annual vehicle tax for 2026 (due by 1 April 2027), based on the 2026 MRP of 4,325 ₸. The exact amount depends on the engine displacement in the registration certificate and the year of manufacture. Exact calculator (in Russian) →

Also 2.4 188 hp, 2.2 diesel 200 hp

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Powerful versions: up to 249 hp
  • All-wheel-drive versions available
  • Conventional automatic, no robotized gearbox or CVT
  • Large tank: 71 L

Cons

  • Hyundai/Kia Lambda engine (V6): timing chain stretch at high mileage
  • Hyundai/Kia automatic: jolts on 2–3 shifts and when braking

Common problems and what to check

Engine: Hyundai/Kia Lambda (V6)

  • timing chain stretch at high mileage
  • oil leaks

What to check when buying: chain noise on cold start.

Tip: Oil every 7–8k km.

Gearbox: Hyundai/Kia automatic

  • kicks on the 2–3 shift and when braking
  • solenoid and clutch pack wear at high mileage

What to check when buying: shift shocks; whether the gearbox software was updated.

Tip: Change the oil every 60k km; adaptation often helps.

Based on owner and workshop reports. A specific car may differ — get a pre-purchase inspection.

Tyre and wheel sizes

Factory sizes: tyres 235/65R17, 235/60R18, 235/55R19, 255/50R19; bolt pattern 5x114.3. All sizes, offsets and centre bore →

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FAQ

What engine does the Kia Sorento III (UM) have?

3.5 V6, code G6DC (Lambda II 3.5), 249 hp, 336 Nm.

What transmission does it have?

automatic (6AT, from 2017 — 8AT Hyundai).

What are the ground clearance and fuel tank size?

Ground clearance 185 mm, fuel tank 71 l.

How much is the vehicle tax on the Kia Sorento III (UM) in Kazakhstan?

For 2026, about 68,375 ₸ for a car under 10 years old (base engine). Cars aged 10–20 years get a 0.7 coefficient, cars over 20 years a 0.5 coefficient.

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