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.
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) →
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.
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.