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Kia Sorento IV (MQ4) (2020–present): specs

Kia Sorento IV (MQ4) (2020–present) photo
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The Kia Sorento IV (MQ4) is a crossover SUV in production since 2020. It is the 4th of 4 generations of the Sorento in our catalog.

Engines: 2.5 (G4KN (Smartstream G2.5 MPi)), 180 hp. Transmission: automatic; all-wheel drive. Length 4,810 mm, wheelbase 2,815 mm, ground clearance 176 mm, fuel tank 67 L.

Facelift: 2023. Sold in Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Russia, Kyrgyzstan; assembled in Kazakhstan.

Specifications

Production years2020–present
Bodycrossover SUV
Engine2.5
Engine codeG4KN (Smartstream G2.5 MPi)
Displacement2.5 L
Fuelpetrol
Power180 hp
Torque232 Nm
Transmissionautomatic, 8-speed
Gearbox model8AT Hyundai
Driveall-wheel drive
Length4,810 mm
Width1,900 mm
Height1,700 mm
Wheelbase2,815 mm
Ground clearance176 mm
Fuel tank67 L

Vehicle tax in Kazakhstan

EngineUnder 10 years
2.5≈ 29,450 ₸

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 2.5T 281 hp, 2.2 diesel 199 hp

Pros and cons

Pros

  • All-wheel-drive versions available
  • Conventional automatic, no robotized gearbox or CVT
  • Local assembly: Kazakhstan
  • Currently in production — can be bought new

Cons

  • Hyundai/Kia Smartstream G2.5 engine: some complaints of oil consumption
  • Hyundai/Kia automatic: jolts on 2–3 shifts and when braking

Common problems and what to check

Engine: Hyundai/Kia Smartstream G2.5

  • new engine, data still accumulating; some complaints about oil consumption

What to check when buying: oil consumption; service history.

Tip: Keep an eye on the oil level.

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, 255/45R20; bolt pattern 5x114.3. All sizes, offsets and centre bore →

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FAQ

What engine does the Kia Sorento IV (MQ4) have?

2.5, code G4KN (Smartstream G2.5 MPi), 180 hp, 232 Nm.

What transmission does it have?

automatic (8AT Hyundai).

What are the ground clearance and fuel tank size?

Ground clearance 176 mm, fuel tank 67 l.

How much is the vehicle tax on the Kia Sorento IV (MQ4) in Kazakhstan?

For 2026, about 29,450 ₸ 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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