Kia Sorento evolution

Kia's mid-size SUV — from a rugged body-on-frame truck to a three-row unibody family hauler.
4 generations, oldest to newest — open any step for details.

First generation (BL)2003–2009

2003

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First generation (BL)

📅 2003–2009

Body-on-frame, rear-drive-based mid-size SUV.

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Second generation (XM)2011–2015

2011

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Second generation (XM)

📅 2011–2015

Switched to a unibody platform with a third-row option.

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Third generation (UM)2016–2020

2016

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Third generation (UM)

📅 2016–2020

Longer, stiffer three-row SUV.

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Fourth generation (MQ4)2021–present

2021

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Fourth generation (MQ4)

📅 2021–present

Added hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains.

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