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Kia Sorento problems, pros & cons — what owners in Nepal say

2 questions buyers asked about this car, answered from what owners here report. Last checked 2026-10-07.

Compiled from what owners in Nepal report publicly, then reviewed by Ajit Narayan Singh, Editor. This is owner sentiment, not our own road test, and it carries no star rating — we do not publish one unless verified owners have given us a score. How we compile and check this.

The short version

Owners raise problems with the car itself. We have not read enough about its price here to give a second verdict.

The carMostly negative

Diesel AWD is a worthy competitor

Questions buyers asked

Is the 3rd row suitable for adults?

The 3rd row is described as 'horrible' and 'useless', indicating it may not be suitable for adults.

Last checked 2026-10-07 · confidence medium

What are the weaknesses of Korean cars?

Commenters mention weaknesses in braking, safety, and headlights.

Last checked 2026-10-07 · confidence medium

What owners actually said

Every line below says which it is. A quote is somebody's own words on the platform named. A summary is ours, drawn from published coverage — and never put inside quote marks.

“Diesel AWD will the pick of the lot. Finally some worthy competition to XUV too..”

Owner’s own wordsYouTube comment

“3rd row looks horrible!”

Owner’s own wordsYouTube comment

“If the car is advertised as a 7-Seater, then it better be one.”

Owner’s own wordsYouTube comment

“useless 3rd row..”

Owner’s own wordsYouTube comment

“Thigh support of seats not good”

Owner’s own wordsYouTube comment

Kia Sorento pros and cons from owners

Pros — what owners rate

  • Diesel AWD is a worthy competitor
  • Good interior controls

Cons — problems owners report

  • 3rd row is unusable
  • Lack of thigh support in seats
  • Driver memory function missing in mid variants
  • Confusion over cabin height affecting 3rd row usability

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