Safety
Full-length side curtain airbags, antilock disc brakes, stability and traction control, a tire-pressure monitoring system and a driver knee airbag come standard across all trim levels. The Sorento earned a top five-star NHTSA rating in front and rear side impact crash tests and an "Acceptable" rating (the second highest of four) in the IIHS' frontal-offset crash test.
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Before driving
Before entering vehicle
• Be sure that all windows, outside mirror(s), and outside lights are clean.
• Check the condition of the tires.
• Check under the vehicle for any sign of
leaks.
• ...
Driving your vehicle
Before driving
Key positions
Engine start/stop button
Manual Transaxle
Automatic transaxle
Four wheel drive (4WD)
Brake system
Cruise control system
Economical operation
Special driving condi ...
Best-in-Class Performance
The 2011 Sorento offers two engines, both more powerful than the Ford Escape
and Honda CR-V. A 3.5-liter V6 providing best-in-class 276 horsepower and 248
pound-feet of torque and a 2.4-liter four ...