Powertrains and Performance
The standard engine on the LX is a 2.0-liter, inline four-cylinder engine. It generates 140 horsepower and 136 pound-feet of torque and is mated to either a five-speed manual transmission or a four-speed automatic with automanual-shift capability (2WD only). Optional on the LX and standard on the EX is a 2.7-liter V6 that produces 173 hp and 178 lb-ft of torque. The V6 is available with the four-speed automatic only. Buyers can get front-wheel drive (2WD) or all-wheel drive (4WD) with either engine.
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Engine and Specifications:
KIA Rio and Rio5 will be installed with 1.6 L capacity I-4 engine. This
engine will be mated with five speed manual gear transmission. Rio LX and SX
trims will be installed with four speed automat ...
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Safety
All 2009 Kia Sorentos, regardless of trim level, feature antilock disc
brakes, full-length side curtain airbags, stability control, traction control
and driver knee airbags. In government crash te ...


