Service and repair manuals for 21 model years of the Kia Sorento, 2003 to 2024. Each manual is matched to one exact year — the specifications and procedure sequences are the ones Kia published for that year's engine and trim, not values carried across the whole production run.
Engines across the range: 3.5L V6 — 213 cu in, DOHC · 3.8L V6 — 231 cu in, DOHC · 3.3L V6 — 204 cu in, DOHC · 3.5L V6 — 212 cu in, DOHC · 2.4L I4 — 144 cu in, DOHC · 2.0L I4 — 122 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged · 2.5L I4 — 152 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged · 2.5L I4 — 152 cu in, DOHC · 1.6L I4 — 98 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged.
Federal safety record, all years: 65 recalls, 13,614 owner complaints and 2,088 technical service bulletins are logged for the Sorento. Refreshed 2026-08-21.
01 / Model yearsChoose your Sorento year
| Year | Price | Recalls | Engines | Trims | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $49.99 | 2 | 1.6L I4; 2.5L I4; 2.5L I4 | Hybrid EX Sport Utility 4-Door · SX Sport Utility 4-Door · S Sport Utility 4-Door · X-Line S Sport Utility 4-Door +16 | details → |
| 2023 | $49.99 | 3 | 1.6L I4; 2.5L I4; 2.5L I4 | Hybrid EX Sport Utility 4-Door · SX Sport Utility 4-Door · S Sport Utility 4-Door · X-Line S Sport Utility 4-Door +17 | details → |
| 2022 | $49.99 | 6 | 1.6L I4; 2.5L I4; 2.5L I4 | Hybrid EX Sport Utility 4-Door · SX Sport Utility 4-Door · S Sport Utility 4-Door · X-Line S Sport Utility 4-Door +15 | details → |
| 2021 | $49.99 | 4 | 2.5L I4; 2.5L I4; 1.6L I4 | SX Sport Utility 4-Door · Hybrid EX Sport Utility 4-Door · LX Sport Utility 4-Door · SX Prestige Sport Utility 4-Door +8 | details → |
| 2020 | $49.99 | 1 | 3.3L V6; 2.4L I4 | SX Sport Utility 4-Door · L Sport Utility 4-Door · LX Sport Utility 4-Door · Black Line Sport Utility 4-Door +6 | details → |
| 2019 | $49.99 | 2 | 3.3L V6; 2.4L I4 | SX Sport Utility 4-Door · L Sport Utility 4-Door · LX Sport Utility 4-Door · S Sport Utility 4-Door +5 | details → |
| 2018 | $49.99 | 1 | 2.0L I4; 3.3L V6; 2.4L I4 | SX Sport Utility 4-Door · L Sport Utility 4-Door · LX Sport Utility 4-Door · SXL Sport Utility 4-Door +3 | details → |
| 2017 | $49.99 | 3 | 3.3L V6; 2.4L I4; 2.0L I4 | SX Sport Utility 4-Door · L Sport Utility 4-Door · SX Turbo Sport Utility 4-Door · LX Sport Utility 4-Door +4 | details → |
| 2016 | $49.99 | 6 | 2.0L I4; 3.3L V6; 2.4L I4 | SX Sport Utility 4-Door · L Sport Utility 4-Door · LX Sport Utility 4-Door · SX Limited Sport Utility 4-Door +1 | details → |
| 2015 | $49.99 | 3 | 3.3L V6; 2.4L I4 | SX Sport Utility 4-Door · Limited Sport Utility 4-Door · LX Sport Utility 4-Door · EX Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
| 2014 | $49.99 | 6 | 3.3L V6; 2.4L I4 | SX Sport Utility 4-Door · Limited Sport Utility 4-Door · LX Sport Utility 4-Door · EX Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
| 2013 | $49.99 | 4 | 3.5L V6; 2.4L I4 | SX Sport Utility 4-Door · LX Sport Utility 4-Door · EX Sport Utility 4-Door · EX Luxury Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
| 2012 | $29.99 | 4 | 3.5L V6; 2.4L I4 | SX Sport Utility 4-Door · LX Sport Utility 4-Door · EX Sport Utility 4-Door · Base Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
| 2011 | $29.99 | 8 | 3.5L V6; 2.4L I4 | SX Sport Utility 4-Door · LX Sport Utility 4-Door · EX Sport Utility 4-Door · Base Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
| 2009 | $29.99 | 3 | 3.3L V6; 3.8L V6 | L Sport Utility 4-Door · LX Sport Utility 4-Door · EX Sport Utility 4-Door · Base Sport Utility 4-Door +1 | details → |
| 2008 | $29.99 | 3 | 3.3L V6; 3.8L V6 | LX Sport Utility 4-Door · EX Sport Utility 4-Door · Base Sport Utility 4-Door · Luxury Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
| 2007 | $29.99 | 4 | 3.8L V6 | LX Sport Utility 4-Door · EX Sport Utility 4-Door · Base Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
| 2006 | $29.99 | 1 | 3.5L V6 | LX Sport Utility 4-Door · EX Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
| 2005 | $29.99 | — | 3.5L V6 | LX Sport Utility 4-Door · EX Sport Utility 4-Door | select |
| 2004 | $29.99 | — | 3.5L V6 | LX Sport Utility 4-Door · EX Sport Utility 4-Door | select |
| 2003 | $29.99 | 1 | 3.5L V6 | LX Sport Utility 4-Door · EX Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
02 / InsideSample pages
From the 2024 Sorento manual.
03 / ContentsWhat the manual covers
- Quick Lookups 99
- General Information 1,621
- Accessories & Equipment 8,967
- Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 648
- Body & Frame 888
- Maintenance 11
- Brakes 3,344
- Restraints 1,923
- Drivelines & Axles 49
- Steering 732
- Electrical 743
- Suspension 450
- Engine Mechanical 324
- Transmission 1,342
- Engine Performance 17,322
04 / Other yearsOther Sorento years
2005 Kia Sorento · $29.99 select →
Engines: 3.5L V6 — 213 cu in, DOHC. Trims: LX Sport Utility 4-Door · EX Sport Utility 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2005 Sorento. 457 complaints · 26 TSBs.
2004 Kia Sorento · $29.99 select →
Engines: 3.5L V6 — 213 cu in, DOHC. Trims: LX Sport Utility 4-Door · EX Sport Utility 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2004 Sorento. 341 complaints · 21 TSBs.
05 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it
| Option | What you pay | After a year |
|---|---|---|
| eManualStore Sorento manual | $29.99–$49.99 once | Still yours |
| Per-vehicle online subscription | from $29 / year, renewing | Pay again or lose access |
| Library membership services | $33 / month, capped | $396 spent, nothing kept |
| Professional shop databases | $499–$2,388 / year | Renew or lose access |
Competitor figures as published on their sites, August 2026.
FAQQuestions about the Sorento manual
Which Sorento years does this manual cover?
Every year from 2003 to 2024 — 21 separate manuals, one per model year. Pick your year in the selector; the manual you receive is matched to that exact year, engine and trim.
Is this the OEM Kia Sorento manual or an aftermarket guide?
The OEM version. It carries the procedures, specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams Kia published for the Sorento, organized by system — not a condensed aftermarket summary.
Does it include Sorento wiring diagrams?
Yes. Full wiring diagrams are part of every Sorento manual, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostic information.
Does the manual cover Sorento recalls?
65 recalls are on federal record across the 2003–2024 Sorento, listed by year below. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures behind the systems involved; the recall repairs themselves are performed free by Kia dealers.
Why do some Sorento years cost more?
Pricing follows the manual: 2003–2012 at $29.99, 2013–2024 at $49.99. Newer model years have substantially larger manuals with more systems, control modules and diagrams.
Is this a subscription?
No. One payment, and the manual is yours to keep — unlike per-vehicle subscriptions that renew every year.
How do I get the manual after purchase?
It is a digital manual — nothing ships. Access details arrive by email right after checkout, and you can use it on any device.
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