April 20, 2024

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[THE INVESTOR] Kia Motors on Jan. 28 launched its refreshed Sorento sport utility vehicle in a move to strengthen its overall lineup.

The upgraded vehicle comes with a differently styled dark chrome radiator grille and a set of advanced safety features, such as front collision warning and avoidance systems, Kia said in a statement. 

The Sorento is equipped with an eight-speed automatic transmission and comes with a choice of 2.0-liter or 2.2-liter diesel engines or a 2.0-liter turbocharged gasoline version, it said.

In the domestic market, prices begin at 28 million won (US$25,000), with the top trim coming close to 36 million won.

By Ram Garikipati and newswires (ram@heraldcorp.com)