2011 Kia Sorento.

If you are in the market for a new SUV, there are plenty of options available right now.  The CR-V from Honda Alexandria is incredibly popular and recently underwent a redesign.  The Equinox from Chevrolet Lakewood offers great features and impressive fuel economy, and if you need more space the Traverse is pretty much its bigger sister.  One affordable option is the new and improved 2011 Kia Sorento.  There are tons of features and upgrades you can choose from, and the new exterior design is gaining popularity by the day.

Kia redid some of the body design of the Sorento so while it does weigh less now, there is no way it is as quiet as the cars from Lexus Washington DC.  The firmer suspension may make for a smoother ride, but there is a lot more road noise that drivers are already complaining about.  This is partially because Kia abandoned their original body-on-frame construction in favor of the newly popular unibody crossover design.  Front wheel drive is now standard rather than rear wheel drive, and because it is no longer based on a truck design the Sorento can't tow as much cargo as it used to.  However, the crossover body design made room for an optional third row so the 2011 Sorento can carry seven passengers where it used to only be able to carry five. 

Inside the Sorento you will find an attractive interior.  Of course there are different trim levels and you can choose from plenty of options to customize your SUV.  All models will come nicely equipped with Bluetooth, Sirius satellite radio, USB ports, and auxiliary jack.  The iPod cable is only $35 more!  It is nice that Bluetooth is now standard because it gives drivers the ability to control the radio and their cell phones all while keeping their hands safely on the steering wheel.  The Limited package will upgrade you to in-dash navigation, leather, and a better audio system. 

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