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#1402 of 4012 Misc...lok888 by hciaffa Dec 16, 2002 (9:34 am)
lok888.... I am waiting for information on what can be controlled from the Homelink buttons on the rear view mirror. I think that any wireless control can be read with the Homelink control, like in the case of lights at your house you would need a wireless controller.  On the keys I was told the same by my service and parts people about the key not be able to rotate to the off position in the ignition. But I think some one else on the forum mentioned that they were able to get a set made form a hardware store. Go back and read the posts. And there is no chip in the key as in GM and Ford. I still don't understand the problem of the seatbelt light. You mean it does not come on at all. I will have to check out ours tonight when my wife returns from work, but I could swear the indicator light comes on and stays on till you buckle up and if not it will remain on for a few minutes then go off. I will check ours out. As far as the power seat switch, actually there is more room on the Sorento then on other cars I have owned. I can get my hand down in between the door and seat with no problem. Happy motoring.
#1403 of 4012 Replies by lok888 Dec 16, 2002 (10:08 am)
hciaffa - Thanks for checking. But I doubt it can control lights at my house. I only see three Homelink buttons on the rearview mirror. They seem to control garage door open and close. That will be great if I can control lights. I properly just need to buy some adaptors for light switch. I wonder others (Lexus and even some Hondas) have such features. I will check out the Homelink website. Spare key - I read the posts. I am not sure. What if I can turn to back and can't remove the key. I'd better listen what the owner's manual suggested. And I still want to it from Kia. Seatbelt light - Yes. Mine won't come on when seatbelt is not worn. They tried one Sorento and did the same thing. I will go to the sales to see it myself tonight. Last time, the service just called the sales and had someone try it. I will keep you guys post it. Power seat switch - I feel more comfortable with the switch on Odyssey. A power passenger's seat will be nice too.
#1404 of 4012 Test drive by abc246 Dec 16, 2002 (11:45 am)
I took a Sorento out for a test drive this weekend. My current SUV is a 4 dr 99 Blazer 4x4, with 80k miles. KIA did a great job on the interior, less the fake wood on the steering wheel. The "plastic wood" looks and feels cheap. They really put some thought in to the design. Looks very good from the outside too. I thought it drove very well too. Nice steering and brakes. The engine is smooth, but does lack power compared with 275 hp 6 cyl TrailBlazers, 240 hp Pathfinders, 240 hp 4Runners, ect.   In fact, the engine in the Sorento is the only weak link I can find (besides a rattle in the drivers side window area). My problem is the engine has less power and uses as much gas or more than the others. I looked at the timing belt cover (the other SUV mentioned use a steel chain) and it looks very hard to replace myself.   The transmission was just OK. It did not "snap off" shifts, it seems to make the engine stay at higher RPMs for a moment during the shift. I did not like it, but I could get used to it.   The price was good for the amount of equipment, but the dealer would only come off MSRP by a few hundered. The Chevy dealer will sell at invoice and less a few thousand dollar rebate or give 0%, 0 down, 0 payments for 3 months. No deals at KIA, yet. Not sure what to do, I guess I will keep the Blazer for another year.
#1405 of 4012 Response to princeofgolf regarding... by mikesf Dec 16, 2002 (12:12 pm)
discounting. As far as I can tell the KIA dealers were not discounting when I bought my Sorento close to 3 months ago. However, I still see verrrrry few Sorentos on the roads here and I surmise the price may come down. That being said, my sales rep told me they have a 4 month waiting period if you want a Sorento that is not on their lot.   You`ll have to shop around and use the 'but the other dealer is only charging this much'   Good luck!
#1406 of 4012 response to lok888 and your seatbelt issue. by mikesf Dec 16, 2002 (12:15 pm)
I never really noticed if my Sorento's nags me about not wearing my seatbelt. I'll have to try this evening on the way back home. Keep you posted.   Cheers!
#1407 of 4012 reply to moose27 by mikesf Dec 16, 2002 (12:23 pm)
Congrats on the Sorento, eh.   During the break-in period you can expect the mileage to be quite poor. You will, however, notice that as the engine breaks in mileage should improve. I'm close to 4,700 KM and have noticed better mileage since first getting my Sorento.   One thing to keep in mind though... Don't hold your breath waiting for stellar gas mileage. The Sorento is quite the gas guzzler (compared to my CR-V). For me, however, this is a small price to pay for a much better vehicle. With my V I use to dread driving long distances (noisy interior, uncomfortable seats, under-powered, etc...) Now I can't wait!     Cheers!
#1408 of 4012 spare key by mikesf Dec 16, 2002 (12:24 pm)
I had a spare made by my dealer. Oddly enough, the key works everywhere but the ignition?!?   Seems like a hit or miss proposition.   Cheers!
#1409 of 4012 abc246 by lok888 Dec 16, 2002 (12:26 pm)
Just got my Sorento last week. I love it. I don't know about you. But my only concern is the fuel consumption. I got 12.5 mpg for the first week. And I will properly get 14 to 16 mpg (city driving) after the break in period. The EPA rated 15 mpg. It is relatively low. But when I compare the Sorento with other mid-size SUVs with V6 engine, others have the similar number. However, I agree that other mid-size SUVs with V6 engine produce more horsepower than Sorento. The Lexus RX300 is 18/22 (city/highway) and the Land Rover Discovery is the worst with 12/16. Sorento, Honda Pilot, Benz ML320, BMW X5, Ford Explorer and GMC Envoy have the similar number with 15/18 to 15/20.
#1410 of 4012 mikesf by lok888 Dec 16, 2002 (1:19 pm)
So it can only open the doors, rear liftgate and glove box. But it can't start the car!!?? I will go to my dealer to find out. Also, I am consider an aftermarket auto alarm with car starter. One place quoted $390. Best Buy quoted $350 (with car starter) for Kia Spectra. Both included labor.

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