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2006 Kia Sorento EX 4x4
Kia seems to be going for a more upscale image and their Sorento EX is solid evidence of that. The ondemand fourwheel drive SUV is good looking, chock-full of amenities, performs well (even without a V8 engine), and has a semireasonable price tag - $26,100 without options.
Under the hood, a 3.5-liter V6 with 24 valves pumps out 192 hp through a five-speed automatic transmission. That was enough to get me safely on and off freeways and up hills. Granted, I didn't have five other people and their luggage riding with me. Mileage figures are 15-mpg city and 20...