Kia Sorento History
Kia's mid-size SUV — four generations from a truck-based 2003 original to a hybrid-capable three-row crossover.
Photo: “File:15 Kia Sorento SX Limited.jpg” by HJUdall / Wikimedia Commons — CC0 1.0
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The Sorento debuted in the US for the 2003 model year as a truck-based, body-on-frame mid-size SUV — a rugged alternative to the Honda Pilot and Toyota 4Runner at a value price point.
For 2011, Kia switched the Sorento to a car-based unibody platform and added an optional third-row seat, transforming it into a more car-like crossover. The third generation (2016) and fourth generation (2021) continued refining the formula, with the 2021 model adding the nameplate's first hybrid and plug-in-hybrid powertrains.
Documented parts references
Parts references for Kia Sorento. Match the model year and engine before choosing a reference. These records do not describe every version of this model.
2017 · L4 2.0L 1998cc Turbo · Engine oil filter
- Model year
- 2017
- Catalog engine description
- L4 2.0L 1998cc Turbo
- Catalog scope
- USA / Canada / Mexico catalog context; retain the explicit Mex. qualification where printed; no additional country application is established.
- Component
- Engine oil filter
This record is limited to the literal 2017 catalog description; it does not establish an equivalent OEM engine code or displacement. Confirm the actual engine and filter before ordering.
The June 2024 manufacturer catalog lists this reference for the stated descriptive row. Confirm the installed engine and filter before ordering. This dated application does not establish current availability, supersession or retail package quantity. Footnote 53 states that a Masterpack version is also available; it does not specify retail package quantity.
WIX 51334
Dated manufacturer catalog application · catalog edition 2024-06 · checked 2026-10-25
WIX June 2024 light-duty catalog 99400 — PDF page 395 / printed page 394; 2017 Kia Sorento; catalog heading SORENTO; engine description L4 2.0L 1998cc Turbo; Oil column; footnote 53: Also available in Masterpack version
This reference does not establish current stock or a superseding replacement.
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2017 · L4 2.0L 1998cc Turbo · Engine air filter
- Model year
- 2017
- Catalog engine description
- L4 2.0L 1998cc Turbo
- Catalog scope
- USA / Canada / Mexico catalog context; retain the explicit Mex. qualification where printed; no additional country application is established.
- Component
- Engine air filter
This record is limited to the literal 2017 catalog description; it does not establish an equivalent OEM engine code or displacement. Confirm the actual engine and filter before ordering.
The June 2024 manufacturer catalog lists this reference for the stated descriptive row. Confirm the installed engine and filter before ordering. This dated application does not establish current availability, supersession or retail package quantity.
WIX WA10271
Dated manufacturer catalog application · catalog edition 2024-06 · checked 2026-10-25
WIX June 2024 light-duty catalog 99400 — PDF page 395 / printed page 394; 2017 Kia Sorento; catalog heading SORENTO; engine description L4 2.0L 1998cc Turbo; Air column
This reference does not establish current stock or a superseding replacement.
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2017 · L4 2.0L 1998cc Turbo · Cabin air filter
- Model year
- 2017
- Catalog engine description
- L4 2.0L 1998cc Turbo
- Catalog scope
- USA / Canada / Mexico catalog context; retain the explicit Mex. qualification where printed; no additional country application is established.
- Component
- Cabin air filter
This record is limited to the literal 2017 catalog description; it does not establish an equivalent OEM engine code or displacement. Confirm the actual engine and filter before ordering.
The June 2024 manufacturer catalog lists this reference for the stated descriptive row. Confirm the installed engine and filter before ordering. This dated application does not establish current availability, supersession or retail package quantity.
WIX WP10370
Dated manufacturer catalog application · catalog edition 2024-06 · checked 2026-10-25
WIX June 2024 light-duty catalog 99400 — PDF page 395 / printed page 394; 2017 Kia Sorento; catalog heading SORENTO; engine description L4 2.0L 1998cc Turbo; Cabin Air column
This reference does not establish current stock or a superseding replacement.
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2017 · L4 2.4L 2359cc · Engine oil filter
- Model year
- 2017
- Catalog engine description
- L4 2.4L 2359cc
- Catalog scope
- USA / Canada / Mexico catalog context; retain the explicit Mex. qualification where printed; no additional country application is established.
- Component
- Engine oil filter
This record is limited to the literal 2017 catalog description; it does not establish an equivalent OEM engine code or displacement. Confirm the actual engine and filter before ordering.
The June 2024 manufacturer catalog lists this reference for the stated descriptive row. Confirm the installed engine and filter before ordering. This dated application does not establish current availability, supersession or retail package quantity. Footnote 53 states that a Masterpack version is also available; it does not specify retail package quantity.
WIX 51334
Dated manufacturer catalog application · catalog edition 2024-06 · checked 2026-10-25
WIX June 2024 light-duty catalog 99400 — PDF page 395 / printed page 394; 2017 Kia Sorento; catalog heading SORENTO; engine description L4 2.4L 2359cc; Oil column; footnote 53: Also available in Masterpack version
This reference does not establish current stock or a superseding replacement.
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2017 · L4 2.4L 2359cc · Engine air filter
- Model year
- 2017
- Catalog engine description
- L4 2.4L 2359cc
- Catalog scope
- USA / Canada / Mexico catalog context; retain the explicit Mex. qualification where printed; no additional country application is established.
- Component
- Engine air filter
This record is limited to the literal 2017 catalog description; it does not establish an equivalent OEM engine code or displacement. Confirm the actual engine and filter before ordering.
The June 2024 manufacturer catalog lists this reference for the stated descriptive row. Confirm the installed engine and filter before ordering. This dated application does not establish current availability, supersession or retail package quantity.
WIX WA10271
Dated manufacturer catalog application · catalog edition 2024-06 · checked 2026-10-25
WIX June 2024 light-duty catalog 99400 — PDF page 395 / printed page 394; 2017 Kia Sorento; catalog heading SORENTO; engine description L4 2.4L 2359cc; Air column
This reference does not establish current stock or a superseding replacement.
For 2017 Kia Sorento L4 2.4L 2359cc: Search this part on Amazon
2017 · L4 2.4L 2359cc · Cabin air filter
- Model year
- 2017
- Catalog engine description
- L4 2.4L 2359cc
- Catalog scope
- USA / Canada / Mexico catalog context; retain the explicit Mex. qualification where printed; no additional country application is established.
- Component
- Cabin air filter
This record is limited to the literal 2017 catalog description; it does not establish an equivalent OEM engine code or displacement. Confirm the actual engine and filter before ordering.
The June 2024 manufacturer catalog lists this reference for the stated descriptive row. Confirm the installed engine and filter before ordering. This dated application does not establish current availability, supersession or retail package quantity.
WIX WP10370
Dated manufacturer catalog application · catalog edition 2024-06 · checked 2026-10-25
WIX June 2024 light-duty catalog 99400 — PDF page 395 / printed page 394; 2017 Kia Sorento; catalog heading SORENTO; engine description L4 2.4L 2359cc; Cabin Air column
This reference does not establish current stock or a superseding replacement.
For 2017 Kia Sorento L4 2.4L 2359cc: Search this part on Amazon
2017 · V6 3.3L 3342cc · Engine oil filter
- Model year
- 2017
- Catalog engine description
- V6 3.3L 3342cc
- Catalog scope
- USA / Canada / Mexico catalog context; retain the explicit Mex. qualification where printed; no additional country application is established.
- Component
- Engine oil filter
This record is limited to the literal 2017 catalog description; it does not establish an equivalent OEM engine code or displacement. Confirm the actual engine and filter before ordering.
The June 2024 manufacturer catalog lists this reference for the stated descriptive row. Confirm the installed engine and filter before ordering. This dated application does not establish current availability, supersession or retail package quantity.
WIX WL10164
Dated manufacturer catalog application · catalog edition 2024-06 · checked 2026-10-25
WIX June 2024 light-duty catalog 99400 — PDF page 395 / printed page 394; 2017 Kia Sorento; catalog heading SORENTO; engine description V6 3.3L 3342cc; Oil column
This reference does not establish current stock or a superseding replacement.
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2017 · V6 3.3L 3342cc · Engine air filter
- Model year
- 2017
- Catalog engine description
- V6 3.3L 3342cc
- Catalog scope
- USA / Canada / Mexico catalog context; retain the explicit Mex. qualification where printed; no additional country application is established.
- Component
- Engine air filter
This record is limited to the literal 2017 catalog description; it does not establish an equivalent OEM engine code or displacement. Confirm the actual engine and filter before ordering.
The June 2024 manufacturer catalog lists this reference for the stated descriptive row. Confirm the installed engine and filter before ordering. This dated application does not establish current availability, supersession or retail package quantity.
WIX WA10271
Dated manufacturer catalog application · catalog edition 2024-06 · checked 2026-10-25
WIX June 2024 light-duty catalog 99400 — PDF page 395 / printed page 394; 2017 Kia Sorento; catalog heading SORENTO; engine description V6 3.3L 3342cc; Air column
This reference does not establish current stock or a superseding replacement.
For 2017 Kia Sorento V6 3.3L 3342cc: Search this part on Amazon
2017 · V6 3.3L 3342cc · Cabin air filter
- Model year
- 2017
- Catalog engine description
- V6 3.3L 3342cc
- Catalog scope
- USA / Canada / Mexico catalog context; retain the explicit Mex. qualification where printed; no additional country application is established.
- Component
- Cabin air filter
This record is limited to the literal 2017 catalog description; it does not establish an equivalent OEM engine code or displacement. Confirm the actual engine and filter before ordering.
The June 2024 manufacturer catalog lists this reference for the stated descriptive row. Confirm the installed engine and filter before ordering. This dated application does not establish current availability, supersession or retail package quantity.
WIX WP10370
Dated manufacturer catalog application · catalog edition 2024-06 · checked 2026-10-25
WIX June 2024 light-duty catalog 99400 — PDF page 395 / printed page 394; 2017 Kia Sorento; catalog heading SORENTO; engine description V6 3.3L 3342cc; Cabin Air column
This reference does not establish current stock or a superseding replacement.
For 2017 Kia Sorento V6 3.3L 3342cc: Search this part on Amazon
Generations
First generation (BL) · BL
Kia's first US Sorento — a truck-based, body-on-frame mid-size SUV (US 2003–2009; no 2010 model).
Second generation (XM) · XM
Moved to a unibody platform; gained an optional third row (US 2011–2015).
2013 Photo: “File:13 Kia Sorento LX.jpg” by HJUdall / Wikimedia Commons — CC0 1.0
Third generation (UM) · UM
Photo: “File:15 Kia Sorento SX Limited.jpg” by HJUdall / Wikimedia Commons — CC0 1.0
Further refined crossover with improved interior quality (US 2016–2020).
2019 Photo: “File:19 Kia Sorento SX V6.jpg” by HJUdall / Wikimedia Commons — CC0 1.0
Fourth generation (MQ4) · MQ4
First hybrid and plug-in hybrid Sorento; wider, tech-heavy redesign (US from 2021).
2021 Photo: “File:2021 Kia Sorento SX AWD, front 1.14.20.jpg” by Kevauto / Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0
Body styles
- 4-door SUV
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