PROS Stonking acceleration from the twin-turbo V-8, smoothest start-stop system around, impressive ride and handling balance.
CONS Lazy transmission tuning, properly expensive, heavier and less involving than a similarly capable sports sedan or wagon.
The 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class comes with a 4 yr./ 50000 mi. basic warranty, a 4 yr./ 50000 mi. roadside warranty, and a 4 yr./ 50000 mi. powertrain warranty. AMG GLE 53 makes 429 horsepower and 384 lb-ft.Standard 48-volt EQ Boost system adds 21 hp and 184 lb-ft.MBUX infotainment system.
PROS Modern, luxurious interior appointments Turbocharged inline-six engine is smooth and powerful MBUX infotainment is one of the best in the business
CONS Choppy ride on less than perfect surfaces Body style heavily restricts rear visibility
Pros Ear-shattering V8 engine EQ Boost system improves efficiency Muscular styling Luxurious, spacious cabin Much-improved infotainment system Race Mode delivers precise steering
Cons Can't fully mask its size It can't fully defy physics Ride will be too firm for some Requires expensive optional extras Infotainment system can be intimidating at first
The 2020 Kia Sorento comes with front wheel drive, and all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 8-speed shiftable automatic, 6-speed shiftable automatic.Lightly refreshed bumpers and exterior lighting.EX Sport and SX Limited trims dropped.
PROS Convenient size should fit many families Ample feature content for the money Stylish and quiet interior Extra-long warranty coverage
CONS Less cargo space than other three-row models Third-row seat is strictly for kids Lackluster acceleration even from the V6 engine
The 2020 Kia Sorento skimps on third-row seating, but in all other respects it’s a more than respectable crossover SUV.
Pros Upmarket feel inside and out Terrific ride quality Responsive, natural steering Strong value and warranty Solid, quiet feel
Cons Second row sits too low Don’t bother with the base engine Mediocre fuel economy
Changes are minimal on the 2020 Kia Sorento. There are modest styling updates front and rear, and Kia has consolidated the trim levels and packaging on V-6 models. The ritzy SX Limited and its lofty price are gone, but the one-step-down SX provides most of the important content. The standard navigation system on SX models now includes an integrated modem that allows you to control certain vehicle functions remotely and can notify you if you inadvertently leave a kid in the back seat.
Pros Simple interior layout, agreeable driving experience, seating for seven in a mid-size body.
Cons Difficult-to-access third row, numb steering, some safety features limited to upper trims.