Kia Sorento wheel fitment — Iii UM
Overview
The third generation of the Kia Sorento (UM) was introduced in South Korea on August 28, 2014, making its European debut at the Paris Motor Show. Built on a platform shared with the third-generation Kia Carnival, this model offers both five and seven-seater configurations. The vehicle is 95mm longer than its predecessor but lower for improved handling. It features enhanced rigidity from high-tensile steel use and received positive evaluations in small overlap crash tests by IIHS. Available engines include a 3.3L V6, 2.4L GDi I4, and a new 2.0L turbocharged I4, alongside a diesel option with variable geometry turbocharger. Transmission options are six-speed manual or automatic, with drivetrains available in front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive.
History & notable variants
In 2017, the Sorento received updates for the 2018 model year globally, including new exterior styling elements and LED lighting features across various trim levels. The third generation also saw the introduction of standard third-row seating on all trims and enhanced driver assistance systems like a driver attention warning system.
Kia Sorento wheel fitment
Everything below is what the fit-check uses for Kia Sorento wheel fitment: the factory bolt spec first, then the width and offset window that clears the arches and the brakes on the Kia Sorento (Iii) UM.
| Bolt pattern (PCD) | 5x114.3 |
| Centre bore | 67.1 mm |
| Bolt / thread | M12x1.5 (nuts) |
| Seat type | tapered |
| Factory setup | square |
| TPMS | direct |
Aftermarket wheel sizes — read per position:
| Position | Width | Offset |
|---|---|---|
| Front | 7J–9.5J | ET35–ET50 |
Go wider and the offset has to rise with it, about 8 to 10 ET per extra 1J, or the wheel pokes past the arch. The fit-check settles the exact offset and any spacer.
Engines & drivetrain
| Variant | Engine | Fuel | Power | Drive, years |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 L Theta II T-GDi I4 | petrol | |||
| 2.4 L Theta II MPi I4 | petrol | |||
| 2.4 L Theta II GDi I4 | petrol | |||
| 3.3 L Lambda II MPi V6 | petrol | |||
| 3.3 L Lambda II GDi V6 | petrol | |||
| 3.5 L Lambda II MPi V6 | petrol | |||
| 2.0 L R II CRDi I4 | diesel | |||
| 2.2 L R II CRDi I4 | diesel |
Source: Kia Sorento, en.wikipedia.org.
UK popularity & demand
Based on DfT VEH0124 vehicle-parc data (2025), there are approximately 40,556 Kia Sorento on UK roads, placing it in the top 7% of car models by volume across our fitment database.
A parc that size is why Kia Sorento wheel fitment is worth getting exactly right: a lot of owners are shopping for these numbers.
Source: DfT/DVLA licensed-vehicle statistics (VEH0124), matched to the AIWheelTech fitment database.
Dimensions
| Length | 4,760 to 4,800 mm |
| Width | 1,890 mm |
| Height | 1,685 to 1,690 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,780 mm |
| Kerb weight | 1,838 to 2,062 kg |
Source: Kia Sorento, en.wikipedia.org; EU type-approval data (EEA).
Body styles & production
| Produced | 2002–present |
Factory colours
Trim levels
Reliability & owner notes
- Pros: Enhanced rigidity and safety ratings; improved fuel economy; new engine options including turbocharged petrol and diesel variants
- Cons: No specific cons mentioned in the reference
- Common issues: None documented