It’s no secret that moms are on the move. My daughter is still years away from ballet recitals and soccer games, but we’re already logging many a mile in the car. When I’m not chasing that little crawler around our home, we can usually be found running errands or heading to Honey’s house. Life doesn’t stop when Julia and I are in the car. Naps happen in the car.
Meals happen in the car.
Julia grows and changes before my very eyes in the car.
Needless to say, my car is like our second home. And just like with my house, safety is my number one concern when it comes to what I drive. I’ve got very precious cargo in the back seat and I want the best to protect her. The Duke and I have been toying with the idea of a new car, and recently I’ve taken notice of the Kia Sorento. This crossover is assembled in the USA and is the definition of versatility. With its advanced technology, sporty styling and spacious interior, the Kia Sorento is the kind of crossover that everyone would want to drive. 
The Sorento is equipped with safety features that are second to none. The Brake Assist System can detect emergency braking and applies full braking force to help shorten your overall stopping distance. The summer traffic in Destin is horrific, so this would really give me peace of mind.
I also cannot imagine buying an SUV or crossover without a third row. The Sorento has a spacious third row and can seat up to seven passengers comfortably! It looks like Julia might need some siblings to keep her company in the back seat. 
Since she doesn’t have any siblings on the way (yet), I could fold down the third row and use all of that extra space to store groceries, toys, and her stroller.
There are many other unexpected features available with the Sorento. The Bluetooth wireless technology and voice-command navigation system would be a huge help for this mom-around-town. Taking my hands off the wheel to search for the phone is not the safest thing to do, especially with a baby in the back seat.
I was pleasantly surprised by all of the unexpected features the Kia Sorento boasts. It might be time for me to try something new on for size.
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The Duchess
46 Comments
Angie
August 7, 2012 at 8:52 am —
We have been looking and debating a new/used SUV and I am excited to learn of this! We were more thinking of an explorer/path finder/pilot but didnt even consider/know about this one.
I totally agree about the 3rd row being necessary!
I love all the cargo/storage options and was surprised by the power folding mirrors.
And future Carter babies?! Eeee so exciting!!!
Danielle K
August 7, 2012 at 8:54 am —
That’s so cool it has the blue tooth and voice navigation…very unexpected
Angie
August 7, 2012 at 9:03 am —
I tweeted!
https://twitter.com/aknixon/status/232823994464731137
Julie White
August 7, 2012 at 9:15 am —
I love the sleek look, (not too large and not too small) and especially the voice command navigation!
Mandy M.
August 7, 2012 at 12:36 pm —
The voice command navigation is totally unexpected!! I’m a big fan of the small/ mid-size SUV but my ’06 Highlander doesn’t have this feature. Sure wish it did!
Holly Marie
August 7, 2012 at 1:39 pm —
I love the third row seating- as we plan on having more than just our little bundle of joy in the future we have been looking at SUVs with ample space.
Heather J.
August 7, 2012 at 8:50 pm —
I was very surprised to hear that it had a third row!! That is something I will want in my next SUV.
Crystal
August 9, 2012 at 8:24 pm —
I love the looks of the Sorrento! I saw one at the car wash recently and went over to ask the owner what type of car it was. With 3 dogs all that room would be awesome!
Anne Banks
August 9, 2012 at 9:54 pm —
I love the look and the Brake Assist is very surprising.
Kerry
August 9, 2012 at 9:54 pm —
I would love the push button start with a Smart Key!
Hessah
August 11, 2012 at 5:25 pm —
Hello,
I’m a proud owner of Kia ‘s 2008 Sorento &
Kia came a long way since that car… Voice Command Aspect is a Marvellous addition. Luxurious Cars with a High Price Tag is no different to Kia, as Kia managed in the last 2 years to Revamp Their everything about their cars which make them a worthy contender of Top 3 Cars in a number of Polls
Well Done Kia… Sayanora Honda …
sy
August 12, 2012 at 5:13 am —
It’s in the low 20000s, has air conditioned seat, and folding mirrors. Thanks for the review and giveaway.
songyueyu at gmail
sy
August 12, 2012 at 5:13 am —
tweet: https://twitter.com/syytta/status/234578253153714176
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Gina M
August 12, 2012 at 8:51 am —
The dual temperature control is a unexpected and wonderful feature, especially for those with kids.
Thanks for the chance to win!
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Gina M
August 12, 2012 at 8:52 am —
tweet–https://twitter.com/CrazyItalian0/status/234633379675508736
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Harmony B
August 13, 2012 at 4:09 pm —
Im suprised at the 3rd row seating. I never would have thought it had that much seating
Harmony B
August 13, 2012 at 4:12 pm —
tweet https://twitter.com/hburmeister/status/235106564288172033
Mel
August 14, 2012 at 1:11 pm —
the read display camera is great!
Mel
August 14, 2012 at 1:11 pm —
https://twitter.com/MelindaJoy926/status/235423387361632256
TWEETED!
Linda
August 14, 2012 at 1:11 pm —
the gas mileage is impressive, so thats unexpected
Sean
August 14, 2012 at 1:12 pm —
dual temperature control is a unexpected and wonderful
Linda
August 14, 2012 at 2:01 pm —
Tweeted
https://twitter.com/artisticbaker/status/235435748399136768
Angela Akinniyi
August 14, 2012 at 2:08 pm —
Sunroof
Angela Akinniyi
August 14, 2012 at 2:26 pm —
https://twitter.com/AnnsTipToes/status/235441853716115456
Tweeted
Katrina
August 14, 2012 at 3:01 pm —
I love the optional third row. It would be awesome for taking my teenager and her friends where they need to be.
Tian A.
August 14, 2012 at 4:54 pm —
The unexpected featur of this vehicle is it has SMART KEY, thank you.
Tian A.
August 14, 2012 at 4:56 pm —
https://twitter.com/mrsayubi/status/235479481584844800
tweeted
Deborah
August 16, 2012 at 11:15 am —
I didn’t realize it had a third row. Necessary for a growing family!
Kristen self
August 16, 2012 at 11:20 am —
I was shocked that it has a 3rd row! Love 3rd row seating on stylish SUVs.
Tabathia B
August 16, 2012 at 1:59 pm —
The brake assist system
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Tabathia B
August 16, 2012 at 2:00 pm —
tweet
https://twitter.com/ChelleB36/status/236160005332676608
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anash
August 16, 2012 at 10:53 pm —
The drivers seat being Air conditioned is a great and unexpected feature! Thanks for a super giveaway!
anash
August 16, 2012 at 10:59 pm —
Tweeted:
https://twitter.com/anashct3/status/236296166768246784
Thanks for the chance to win!
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Judy Schwartz Haley | CoffeeJitters.Net
August 17, 2012 at 12:27 am —
the voice command navigation system would come in really handy. I’m always getting lost.
Debbie B
August 17, 2012 at 7:48 pm —
i’m surprised about the 3rd row seating – quite a spacious
vehicle – I really like the navigation system and the back up cam too!
Betty C
August 19, 2012 at 6:36 pm —
I was surprised by the third row seats as well as the back up camera. Great features.
Betty C
August 19, 2012 at 6:37 pm —
Tweet – https://twitter.com/willitara/status/237332514174279680
Kerry
August 25, 2012 at 8:05 pm —
The push button start!
Kerry
August 25, 2012 at 8:06 pm —
tweeted: https://twitter.com/KerryBishop/status/239529075151085568
Lynsey
August 26, 2012 at 1:13 pm —
I was surprised by the third row! I want a new car so bad and one with a third row!
Lynsey
August 26, 2012 at 1:14 pm —
I tweeted!
https://twitter.com/themoorefamily/status/239787830530945025
Lindsey Bell
August 26, 2012 at 7:00 pm —
The panoramic sunroof!
sy
August 29, 2012 at 3:50 am —
The price is much lower than expected, I like the air conditioned / heated seats too. thanks for the review and giveaway.
songyueyu at gmail
sy
August 29, 2012 at 3:51 am —
tweet: https://twitter.com/syytta/status/240733128824598528
songyueyu at gmail
sy
August 30, 2012 at 2:27 am —
grr I have entered this before, please delete my comments above, sorry
maria cantu
August 30, 2012 at 12:24 pm —
the heated/air-cooled seats.