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The Kia Sorento Diesel AWD is designed for drivers who need space, strength, and reliability to support their workday. With seven full-size seats, strong diesel torque, and all-wheel drive stability, it gives you access to UberX, Comfort, and UberXL — without changing how you already drive.
6.0/100km fuel consumption
7-seat capacity
Premium Steering Wheel
Up to 1996 litre boot space
12.3'' infotainment system
Smart entry and smart start
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The Sorento’s full 7-seat layout opens the door to UberXL trips, while remaining eligible for UberX and Comfort. That flexibility means you can take larger groups, luggage-heavy airport trips, and family bookings that smaller SUVs can’t.
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The 2.2L turbo-diesel engine delivers strong low-end torque, making it well suited to stop-start city driving and long highway runs. Fewer fuel stops and strong efficiency on longer trips help protect your margins over the week.
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All-wheel drive adds stability and traction in wet weather, uneven roads, and regional driving. For drivers covering a wide range of conditions, this extra control helps reduce stress and fatigue over long shifts.
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For drivers not ready to move to an EV or hybrid, the Sorento Diesel offers a familiar, dependable path to higher earning potential. You refuel anywhere, drive as long as you need, and maintain consistent access to higher-value trips without charging downtime or learning new systems.
It’s an upgrade that focuses on earning stability, not experimentation.
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Discover features and specifications for the Kia Sorento S
Engine Type: SmartStream In-line 4 cyl. E-VGT4 CRDi5 16 Valve
Capacity (CC): 2,151
Max. Power (kW @ RPM): 148 @ 3,800
Max. Torque (Nm @ RPM): 440 @ 1,750 - 2,750
Bore x Stroke (mm): 83.0 x 99.4
Compression Ratio: 16.0:1
8 Speed Dual Clutch Transmission (Wet-Type)
Active AWD (Part-Time with Lock Mode)
Power Steering System: R-MDPS8 (Electric Power Steering)
Drive Mode Select System: 4 Modes - Normal, Eco, Sport, Smart
Terrain Mode Select System: Diesel AWD
Energy Absorbing Steering Column
Tilt & Telescopic Adjustable Steering Column
Minimum Turning Circle (m): 11.6
Front Brakes: 325 mm Ventilated Disc
Rear Brakes: 325 mm Ventilated Disc
Electronic Parking Brake with Auto Hold
Front Suspension: McPherson Strut
Rear Suspension: Multi-link
ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System) with EBD10 & BA11
ESC (Electronic Stability Control) with TCS12
VSM (Vehicle Stability Management)
TSA (Trailer Stability Assist)
HAC (Hill-Start Assist Control)
DBC (Downhill Brake Control)
MCB (Multi Collision Braking)
Seatbelt Warning (6 Positions)
Front & Reverse Parking Sensors with Dash Display
Rear View Camera with In-Audio Screen Display & Dynamic Parking
Guidelines
Rear View Mirror (Day & Night)
High-Mounted Rear Stop Light
LED DRL (Daytime Running Light)
LED Front Headlights (MFR Type)
HBA (High Beam Assist)
Dusk-Sensing Automatic Headlights
LED Rear Fog Lights
LED Front Fog Lights
BCA (Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist)
RCCA (Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist)
Burglar Alarm
Anti-Theft Immobiliser
Remote Central Locking with Keyless Entry & Tailgate Release
Smart Key with Push Button Start
Smart Key with Remote Engine Start
Headlight Escort Function
Seat Capacity: 7
Embossed Cloth Seats
6-Way Driver's Seat Incl. Height Adjust (Pumping Device)
6-Way Passenger Seat Incl Height Adjust (Pumping Device)
Sliding, Reclining & Flat Folding 2nd Row Seats (60:40)
Smart One-Touch 2nd Row Sliding Walk-In Device
2nd Row Centre Armrest
Split Fold Flat 3rd Row Seats (50:50)
Headrests with Height Adjust (All Seats)
Height Adjustable Front Seatbelts
Black 'Tiger Nose' Radiator Grille
Satin Silver Skid Plate (Front & Rear)
Body Coloured Door Handles with Satin Silver Accents
Body Coloured Outside Mirrors
Electric Folding Outside Mirrors with Automatic Folding Function
Outside Mirror Mounted Side Indicators
Mud Guards (Front & Rear)
Satin Silver Window Surrounds
Satin Silver Door Side Garnish
Roof Rails
ASCC (Advanced Smart Cruise Control) with Steering Wheel Mounted Controls
Premium Steering Wheel
Shift-by-Wire (Dial Type)
Paddle Shifters
Digital Driver Cluster with 4" Multi Function LCD Display
Ambient Temperature Display (within Cluster)
Power Windows with Auto Up/Down (Driver) & Safety Function (Driver)
AM/FM Tuner
DAB Digital Radio
7 Speaker Audio System (Front Door, Rear Door, Front Dash & Front Tweeters)
Kia Connect17 Telematics (eCall13, Remote Control, Vehicle Status
Monitoring etc.)
Over-The-Air Updates
Wireless Android Auto™~ with Voice Recognition
Wireless Apple Carplay™~ with Voice Recognition
Wired Android Auto™~ with Voice Recognition
Wired Apple Carplay™~ with Voice Recognition
Bluetooth®14 Multi-Connection Functionality (Phone/Media Stream) with
Voice Recognition
Steering Wheel Mounted Audio/Bluetooth®14 Controls
SDVC (Speed Dependent Volume Control)
Sounds of Nature
Shark Fin Antenna
Get behind the wheel of a Kia Sorento S on our Flexi Own plan, where one weekly payment pays down your car, as well as covering ownership costs (such as rideshare damage and loss cover, registration, servicing and replacement tyres and brakes). Our Flexi-Own product is our path to Vehicle ownership product. To learn more visit our Path to Ownership explainer.
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*Additional fees may apply, see terms for more information
Please set your location to view plans and pricing.
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Splend provides a subscription-based car plan designed specifically for Uber and other rideshare drivers in Australia. Drivers sign a subscription agreement, not a finance or loan contract.
You pay a single weekly subscription fee that covers:
A) Vehicle access (rideshare-ready car)
B) Registration, CTP, Rideshare licence/inspections, Scheduled servicing, and replacement tyres and brakes due to wear
C) Rideshare-specific loss and damage cover (for Flexi Own contracts from 1 October 2025 you can opt instead to obtain your own eligible Rideshare insurance should you wish)
Splend offers two flexible vehicle plans to suit your needs:
Flexi Own – work towards ownership while benefiting from all inclusions.
Flexi Try – try before you buy, ideal for testing rideshare or EVs.
*Subject to the terms of your Flexi Own/Flexi Try agreement. Servicing and maintenance subject to applicable caps. Additional fees may apply.
Here’s a full run-down of costs.
Up-front:
One-off setup fee of $990 for new cars and $495 for pre-owned cars
At onboarding:
Pro-rata charge for remainder of first week
First weekly fee (billed one week in advance)
Weekly fee includes:
Vehicle rental
Registration & CTP
Scheduled servicing (up to 180,000 km)*
Replacement tyres & brakes due to wear*
1,000 km included weekly (excess km attract a fee; on Flexi Own this reduces your term)
Optional extras:
Payout Protection Fee may apply (see Additional Fees for more detail)
Loss and Damage cover*
Loss and Damage Waiver Reduction Fee (reduces payable waiver amount)
Additional driver fee
Not included:
Fuel/charging, rideshare platform fees, tolls, fines.
*Subject to caps in your agreement and overarching T&Cs. Additional fees may apply.
Signing up is simple:
Enquire online through the Splend website, and one of our experts will call you
Book an appointment at your local Splend hub to test drive and finalise sign-up
Provide required documents (driver’s licence, proof of Uber account, proof of address)
Accept your quote
Review and sign the subscription agreement (we recommend you obtain independent legal advice before signing)
Pick up your car once approved and start driving.
Splend offers a wide range of rideshare-ready vehicles (new and pre-owned), including EVs, Hybrids and selected ICE vehicles. Models may be suitable for Uber categories like Premier, Max, XL, Comfort Electric, Comfort, or Green. You can browse the current range of available cars on the Splend site.
*Uber determines eligibility for specific categories. Splend can recommend models based on cost and earning potential. Browse current cars on the Splend site
You can check out all our Frequently Asked Questions here. Give us a call at 1800 SPLEND, or fill in our Enquiry form.
Can’t find what you’re looking for? Give us a call and one of our friendly team members will help you out.
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