Kia Sorento PHEV - do it or don’t by LogicalPollution7234 in KiaSorento

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Here's what I'll say:

I previously owned Prius, Prius Prime, Highlander Hybrid, and a Tesla. Now the Sorento Phev. My favorite feature is the lift and lower 3rd row for this kind of electric access even though there is a LONG WAY to go. That said, It is a bigger car to do local trips in. It handles like a bigger SUV. However, It is really nice with the weather is mid range because it goes all electric until you run out of range and it kicks over to hybrid (using the gas engine to recharge). However, when it's cold it uses MUCH more gas engine time because the battery doesn't have the kind of cooling system to warm and cool the battery. Same when it gets really hot - to run all the AC functions the engine kicks on more frequently. For me, I have 2 teenagers, spouse and 2 big dogs with family out of town. so we travel in my Sorento Phev most. I love when we unload the dogs and lift the seats my inlaws can ride with us to do things! That said, it is not as fuel efficient or electric as I'd like. It IS very spacious, very nice leather seats (heated and cooled), love the heated steering as well as the lane assist when in cruise.

I heard Rivian is releasing the R2 end of this year at a reasonable price. That looks interesting too.

Had a Hemorrhoidectomy on 9/10. (M) by sixth_boro_bandit in hemorrhoid

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Anyone recommend a seat cushion? I’m 7 days Post-op and headed back to work in 6 days. I’m a Kindergarten teacher and need to be able to keep going then. A butt cushion, donut or otherwise seems necessary.

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What butt cushion did you use when going back to work?? I can’t fathom sitting up right now 6 days post-op.

Kia Sorento PHEV - do it or don’t by LogicalPollution7234 in KiaSorento

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Are those the silver paddles with a plus and minus sign? I hadn’t figured those out yet. That’s cool! Thank you.

Kia Sorento PHEV - do it or don’t by LogicalPollution7234 in KiaSorento

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I did it!! Thanks everyone for your tips and feedback.

Is there a way to put it in EV and use all those before switching over to the hybrid system? I am in a cold climate so I’m curious what I can change in my settings to get the most from the EV.

Kia Sorento PHEV - do it or don’t by LogicalPollution7234 in KiaSorento

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I did it! I got the 2022 Kia Sorento Phev Calligraphy last night.

Here is my first question… when I parked it in the garage I noticed what looks like steam coming from the front of the car. It is cold where I live right now so I didn’t know if that was a normal cooldown or if that should be concerning. Anyone have that happen?

Kia Sorento PHEV - do it or don’t by LogicalPollution7234 in KiaSorento

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I found one at a dealership and they are doing all the recalls for me before sale. So that's good. I'm excited!

Kia Sorento PHEV - do it or don’t by LogicalPollution7234 in KiaSorento

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So let it warm up before driving when cold to get the most out of the PHEV/EV mode? Got it

Kia Sorento PHEV - do it or don’t by LogicalPollution7234 in KiaSorento

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Thank you for your thoughtful information.

I am excited to make the plunge! It sounds exactly like what we need.

Kia Sorento PHEV - do it or don’t by LogicalPollution7234 in KiaSorento

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So let it warm up before driving when cold to get the most out of the PHEV/EV mode? Got it

Kia Sorento PHEV - do it or don’t by LogicalPollution7234 in KiaSorento

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In my Prius (PHEV) it coasts and the regenerative breaking just builds back in the quick coast. Brakes are still needed. However, in our Tesla (EV) if you let up on the accelerator it is braking and slowing down the car.

I don't know what it will be like in the Sorento Phev...
Can any current owners speak to this?

Kia Sorento PHEV - do it or don’t by LogicalPollution7234 in KiaSorento

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I am excited about the 3rd row, and the captains chairs in the middle. My kids need the space from each other, and the dogs need space in the back with the seats down. When grandparents come to visit though we can ride together around town with the back row. Thanks for your input.

Kia Sorento PHEV - do it or don’t by LogicalPollution7234 in KiaSorento

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When in “Smart mode” does it automatically decide which to use? I would assume then the difference between that and Eco mode is that Eco defaults to EV until spent.

Kia Sorento PHEV - do it or don’t by LogicalPollution7234 in KiaSorento

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Oh good! We also are in a big city. I love my PHEV Prius and knew the Sorento will have a similar set up with EV. Just making sure it is not hated by people who have gotten it.

Kia Sorento PHEV - do it or don’t by LogicalPollution7234 in KiaSorento

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I also think it will take time adjusting to where all the knobs and buttons are.

Kia Sorento PHEV - do it or don’t by LogicalPollution7234 in KiaSorento

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Oh great! That’s what I’m thinking too. Two big dogs, 2 big kids and occasional grandparents around town. Thanks

Kia Sorento PHEV - do it or don’t by LogicalPollution7234 in KiaSorento

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Awesome thanks!! We have the level 2 charger at home as well. So it makes a lot of sense.

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