Funny you should say that, test drove the 2.2 S Today and other than not having leather or a freaking arm rest it was great. Wife loves it. Its definitely on the top of our list at the moment.
Really like the new sorento, haven't driven it though but im sure it is great. Its just slightly more than I want to spend. And I know it is fully loaded but R419 000 I personally feel is a lot to spend on a Kia.
Well the other thing is I remember a few people commenting on the prices for spare parts being very expensive as well for the Kia. (on 4x4 community forums)