Dealmaker or deal-breaker? Here’s how the Sorento’s touchscreen measures up.
What makes a good infotainment system? Everyone has their own preferences when it comes to a screen’s orientation and size to the choice between simple and feature-rich interfaces. That said, there’s little ambiguity that the infotainment unit inside our yearlong reviewis showing its age. Although there are aspects of the Sorento’s system I admire, there are also several elements I wish were different.
After using too many touchscreens with tiny icons or cluttered menus, I value the large icons on the Sorento’s infotainment screen. I also appreciate the screen’s high degree of customization. I can easily change the layout by pressing and holding an icon, then dragging it to a new position on the screen.
The Sorento’s wide screen allows for the simultaneous display of two functions. I may allocate the larger portion of the screen to native navigation, and, with a vertical swipe, alternate info on the smaller screen for media, time, weather, or EV range. I can also allocate the smaller screen to Spotify from my phone. Still, I greatly prefer using only Android Auto.
I won’t be giving up Google Maps with Android Auto anytime soon, but surprisingly, the Sorento’s built-in navigation system has its merits. It capably reroutes if you miss a turn and swiftly responds to voice commands for setting a destination. Voice recognition is pretty accurate, at least for simple instructions like this. Adding waypoints can be trickier. I like how it thoughtfully displays the upcoming two turns, assisting in lane preparation.
It has been a joy discovering how much the Sorento’s infotainment system can do. Adjusting the driver assist settings, viewing maintenance and PHEV info, communicating with rearmost passengers, and selecting the exact spot where the sound comes from inside the cabin are just some of the unexpected surprises. With its crisp graphics and straightforward menus, the infotainment system feels thoughtfully designed. But these niceties can’t hide the Sorento’s age.
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