{"product_id":"kia-sorento-3-5l-vin-3-8th-digit-rwd-3-5l-engine-2003-2006","title":"Kia Sorento (3.5L, VIN 3, 8th digit), RWD 3.5L Engine (2003-2006)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"ds-message _63c77b1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ds-markdown\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOEM 3.5L V6 Engine for 2003-2006 Kia Sorento\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\nOEM-spec 3.5L V6 long block for 2003-2006 Kia Sorento RWD (VIN digit 3). Direct bolt-in replacement addressing timing belt failure, oil consumption issues, and high-mileage degradation. Delivers the torque and reliability your first-gen Sorento demands.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ds-markdown\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ds-markdown\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEngine Specifications:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ds-scroll-area _1210dd7 c03cafe9\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 60.1786%;\" height=\"141\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: center; width: 41.3357%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCategory\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: center; width: 58.3032%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 41.3357%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDisplacement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 58.3032%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3.5L V6\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 41.3357%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEngine Code\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 58.3032%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3.5L (VIN Code 3, 8th Digit '3')\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 41.3357%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHorsepower\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 58.3032%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e192 hp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 41.3357%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTorque\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 58.3032%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e217 lb-ft\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 41.3357%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFuel System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 58.3032%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMulti-Port Fuel Injection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 41.3357%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eValvetrain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 58.3032%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDOHC 24-Valve\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 41.3357%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlock Material\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 58.3032%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAluminum Block \u0026amp; Heads\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 Kia Sorento \u003c\/span\u003eRear-Wheel Drive (2WD) models where the 8th digit of the VIN is '3'\u003cspan\u003e. This is the correct engine for 2WD applications; for AWD models, please verify additional drivetrain requirements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePricing \u0026amp; Condition Options:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ds-scroll-area _1210dd7 c03cafe9\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 86.0714%; height: 147.75px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 24.3705%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMileage Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 17.0121%; height: 19.5938px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 57.7802%; height: 19.5938px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 30.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.3705%; height: 30.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e30K-60K miles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.0121%; height: 30.1875px;\"\u003e$ 2,045.00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 57.7802%; text-align: center; height: 30.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePremium Low mileage. Includes full accessory suite.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.3705%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e60K-90K miles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.0121%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e$ 1,765.00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 57.7802%; text-align: center; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent condition, strong performance history, ready for installation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.3705%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e90K-120K miles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.0121%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e$ 1,550.00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 57.7802%; text-align: center; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood running condition, perfect for a daily-driven performance replacement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.3705%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e120K-150K miles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.0121%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e$ 1,350.00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 57.7802%; text-align: center; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFunctional core unit. Ideal for rebuild \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComplete Long Block Assembly:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Includes assembled short block, cylinder heads, valve train, timing cover, oil pan, and valve covers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFully Tested \u0026amp; Guaranteed:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Engine is compression tested and guaranteed not to smoke, knock, or have excessive oil\/coolant leaks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarranty Included:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Backed by our standard \u003c\/span\u003e60-Day Warranty\u003cspan\u003e (professional installation required).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Information:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStandard shipping 5-7 business days.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExpedited shipping are available for an extra charge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003eQ: How do I confirm this is the correct engine for my vehicle?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The 8th digit of your VIN must be the number \u003c\/span\u003e'3\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. For absolute confirmation and to ensure you receive the correct components for your RWD application, provide your \u003c\/span\u003efull VIN\u003cspan\u003e to our specialists before purchase.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e Q: Is this the same engine used in the AWD Sorento?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yes, the core long block assembly is identical. The difference between RWD and AWD is in the transmission and transfer case, which bolt to the back of this engine. You must transfer the correct components from your original 2WD vehicle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003eQ: Does this engine come with a warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, it includes a 60-Day Warranty. The engine must be installed by a professional technician, and a full pre-installation service must be performed to keep the warranty valid. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReady to Order?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSelect your preferred mileage option. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConfirm your VIN's 8th digit is '3' and that your Sorento is a RWD\/2WD model. Contact our Kia experts with your full VIN for final verification and a complete installation parts list.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Kia","offers":[{"title":"30K-60K miles","offer_id":45952622461185,"sku":null,"price":2045.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"60K-90K miles","offer_id":45952622493953,"sku":null,"price":1765.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"90K-120K miles","offer_id":45952622526721,"sku":null,"price":1550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"120K-150K miles","offer_id":45952622559489,"sku":null,"price":1350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0616\/7471\/7441\/files\/3.6L_b3fe8ce5-9ee9-4d8e-b911-3ec98180bd04.jpg?v=1738171380","url":"https:\/\/www.bestuseautoparts.com\/products\/kia-sorento-3-5l-vin-3-8th-digit-rwd-3-5l-engine-2003-2006","provider":"Best Use Auto Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}