Kia Sorento Speaker Size

Rear Side Panel Speaker

Front Door Panel Speaker

Rear Door Panel Speaker

Center Dash Speaker

D-Pillar Speaker

A-Pillar Speaker

Kia Sorento Speaker FAQ

What speakers should I replace first in my Kia Sorento for the biggest sound improvement?

Replace the front door 6.5-inch or 6.75-inch speakers first. These handle most of your music's midrange and vocal frequencies. The front doors get 80% of your listening attention while driving. Look for component speakers rated around 50-75 watts RMS with 4-ohm impedance. The Kia Sorento's factory front speakers usually lack the power handling and frequency response needed for clear vocals and detailed midrange. Skip the rear doors initially - they mainly provide fill sound. You'll notice the difference immediately with quality front components.

Can I install component speakers in all Kia Sorento door locations?

Yes, most Kia Sorento models accept component speakers in both front and rear doors. The 6.5-inch locations work with standard component sets, though some models use 6.75-inch openings. Component speakers separate the tweeter from the woofer, giving you better soundstage control. Install the tweeters in the factory tweeter locations when available - A-pillar or door-mounted positions work well. The crossover networks can mount behind door panels or under seats. Just verify your specific mounting depth. Some aftermarket components need 2.5-3 inches of clearance behind the mounting surface.

Should I keep the rear side panel subwoofer in my Kia Sorento?

Keep the 8-inch rear side panel subwoofer if your Sorento has one. It's probably handling frequencies below 100Hz that door speakers can't reproduce effectively. The factory sub location provides decent bass extension for the cabin size. However, it might benefit from a small amplifier upgrade - maybe 100-150 watts RMS at 4 ohms. The factory sub often runs underpowered from the head unit. If you're planning a complete system overhaul, consider whether that 8-inch driver placement gives you the bass response you want. Sometimes the rear side location doesn't couple well with the cabin acoustics.

What's the difference between the 6.5-inch and 6 x 9-inch rear speakers in the Kia Sorento?

The 6 x 9-inch speakers typically provide better low-frequency response due to their larger cone area. They can move more air than round 6.5-inch drivers. However, the oval shape sometimes creates less accurate midrange reproduction. The 6.5-inch speakers often deliver cleaner vocal reproduction and imaging. For the Kia Sorento's rear fill application, either size works fine. The 6 x 9s might give you slightly more bass impact, but you're probably not sitting in the back seat critically listening. Choose based on what fits your budget and installation preferences. Both mount in the same rear side panel location.