2017 Kia Sorento Speaker Sizes
The speaker size chart for the 2017 Kia Sorento provides factory audio system specifications for replacement or aftermarket upgrade purposes. Information includes speaker locations throughout the vehicle: front door panel, rear door panel, center dash, d-pillar, and rear side panel positions, with corresponding factory specifications for each location.
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| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Center Dash | 4 | Midrange |
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| D-Pillar | 1 | Tweeter |
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| Front Door Panel | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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| Front Door Panel | 1 | Tweeter |
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| Front Door Panel | 6.75 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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| Rear Door Panel | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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| Rear Door Panel | 6.75 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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| Rear Side Panel | 8 | Woofer |
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2017 Kia Sorento Speaker Replacement Summary
8
total positions
5
easy to replace
3
high priority
1
professional only
Replacement difficulty:
Low: 5 Medium: 2 High: 1Replacement priority:
High: 3 Medium: 3 Low: 22017 Kia Sorento Radio Slot Size (DIN)
| DIN Type | Size (inch) | Size (mm) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single DIN or Double DIN | 7"×2" or 7"×4" | 180×50 or 180×100 | Vehicle supports both radio sizes |
- Always measure the slot before purchasing a new radio
- Check slot depth - it may vary
Additional Notes
- The 2017 Kia Sorento shows multiple speaker size options in the door panels, suggesting potential factory variations depending on trim level or audio package configuration.
- Tweeters mounted in both the front door panels and D-pillars could indicate a factory audio system designed with higher frequency dispersion in mind.
- The presence of 6.5 inch and 6.75 inch options in the same door locations suggests that aftermarket speakers in either size range may be compatible with the existing mounting points.
- A 4 inch midrange speaker in the center dash position would typically handle mid-frequency vocals and instrumentation, filling the gap between tweeters and larger door speakers.
- The 8 inch woofer location in the rear side panel indicates a dedicated position for low-frequency reproduction, separate from the door-mounted speakers.
- Full-range speakers in the 6.5 inch or 6.75 inch door positions would handle both midrange and bass frequencies without requiring separate tweeters, though component systems remain an option.
- Upgrading the 1 inch tweeters might provide noticeable improvements in high-frequency clarity, particularly for listeners in front and rear seating positions.
- The radio's compatibility with both single DIN and double DIN head units offers flexibility for aftermarket stereo installations with varying feature sets.
- Replacing the rear side panel woofer could enhance bass response without requiring modifications to the door-mounted speaker system.
- Component speaker systems with separate tweeters and midbass drivers would align well with the factory tweeter locations already present in the door panels.