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US Accessories on Canadian Sorentos

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#1 ·
Hello all,

I know there are a few difference between the models with warranty and options included in each package, but I'm wondering if accessories/add-ons are interchangeable?

For example, Roof Rails have been backordered for the last 5 months up here, but seem to be available in the US. Could I buy a set of US rails and install them without issue on my 2016 Sorento?

Also, I'm thinking of getting side steps or a nerf bar, and there seems to be lots of after market options for US 2016 Sorentos, but sellers don't seem to know if they would fit a Cdn model...

Does anyone know one way or the other? Has anyone experienced purchasing US parts for a Cdn model (or vice-versa)?

Thanks!
 
#3 ·
This is Kia part # for the cross bars. 2016 Sorento without sunroof. C6021-ADU01. If it's the same part # in Canada then it will work for you. Much cheaper I'm sure as well. $290.00 list price, I'll sell to you for $245.00. plus shipping.
 
#5 ·
Hi cobra,

Thanks for the reply!

I have the panoramic sunroof, what do you have for the pano version?

My dealer up here tells me this is the part number for the rails that fit my vehicle (2016 Sorento EX+ 7-seater): 99997 26UM01

Also, the dealer up here claims for 2016 it is the same rails system, as they just use the higher version on both models... I seem to be seeing mixed opinions on that front...

Thanks!
 
#9 ·
Hello all,
Also, I'm thinking of getting side steps or a nerf bar, and there seems to be lots of after market options for US 2016 Sorentos, but sellers don't seem to know if they would fit a Cdn model...

Does anyone know one way or the other? Has anyone experienced purchasing US parts for a Cdn model (or vice-versa)?
Thanks!

@rutabega - did you get side steps? if yes appreciate your insight. Also if you know what is the difference between nerf and side step. Or just a proprietary term that became common use (a la xerox). thanks in advance
 
#11 ·
Thanks @josuet both for the definition of nerf (this word reminds me of the toy gun my son uses in his play) and the side step link.

the ebay link you provided is definitely the better looking (and resembles that provided by Kia Canada?) than the one i saw at a local store website https://www.actiontrucks.com/product-detail/STE280310/3-in-round-side-bar for CA$240.

Installation (for me at least) will be the deciding factor.
 
#12 ·
#29 ·
Discussion over on the 2014 - 2015 Sorento forum http://www.kia-forums.com/2014-2015-sorento-forum/272025-splash-guards.html on the drawbacks of the OEM side steps that might be useful to others considering this.

the issue one poster mentions with dirt collecting on the steps from snow, mud etc was the reason i had not included this in my original purchase. But i figure i can live with it. IMO the step will make it easier for kids to get in and out as i cant use the passenger side door to create space with the sliding seat.

Note I believe one poster is offering to give his steps away in a swap so there maybe opportunity there for someone considering these (2015 though so not sure if they fit 2016s)
 
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