2011 Kia Sorento – 5XYKU3A15BG179347
Description
This 2011 Kia Sorento (Grey) comes from a major insurance auction in the USA or Canada. All information on this page is linked to the vehicle’s VIN (5XYKU3A15BG179347), which helps confirm where the car was listed and what condition it was in at the time of sale.
The photos shown are real auction photos of this exact vehicle. It’s worth reviewing them closely—auction listings don’t always mention every detail, and images often reveal things like scratches, dents, missing trim, or other visible issues.
Technical details
This 2011 Kia Sorento (Grey) is equipped with an engine designed to balance performance and efficiency. According to the auction listing, the vehicle had 94,095 miles at the time of sale.
Condition and reported damage
At the auction, the following damage was reported:
- Primary damage: Normal Wear
- Secondary damage: Unknown
Insurance-auction vehicles are typically sold with some form of damage or defect, ranging from minor cosmetic issues to more serious problems. To get the clearest picture, compare the reported damage with the photos.
Additional information
Each listing on our site is connected to the vehicle’s VIN, allowing you to cross-check details such as history, ownership records, and accident/insurance information (where available). This vehicle was listed through a large insurance-auction platform in the United States, which helps ensure the information is traceable.
For the most accurate assessment, review all photos and all listed specifications before making any decisions.
Technical Specifications
| VIN Number | 5XYKU3A15BG179347 |
|---|---|
| Lot ID | 42963496 |
| Sale Date | 2025-09-24 |
| Color | Grey |
| Odometer | 94095 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline |
| Primary Damage | Normal Wear |
| Secondary Damage | Unknown |
VIN Breakdown for 5XYKU3A15BG179347
Every 17-character VIN encodes specific facts about where and when the vehicle was built. Here is what the VIN 5XYKU3A15BG179347 reveals about this 2011 Kia:
| World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI) | 5XY — Kia |
| Country of manufacture | United States |
| Model year code (10th digit) | B — 2011 |
| Assembly plant code (11th digit) | G |
| Vehicle descriptor section (VDS) | KU3A1 |
| VIN check digit (9th) | 5 |
| Production serial number | 179347 |
About This 2011 Kia Sorento
This 2011 Kia Sorento surfaced at the auction yard in Lake City (GA) and is now fully searchable by its VIN. At the time it was catalogued the odometer showed 94,095 miles, and the exterior is listed as Grey. All of the data here is anchored to the VIN, so it lines up with independent history and title checks.
Understanding the Reported Damage
The auction recorded the primary damage as "Normal Wear." Review the photos to judge whether it is cosmetic or structural before drawing conclusions about repair cost.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the VIN 5XYKU3A15BG179347 salvage or auction history?
This page collects the public auction record tied to VIN 5XYKU3A15BG179347. It indicates the 2011 Kia Sorento passed through a North American insurance or salvage auction, where the photos and reported damage shown here were recorded.
Where was this 2011 Kia Sorento located?
The most recent auction listing placed this vehicle at Lake City (GA). Auction locations can change if a car is relisted.
Can I get a full history report for VIN 5XYKU3A15BG179347?
Yes. Enter the VIN 5XYKU3A15BG179347 into the search box at the top of the page to pull the available history, and cross-reference it with an independent provider for title and odometer records.
Are the photos of this exact car?
Yes — the images on this page are the original auction photos captured for VIN 5XYKU3A15BG179347, not stock photography.