Is the air conditioning in your Kia Sorento or Hyundai Santa Fe Sport blowing warm? It might be time for a new compressor. This A-Premium kit comes with a complete VS18E type compressor AND the clutch already attached, which is super convenient. It’s pre-filled with 180 ml of PAG46 oil, and it’s designed for use with R-134a refrigerant. The pulley has 6 grooves, so it’ll match your existing serpentine belt.\n\nLet’s talk fitment because that’s the most important part. This compressor is compatible with the Kia Sorento from 2012 to 2014 with the 2.4L engine. It also fits the Hyundai Santa Fe Sport from 2013 to 2018 with either the 2.0L turbo or the 2.4L engine. That covers a lot of popular SUVs. Some reference part numbers it matches are 198377, 197377, 97701-1U500, 977011U500, and 977011U500RU. Always double-check using Amazon’s garage fitment tool or, better yet, compare the photos of this unit to the one currently in your car.\n\nWhy choose this one? A-Premium backs it with a one-year unlimited-mileage guarantee, which is pretty great peace of mind for a part like this. AC work can be expensive at a shop, so getting a reliable part is crucial. They’re known for making solid automotive components.\n\nInstallation is a job for a professional mechanic or a very skilled DIYer with the right tools and an AC machine to properly recover the old refrigerant and recharge the system. You CANNOT just bolt this on and go—the system needs to be evacuated and recharged. But, starting with a complete, ready-to-install unit like this that includes the clutch and correct oil is a major head start. It’s a full solution to get your cold air blowing strong again on those hot summer days.
