Product Description
QAA 12-Piece Stainless Body Side Molding Accent Trim for the 2011-2015 Kia Sorento (AT11820)
Twelve pieces is a lot of trim for a side molding kit, and that is the first thing to know about AT11820. QAA cut this set for the 4-door Kia Sorento SUV built from 2011 through 2015, and it runs a thin line of polished stainless steel along the body side molding on the doors. QAA describes the fitment as an upper arrow profile at 1" wide, so the accent follows the shape of the molding rather than sitting as a plain straight strip.
If you have looked at your Sorento from the side and felt the doors look a little flat between the wheel openings, this is the part that addresses it.
What the upper arrow note means for you
The QAA catalog lists this kit as "Upper Arrow, 1" width." In plain terms, it is the upper accent for the side molding area, cut in the arrow shape that QAA designed for this SUV, and it measures one inch across. We are not going to guess beyond what the catalog says about where each of the twelve pieces lands. The product photos show the layout.
Steel, not plated plastic
Each piece is made in the USA from 26-gauge 304 stainless steel and polished to a mirror shine. That matters because the brightness is the metal itself, not a chrome layer applied over plastic. Grade 304 is one of the most common stainless alloys in use, and 26 gauge describes the thickness of the sheet QAA starts with.
How it goes on
The tape is already on the back. QAA pre-applies 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape to every piece, and the trim installs directly over the existing surface of the Sorento. You do not drill, you do not pull off the original molding, and you do not need special tools. QAA states the tape will hold for a lifetime without causing any damage to the paint underneath. With twelve pieces, take your time and dry-fit the full set before you peel any liner. The Installation tab lays out a sensible order of work.
Matching it with other Sorento trim
QAA catalogs a long list of other trim for the 2011-2015 Sorento, and a few pair naturally with a side accent. There are two rocker panel kits, TH11820 for on the rocker below the door and TH11821 as an insert kit on the side molding, plus pillar post kits in four, six, and eight pieces, a gas door cover, a wheel well accent set, and several window trim packages. Links to each sit in the Fitment tab. Since TH11821 also works in the side molding area, check its photos against this kit before you buy both.
Check your Sorento first
This kit is cataloged only for the 4-door SUV body style across 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, and 2015. The Fitment tab shows that row exactly as QAA lists it. For a fitment check, or help choosing other Sorento pieces, call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811. Part number AT11820 and UPC 691821370696 are in the Specs tab.
AT11820 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | AT11820 |
| UPC | 691821370696 |
| Part type | Body Side Molding Accent Trim |
| Pieces in kit | 12 |
| Material | Polished 26-gauge 304 stainless steel |
| Finish | Polished to a mirror shine |
| Width | 1" |
| Coverage / notes | Upper Arrow, 1" width |
| Mounting | 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape (pre-applied); installs directly over the existing surface |
| Origin | Made in the USA |
| Fits | 2011-2015 Kia Sorento |
Fitment: AT11820
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Kia Sorento | 2011-2015 | 4-door, SUV |
Check your vehicle against every column here: year range, model, and body style all have to match. Questions? Call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811 with your year, make, model, and body style.
Other QAA trim cataloged for the 2011-2015 Kia Sorento
- GC11820: 1-piece Gas Door Cover Trim
- PP11820: 4-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP11821: 6-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP11822: 8-piece Pillar Post Trim
- TH11820: 2-piece Rocker Panel Trim, On the rocker
- TH11821: 4-piece Rocker Panel Trim, Insert Kit
- WP11820: 20-piece Window Trim Package
- WP11821: 6-piece Window Trim Package
Check the body style on each listing; some kits are specific to one body style.
Installation tips: Body Side Molding Accent Trim
- Unpack all 12 pieces and match each one to its position on the vehicle before removing any tape liner.
- Clean and dry the mounting surface so the 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape bonds to paint or trim, not dirt or wax.
- Peel the liner, align the piece, and press it firmly into place directly over the existing surface.
- Fit one piece at a time and compare each with the product photos and the pieces already in place.
These are general tips. Follow any instructions packed with your kit if they differ.
FAQ: AT11820 Body Side Molding Accent Trim
Does AT11820 fit every 2011-2015 Kia Sorento?
It is cataloged for the 4-door Sorento SUV from 2011 through 2015. If your Sorento differs from that, call 877-752-3811 before you order.
Why are there twelve pieces?
QAA cut the upper arrow side accent as a twelve-piece set for this SUV. The photos show how the pieces are laid out on the vehicle.
How wide is the trim?
QAA lists it at 1" wide, upper arrow profile.
Is the tape already applied?
Yes. Every piece comes with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape pre-applied, and it goes directly over the existing surface. QAA states the tape will hold for a lifetime without damaging the paint.
What is it made of?
Polished 26-gauge 304 stainless steel, made in the USA.
Can I run it with the TH11821 rocker insert kit?
Both are cataloged for the side molding area of this Sorento, so compare the photos of the two listings, or call us and we will help you sort it out.
