Kia Sorento vs Chevrolet Traverse
Overview | |
MSRP$31,990 | MSRP$34,520 |
Average price$20,344 | Average price$23,726 |
Listings9400 | Listings9165 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryOn the small end of the midsize SUV spectrum, the Sorento is a classic in-betweener. It’s big enough to get a standard third row and has more room than compact crossovers like the Toyota RAV4, but it’s smaller and cheaper than most three-row midsizes, including Kia’s Telluride and the Ford Explorer. Gas-powered 2024 Sorentos get a visual glow-up as well as major infotainment and safety system updates, and a new X-Pro trim. Hybrid and PHEV Sorentos, which we review separately, won’t get these changes until 2025. Verdict: The 2024 Kia Sorento’s new looks make it seem bigger and fancier, and the X-Pro adds capability. There are more safety features and the Sorento’s tech is even easier to use. Demerits remain, namely the diminutive third row and pricey top trims, but the 2024 Sorento has lots to offer family buyers. | |
Reviews SummaryThe 2024 Chevrolet Traverse has gone from being something of a wallflower to becoming one of the more stand-out choices among midsize SUVs with three rows of seating. That’s because Chevrolet’s design and engineering team did its homework when it came time to update this third generation of the Traverse, a model that has featured in the brand’s lineup since its introduction back for the 2009 model year. The 2024 Traverse is taller, wider, and longer than the outgoing variant. It’s also much more memorable to look at; following current SUV trends, Chevrolet gave the Traverse a more rugged appearance that borrows from both the full-size Tahoe SUV and Sierra pickup truck. Styling is always subjective, but in this instance, we think it’s fair to say Chevy got things right. Verdict: More important than any additional visual bravado is that the 2024 Traverse has been improved in countless other ways. It has more standard driver aids, such as blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert. There is more space for passengers, particularly those seated in the third row. And the infotainment system gets a much larger touchscreen. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 191 hp I4 | Engine |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive Train |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity8 |
Horsepower191 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower |
MPG City23 | MPG City |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 191 hp I4 | Engine Name2.5L 328 hp I4 |
Torque181 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque326 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm |
Horsepower191 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower328 hp @ 5500 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City23 | MPG City |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity8 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemOptional |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofOptional |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space12.6 cu ft | Cargo Space23.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight3814 lbs | Curb Weight4310 lbs |
Height66.7 in | Height70.7 in |
Length189.6 in | Length205.9 in |
Width74.8 in | Width88.6 in |
Wheelbase110.8 in | Wheelbase121.0 in |
Maximum Payload1587 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity1500 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $31,990 | $34,520 |
Average price | $20,344 | $23,726 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.4 | 4.5 |
Expert reviews | 8.7 out of 10Read full review | 7.8 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | On the small end of the midsize SUV spectrum, the Sorento is a classic in-betweener. It’s big enough to get a standard third row and has more room than compact crossovers like the Toyota RAV4, but it’s smaller and cheaper than most three-row midsizes, including Kia’s Telluride and the Ford Explorer. Gas-powered 2024 Sorentos get a visual glow-up as well as major infotainment and safety system updates, and a new X-Pro trim. Hybrid and PHEV Sorentos, which we review separately, won’t get these changes until 2025. Verdict: The 2024 Kia Sorento’s new looks make it seem bigger and fancier, and the X-Pro adds capability. There are more safety features and the Sorento’s tech is even easier to use. Demerits remain, namely the diminutive third row and pricey top trims, but the 2024 Sorento has lots to offer family buyers. | The 2024 Chevrolet Traverse has gone from being something of a wallflower to becoming one of the more stand-out choices among midsize SUVs with three rows of seating. That’s because Chevrolet’s design and engineering team did its homework when it came time to update this third generation of the Traverse, a model that has featured in the brand’s lineup since its introduction back for the 2009 model year. The 2024 Traverse is taller, wider, and longer than the outgoing variant. It’s also much more memorable to look at; following current SUV trends, Chevrolet gave the Traverse a more rugged appearance that borrows from both the full-size Tahoe SUV and Sierra pickup truck. Styling is always subjective, but in this instance, we think it’s fair to say Chevy got things right. Verdict: More important than any additional visual bravado is that the 2024 Traverse has been improved in countless other ways. It has more standard driver aids, such as blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert. There is more space for passengers, particularly those seated in the third row. And the infotainment system gets a much larger touchscreen. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 191 hp I4 | |
Drive Train | FWD | |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 8 |
Horsepower | 191 hp @ 6100 rpm | |
MPG City | 23 | |
MPG Highway | 31 | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 191 hp I4 | 2.5L 328 hp I4 |
Torque | 181 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 326 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm |
Horsepower | 191 hp @ 6100 rpm | 328 hp @ 5500 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 23 | |
MPG Highway | 31 | |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 8 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Optional | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Optional | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 12.6 cu ft | 23.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3814 lbs | 4310 lbs |
Height | 66.7 in | 70.7 in |
Length | 189.6 in | 205.9 in |
Width | 74.8 in | 88.6 in |
Wheelbase | 110.8 in | 121.0 in |
Maximum Payload | 1587 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | 1500 lbs |
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