Kia Sorento vs Kia Sorento Hybrid
Overview | |
MSRP$31,990 | MSRP$33,590 |
Average price$20,472 | Average price$32,796 |
Listings9346 | Listings1330 |
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 SummaryBeing fuel-efficient and stylish are just two of the 2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid’s positive attributes. The fresh three-row offering from Kia has something its three-row Telluride doesn’t: a hybrid option. The Sorento Hybrid is more capable than before, but some design decisions have left us questioning if it’s better to just go with the tried and true Toyota Highlander Hybrid instead. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 191 hp I4 | Engine1.6L 227 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity6 |
Horsepower191 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.6 kWh |
MPG City23 | MPG City39 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway35 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 191 hp I4 | Engine Name1.6L 227 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque181 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower191 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.6 kWh |
MPG City23 | MPG City39 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway35 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity6 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space12.6 cu ft | Cargo Space12.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight3814 lbs | Curb Weight3979 lbs |
Height66.7 in | Height66.7 in |
Length189.6 in | Length189.4 in |
Width74.8 in | Width74.8 in |
Wheelbase110.8 in | Wheelbase110.6 in |
Maximum Payload1587 lbs | Maximum Payload1598 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $31,990 | $33,590 |
Average price | $20,472 | $32,796 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.4 | 4.8 |
Expert reviews | 8.7 out of 10Read full review | 7.8 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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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. | Being fuel-efficient and stylish are just two of the 2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid’s positive attributes. The fresh three-row offering from Kia has something its three-row Telluride doesn’t: a hybrid option. The Sorento Hybrid is more capable than before, but some design decisions have left us questioning if it’s better to just go with the tried and true Toyota Highlander Hybrid instead. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 191 hp I4 | 1.6L 227 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 6 |
Horsepower | 191 hp @ 6100 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 1.6 kWh | |
MPG City | 23 | 39 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 35 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 191 hp I4 | 1.6L 227 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque | 181 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | |
Horsepower | 191 hp @ 6100 rpm | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 1.6 kWh | |
MPG City | 23 | 39 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 35 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 6 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 12.6 cu ft | 12.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3814 lbs | 3979 lbs |
Height | 66.7 in | 66.7 in |
Length | 189.6 in | 189.4 in |
Width | 74.8 in | 74.8 in |
Wheelbase | 110.8 in | 110.6 in |
Maximum Payload | 1587 lbs | 1598 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | |
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