Kia Sorento vs Mercury Villager
Overview | |
MSRP$31,990 | MSRP$19,995 |
Average price$20,417 | Average price |
Listings9372 | Listings1 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
Pros
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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 Summary | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 191 hp I4 | Engine3.3L 170 hp V6 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower191 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower170 hp @ 4800 rpm |
MPG City23 | MPG City15 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway21 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 191 hp I4 | Engine Name3.3L 170 hp V6 |
Torque181 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque200 lb-ft @ 2800 rpm |
Horsepower191 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower170 hp @ 4800 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City23 | MPG City15 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway21 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity7 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space12.6 cu ft | Cargo Space25.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight3814 lbs | Curb Weight3997 lbs |
Height66.7 in | Height70.1 in |
Length189.6 in | Length194.9 in |
Width74.8 in | Width74.9 in |
Wheelbase110.8 in | Wheelbase112.2 in |
Maximum Payload1587 lbs | Maximum Payload1448 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Standard Payload | Standard Payload1448 lbs |
Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | Standard Towing Capacity3500 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $31,990 | $19,995 |
Average price | $20,417 | |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.4 | 4.0 |
Expert reviews | 8.7 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. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 191 hp I4 | 3.3L 170 hp V6 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
Horsepower | 191 hp @ 6100 rpm | 170 hp @ 4800 rpm |
MPG City | 23 | 15 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 21 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 191 hp I4 | 3.3L 170 hp V6 |
Torque | 181 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 200 lb-ft @ 2800 rpm |
Horsepower | 191 hp @ 6100 rpm | 170 hp @ 4800 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 23 | 15 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 21 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 12.6 cu ft | 25.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3814 lbs | 3997 lbs |
Height | 66.7 in | 70.1 in |
Length | 189.6 in | 194.9 in |
Width | 74.8 in | 74.9 in |
Wheelbase | 110.8 in | 112.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 1587 lbs | 1448 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Standard Payload | 1448 lbs | |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | 3500 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | |
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