Used 2025 Kia Sorento for Sale nearRaleigh, NC

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The 2025 Kia Sorento offers a range of trims from budget-friendly options to more feature-rich models, all with impressive fuel efficiency.

• Starting at $28,244
• Best MPG/MPGe: 23 city / 31 hwy
• Most Popular: LX FWD

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LX FWD — "Who It's For"

The LX FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a well-equipped SUV without breaking the bank. It's the most popular trim for its value.

• Avg. market price: $28,244 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 23 city / 31 hwy
• Inventory: 74 listings
• View LX FWD listings

S FWD — "Who It's For"

The S FWD is the choice for buyers seeking a balance of features and price, offering more tech without a significant price jump.

• Avg. market price: $29,472 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 23 city / 31 hwy
• Inventory: 73 listings
• View S FWD listings

S AWD — "Who It's For"

The S AWD is ideal for those who need all-wheel drive without a hefty price tag, providing versatility for various driving conditions.

• Avg. market price: $29,700 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 23 city / 28 hwy
• Inventory: 34 listings
• View S AWD listings

EX FWD — "Who It's For"

The EX FWD is perfect for shoppers wanting a bit more power and features, making it a solid choice for family use.

• Avg. market price: $30,475 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 20 city / 29 hwy
• Inventory: 42 listings
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SX FWD — "Who It's For"

The SX FWD caters to those who desire a premium experience with advanced features, making it a great choice for tech-savvy families.

• Avg. market price: $31,980 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 20 city / 29 hwy
• Inventory: 30 listings
• View SX FWD listings

X-Line EX AWD — "Who It's For"

The X-Line EX AWD is for buyers who want a rugged look and all-wheel drive capability without sacrificing comfort and tech.

• Avg. market price: $30,475 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 20 city / 27 hwy
• Inventory: 36 listings
• View X-Line EX AWD listings

X-Line SX Prestige AWD — "Who It's For"

The X-Line SX Prestige AWD is the top choice for those seeking luxury and advanced features in a capable SUV, perfect for families.

• Avg. market price: $36,990 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 20 city / 27 hwy
• Inventory: 34 listings
• View X-Line SX Prestige AWD listings

Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — LX FWD

With 74 active listings, the LX FWD is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

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Best Budget Option — LX FWD

At $28,244 avg market price — below the lineup median of $30,475 — it's the most accessible entry point.

Browse LX FWD listings

Best for Fuel Economy — LX FWD

The LX FWD offers the best fuel efficiency in the lineup with 23/31 MPG.

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These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 17, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

How much does the 2025 Kia Sorento cost?

Prices have softened 7.84% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 2,281 listings available, which suggests you should have a workable range of choices.

Is the 2025 Kia Sorento a good car?

Yes — the 2025 Kia Sorento earns a 5/5 user rating and an 8.33/10 expert rating. The model scores 9/10 across Performance and Cost effectiveness.

It stands out as a family-friendly SUV that feels “right-sized” between a compact and a larger three-row midsize SUV, so you get extra seating without jumping to a bigger vehicle. The turbo-gas version also brings a powerful engine, impressive technology, and a great warranty.

The main trade-offs are that the interior materials feel cheap, the third row is cramped, and cargo space is limited. Even so, the Sorento’s broad use-case appeal makes it a strong fit if you want occasional third-row flexibility and a daily driver that stays manageable in size.

35.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals, which gives you some room to shop selectively.

Is the 2025 Kia Sorento reliable?

Owners rate it 5/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

The Sorento’s appeal is reinforced by its great warranty and its reputation for being easy to live with day to day. Its turbo-gas setup is described as satisfying, and the SUV’s overall package is built around practical family use rather than complexity for its own sake.

If you plan to keep one used, the biggest long-term ownership risk is that wear and tear may show up first in the cabin and cargo area, where the model’s compromises are most obvious.

What should I look for when buying a used 2025 Kia Sorento?

Accident-free inventory is excellent at 94.3% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

You should still run a history report and prioritize a pre-purchase inspection, especially if you’re considering a higher-mileage example or a trim with more equipment. Focus on cabin condition, third-row wear, and cargo-area use, since those are the places where family SUVs often show age first.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The core gas trims include LX, S, EX, SX, and SX Prestige, with the latter three upgrading to the turbocharged engine. The LX is the most stripped-down version, while SX and SX Prestige add more technology and a more upscale feel.
• Powertrain: LX and S use a 191-horsepower 2.5-liter four-cylinder with an eight-speed automatic, while the other gas trims get a turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder with 281 horsepower and 311 pound-feet of torque. The turbo engine is the stronger choice if you want quicker acceleration.
• Safety package: Highway Driving Assist is standard on all 2025 Sorento models except the LX, and SX and SX Prestige add Highway Driving Assist 2 with lane-changing functionality. Those higher trims also add numerous active collision avoidance features, evasive steering assist, a camera-based Blind-Spot View Monitor, and the surround-view camera system.
• Infotainment: The Sorento uses a 24-inch panoramic display, and SX and SX Prestige pair a 12.3-inch digital instrument panel with a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system. Every 2025 Sorento has wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
• Fuel efficiency: The LX and S can return up to 26 mpg in combined driving, while the turbocharged engine is rated at 23 mpg in combined driving. The turbo version in testing averaged 23.4 mpg.

Which 2025 Kia Sorento trim should I buy?

The 2025 Kia Sorento is offered in 5 trim levels: LX, S, EX, SX, and SX Prestige.

Here's the short version:

• LX: This is the entry point, and it makes sense if you want the Sorento’s size and value without paying for the turbo engine or extra tech. It is the least expensive way into the lineup, but it also misses some of the more advanced driver-assistance content.
• S: This trim keeps the lower-cost approach but adds a better balance of everyday usability than the LX. It is the budget-friendly choice if you want the Sorento’s family-friendly packaging without moving up the ladder too far.
• EX: This is the best-value trim for many shoppers because it brings the turbocharged engine and a more appealing mix of equipment without jumping all the way to the top. It also can be paired with the X-Line appearance package.
• SX: This trim adds more technology and a more upscale presentation, and it can also get the X-Line appearance package. It is a good fit if you want a richer cabin and more advanced features.
• SX Prestige: This is the most luxurious mainstream gas trim, with the most upscale equipment and the standard X-Line treatment. If you want the Sorento to feel closest to a near-luxury SUV, this is the one to target.

Significant safety upgrades are associated with the SX and SX Prestige, which add more advanced active safety tech and Highway Driving Assist 2.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2025 Kia Sorento?

The market looks selective but workable for buyers who are ready to move on the right listing.

• Deal availability: 35.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 2,281 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 7.84% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 94.3% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $31,945, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2025 Kia Sorento's resale value?

The current average of $31,945 sits slightly below last year's $34,662.

That softer pricing trend suggests the Sorento is already giving up some value in the used market, which can help you as a buyer today. For a future seller, it means you should expect a more competitive resale environment unless your vehicle is especially clean, well-equipped, and lightly used.

The good news is that the Sorento’s broad appeal, strong warranty reputation, and family-friendly packaging should help keep demand steady. Well-kept examples with desirable equipment are likely to remain easier to move than more ordinary ones.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 5/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2025 Kia Sorento safe?

The 2025 Kia Sorento earns five-star overall ratings from NHTSA, with four-star ratings in frontal crash and rollover, and five-star ratings in all other NHTSA tests. It also earns a Top Safety Pick rating from IIHS, though that accolade is valid only for the 2024 calendar year.

It earns an 8/10 safety score from our experts.

Kia installs plenty of standard safety features in the 2025 Sorento, and higher trims add more sophisticated technology. SX and SX Prestige bring numerous active collision avoidance features, evasive steering assist, a camera-based Blind-Spot View Monitor, and the surround-view camera system.

Highway Driving Assist is standard on all 2025 Sorento models except the LX, and SX and SX Prestige add lane-changing functionality to create Highway Driving Assist 2. That system remains hands-on, and the review notes that it works better in lower-traffic settings than in busy city freeway traffic.

The main caveat is that the Sorento may lose its IIHS Top Safety Pick status in 2025 because of rule changes and a weaker result in a newer test.

Should I buy a 2025 Kia Sorento or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2025 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2025 if:

• 35.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is excellent at 94.3% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 7.84% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 5/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• It keeps the right-sized family-SUV formula, with broad powertrain choice and no major changes after the 2024 refresh.

Consider the 2024 if:

• At $29,167, the 2024 costs less than the current year's $31,945 average.
• It brings a value-packed, family-friendly midsize-SUV setup with a standard third row.

The bottom line: If you want the freshest used Sorento with strong inventory, a softer price trend, and the latest model-year details, the 2025 is the better target. If your priority is saving money and you’re comfortable giving up the current year’s pricing and market freshness, the 2024 is the smarter bargain path.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 22, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.