New & Used 2026 Kia Sorento for Sale nearChicago, IL

Compare 2026 Kia Sorento Trims in Chicago, IL

The 2026 Kia Sorento offers a range of trims from budget-friendly options to more feature-rich models, all with impressive fuel efficiency.

• Starting at $29,908
• Best MPG/MPGe: 23 city / 31 hwy
• Most Popular: LX FWD

Trim Overview

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LX FWD — "Who It's For"

The LX FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a well-rounded SUV with great features without paying for higher trims.

• Avg. market price: $35,332 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 23 city / 31 hwy
• Inventory: 56 listings
• View LX FWD listings

S FWD — "Who It's For"

The S FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a budget-friendly option with essential features and a spacious interior.

• Avg. market price: $29,908 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 23 city / 31 hwy
• Inventory: 51 listings
• View S FWD listings

S AWD — "Who It's For"

The S AWD is the pick for shoppers who want all-wheel drive capability without a significant price increase.

• Avg. market price: $31,908 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 23 city / 28 hwy
• Inventory: 43 listings
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EX FWD — "Who It's For"

The EX FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a more powerful engine and additional features without going to the top trim.

• Avg. market price: $35,332 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 20 city / 29 hwy
• Inventory: 25 listings
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EX AWD — "Who It's For"

The EX AWD is the pick for shoppers who want a balance of luxury and capability with all-wheel drive.

• Avg. market price: $35,332 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 20 city / 27 hwy
• Inventory: 23 listings
• View EX AWD listings

SX FWD — "Who It's For"

The SX FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a fully loaded SUV with premium features and a stylish design.

• Avg. market price: $35,332 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 20 city / 29 hwy
• Inventory: 22 listings
• View SX FWD listings

X-Line EX AWD — "Who It's For"

The X-Line EX AWD is the pick for shoppers who want a sporty look and all-wheel drive capability for adventurous outings.

• Avg. market price: $36,555 (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 pick for shoppers who want a premium SUV with advanced features and off-road readiness.

• Avg. market price: $41,735 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 20 city / 27 hwy
• Inventory: 40 listings
• View X-Line SX Prestige AWD listings

Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — LX FWD

With 56 active listings, the LX FWD is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

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Best Budget Option — S FWD

At $29,908 avg market price — below the lineup median of $35,332 — it's the most accessible entry point.

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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 2, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

Is the 2026 Kia Sorento a good car?

The 2026 Kia Sorento is a solid pick if you want a midsize SUV that gives you real three-row usefulness, a more upscale cabin, and a wide spread of powertrain choices. The user rating is 2/5, which suggests you should weigh it carefully against your priorities rather than treat it as an automatic buy.

The Sorento’s strengths are practical: it has grown more refined and spacious, it offers family-friendly packaging, and it brings features that range from smart key access and heated front seats to available driver aids and a surround-view monitor. It also has a more luxurious presentation than earlier versions, with details like wood-grained trim and quilted leather upholstery helping it feel more premium.

If you want a midsize SUV that balances passenger space, equipment, and efficiency options, it fits that brief well. 31.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals, so there is some room to shop selectively.

Is the 2026 Kia Sorento reliable?

The 2026 Kia Sorento is presented as a more refined, more spacious, and more feature-rich SUV that has steadily improved over time. It also has strong crash-test results, and the IIHS awarded it Top Safety Pick+ status for 2026.

Its driver-assist systems were retuned for better performance, and the model includes a broad set of available safety and convenience features. The tradeoff is that some advanced equipment is reserved for higher trims, and one of its more distinctive features, the blind-spot view camera, was described as more distracting than helpful.

For used buyers, the long-term ownership risk is mainly about choosing the right trim and condition, since the most desirable equipment may be concentrated higher up the range.

What should I look for when buying a used 2026 Kia Sorento?

Accident-free inventory is excellent at 97% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

You should still run a history report on any listing you’re serious about, even when the market looks clean. Prioritize a pre-purchase inspection that checks the electronics, driver-assist features, and cabin condition, since this Sorento leans heavily on technology and upscale interior materials. Focus especially on how the vehicle presents in person, because feature content and trim quality matter a lot on this model.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2026 Kia Sorento?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop with some leverage if you’re patient and compare listings carefully.

• Deal availability: 31.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 1,452 listings available.
• Clean inventory: 97.0% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $34,152.96, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

Should I buy a 2026 Kia Sorento or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2026 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2026 if:

• 31.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is excellent at 97% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

Consider the 2025 if:

• It offers a familiar, right-sized three-row layout with a strong powertrain and good technology.

The bottom line: If you want the newer Sorento with its updated refinement, broader feature set, and strong safety credentials, the 2026 is the better default choice. If your priority is value and you find a well-kept 2025 at a meaningfully lower price, that older model is the smarter path for price-sensitive buyers.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 4, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.