Used Kia Sorento Hybrid for Sale nearHickory, NC

How much does the Kia Sorento Hybrid cost in today's market?

Used Kia Sorento Hybrid prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Kia Sorento Hybrid's current nationwide average price is $29,255, and its lowest point over the past year was $28,677.

Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Kia Sorento Hybrid a good car?

Yes — the Kia Sorento Hybrid earns strong owner approval across the full lineup.

The all-generations owner rating is 5/5 across every model year in the data.

Expert reviews rate the 2021 model among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs called out by experts are a noisy powertrain, a cramped third row, and the absence of all-wheel drive.

35.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Kia Sorento Hybrid models reliable?

Owners consistently give the Kia Sorento Hybrid top marks, and expert commentary points to a well-executed cabin, useful technology, and a fuel-efficient hybrid setup. Across the model years in the data, that combination suggests a vehicle that delivers the kind of everyday usability used shoppers tend to value.

• Owners rate the Kia Sorento Hybrid 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk looks manageable if you verify condition, history, and maintenance records before you buy.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 88.2% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: The 2021 Sorento Hybrid EX adds car, pedestrian, and cyclist forward collision avoidance assist and junction collision avoidance assist.
• Infotainment: An 8-inch infotainment touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
• Fuel efficiency: The EPA rates the Sorento Hybrid as achieving 39 mpg in the city, 35 mpg on the highway, and 37 mpg combined.

Which Kia Sorento Hybrid trim should I buy?

The 2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid offers these trims:

• S: This is the value pick, with leatherette seat trim, heated front seats, a 10-way power-adjustable driver’s seat, second-row captain’s chairs, dual-zone automatic climate controls, and a strong standard safety and tech list.
• EX: This trim adds fog lamps, a gloss black grille and rear spoiler, a panoramic sunroof with a power shade, and expanded driver-assistance coverage, making it the better choice if you want the most equipment.

What Kia Sorento Hybrid do most buyers choose?

The Kia Sorento Hybrid years with the most listings are 2024, 2022, and 2023.

Higher-volume years usually give you more shopping choice, which can make it easier to compare prices, trims, and condition across multiple listings.

What is the Kia Sorento Hybrid's resale value?

Prices are down across every model year shown, which is good news if you want to buy used. The steepest drops are on the older and mid-cycle years, while the newest examples are also easing enough to improve value. That pattern gives you several entry points if you want to balance price with newer features.

The 2025, 2023, and 2021 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Kia Sorento Hybrid safe?

• 2021: 8/10

The 2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid includes a broad suite of driver-assistance features, including blind-spot collision avoidance assist, rear cross-traffic alert with assist, adaptive cruise control, forward collision avoidance assist, lane-keep assist, lane departure warning, lane-follow assist, and high-beam assist.

For the safest used buy, the 2021 model posts the highest confirmed score of 8/10.

Should I buy a used Kia Sorento Hybrid now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −5.92% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −11.28%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 33.1% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 34.8%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $29,799. The Kia Sorento Hybrid offers a distinctive three-row layout with stylish design and a well-executed cabin.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The Sorento Hybrid has a turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine paired with a six-speed automatic transmission and electric motor, and the EPA rates it at 39 mpg in the city, 35 mpg on the highway, and 37 mpg combined.
• Tech: Every 2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid gets an 8-inch infotainment touchscreen, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard.
• Safety: The latest model adds car, pedestrian, and cyclist forward collision avoidance assist and junction collision avoidance assist.
• Starting price: The Sorento Hybrid S starts at $33,590.

If you're buying used today, the 2024 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

How does the 2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid compare to the 2022 Toyota Highlander Hybrid?

Expert Pros & Cons (per CarGurus review team)

2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid:

• Pros: Fuel-efficient, Stylish design, Impressive technology.
• Cons: All-wheel drive not available, Noisy, Cramped third row.

2022 Toyota Highlander Hybrid:

• Pros: Fuel-efficient, Comfortable, Excellent value for money.
• Cons: Fairly pedestrian performance, Uninspired styling, Interior materials feel cheap.

Our experts score the 2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid 7.8/10 and the 2022 Toyota Highlander Hybrid 6/10. The Sorento Hybrid stands out for its style and technology, while the Highlander Hybrid leans into comfort and value. The Highlander Hybrid brings a more powerful hybrid setup and available AWD, but the Sorento Hybrid delivers a lower used price and a more distinctive design.

Read our full side-by-side expert comparison here.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 3, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.