New Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid for Sale nearChico, CA

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

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

The Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid 's current nationwide average price is $29,826, and its lowest point over the past year was $28,229. Recently, prices have come down for the 2022 and 2023 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid a good car?

Yes — the Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid earns strong marks from owners, and the all-generations user rating backs that up.

The all-generations owner rating is 4.8/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise its impressive gas mileage, spacious interior, and standard features, with efficiency and electric range standing out for daily commuting. The model also comes across as practical for families, and shoppers repeatedly value its roomy cabin and useful everyday versatility.

Expert reviews rate the 2022 and 2023 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs center on value, fuel economy, and driver-assistance refinement, especially in the newest expert-tested model year. Some shoppers will also notice that the price can be hard to justify if you’re focused on payback rather than plug-in capability.

33.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid models reliable?

Owners consistently praise the Sorento Plug-In Hybrid for efficiency, everyday practicality, and a spacious cabin. Expert commentary also points to a well-rounded family SUV character with strong technology and useful electric driving range.

• Owners rate the Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid between 4.75 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk looks manageable if you prioritize routine maintenance and choose a well-kept example with a clean history.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is excellent at 91.3% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

Key things to evaluate:

• Infotainment: the 2025 model’s new 24-inch panoramic display with the Connected Car Navigation Cockpit (ccNC) operating system, wireless Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto.
• Fuel efficiency: 31 miles of driving range, 29.8 mpg, 33 mpg in combined driving, and 12.4 gallons.

Which Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid trim should I buy?

The 2025 Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid offers these trims:

• EX: This trim gives you the Sorento PHEV’s standard AWD setup and is the better-value starting point if you want the plug-in hybrid drivetrain without moving all the way to the top grade.
• SX Prestige: This trim adds the panoramic sunroof, LED interior lighting, nicer interior trim, genuine leather upholstery, aluminum sport pedals, and a larger 12.3-inch digital instrumentation panel.

What Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid do most buyers choose?

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

The highest-volume years tend to draw the most attention because they give you more listings to compare and more chances to find the right price and condition. They also usually represent the broadest mix of trims and deal quality.

What is the Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid 's resale value?

Prices are moving down sharply for both model years, which creates a more favorable setup for used buyers. The declines are double-digit, so the market is clearly softening rather than drifting lower in a subtle way. That can improve your negotiating position if you’re shopping now.

The 2022 and 2023 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid safe?

• 2025: 7/10
• 2023: 8/10
• 2022: 9/10

Kia enhances the 2025 Sorento PHEV with enhanced pedestrian and cyclist detection, intersection turn assistance, and machine learning capability for the adaptive cruise control system.

For the safest used buy, the 2022 model posts the highest confirmed score of 9/10.

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

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2023 model is at −11.1% versus a year ago, and the 2022 model is at −10.04%.
• Deal availability: The 2023 model has 34.2% good and great deals, and the 2022 model has 36.8%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2023 model has the most listings at a current average price of $33,000. The Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid offers a roomy three-row cabin that makes it a practical family SUV.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The Sorento PHEV’s powertrain isn’t like similar setups in other vehicles. It’s better because it uses a torquey turbocharged gasoline engine married to a traditional six-speed automatic transmission. Thanks to its electric motor and turbo engine, the Sorento PHEV delivers a combined 261 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque.
• Tech: The 2025 Sorento PHEV’s new 24-inch panoramic display and next-generation operating system are welcome developments. With improved graphics, an intuitive user experience, faster input response, and support for wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, the technology and presentation exceed standards in the midsize SUV class.
• Safety: Kia enhances the 2025 Sorento PHEV with enhanced pedestrian and cyclist detection, intersection turn assistance, and machine learning capability for the adaptive cruise control system.
• Starting price: Kia offers the Sorento Plug-in Hybrid in EX and SX Prestige trim levels, priced from $47,990 to $53,090, plus a destination charge of $1,375.

If you're buying used today, the 2023 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.

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