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 $31,952, and its year-round low is $28,263.18. That gives you a useful snapshot of what this model is trading for overall, with recent model years sitting above the lower end of the range. 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 across the full lineup. The all-generations owner rating is 4.8/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise its efficiency, spacious interior, and family-friendly practicality, along with the useful electric range for daily commuting. Reviewers also highlight the standard features and the model’s easy-to-live-with character.

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

The main trade-offs center on value, fuel economy, and the feel of the driver-assistance systems in the newest tested model year.

26.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid models reliable?

Owners consistently praise the Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid for its efficiency, spacious cabin, and practical everyday usability. Expert commentary also points to a well-rounded family SUV character with strong comfort and useful standard features.

• 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 well-kept examples and review maintenance history carefully.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is excellent at 91.5% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Highway Driving Assist 2, active blind-spot collision avoidance with a camera-based Blind-Spot View Monitor system, side parking sensors, automatic rear braking at low speeds
• Infotainment: new 24-inch panoramic display with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Fuel efficiency: 31 miles of driving range, 29.8 mpg, 33 mpg in combined driving, 12.4 gallons

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

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

• EX: The value-oriented choice, with standard all-wheel drive and the core plug-in hybrid setup; it also can be upgraded with a panoramic sunroof and LED interior lighting.
• SX Prestige: The fully loaded trim adds a 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.

Higher-listing model years usually give you more shopping choice, which can make it easier to compare prices, colors, and equipment. They also tend to be the easiest place to find a used example that fits your budget and feature priorities.

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

Prices are moving lower for both model years, which can work in your favor if you’re shopping used. The larger drop suggests stronger downward movement in one recent year, while the other also shows a meaningful decline. That kind of movement can create better entry points for buyers who want a newer plug-in hybrid SUV at a lower asking price.

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 −13.91% versus a year ago, and the 2022 model is at −9.83%.
• Deal availability: The 2023 model has 24.2% good and great deals, and the 2022 model has 25.4%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2023 model has the most listings at a current average price of $32,756. The Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid offers a practical three-row layout that makes it easy to live with for family duty and daily commuting.

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 2027 inventory to mature.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 28, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.