2021 Chevrolet Traverse vs 2022 Kia Sorento
Overview | |
MSRP$29,800 | MSRP$29,590 |
Average price$29,381 | Average price$29,768 |
Listings1961 | Listings1052 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.7 out of 10 |
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2021 Chevrolet Traverse Reviews SummaryLike a geological core sample, you can chart the evolution of the American family car by looking at the Chevrolet lineup. Go back a few decades and you have tail-finned and wood-paneled station wagons, then Lumina APV “Dustbuster” minivans. Today, you have the 2021 Chevrolet Traverse. The Traverse is a three-row crossover of the type that has largely eliminated the minivan from showrooms. As the new default choice for larger families, the three-row crossover has spawned a competitive market segment, encompassing the Ford Explorer, Honda Pilot, Hyundai Palisade, Kia Telluride, Mazda CX-9, Nissan Pathfinder, Subaru Ascent, Toyota Highlander, and Volkswagen Atlas. So buyers aren’t exactly lacking in choices here. The current-generation Traverse dates back to the 2018 model year, so it’s not the newest vehicle in the segment, but still fairly fresh. Chevy had some updates planned for the 2021 model year—including minor styling changes and wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto connectivity—but they’ve been pushed to 2022. However, these changes don’t appear significant enough to justify waiting around for the 2022 Traverse, which is scheduled to reach dealerships later this year. For 2021, the Traverse is available in L, LS, LT Cloth, LT Leather, RS, Premier, and High Country trim levels, with standard front-wheel drive (FWD) or optional all-wheel drive (AWD). Our test car was an AWD Traverse RS model. | |
2022 Kia Sorento Reviews SummaryKia redesigned the popular Sorento last model year and for 2022 the midsize, three-row crossover SUV gets a few changes. For starters, the appealing X-Line package is now available with S and EX trim in addition to the SX Prestige. All 2022 Kia Sorento models except for the base LX trim now have a standard 10.25-inch infotainment system with navigation and UVO connected services. Additionally, the top-of-the-line SX Prestige adds a more comfortable driver’s seat and heated second-row captain’s chairs as standard equipment. The big news, however, pertains to a new all-wheel-drive option for the efficient Sorento Hybrid and the debut of the Sorento Plug-in Hybrid, which can travel 32 miles on electricity before switching to gas-electric hybrid propulsion and returning 34 mpg in combined driving. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.6L 310 hp V6 | Engine2.5L 191 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower310 hp @ 6800 rpm | Horsepower191 hp @ 6100 rpm |
MPG City18 | MPG City24 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway29 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.6L 310 hp V6 | Engine Name2.5L 191 hp I4 |
Torque266 lb-ft @ 2800 rpm | Torque181 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower310 hp @ 6800 rpm | Horsepower191 hp @ 6100 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City18 | MPG City24 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway29 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity7 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space23.0 cu ft | Cargo Space12.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight4362 lbs | Curb Weight3714 lbs |
Height70.7 in | Height66.7 in |
Length204.3 in | Length189.0 in |
Width78.6 in | Width74.8 in |
Wheelbase120.9 in | Wheelbase110.8 in |
Maximum Payload1798 lbs | Maximum Payload1642 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $29,800 | $29,590 |
Average price | $29,381 | $29,768 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 5.0 | 4.8 |
Expert reviews | 6.7 out of 10Read full review | 8.7 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Like a geological core sample, you can chart the evolution of the American family car by looking at the Chevrolet lineup. Go back a few decades and you have tail-finned and wood-paneled station wagons, then Lumina APV “Dustbuster” minivans. Today, you have the 2021 Chevrolet Traverse. The Traverse is a three-row crossover of the type that has largely eliminated the minivan from showrooms. As the new default choice for larger families, the three-row crossover has spawned a competitive market segment, encompassing the Ford Explorer, Honda Pilot, Hyundai Palisade, Kia Telluride, Mazda CX-9, Nissan Pathfinder, Subaru Ascent, Toyota Highlander, and Volkswagen Atlas. So buyers aren’t exactly lacking in choices here. The current-generation Traverse dates back to the 2018 model year, so it’s not the newest vehicle in the segment, but still fairly fresh. Chevy had some updates planned for the 2021 model year—including minor styling changes and wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto connectivity—but they’ve been pushed to 2022. However, these changes don’t appear significant enough to justify waiting around for the 2022 Traverse, which is scheduled to reach dealerships later this year. For 2021, the Traverse is available in L, LS, LT Cloth, LT Leather, RS, Premier, and High Country trim levels, with standard front-wheel drive (FWD) or optional all-wheel drive (AWD). Our test car was an AWD Traverse RS model. | Kia redesigned the popular Sorento last model year and for 2022 the midsize, three-row crossover SUV gets a few changes. For starters, the appealing X-Line package is now available with S and EX trim in addition to the SX Prestige. All 2022 Kia Sorento models except for the base LX trim now have a standard 10.25-inch infotainment system with navigation and UVO connected services. Additionally, the top-of-the-line SX Prestige adds a more comfortable driver’s seat and heated second-row captain’s chairs as standard equipment. The big news, however, pertains to a new all-wheel-drive option for the efficient Sorento Hybrid and the debut of the Sorento Plug-in Hybrid, which can travel 32 miles on electricity before switching to gas-electric hybrid propulsion and returning 34 mpg in combined driving. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.6L 310 hp V6 | 2.5L 191 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 8 | 7 |
Horsepower | 310 hp @ 6800 rpm | 191 hp @ 6100 rpm |
MPG City | 18 | 24 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 29 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.6L 310 hp V6 | 2.5L 191 hp I4 |
Torque | 266 lb-ft @ 2800 rpm | 181 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower | 310 hp @ 6800 rpm | 191 hp @ 6100 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 18 | 24 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 29 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 8 | 7 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 23.0 cu ft | 12.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4362 lbs | 3714 lbs |
Height | 70.7 in | 66.7 in |
Length | 204.3 in | 189.0 in |
Width | 78.6 in | 74.8 in |
Wheelbase | 120.9 in | 110.8 in |
Maximum Payload | 1798 lbs | 1642 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | |
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