BMW X5 vs Kia Sorento Hybrid
Overview | |
MSRP$59,400 | MSRP$33,590 |
Listings1149 | Listings58 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryThe BMW X5 was fully redesigned for the 2019 model year. In 2020, high-performance models were added to the mix and for 2021, the SUV’s second-generation plug-in hybrid variant joins the family. All feature similar body design and utility, including a large cargo area. | |
Reviews SummaryBeing fuel-efficient and stylish are just two of the 2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid’s positive attributes. The fresh three-row offering from Kia has something its three-row Telluride doesn’t: a hybrid option. The Sorento Hybrid is more capable than before, but some design decisions have left us questioning if it’s better to just go with the tried and true Toyota Highlander Hybrid instead. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.0L 335 hp I6 | Engine1.6L 227 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity6 |
Horsepower335 hp @ 5500 rpm | Horsepower |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.6 kWh |
MPG City21 | MPG City39 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway35 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.0L 335 hp I6 | Engine Name1.6L 227 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque330 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower335 hp @ 5500 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.6 kWh |
MPG City21 | MPG City39 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway35 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity6 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space33.9 cu ft | Cargo Space12.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight4828 lbs | Curb Weight3979 lbs |
Height68.7 in | Height66.7 in |
Length194.3 in | Length189.4 in |
Width87.3 in | Width74.8 in |
Wheelbase117.1 in | Wheelbase110.6 in |
Maximum Payload974 lbs | Maximum Payload1598 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity7209 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $59,400 | $33,590 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.0 out of 10Read full review | 7.8 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | The BMW X5 was fully redesigned for the 2019 model year. In 2020, high-performance models were added to the mix and for 2021, the SUV’s second-generation plug-in hybrid variant joins the family. All feature similar body design and utility, including a large cargo area. | Being fuel-efficient and stylish are just two of the 2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid’s positive attributes. The fresh three-row offering from Kia has something its three-row Telluride doesn’t: a hybrid option. The Sorento Hybrid is more capable than before, but some design decisions have left us questioning if it’s better to just go with the tried and true Toyota Highlander Hybrid instead. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.0L 335 hp I6 | 1.6L 227 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive Train | RWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 6 |
Horsepower | 335 hp @ 5500 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 1.6 kWh | |
MPG City | 21 | 39 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 35 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.0L 335 hp I6 | 1.6L 227 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque | 330 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | |
Horsepower | 335 hp @ 5500 rpm | |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 1.6 kWh | |
MPG City | 21 | 39 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 35 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 6 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 33.9 cu ft | 12.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4828 lbs | 3979 lbs |
Height | 68.7 in | 66.7 in |
Length | 194.3 in | 189.4 in |
Width | 87.3 in | 74.8 in |
Wheelbase | 117.1 in | 110.6 in |
Maximum Payload | 974 lbs | 1598 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 7209 lbs | |

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