Kia Sportage Hybrid Plug-In vs Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid
Overview | |
Years produced2022-Present | Years produced2023-Present |
MSRP$47,990 | MSRP$38,690 |
Listings1073 | Listings2419 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryThe 2025 Sorento Plug-in Hybrid provides an estimated 31 miles of electric range, enough to cover part or all of a typical commute. That’s also plenty for local errand-running and kid-schlepping. Then, when you need to travel longer distances, a gas engine keeps the party going. And this year, Kia’s midsize three-row PHEV gets a refresh with revised styling, new technology, and more. So, we put it to the test in the Los Angeles suburbs and on a family road trip. Verdict: Except for its lofty price and lousy value equation, the 2025 Kia Sorento Plug-in Hybrid has few faults. Some of the technology causes aggravation, and we discovered the driver’s seat isn’t comfortable after hours on the road. Otherwise, this PHEV is stylish, practical, and easy to live with. | |
Reviews SummaryHow do they do it? They’re like a typical hybrid (think Toyota Prius) but with a larger battery and electric drive motor to tackle a typical commute running on nothing but electricity. Go farther, and they burn gasoline. Plug in to recharge the battery each night, and you might spend far less on gas. These qualities mean plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) can offer the best of both worlds. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.6L 261 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine1.6L 261 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity6 | Seating Capacity5 |
EV Battery Capacity13.6 kWh | EV Battery Capacity13.8 kWh |
MPG City33 | MPG City36 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway35 |
Battery Charge Time (240V)4 hours | Battery Charge Time (240V)2 hours |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.6L 261 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine Name1.6L 261 hp I4 Hybrid |
Battery Charge Time (240V)4 hours | Battery Charge Time (240V)2 hours |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity13.6 kWh | EV Battery Capacity13.8 kWh |
MPG City33 | MPG City36 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway35 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity6 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space12.6 cu ft | Cargo Space34.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight4652 lbs | Curb Weight4211 lbs |
Height66.7 in | Height66.9 in |
Length189.4 in | Length183.5 in |
Width74.8 in | Width73.4 in |
Wheelbase110.8 in | Wheelbase108.5 in |
Maximum Payload1190 lbs | Maximum Payload1124 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2022-Present | 2023-Present |
MSRP | $47,990 | $38,690 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.7 out of 10Read full review | 7.2 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | The 2025 Sorento Plug-in Hybrid provides an estimated 31 miles of electric range, enough to cover part or all of a typical commute. That’s also plenty for local errand-running and kid-schlepping. Then, when you need to travel longer distances, a gas engine keeps the party going. And this year, Kia’s midsize three-row PHEV gets a refresh with revised styling, new technology, and more. So, we put it to the test in the Los Angeles suburbs and on a family road trip. Verdict: Except for its lofty price and lousy value equation, the 2025 Kia Sorento Plug-in Hybrid has few faults. Some of the technology causes aggravation, and we discovered the driver’s seat isn’t comfortable after hours on the road. Otherwise, this PHEV is stylish, practical, and easy to live with. | How do they do it? They’re like a typical hybrid (think Toyota Prius) but with a larger battery and electric drive motor to tackle a typical commute running on nothing but electricity. Go farther, and they burn gasoline. Plug in to recharge the battery each night, and you might spend far less on gas. These qualities mean plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) can offer the best of both worlds. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.6L 261 hp I4 Hybrid | 1.6L 261 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive Train | AWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 6 | 5 |
EV Battery Capacity | 13.6 kWh | 13.8 kWh |
MPG City | 33 | 36 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 35 |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 4 hours | 2 hours |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.6L 261 hp I4 Hybrid | 1.6L 261 hp I4 Hybrid |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 4 hours | 2 hours |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 13.6 kWh | 13.8 kWh |
MPG City | 33 | 36 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 35 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 6 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 12.6 cu ft | 34.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4652 lbs | 4211 lbs |
Height | 66.7 in | 66.9 in |
Length | 189.4 in | 183.5 in |
Width | 74.8 in | 73.4 in |
Wheelbase | 110.8 in | 108.5 in |
Maximum Payload | 1190 lbs | 1124 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | 2000 lbs |
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