Kia Sorento Hybrid vs Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid
Overview | |
Years produced2021-Present | Years produced2022-Present |
MSRP$33,590 | MSRP$47,990 |
Listings4692 | Listings998 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.7 out of 10 |
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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. | |
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. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.6L 227 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine1.6L 261 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity6 | Seating Capacity6 |
EV Battery Capacity1.6 kWh | EV Battery Capacity13.6 kWh |
MPG City39 | MPG City33 |
MPG Highway35 | MPG Highway34 |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | Battery Charge Time (240V)4 hours |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.6L 227 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine Name1.6L 261 hp I4 Hybrid |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | Battery Charge Time (240V)4 hours |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity1.6 kWh | EV Battery Capacity13.6 kWh |
MPG City39 | MPG City33 |
MPG Highway35 | MPG Highway34 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity6 | Seating Capacity6 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space12.6 cu ft | Cargo Space12.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight3979 lbs | Curb Weight4652 lbs |
Height66.7 in | Height66.7 in |
Length189.4 in | Length189.4 in |
Width74.8 in | Width74.8 in |
Wheelbase110.6 in | Wheelbase110.8 in |
Maximum Payload1598 lbs | Maximum Payload1190 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2021-Present | 2022-Present |
MSRP | $33,590 | $47,990 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.8 out of 10Read full review | 6.7 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | 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. | 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. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.6L 227 hp I4 Hybrid | 1.6L 261 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive Train | FWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 6 | 6 |
EV Battery Capacity | 1.6 kWh | 13.6 kWh |
MPG City | 39 | 33 |
MPG Highway | 35 | 34 |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 4 hours | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.6L 227 hp I4 Hybrid | 1.6L 261 hp I4 Hybrid |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 4 hours | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 1.6 kWh | 13.6 kWh |
MPG City | 39 | 33 |
MPG Highway | 35 | 34 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 6 | 6 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 12.6 cu ft | 12.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3979 lbs | 4652 lbs |
Height | 66.7 in | 66.7 in |
Length | 189.4 in | 189.4 in |
Width | 74.8 in | 74.8 in |
Wheelbase | 110.6 in | 110.8 in |
Maximum Payload | 1598 lbs | 1190 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | |
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