Kia Sorento vs Kia EV9
Overview | |
MSRP$31,990 | MSRP$54,900 |
Listings1311 | Listings440 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
Pros
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Reviews SummaryLarger than a typical compact but smaller than many three-row midsize SUVs, the 2025 Sorento is “right-sized” in many respects. In addition, it comes with gasoline, turbocharged gasoline, turbocharged hybrid, and turbocharged plug-in hybrid powertrains. This review covers the turbo-gas version of the SUV, which sees no significant changes following a substantial refresh for 2024. A new grey paint colour is available, and some models get standard black exterior badges in 2025. Verdict: When something isn’t broken, you don’t fix it. That helps explain why the 2025 Kia Sorento is almost exactly the same as last year. However, a problem looms for this family-friendly SUV. In 2025, the Sorento may lose its Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) Top Safety Pick rating. | |
Reviews Summary | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 191 hp I4 | Engine215 hp Electric |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower191 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity76.1 kWh |
MPG City23 | MPG City101 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway76 |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | Battery Charge Time (120V)64 hours |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | Battery Charge Time (240V)6.75 hours |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 191 hp I4 | Engine Name215 hp Electric |
Torque181 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower191 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | Battery Charge Time (120V)64 hours |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | Battery Charge Time (240V)6.75 hours |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity76.1 kWh |
MPG City23 | MPG City101 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway76 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity7 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemOptional |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space12.6 cu ft | Cargo Space20.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight3814 lbs | Curb Weight5106 lbs |
Height66.7 in | Height68.9 in |
Length189.6 in | Length197.2 in |
Width74.8 in | Width77.9 in |
Wheelbase110.8 in | Wheelbase122.0 in |
Maximum Payload1587 lbs | Maximum Payload1309 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $31,990 | $54,900 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.3 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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Summary | Larger than a typical compact but smaller than many three-row midsize SUVs, the 2025 Sorento is “right-sized” in many respects. In addition, it comes with gasoline, turbocharged gasoline, turbocharged hybrid, and turbocharged plug-in hybrid powertrains. This review covers the turbo-gas version of the SUV, which sees no significant changes following a substantial refresh for 2024. A new grey paint colour is available, and some models get standard black exterior badges in 2025. Verdict: When something isn’t broken, you don’t fix it. That helps explain why the 2025 Kia Sorento is almost exactly the same as last year. However, a problem looms for this family-friendly SUV. In 2025, the Sorento may lose its Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) Top Safety Pick rating. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 191 hp I4 | 215 hp Electric |
Drive Train | FWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
Horsepower | 191 hp @ 6100 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 76.1 kWh | |
MPG City | 23 | 101 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 76 |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | 64 hours | |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 6.75 hours | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 191 hp I4 | 215 hp Electric |
Torque | 181 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | |
Horsepower | 191 hp @ 6100 rpm | |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | 64 hours | |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 6.75 hours | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 76.1 kWh | |
MPG City | 23 | 101 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 76 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Optional |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 12.6 cu ft | 20.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3814 lbs | 5106 lbs |
Height | 66.7 in | 68.9 in |
Length | 189.6 in | 197.2 in |
Width | 74.8 in | 77.9 in |
Wheelbase | 110.8 in | 122.0 in |
Maximum Payload | 1587 lbs | 1309 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | 2000 lbs |
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