Kia Sorento vs Kia Sorento Hybrid

2022 Kia Sorento
2022 Kia Sorento
$29,590MSRP
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2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid
2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid
$33,590MSRP
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$29,590MSRP
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2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid
$33,590MSRP
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Overview

MSRP

$29,590

MSRP

$33,590

Listings

628

Listings

52

Ratings & Reviews

User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

8.7 out of 10

Expert reviews

7.8 out of 10

Pros

  • Stylish design

  • Fun to drive

  • Great warranty

Cons

  • Underwhelming base engine

  • Cramped third row

  • Poor voice recognition system

Pros

  • Fuel-efficient

  • Stylish design

  • Impressive technology

Cons

  • All-wheel drive not available

  • Noisy

  • Cramped third row

Reviews Summary

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.

Reviews 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.
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Popular Features & Specs

Engine

2.5L 191 hp I4

Engine

1.6L 227 hp I4 Hybrid

Drive Train

FWD

Drive Train

FWD

Seating Capacity

7

Seating Capacity

6

Horsepower

191 hp @ 6100 rpm

Horsepower

EV Battery Capacity

EV Battery Capacity

1.6 kWh

MPG City

24

MPG City

39

MPG Highway

29

MPG Highway

35
2022 Kia Sorento
2022 Kia Sorento
$29,590MSRP
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2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid
2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid
$33,590MSRP
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2022 Kia Sorento
$29,590MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid
$33,590MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now

Overview

MSRP
$29,590
$33,590
Listings

Ratings & Reviews

User reviews

4.6

5.0

Expert reviews

8.7 out of 10

Read full review

7.8 out of 10

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Pros & cons

Pros

  • Stylish design

  • Fun to drive

  • Great warranty

Cons

  • Underwhelming base engine

  • Cramped third row

  • Poor voice recognition system

Pros

  • Fuel-efficient

  • Stylish design

  • Impressive technology

Cons

  • All-wheel drive not available

  • Noisy

  • Cramped third row

Summary

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.

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
2.5L 191 hp I4
1.6L 227 hp I4 Hybrid
Drive Train
FWD
FWD
Seating Capacity
7
6
Horsepower
191 hp @ 6100 rpm
EV Battery Capacity
1.6 kWh
MPG City
24
39
MPG Highway
29
35

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