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Sorento

HybridICE SUV On Sale
From
$33,635
USA, Jul 2026

The facelifted fourth-generation Kia Sorento is a three-row midsize SUV offered with naturally aspirated, turbo, diesel, hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains up to 281 hp, priced from around $33,635 in the US.

Specs
191hp
Power
FWD
Drive
Overview

The fourth-generation Kia Sorento, in production since 2020, received a facelift for the 2024 model year with revised styling and an updated interior. It is a three-row midsize SUV measuring 4,810 mm long on a 2,815 mm wheelbase, seating up to eight depending on the second-row layout.

The US range opens with a 191 hp 2.5-litre naturally aspirated engine on the base trim, while other markets offer a 180 hp version of the same displacement or a 272 hp 3.5-litre V6. A 281 hp 2.5-litre turbo with an 8-speed dual-clutch transmission and all-wheel drive tops the petrol lineup, reaching 100 km/h in about 7.4 seconds. Europe also gets a 202 hp 2.2-litre turbodiesel. Electrified options pair a 1.6-litre turbo engine with a hybrid system for 227 hp, or with a 13.8 kWh battery for a 265 hp plug-in hybrid offering some electric-only range; both use a 6-speed automatic and all-wheel drive.

Inside, the Sorento carries Kia’s dual-screen dashboard layout, with a household-style rotary drive selector on the centre console freeing up storage space. Driver-assistance features include highway driving assist and a blind-spot camera view in the instrument cluster.

US pricing starts from around $33,635 for the base LX trim with the 191 hp engine; the turbocharged and hybrid variants sit higher in the range depending on trim.

Specs
General
Body type Midsize SUV
Dimensions 4810x1900x1700
2.5 Smartstream GDi (US base)
Power 191 hp
Torque 245 Nm
Drivetrain FWD
Price from $33,635
2.5 Smartstream MPi
Power 180 hp
Torque 232 Nm
Drivetrain FWD
Price from $33,635
2.5 Smartstream T-GDi
Power 281 hp
Torque 421 Nm
0–100 7.4 s
Drivetrain AWD
Price from $33,635
3.5 Smartstream MPi (Korea/export)
Power 272 hp
Torque 331 Nm
Drivetrain FWD
Price from $33,635
2.2 CRDi diesel (Europe)
Power 202 hp
Torque 441 Nm
Drivetrain AWD
Price from $33,635

Prices: USA, Jul 2026.

Frequently asked questions
How much does the Kia Sorento cost?
The Kia Sorento starts from $33,635 (USA, Jul 2026).
How powerful is the Kia Sorento?
The Kia Sorento produces up to 191 hp.
What type of car is the Kia Sorento?
The Kia Sorento is a Midsize SUV.
How many rows does the Sorento seat?
The Sorento is a three-row SUV, seating up to seven or eight depending on the second-row configuration (bench or captain's chairs).
What's the difference between the Sorento hybrid and plug-in hybrid?
Both pair a 1.6-litre turbo engine with the same basic hybrid system; the plug-in hybrid adds a larger 13.8 kWh battery for an electric-only driving range and a higher 265 hp output versus 227 hp on the regular hybrid.
Is the Sorento related to the Hyundai Santa Fe?
Yes, both are midsize three-row SUVs built by Hyundai Motor Group sharing underlying platform engineering, though each has its own body, interior and tuning.

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