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Kia Sorento

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.

From
$33,635
USA, Jul 2026
On Sale
Specs
Power
191hp
Drive
FWD
Torque
245Nm
Length
4,810mm

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.

Specifications

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General

Body type Midsize SUV
Dimensions 4810x1900x1700
2.5 Smartstream GDi (US base)2.5 Smartstream MPi2.5 Smartstream T-GDi3.5 Smartstream MPi (Korea/export)2.2 CRDi diesel (Europe)
Power191 hp180 hp281 hp272 hp202 hp
Torque245 Nm232 Nm421 Nm331 Nm441 Nm
0–100--7.4 s--
DrivetrainFWDFWDAWDFWDAWD

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 281 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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