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2012 Kia Sorento
SUV · 2010–2026 · Sorento, Sorento Hybrid, Sorento Plug-In Hybrid
Which year to buy
Best bet2021Fewest serious problems: 0.3× usual
Newest we'd buy2025The latest year rated a good buy
AvoidNoneNo year stands out as bad
Be careful2011–2014, 2016–2017More problems; check the recalls were done
Too new to judge: 2026. Give a new year a year or two of owner reports.
Bar height: serious owner complaints to NHTSA for that year per car on the road, against this model's usual year.
2012CAREFULSerious complaints 1.5× usual, mostly engine and air bags Extended coverage
747 serious complaints of 880, the most about engine (461) and air bags (81); per car on the road, 1.5× this model's usual year. 5 recalls. NHTSA investigation EA21003: engine fires. NHTSA investigation RQ17003: scope and timeliness.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2012 kia sorento. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled with the check engine and oil warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was diagnosed by an independent mechanic and the contact was informed that the rod bearing was worn needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired.”
An owner's complaint to NHTSA about the engine, Apr 2021
“The contact owns a 2012 kia sorento. The contact stated that the air bag warning indicator was illuminated for approximately two months, which was a safety concern.”
An owner's complaint to NHTSA about the air bags, May 2018
Fixes and extended coverage
- Extended coverage This warranty extension addresses failures of the driver’s front airbag clock spring, as well as the diagnosis of any concerns related to the airbag warning light. Kia is extending the warranty coverage for the driver’s front airbag clock spring assembly on the 2011-2015 MY Sorento vehicles,… (TSB ELE108, Dec 2024)
- Extended coverage This warranty extension addresses failures of the drivers front airbag clock spring as reported by some vehicle owners, as well as the diagnosis of any concerns related to the airbag warning light. Is extending the warranty coverage for the drivers front airbag clock spring assembly on 2011-2015… (WTY003DEALERP, Jun 2016)
- Extended coverage Kias system is designed to illuminate the airbag warning light when electrical resistance increases, which can be contributed to by usage patterns and environmental conditions. Is extending the warranty coverage for the drivers front airbag clock spring assembly on the 2011-2015 my sorento… (WTY003DEALERPSM, Jun 2016)
- Extended coverage Dealer parts and service manager memo: wty008 - 2012-2014 my sorento 2.4l gdi engine - effective immediately, kia motors america, inc. Has extended the warranty coverage of the kia new vehicle limited warranty for the short block assembly (engine block, crankshaft and bearings, connecting rods and… (WTY008DEALERPSM, Aug 2016)
- Extended coverage Request for reimbursement form: wty008 - 2012-2014 my sorento 2.4l gdi engine warranty extension program - if you have paid to have your engine repaired/replaced due to connecting rod failure, you may be eligible for reimbursement for some or all of that expense. (WTY008FORM, Aug 2016)
- Extended coverage Q and a: wty003 - 2011-2015 my sorento drivers front airbag clock spring assembly kia new vehicle limited warranty extension q & a (WTY003QA, Jun 2016)
From the manufacturer's bulletins filed with NHTSA. A dealer can look up whether a car has had the work done or is still covered.
880 owner complaints · 5 recalls (check a car's VIN for open recalls) · EPA combined: 20–24 mpg · NHTSA: 4 of 5 stars · 2012 trims and features
Every Sorento year's verdict →
Verdicts computed from NHTSA owner complaints, defect investigations and recalls. Cars on the road from New York State registrations. (How we judge.) Data checked 2026-10-06.
Trims and features
What changed for 2012
- Trim dropped: Base
- Engine: 2.4L I4 → 2.4L Theta-II GDI (LX, EX)
- Horsepower: 175 hp → 191 hp (LX, EX)
- Torque: 169 lb-ft → 181 lb-ft (LX, EX)
- Curb weight: 3,814 lb → 3,737 lb (LX, EX)
- Engine: 3.5L V6 → 3.5L Lambda-II MPI V6 (EX V6, SX, LX V6)
- Seats: 7 → 5 (LX V6)
- Cargo behind last row: 9.1 cu ft → 37 cu ft (LX V6)
- Climate zones: 2 → 1 (LX V6)
2012 Sorento trims
| EX | EX V6 | LX | LX V6 | SX | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||||
| Starting MSRP | from $25,950 | from $27,950 | from $23,150 | from $24,950 | from $33,150 |
| Powertrain | |||||
| Engine | 2.4L Theta-II GDI | 3.5L Lambda-II MPI V6 | AWD 2.4L GDI I4: 2.4L Theta-II GDI AWD 2.4L MPI I4: 2.4L Theta-II MPI FWD 2.4L MPI I4: 2.4L Theta-II MPI | 3.5L Lambda-II MPI V6 | 3.5L Lambda-II MPI V6 |
| Horsepower | 191 hp | 276 hp | AWD 2.4L GDI I4: 191 hp AWD 2.4L MPI I4: 175 hp FWD 2.4L MPI I4: 175 hp | 276 hp | 276 hp |
| Torque | 181 lb-ft | 248 lb-ft | AWD 2.4L GDI I4: 181 lb-ft AWD 2.4L MPI I4: 169 lb-ft FWD 2.4L MPI I4: 169 lb-ft | 248 lb-ft | 248 lb-ft |
| Transmission | Sportmatic | Sportmatic | Sportmatic | Sportmatic | Sportmatic |
| Gears | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD / FWD | AWD / FWD | AWD 2.4L GDI I4 / FWD 2.4L GDI I4 / AWD 2.4L MPI I4 / FWD 2.4L MPI I4 | AWD / FWD | AWD / FWD |
| Size and capability | |||||
| Seats | 5 + option | 7 | 5 + option | 5 + option | 7 |
| Max towing | 1,650 lb | 3,500 lb | 1,650 lb | 3,500 lb | 3,500 lb |
| Cargo behind last row | 37 cu ft + option | 9.1 cu ft | 37 cu ft + option | 37 cu ft + option | 9.1 cu ft |
| Max cargo | 72.5 cu ft | 72.5 cu ft | 72.5 cu ft | 72.5 cu ft | 72.5 cu ft |
| Third-row legroom | Optional | 31.3 in | Optional | Optional | 31.3 in |
| Ground clearance | 7.5 in | 7.5 in | 7.5 in | 7.5 in | 7.5 in |
| Length | 183.9 in | 183.9 in | 183.9 in | 183.9 in | 183.9 in |
| Curb weight | AWD: 3,737 lb FWD: 3,605 lb | AWD: 3,935 lb FWD: 3,781 lb | AWD 2.4L GDI I4: 3,737 lb FWD 2.4L GDI I4: 3,605 lb FWD 2.4L MPI I4: 3,605 lb | AWD: 3,935 lb FWD: 3,781 lb | AWD: 3,935 lb FWD: 3,781 lb |
| Tech | |||||
| Touchscreen | 4.3 in | 4.3 in | — | — | — |
| Apple CarPlay | Optional | Optional | — | — | — |
| Android Auto | Optional | Optional | — | — | — |
| Audio | Optional | Optional | — | — | Infinity |
| Speakers | Optional | Optional | — | — | 10 |
| Driver assistance | |||||
| Parking sensors | Rear | Rear | — | Optional | Rear |
| Comfort | |||||
| Seats | Optional | Optional | Cloth | Cloth | Leather |
| Heated seats | Optional | Optional | AWD 2.4L GDI I4: Front AWD 2.4L MPI I4: — FWD 2.4L MPI I4: — | Optional | Front |
| Ventilated seats | — | — | — | — | Front |
| Driver seat memory | — | — | — | — | Driver Seat |
| Climate zones | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Second row | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench |
| Exterior | |||||
| Sunroof | — | Optional | — | — | Optional |
| Wheels | 18 in | 18 in | 17 in | 18 in | 18 in |
Packages and options (25)
| EX | EX V6 | LX | LX V6 | SX | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX V6 Convenience Package | — | — | — | Optional | — |
| Limited Package $2,000 | — | Optional | — | — | — |
| Panoramic Sunroof | — | Optional | — | — | Optional |
| Premium Package | — | Optional | — | — | — |
| Premium Plus Package $3,800 | Optional | — | — | — | — |
| 50 / 50 Split-Folding Third-Row Seats | Optional | — | Optional | Optional | — |
| LX 2.4L Convenience Package | — | — | Optional | — | — |
| Bright Silver | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Dark Cherry | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Ebony Black | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Java Brown | Optional | Optional | — | — | — |
| Pacific Blue | — | — | Optional | Optional | — |
| Snow White | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Titanium Silver | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Tuscan Olive | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | — |
| White Sand | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | — |
| Beige Cloth | — | — | Optional | Optional | — |
| Beige Cloth / Leatherette | Optional | Optional | — | — | — |
| Beige Leather | Optional | Optional | — | — | — |
| Black Cloth | — | — | Optional | Optional | — |
| Black Cloth / Leatherette | Optional | Optional | — | — | — |
| Black Dove Leather | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| Black Leather | Optional | Optional | — | — | Optional |
| Gray Cloth | — | — | Optional | Optional | — |
| Mocha Leather | — | Optional | — | — | — |
Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Oem order guide, Oem brochure, Nhtsa vin decode. Still partial for this year: model, trims, powertrain, fuel economy, chassis, dimensions, exterior, interior, infotainment, safety, warranty, options, option rules, vin decode. "Optional" means a package or option adds it; hover for which.
Year by year
| Year | Engines | Drive | Fuel economy | Crash rating | Recalls | Owner complaints | Most-reported problem | CarPlay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo hybrid 1.6L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid 2.5L 4-cyl 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | AWD, FWD | 23–37 mpg | 5 of 5 | 2 | 6 | Engine (2) | — |
| 2025 | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo hybrid 1.6L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid 2.5L 4-cyl 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | AWD, FWD | 23–36 mpg | 5 of 5 | 3 | 130 | Engine (42) | Yes |
| 2024 | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo hybrid 1.6L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid 2.5L 4-cyl 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | AWD, FWD | 23–37 mpg | 5 of 5 | 2 | 49 | Electrical system (12) | Yes |
| 2023 | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo hybrid, 177 hp 1.6L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid, 177 hp 2.5L 4-cyl 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | AWD, FWD | 24–37 mpg | 4 of 5 | 4 | 159 | Electrical system (47) | Yes |
| 2022 | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo hybrid, 177 hp 1.6L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid, 177 hp 2.5L 4-cyl 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | AWD, FWD | 24–37 mpg | 4 of 5 | 8 | 223 | Power train (75) | Yes |
| 2021 | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo hybrid, 177 hp 2.5L 4-cyl 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | AWD, FWD | 24–37 mpg | 4 of 5 | 5 | 41 | Power train (17) | Yes |
| 2020 | 2.4L 4-cyl, 185 hp 3.3L 6-cyl, 290 hp | AWD, FWD | 20–25 mpg | 5 of 5 | 1 | 136 | Engine (65) | Yes |
| 2019 | 2.4L 4-cyl, 185 hp 3.3L 6-cyl, 290 hp | AWD, FWD | 21–25 mpg | 5 of 5 | 2 | 428 | Engine (156) | Yes |
| 2018 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 240 hp 2.4L 4-cyl, 185 hp 3.3L 6-cyl, 290 hp | AWD, FWD | 19–24 mpg | 5 of 5 | 3 | 254 | Engine (106) | Yes |
| 2017 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 240 hp 2.4L 4-cyl, 185 hp 3.3L 6-cyl, 290 hp | AWD, FWD | 19–24 mpg | 5 of 5 | 4 | 804 | Engine (386) | Yes |
| 2016 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo 2.4L 4-cyl 3.3L 6-cyl | AWD, FWD | 19–24 mpg | 5 of 5 | 8 | 1252 | Engine (695) | No |
| 2015 | 2.4L 4-cyl 3.3L 6-cyl | AWD, FWD | 20–23 mpg | 5 of 5 | 3 | 750 | Engine (360) | No |
| 2014 | 2.4L 4-cyl 3.3L 6-cyl manual available | 4WD, FWD | 20–22 mpg | 5 of 5 | 6 | 987 | Engine (388) | No |
| 2013 | 2.4L 4-cyl 3.5L 6-cyl manual available | 4WD, FWD | 20–24 mpg | 4 of 5 | 5 | 981 | Engine (496) | No |
| 2012 | 2.4L 4-cyl 3.5L 6-cyl manual available | 4WD, FWD | 20–24 mpg | 4 of 5 | 5 | 880 | Engine (461) | No |
| 2011 | 2.4L 4-cyl 3.5L 6-cyl manual available | 4WD, FWD | 20–24 mpg | 4 of 5 | 8 | 1518 | Engine (284) | No |
Owner complaints are unverified reports to NHTSA, counted as filed: older years have had longer to collect them and sales aren't adjusted for, so see Which year to buy for a fair comparison. Most-reported problem: the component named in the most complaints that year. Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Apple.
Which years have…
Wireless Apple CarPlayWireless Android AutoApple CarPlay (wired or wireless)Wireless phone chargingThird row (7+ seats)AWD or 4WDTows 5,000 lb or morePower liftgateHybrid, plug-in hybrid or electricAdaptive cruise with stop and goLane centeringBlind-spot monitoring360-degree cameraHeated front seatsHeated second-row seatsVentilated (cooled) seatsHeated steering wheelLeather seatsRemote startSunroof or moonroofPanoramic roof
Apple lists CarPlay for: Sorento 2017–2025 (Apple).
Every NHTSA-rated version: crash ratings, safety tech, recalls, complaints
| Year | Version | Stars | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | KIA SORENTO HYBRID SUV HEV AWD | 5 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 1 | 1 |
| 2026 | KIA SORENTO HYBRID SUV HEV FWD | 5 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 1 | 1 |
| 2026 | KIA SORENTO SUV N/A AWD | 5 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 2 | 5 |
| 2026 | KIA SORENTO SUV N/A FWD | 5 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 2 | 5 |
| 2026 | KIA SORENTO PHEV SUV PHEV AWD | Not Rated | Standard & Optional | Standard | 1 | 0 |
| 2025 | Kia Sorento SUV AWD | 5 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 3 | 75 |
| 2025 | Kia Sorento SUV FWD | 5 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 3 | 75 |
| 2025 | Kia Sorento Hybrid SUV AWD | 5 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 2 | 43 |
| 2025 | Kia Sorento Hybrid SUV FWD | 5 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 2 | 43 |
| 2025 | Kia Sorento Plug-in Hybrid SUV AWD | Not Rated | Standard & Optional | Standard | 3 | 12 |
| 2024 | Kia Sorento SUV AWD | 5 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 2 | 41 |
| 2024 | Kia Sorento SUV FWD | 5 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 2 | 41 |
| 2024 | Kia Sorento Hybrid SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 0 | 6 |
| 2024 | Kia Sorento Hybrid SUV FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 0 | 6 |
| 2024 | Kia Sorento Plug-in Hybrid SUV AWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 0 | 2 |
| 2023 | Kia Sorento SUV AWD | 4 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 3 | 121 |
| 2023 | Kia Sorento SUV FWD | 4 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 3 | 121 |
| 2023 | Kia Sorento HEV SUV AWD | 4 | Standard | Standard | 2 | 30 |
| 2023 | Kia Sorento HEV SUV FWD | 4 | Standard | Standard | 2 | 30 |
| 2023 | Kia Sorento PHEV SUV AWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 2 | 8 |
| 2022 | Kia Sorento SUV AWD | 4 | Standard | Standard | 6 | 189 |
| 2022 | Kia Sorento SUV FWD | 4 | Standard | Standard | 6 | 189 |
| 2022 | Kia Sorento Hybrid SUV AWD | 4 | No | No | 4 | 12 |
| 2022 | Kia Sorento Hybrid SUV FWD | 4 | Standard | Standard | 4 | 12 |
| 2022 | Kia Sorento Plug-in Hybrid SUV AWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 5 | 22 |
| 2021 | Kia Sorento SUV FWD Later Release | 4 | Standard | Standard | 0 | 20 |
| 2021 | Kia Sorento SUV AWD Later Release | 4 | Standard | Standard | 0 | 20 |
| 2021 | Kia Sorento SUV AWD Early Release | 4 | Standard | Standard | 4 | 250 |
| 2021 | Kia Sorento SUV FWD Early Release | 4 | Standard | Standard | 4 | 250 |
| 2021 | Kia Sorento Hybrid SUV FWD Later Release | 4 | Standard | Standard | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | Kia Sorento Hybrid SUV FWD Early Release | 4 | Standard | Standard | 2 | 21 |
| 2020 | Kia Sorento SUV AWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 1 | 136 |
| 2020 | Kia Sorento SUV FWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 1 | 136 |
| 2019 | Kia Sorento SUV FWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 2 | 428 |
| 2019 | Kia Sorento SUV AWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 2 | 428 |
| 2018 | Kia Sorento SUV AWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 3 | 254 |
| 2018 | Kia Sorento SUV FWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 3 | 254 |
| 2017 | Kia Sorento SUV AWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 4 | 804 |
| 2017 | Kia Sorento SUV FWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 4 | 804 |
| 2016 | Kia Sorento SUV AWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 8 | 1252 |
| 2016 | Kia Sorento SUV FWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 8 | 1252 |
| 2015 | Kia Sorento SUV AWD | 5 | No | No | 3 | 750 |
| 2015 | Kia Sorento SUV FWD | 5 | No | No | 3 | 750 |
| 2014 | Kia Sorento SUV AWD | 5 | No | No | 6 | 987 |
| 2014 | Kia Sorento SUV FWD | 5 | No | No | 6 | 987 |
| 2013 | Kia Sorento SUV AWD | 4 | No | No | 5 | 981 |
| 2013 | Kia Sorento SUV FWD | 4 | No | No | 5 | 981 |
| 2012 | Kia Sorento SUV AWD | 4 | No | No | 5 | 880 |
| 2012 | Kia Sorento SUV FWD | 4 | No | No | 5 | 880 |
| 2011 | Kia Sorento SUV 4WD | 4 | No | No | 8 | 1518 |
| 2011 | Kia Sorento SUV FWD | 4 | No | No | 8 | 1518 |
Source: NHTSA.
Every EPA-rated version: engines and combined mpg
| Year | EPA model | Engines | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Sorento AWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo |
23–25 |
| 2026 | Sorento FWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo |
23–26 |
| 2026 | Sorento Hybrid AWD | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 34 |
| 2026 | Sorento Hybrid FWD | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 37 |
| 2026 | Sorento Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 33 |
| 2025 | Sorento AWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo |
23–25 |
| 2025 | Sorento FWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo |
23–26 |
| 2025 | Sorento Hybrid AWD | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 34 |
| 2025 | Sorento Hybrid FWD | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 36 |
| 2025 | Sorento Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 33 |
| 2024 | Sorento AWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo |
23–25 |
| 2024 | Sorento FWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo |
23–26 |
| 2024 | Sorento Hybrid AWD | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 34 |
| 2024 | Sorento Hybrid FWD | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 37 |
| 2024 | Sorento Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 34 |
| 2023 | Sorento AWD | Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L |
24 |
| 2023 | Sorento FWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo |
25–26 |
| 2023 | Sorento Hybrid AWD | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 34 |
| 2023 | Sorento Hybrid FWD | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 37 |
| 2023 | Sorento Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 34 |
| 2022 | Sorento AWD | Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L |
24 |
| 2022 | Sorento FWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo |
25–26 |
| 2022 | Sorento Hybrid AWD | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 35 |
| 2022 | Sorento Hybrid FWD | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 37 |
| 2022 | Sorento Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 34 |
| 2021 | Sorento AWD | Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L |
24 |
| 2021 | Sorento FWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo |
25–26 |
| 2021 | Sorento Hybrid | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 37 |
| 2020 | Sorento AWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.3 L |
20–23 |
| 2020 | Sorento FWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.3 L |
22–25 |
| 2019 | Sorento AWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.3 L |
21–23 |
| 2019 | Sorento FWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.3 L |
22–25 |
| 2018 | Sorento AWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.3 L |
19–22 |
| 2018 | Sorento FE AWD | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.3 L | 21 |
| 2018 | Sorento FWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.3 L |
20–24 |
| 2017 | Sorento AWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.3 L |
19–22 |
| 2017 | Sorento FE AWD | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.3 L | 21 |
| 2017 | Sorento FWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.3 L |
20–24 |
| 2016 | Sorento AWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.3 L |
19–22 |
| 2016 | Sorento FE AWD | Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.3 L | 21 |
| 2016 | Sorento FWD | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.3 L |
20–24 |
| 2015 | Sorento AWD | Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L Auto 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.3 L |
20–21 |
| 2015 | Sorento FWD | Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L Auto 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.3 L |
21–23 |
| 2014 | Sorento 2WD | Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L Auto 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.3 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L |
21–22 |
| 2014 | Sorento 4WD | Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L Auto 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.3 L |
20–21 |
| 2013 | Sorento 2WD | Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L, SIDI Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L Auto 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.5 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L |
22–24 |
| 2013 | Sorento 4WD | Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L, SIDI Auto 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.5 L |
20–23 |
| 2012 | Sorento 2WD | Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L, SIDI Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L Auto 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.5 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L |
22–24 |
| 2012 | Sorento 4WD | Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L, SIDI Auto 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.5 L |
20–23 |
| 2011 | Sorento 2WD | Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L Auto 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.5 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L |
22–24 |
| 2011 | Sorento 4WD | Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L Auto 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.5 L |
20–23 |
Source: fueleconomy.gov.