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2020 Kia Sorento
SUV · 2015–2026 · Sorento, Sorento Hybrid, Sorento Plug-In Hybrid
Trims and features
What changed for 2020
- Starting prices: −$100 to +$700 (5 trims; hover for each)
- Trim dropped: EX Sport
- Trim dropped: SX Limited
- Fuel economy (combined): 21 mpg → 20 mpg (EX, SX, S)
- Blind-spot monitoring: Blind Spot Alert → Blind Spot Intervention (EX, SX)
- Rear cross-traffic: Rear Cross-Traffic Alert → Rear Cross-Traffic with Automatic Braking (EX, SX)
- Wheels: 18 in → 19 in (EX)
2020 Sorento trims
| EX | L | LX | S | SX | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||||
| Starting MSRP | from $35,490 | $26,990 | from $28,090 | from $33,190 | from $40,090 |
| Powertrain | |||||
| Engine | 3.3L Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) V6 | 2.4L Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) 4-Cylinder | 2.4L I4 AWD: 2.4L Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) 4-Cylinder 3.3L V6 AWD: 3.3L Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) V6 3.3L V6 FWD: 3.3L Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) V6 | 3.3L Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) V6 | 3.3L Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) V6 |
| Horsepower | 290 hp | 185 hp | 2.4L I4 AWD: 185 hp 3.3L V6 AWD: 290 hp 3.3L V6 FWD: 290 hp | 290 hp | 290 hp |
| Torque | 252 lb-ft | 178 lb-ft | 2.4L I4 AWD: 178 lb-ft 3.3L V6 AWD: 252 lb-ft 3.3L V6 FWD: 252 lb-ft | 252 lb-ft | 252 lb-ft |
| Transmission | Sportmatic | Sportmatic | Sportmatic | Sportmatic | Sportmatic |
| Gears | 8 | 6 | 2.4L I4 AWD: 6 3.3L V6 AWD: 8 3.3L V6 FWD: 8 | 8 | 8 |
| Drivetrain | AWD / FWD | Fwd | 2.4L I4 AWD / 2.4L I4 FWD / 3.3L V6 AWD / 3.3L V6 FWD | AWD / FWD | AWD / FWD |
| Fuel economy (combined) | AWD: 20 mpg FWD: 22 mpg | 25 mpg | 2.4L I4 AWD: 23 mpg 2.4L I4 FWD: 25 mpg 3.3L V6 AWD: 20 mpg 3.3L V6 FWD: 22 mpg | AWD: 20 mpg FWD: 22 mpg | AWD: 20 mpg FWD: 22 mpg |
| Size and capability | |||||
| Seats | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Max towing | AWD: 5,000 lb FWD: 3,500 lb | 2,000 lb | 2.4L I4 AWD: 2,000 lb 3.3L V6 AWD: 5,000 lb 3.3L V6 FWD: 3,500 lb | AWD: 5,000 lb FWD: 3,500 lb | AWD: 5,000 lb FWD: 3,500 lb |
| Cargo behind last row | 11.3 cu ft | 11.3 cu ft | 11.3 cu ft | 11.3 cu ft | 11.3 cu ft |
| Max cargo | 73 cu ft | 73 cu ft | 73 cu ft | 73 cu ft | 73 cu ft |
| Third-row legroom | 31.7 in | 31.7 in | 31.7 in | 31.7 in | 31.7 in |
| Ground clearance | 7.3 in | 7.3 in | 7.3 in | 7.3 in | 7.3 in |
| Length | 189 in | 189 in | 189 in | 189 in | 189 in |
| Curb weight | AWD: 4,101 lb FWD: 3,968 lb | 3,810 lb | 2.4L I4 AWD: 3,953 lb 2.4L I4 FWD: 3,810 lb 3.3L V6 AWD: 4,101 lb 3.3L V6 FWD: 3,968 lb | AWD: 4,101 lb FWD: 3,968 lb | AWD: 4,101 lb FWD: 3,968 lb |
| Tech | |||||
| Touchscreen | 7 in | 7 in | 7 in | 7 in | 8 in |
| Apple CarPlay | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired |
| Android Auto | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired |
| Audio | — | — | — | — | AWD: Harman Kardon FWD: — |
| Speakers | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 10 |
| Driver assistance | |||||
| Blind-spot monitoring | Blind Spot Intervention | — | — | Blind Spot Alert | Blind Spot Intervention |
| Automatic emergency braking | AEB with Pedestrian Detection | — | Optional | Automatic Emergency Braking | AEB with Pedestrian Detection |
| Rear cross-traffic | Rear Cross-Traffic with Automatic Braking | — | — | — | Rear Cross-Traffic with Automatic Braking |
| 360-degree camera | — | — | — | — | Surround View Camera |
| Parking sensors | — | — | — | Rear | Front, Rear |
| Comfort | |||||
| Seats | Leather | Cloth | Cloth | Cloth | Leather |
| Heated seats | Front | — | Optional | Front | Front |
| Climate zones | 2 | — | Optional | 2 | 2 |
| Remote start | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Second row | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench |
| Exterior | |||||
| Sunroof | Panoramic Moonroof | — | — | — | Panoramic Moonroof |
| Wheels | 19 in | 17 in | 17 in + option | 19 in | 19 in |
| Headlights | Halogen | Halogen | Halogen | Halogen | Halogen |
Packages and options (32)
| EX | L | LX | S | SX | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LED Lighting Package $850 | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| LX I4 Convenience Package $2,000 | — | — | Optional | — | — |
| LX V6 Wheel and Tire Upgrade $150 | — | — | Optional | — | — |
| Walk-In Package | — | — | Optional | — | — |
| Mud Guards $115 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Puddle Lights $240 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Rear Bumper Appliqué $75 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | — |
| Side Step Bars $495 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Tow Hitch $395 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Washer Heater $250 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Wheel Locks $60 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Cover $150 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Carpeted Cargo Mat with Seatback Up Protection $115 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Net $50 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Net (Floor) $50 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Carpeted Floor Mats $195 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror with Compass and HomeLink $350 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | — |
| Illuminated Scuff Plates $250 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Interior Lighting $450 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Remote Start $425 | — | Optional | Optional | — | — |
| Remote Start (Push-Button Start) $425 | Optional | — | — | Optional | Optional |
| Dragon Brown | Optional | — | Optional | — | — |
| Ebony Black | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Everlasting Silver | — | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Gravity Gray | Optional | — | Optional | Optional | — |
| Imperial Blue | Optional | — | Optional | Optional | — |
| Passion Red $395 | Optional | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Sangria | — | — | Optional | Optional | — |
| Snow White $395 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Sparkling Silver | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | — |
| Black | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Mahogany Leather | — | — | — | — | Optional |
Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Other, Other, Other, 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 | Collision warning | 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 | 4 | 6 | Some versions | — |
| 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 | 8 | 130 | Some versions | 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 | Some versions | 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 | 7 | 159 | Some versions | 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 | 15 | 223 | Some versions | 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 | 6 | 291 | Standard | Yes |
| 2020 | 2.4L 4-cyl, 185 hp 3.3L 6-cyl, 290 hp | AWD, FWD | 20–25 mpg | 5 of 5 | 1 | 136 | Optional | Yes |
| 2019 | 2.4L 4-cyl, 185 hp 3.3L 6-cyl, 290 hp | AWD, FWD | 21–25 mpg | 5 of 5 | 2 | 428 | Optional | 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 | Optional | 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 | Optional | 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 | Optional | No |
| 2015 | 2.4L 4-cyl 3.3L 6-cyl | AWD, FWD | 20–23 mpg | 5 of 5 | 3 | 750 | No | No |
Owner complaints are unverified reports to NHTSA and aren't adjusted for how many were sold, so compare years of the same model: a tall bar marks a year owners had more trouble with. Collision warning: forward collision warning as NHTSA lists it ("Some versions": standard on some). Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Apple.
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 |
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 |
Source: fueleconomy.gov.