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Kia · Sorento

Which Kia Sorento years have a towing capacity of 5,000 lb or more?

The Kia Sorento offers a towing capacity of 5,000 lb or more in 5 of the 12 model years we have trim data for (2015–2026). It first appears in 2016, optional on the EX, LX, SX and SX Limited. No 2026 trim has it.

YearHas it?Which trims
2026 NoNot available on any trim.
2025 NoNot available on any trim.
2024 NoNot available on any trim.
2023 NoNot available on any trim.
2022 NoNot available on any trim.
2021 NoNot available on any trim.
2020 OptionalOptional on the EX, LX, S and SX (a package, option or drivetrain adds it). Not on the L.
2019 OptionalOptional on the EX, EX Sport, LX, S, SX and SX Limited (a package, option or drivetrain adds it). Not on the L.
2018 OptionalOptional on the EX, LX, SX and SX Limited (a package, option or drivetrain adds it). Not on the L.
2017 OptionalOptional on the EX, LX, SX and SX Limited (a package, option or drivetrain adds it). Not on the L.
2016 OptionalOptional on the EX, LX, SX and SX Limited (a package, option or drivetrain adds it). Not on the L.
2015 NoNot available on any trim.

"Optional" means a package, option or drivetrain (FWD or AWD) adds it, so check the window sticker of the car you're buying. Trim data from OpenSpec, the manufacturer's equipment guides and NHTSA's vehicle database; years without trim data aren't listed.

Every model with a towing capacity of 5,000 lb or more

More about the Kia Sorento

Wireless Apple CarPlayWireless Android AutoApple CarPlay (wired or wireless)Wireless phone chargingThird row (7+ seats)AWD or 4WDPower 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