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2016 Kia Sorento EX
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2016 Kia Sorento EX

EX 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)

$10,012
Est. $135/mo
$3,484 Below market
RMV: $13,496
Price Drop, $78
Earlier Price: $10,090 (14 Nov 2024)
Mileage 106,682 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
272 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
I4
Automatic
A2Z Autos
Indianapolis, IN
4.0
(Based 328 Review)
(317) 37*****
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2017 Kia Sorento EX
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2017 Kia Sorento EX

EX 4dr SUV AWD (3.3L 6cyl 6A)

$13,250
Est. $179/mo
$3,052 Below market
RMV: $16,302
Price Drop, $500
Earlier Price: $13,750 (19 Nov 2024)
Mileage 82,281 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 2 Owner
195 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
V6
Automatic
Lamb Motors Inc.
Hamilton, AL
3.0
(Based 111 Review)
(205) 92*****
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2017 Kia Sorento EX
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2017 Kia Sorento EX

EX 4dr SUV AWD (3.3L 6cyl 6A)

$10,975
Est. $149/mo
$2,490 Below market
RMV: $13,465
Price Drop, $900
Earlier Price: $11,875 (20 Nov 2024)
Mileage 112,741 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
32 Days in market
WHITE
SUV
V6
Automatic
Grand Strand Auto
Myrtle Beach, SC
4.0
(Based 115 Review)
(843) 507*****
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2016 Kia Sorento EX

EX 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)

$7,659
Est. $103/mo
$2,449 Below market
RMV: $10,108
Price Drop, $340
Earlier Price: $7,999 (13 Nov 2024)
Mileage 137,394 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Owner
57 Days in market
WHITE
SUV
I4
Automatic
Mark Allen Buick GMC
Tulsa, OK
4.0
(Based 700 Review)
(918) 77*****
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2016 Kia Sorento EX

EX 4dr SUV AWD (3.3L 6cyl 6A)

$12,745
Est. $173/mo
$1,915 Below market
RMV: $14,660
Price Drop, $250
Earlier Price: $12,995 (15 Nov 2024)
Mileage 87,242 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
24 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
V6
Automatic
Brotherton Buick GMC in Renton
Renton, WA
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2017 Kia Sorento EX

EX 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)

$10,995
Est. $149/mo
$2,742 Below market
RMV: $13,737
Price Drop, $4
Earlier Price: $10,999 (11 Nov 2024)
Mileage 95,617 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
45 Days in market
GRAY
SUV
I4
Automatic
Mars Dealership
Dallas, TX
4.0
(Based 133 Review)
(682) 936*****
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2016 Kia Sorento EX

EX 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)

$9,987
Est. $135/mo
$2,308 Below market
RMV: $12,295
Price Drop, $223
Earlier Price: $10,210 (12 Nov 2024)
Mileage 106,578 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
98 Days in market
SUV
I4
Automatic
Serra Buick GMC Cadillac Kia
Washington, MI
4.0
(Based 186 Review)
(586) 28*****
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2016 Kia Sorento EX

EX 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)

$11,489
Est. $155/mo
$2,075 Below market
RMV: $13,564
Price Drop, $1,000
Earlier Price: $12,489 (30 Oct 2024)
Mileage 75,069 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 1 Owner
32 Days in market
SUV
I4
Automatic
Legacy Motorcars, LLC
Marietta, GA
(888) 897*****
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2016 Kia Sorento EX

EX 4dr SUV AWD (3.3L 6cyl 6A)

$10,998
Est. $149/mo
$2,524 Below market
RMV: $13,522
Price Drop, $399
Earlier Price: $11,397 (2 Oct 2024)
Mileage 113,771 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
180 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
V6
Automatic
PDX Cars and Trucks
Gladstone, OR
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2016 Kia Sorento EX

EX 4dr SUV AWD (3.3L 6cyl 6A)

$10,700
Est. $145/mo
$2,215 Below market
RMV: $12,915
Price Drop, $600
Earlier Price: $11,300 (2 Nov 2024)
Mileage 107,560 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 4 Owner
64 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
V6
Automatic
University Motors
West Lafayette, IN
3.0
(Based 10 Review)
(765) 49*****
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2017 Kia Sorento EX

EX 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)

$9,999
Est. $135/mo
$2,354 Below market
RMV: $12,353
Price Drop, $1,501
Earlier Price: $11,500 (5 Nov 2024)
Mileage 107,492 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
70 Days in market
PURPLE
SUV
I4
Automatic
West Coast Cars and Trucks LLC
Tampa, FL
5.0
(Based 241 Review)
(813) 524*****
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2016 Kia Sorento EX

EX 4dr SUV AWD (3.3L 6cyl 6A)

$7,995
Est. $108/mo
$2,051 Below market
RMV: $10,046
Mileage 140,350 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 2 Owner
104 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
V6
Automatic
Jenison Auto Sales
Jenison, MI
4.0
(Based 79 Review)
(616) 45*****
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2016 Kia Sorento EX

EX 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 6A)

$10,995
Est. $149/mo
$2,382 Below market
RMV: $13,377
Mileage 87,342 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Accident, 2 Owner
15 Days in market
GRAY
SUV
V6
Automatic
Prestige Motors
Roanoke, VA
3.0
(Based 67 Review)
(540) 39*****
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2017 Kia Sorento EX

EX 4dr SUV AWD (3.3L 6cyl 6A)

$10,997
Est. $149/mo
$2,798 Below market
RMV: $13,795
Price Drop, $500
Earlier Price: $11,497 (11 Nov 2024)
Mileage 77,933 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Accident, 3 Owner
64 Days in market
SILVER
SUV
V6
Automatic
HGreg.com
Doral, FL
4.0
(Based 6413 Review)
(833) 33*****
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2016 Kia Sorento EX

EX 4dr SUV AWD (3.3L 6cyl 6A)

$12,850
Est. $174/mo
$2,329 Below market
RMV: $15,179
Price Drop, $50
Earlier Price: $12,900 (15 Nov 2024)
Mileage 66,719 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
29 Days in market
BROWN
SUV
V6
Automatic
24/7 Cars LLC
Larwill, IN
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2016 Kia Sorento EX

EX 4dr SUV AWD (3.3L 6cyl 6A)

$8,950
Est. $121/mo
$2,124 Below market
RMV: $11,074
Mileage 130,771 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Owner
35 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
V6
Automatic
Birmingham Auto Auction
Bessemer, AL
4.0
(Based 545 Review)
(205) 74*****
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30 Photos

2016 Kia Sorento EX

EX 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)

$9,788
Est. $132/mo
$2,313 Below market
RMV: $12,101
Price Drop, $202
Earlier Price: $9,990 (12 Nov 2024)
Mileage 98,600 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 1 Owner
96 Days in market
SILVER
SUV
I4
Automatic
Velocity Auto Sales
West Palm Beach, FL
5.0
(Based 83 Review)
(888) 524*****
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2016 Kia Sorento EX

EX 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)

$10,995
Est. $149/mo
$1,862 Below market
RMV: $12,857
Price Rise, $3
Earlier Price: $10,992 (28 Oct 2024)
Mileage 81,672 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 2 Owner
89 Days in market
GRAY
SUV
I4
Automatic
Alliance Auto Group
Fullerton, CA
4.0
(Based 34 Review)
(714) 77*****
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2015 Kia Sorento EX

EX 4dr SUV AWD (3.3L 6cyl 6A)

$9,499
Est. $128/mo
$2,011 Below market
RMV: $11,510
Price Drop, $31
Earlier Price: $9,530 (15 Nov 2024)
Mileage 124,344 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Owner
10 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
V6
Automatic
Hare Honda
Avon, IN
4.0
(Based 1740 Review)
(317) 85*****
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2016 Kia Sorento EX

EX 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 6A)

$9,650
Est. $131/mo
$2,235 Below market
RMV: $11,885
Price Drop, $320
Earlier Price: $9,970 (5 Nov 2024)
Mileage 112,493 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Owner
76 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
V6
Automatic
Busam Ford Lincoln
Wilmington, OH
(937) 38*****
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2017 Kia Sorento EX

EX 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)

$10,895
Est. $147/mo
$2,978 Below market
RMV: $13,873
Mileage 89,704 mi.
Home Delivery
4 Owner
6 Days in market
GRAY
SUV
I4
Automatic
Al Piemonte Chevrolet of Dundee
East Dundee, IL
4.0
(Based 2311 Review)
(847) 42*****
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2016 Kia Sorento EX

EX 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 6A)

$14,455
Est. $196/mo
$2,166 Below market
RMV: $16,621
Price Drop, $500
Earlier Price: $14,955 (6 Nov 2024)
Mileage 49,597 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
18 Days in market
SILVER
SUV
V6
Automatic
BMW of Mountain View
Mountain View, CA
4.0
(Based 5134 Review)
(650) 20*****
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2015 Kia Sorento EX

EX 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 6A)

$8,990
Est. $122/mo
$1,756 Below market
RMV: $10,746
Price Drop, $683
Earlier Price: $9,673 (19 Nov 2024)
Mileage 108,878 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
26 Days in market
SUV
V6
Automatic
San Diego Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
San Diego, CA
4.0
(Based 1990 Review)
(619) 85*****
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2016 Kia Sorento EX

EX 4dr SUV AWD (3.3L 6cyl 6A)

$12,750
Est. $173/mo
$1,486 Below market
RMV: $14,236
Price Drop, $150
Earlier Price: $12,900 (19 Nov 2024)
Mileage 86,422 mi.
Home Delivery
4 Owner
82 Days in market
GRAY
SUV
V6
Automatic
Carmel Auto Gallery
Carmel, IN
4.0
(Based 1056 Review)
(317) 66*****
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About 2016 Kia Sorento


3.9

Overall Rating

The Sorento offers the three-row crossover benefits in a vehicle that sits between compact and mid-size SUVs in terms of size and is quickly becoming popular among buyers of this segment such as large families that need a three-row vehicle.

 The 2016 Kia Sorento strikes the middle ground between an SUV and a crossover. For the 2016 model year, the compact SUV is completely redesigned and is now bigger, and offers more space inside the cabin. This Kia SUV is available in either a 5-seat configuration or a 7-seat configuration. The Sorento gets a new turbocharged 4-cylinder engine, and plenty more additional features including UVO eServices, and upgraded cabin materials.

 Starting off at an MSRP of $25,100, the 2016 Kia Sorento is much more refined with better power and drivability. Even the interiors have been redesigned, and now look more premium. Powertrain duties are further handled by an option of three different engines, including a 185 hp 2.4L Inline-4, a 3.3L V6, and a 2.0L turbo-four. In the segment, it goes up against cars like the Toyota Highlander and the Honda Pilot.

The EX trim with the 2.0-liter turbocharged motor along with an AWD layout would be the most sensible buy among the long list of trims to choose from. 

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2015 Kia Sorento EX

EX 4dr SUV AWD (3.3L 6cyl 6A)

$12,402
Est. $168/mo
$1,444 Below market
RMV: $13,846
Mileage 96,500 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
17 Days in market
SUV
V6
Automatic
Gateway Automotive
Fargo, ND
3.0
(Based 31 Review)
(701) 28*****
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2017 Kia Sorento EX

EX 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)

$9,999
Est. $135/mo
$1,966 Below market
RMV: $11,965
Price Drop, $1,000
Earlier Price: $10,999 (17 Aug 2024)
Mileage 141,361 mi.
Home Delivery
4 Owner
113 Days in market
RED
SUV
I4
Automatic
Unlimited Auto Deals
Tacoma, WA
2.0
(Based 7 Review)
(253) 47*****
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2016 Kia Sorento EX

EX 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 6A)

$7,920
Est. $107/mo
$1,835 Below market
RMV: $9,755
Price Rise, $1,000
Earlier Price: $6,920 (13 Nov 2024)
Mileage 134,220 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Accident, 2 Owner
11 Days in market
SILVER
SUV
V6
Automatic
ALM Kia South
Union City, GA
4.0
(Based 6967 Review)
(678) 67*****
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2017 Kia Sorento EX

EX 4dr SUV AWD (3.3L 6cyl 6A)

$9,999
Est. $135/mo
$1,729 Below market
RMV: $11,728
Price Drop, $600
Earlier Price: $10,599 (4 Nov 2024)
Mileage 129,403 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
46 Days in market
SUV
V6
Automatic
Xride Cars
Raleigh, NC
4.0
(Based 280 Review)
(844) 719*****
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2017 Kia Sorento EX

EX 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 6A)

$9,852
Est. $133/mo
$795 Below market
RMV: $10,647
Price Drop, $369
Earlier Price: $10,221 (19 Nov 2024)
Mileage 149,965 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 2 Owner
38 Days in market
BLUE
SUV
V6
Automatic
Step One Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Crestview
Crestview, FL
4.0
(Based 654 Review)
(850) 80*****
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2017 Kia Sorento EX

EX 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)

$7,908
Est. $107/mo
$1,491 Below market
RMV: $9,399
Price Rise, $165
Earlier Price: $7,743 (25 Oct 2024)
Mileage 144,471 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
140 Days in market
RED
SUV
I4
Automatic
Gregory Infiniti
Libertyville, IL
4.0
(Based 990 Review)

Vehicle History

  • No accident or damage reported to Carindigo
  • 1st owner drove an estimated 18,300 miles/year
  • 1st owner purchased on 10/03/17 and owned in IL until 08/23/18
  • Last serviced in Libertyville, IL on 08/06/24
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2016 Kia Sorento Review


Pros

  • Composed and quiet ride
  • Responsive engine choices
  • Premium cabin
  • Excellent safety features

Cons

  • Lackluster base motor
  • Less spacious than other 7-seater rivals
  • Turbo motor lacks refinement and efficiency

The Sorento offers the three-row crossover benefits in a vehicle that sits between compact and mid-size SUVs in terms of size and is quickly becoming popular among buyers of this segment such as large families that need a three-row vehicle.

Overview


 The 2016 Kia Sorento strikes the middle ground between an SUV and a crossover. For the 2016 model year, the compact SUV is completely redesigned and is now bigger, and offers more space inside the cabin. This Kia SUV is available in either a 5-seat configuration or a 7-seat configuration. The Sorento gets a new turbocharged 4-cylinder engine, and plenty more additional features including UVO eServices, and upgraded cabin materials.

 Starting off at an MSRP of $25,100, the 2016 Kia Sorento is much more refined with better power and drivability. Even the interiors have been redesigned, and now look more premium. Powertrain duties are further handled by an option of three different engines, including a 185 hp 2.4L Inline-4, a 3.3L V6, and a 2.0L turbo-four. In the segment, it goes up against cars like the Toyota Highlander and the Honda Pilot.

Pricing and Features
6.0/10


The 2016 Kia Sorento is a midsize SUV that is available in five or seven-seater configurations. There are a total of 5 trim levels: L, LX, EX, SX, and SX Limited. The models with the smaller 2.4L inline-4 motor and the 2.0L turbocharged motor are only available as 5 seaters. Further, the L and LX trims offer the 2.4L inline-4 engine. The V-6 is available only on the top 3 trims. The V6-powered trims get the 6-speed automatic transmission as standard.

Trims

L 2.4L

LX 2.4L

LX V6

EX 2.0T

EX V6

SX V6

SX Limited 2.0T

SX Limited V6

MSRP (FWD)

$25,100

$26,400

$28,700

$31,100

$32,100

$38,300

$39,900

$41,500

MSRP (AWD)

N/A

$28,200

$30,500

$32,900

$33,900

$40,100

$41,700

$43,300

Features

17-inch alloy wheels

All Features in the L Trim added or improved

All Features in the L Trim added or improved

All Features in the LX Trim added or improved

All Features in the LX Trim added or improved

All Features in the EX Trim added or improved

All Features in the SX Trim added or improved

All Features in the SX Trim added or improved

 

LED DRLs

Automatic headlights

Automatic headlights

18-inch alloy wheels

18-inch alloy wheels

Hands-Free power liftgate

Chrome clad 19-inch alloy wheels

Chrome clad 19-inch alloy wheels

 

3 mode driving settings

Damped windshield

Damped windshield

Sound reducing front side glass

Sound reducing front side glass

Keyless ignition and entry

Upgraded leather upholstery

Upgraded leather upholstery

 

Cruise control

Roof rails

Roof rails

Dual-zone automatic climate control

Dual-zone automatic climate control

Power folding mirrors

Ventilated front seats

Ventilated front seats

 

Fabric upholstery

Rearview camera

Rearview camera

Leather upholstery

Leather upholstery

Blind-spot and rear-cross traffic systems

Heated second-row seats

Heated second-row seats

 

Tilt-and-telescopic steering wheel

Uvo eServices

Uvo eServices

Rear parking sensors

Rear parking sensors

Panoramic sunroof

   
   

4.3-inch touchscreen

4.3-inch touchscreen

8-way power-adjustable driver’s seats

8-way power-adjustable driver’s seats

8-inch touchscreen

   
       

Heated front seats

Heated front seats

10-speaker Infinity sound system

   
       

Leather-wrapped steering wheel

Leather-wrapped steering wheel

19-inch alloy wheels

   

We Recommend

The EX trim with the 2.0-liter turbocharged motor along with an AWD layout would be the most sensible buy among the long list of trims to choose from. 


Also read:

  • Click here to view all the specs and features of the 2016 Kia Sorento
  • Know more about all the trims and features of the 2021 Kia Sorento here

Engine and Performance
7.2/10


The 2016 Kia Sorento carried over the 2.4L inline-4 and the 3.3L V-6 from last year while adding a more powerful 2.0L inline-4 turbocharged engine. The 2.4L inline-4 motor makes 185 horsepower and 178 foot-pounds of torque. The top-end 3.3L V-6 puts up 290 horsepower and 252 foot-pounds of torque.

The turbocharged motor makes 240 horsepower and 260 foot-pounds of torque. All Kia Sorentos come with a 6-speed automatic gearbox. Further options between an FWD and an AWD are available on almost all trims. The base 2.4-liter motor and the turbocharged 2.0-liter motor is a decent offering but lacks refinement and fuel efficiency. The 3.3-liter V6 does justice to the SUV and offers lively performance and a good overall driving experience even with the SUV loaded to its maximum capacity.

Models

Kia Sorento

Honda Pilot

Toyota Highlander

MSRP

$30,500

$30,900

$33,080

Engine

3.3-liter V6 Gas engine

3.5-liter V-6 Gas engine

2.7-liter 4-cylinder Gas engine

Transmission

6-speed Automatic

6-speed Automatic

6-speed automatic

Power

290 hp @ 6400 rpm

280 hp @ 6000 rpm

185hp @ 5800 rpm

Torque

252 lb-ft @ 5300 rpm

262 ft-lbs. @ 4700 rpm

184 ft-lbs. @ 4200 rpm

0-60 MPH

7.6 sec

6.1 sec

7.3 sec

Quarter mile

15.4 sec

14.7 sec

16.7 sec

When equipped with the V6, the Sorento turns out to be at par with the rivals in the segment. The Toyota Highlander is the least powerful option considering its price tag. The Honda Pilot comes with the biggest motor, a 3.5-liter V6 motor, and delivers a strong set of power figures and a potent performance as well.

2016 Kia Sorento Towing

The 2016 Kia Sorento offers a decent towing capacity. It has the capability for 5,000 pounds with the 3.3L V-6 AWD. This puts it in league with most of its competitors and even some mid-range SUVs. Opting for the FWD results in a maximum towing capacity of 3,500 pounds.

Model

Kia Sorento

Honda Pilot

Toyota Highlander

Capacity (lbs)

5000

5000

1500

Drivetrain

AWD

AWD

AWD

Engine

3.3L

3.5L

3.5L

With the AWD layout, the Kia Sorento matches up with the Honda Pilot in terms of towing capacity. The Toyota Highlander with its puny four-cylinder motor only offers 1500 lbs of towing capacity, however, opting for the V6 powertrain of the Highlander will offer the same 5000lbs of towing capacity too.


Also read:

  • Know more about the performance of the 2021 Kia Sorento here
  • Have a look at the all-new 2022 Kia Telluride with more standard features!

Fuel Economy
6.0/10


The Kia Sorento is quite fuel-efficient with its well-engineered direct injection engines. The new design also has added air deflectors and underbody aero panels for improved efficiency. With the AWD layout, the SUV manages to squeeze out a maximum of 19 mpg in cities, 25 mpg on highways, and 22 mpg of combined mileage. The turbocharged motors manage 20/27/23 mpg in front-wheel drive.

Model

Kia Sorento

Honda Pilot

Toyota Highlander

Mpg city

19

19

20

Mpg highway

25

27

24

Mpg combined

22

22

22

The Toyota Highlander with its I-4 motor manages to offer the best fuel economy here naturally, The Honda Pilot manages to offer two more miles to the gallon than the Sorento out on the highways but are evenly matched in terms of city and combined mileage figures.


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Interior
7.9/10


The new 2016 Kia Sorento has highly improved on the overall comfort aspect with the all-new cabin. There is a luxury vehicle-like refinement and ambiance in the cabin. It has more interior space and a well-laid out with a stylish design. The front seats are improved and offer high levels of support. Higher trims even have extendable thigh support. The front passenger seat is now 8-way adjustable in the top trims.

The second-row seats on the other hand feel a bit uncomfortable. Owing to the fact that they sit very low in the car. They Barely have any contouring and are somewhat like a bench. Although the seats allow for easy folding and cabin space maximization. The third row is surprisingly roomy, although accessing it is a bit tough in the small SUV.

Model

Kia Sorento

Honda Pilot

Toyota Highlander

Passenger capacity

7

8

8

Front (Head/Hip/Shoulder/Leg)(In.)

39.5/56.7/59.1/44.1

40.1/59.1/62/40.9

40.7/57.2/59.3/44.2

Second (Head/Hip/Shoulder/Leg)(In.)

39.3/56.4/58/39.4

40.2/57.3/62/38.4

39.9/57.1/59.6/38.4

Third (Head/Hip/Shoulder/Leg)(In.)

36.3/41.4/52.8/31.7

38.9/44.6/57.6/31.9

35.9/45.6/55/27.7

Cargo Space (cubic feet)

11.3

18.0

13.8

The Kia Sorento has the roomiest second row in the competition. Even large passengers can slide in and out rather easily. The third-row seat is another story though considering the competition, it's pretty competitive. The cargo space offered in the Honda Pilot is the best of the competition.

  • Dual Zone Climate Control
  • Leather upholstery
  • Hands-free power liftgate
  • Keyless ignition and entry
  • 10-way power-adjustable driver’s seat
  • Ventilated front seats

How intuitive is the 2016 Kia Sorento’s infotainment unit?

The Kia Sorento has a choice between a 4.2-inch screen on the lower trim or an 8.0-inch touchscreen on the higher trims or with optional packages.

The system has real-time traffic info, a rearview camera display as well as a 10-speaker Infinity sound system. The new “Clari-Fi” system of digital music sounds much better in the cabin. Some standout infotainment features are:

  • 4.2-inch touchscreen interface
  • Rapid charge USB ports
  • 10-speaker Infinity Surround Sound System
  • Bluetooth and WiFi Connectivity
  • Satellite Radio

Exterior
8.5/10


With the complete redesign, the Kia Sorento now looks bigger and flashier than before. The changes are quite well made and feel modern as well as attractive. Kia has made the headlight array smaller. The front intakes and the fog lamps stand more in the front bumper. The aerodynamics have also been improved and aid the fuel economy of the SUV. The car overall looks rather classy and refined.

Model

Kia Sorento

Honda Pilot

Toyota Highlander

curb weight(lbs)

3704

4054

4165

Length(in)

187.4

194.5

192.5

Width(in)

74.4

78.6

75.8

Height(in)

66.3

69.8

68.1

Ground clearance(in)

7.3

7.3

8

Wheelbase(in)

109.4

111

109.8

The Sorento has the shortest wheelbase in the segment. It is also the shortest in the class. Though The lower weight obviously gives it better poise and a higher fuel economy. Some standout exterior features of the car are:

  • LED accent lights in the headlights
  • Base L models now come with automatic headlamps
  • Power rear liftgate
  • Power-folding side-view mirrors
  • Rain-sensing windshield wipers

Safety
9.8/10


The new Kia Sorento is loaded with a decent list of safety techs and advanced safety features. The NHTSA has awarded the SUV with a 5-star safety rating overall. The IIHS also gives the car the “Top Safety Pick+” award. The car includes a plethora of features like side curtain airbags, rollover sensors, front active headrests, and so on.

Electronic stability control and anti-lock brakes are also included as standard.

Some standout safety features in the 2016 Kia Sorento are:

  • Side Mounted Air Bag
  • Rear Air Bags
  • Anti-lock brakes
  • Blind Spot Monitoring
  • Back up camera
  • Parking sensor
  • Heated seats

Competition
6.0/10


Kia Sorento vs Honda Pilot

The Honda Pilot is a strong offering in the segment with its punchy performance and excellent acceleration times owing to its superb powertrain. It also offers a comfortable cabin with excellent practicality and a lot of standard features as well. Also, the Pilot offers much bigger overall cargo capacity too as compared to the Sorento. Clearly, the Honda Pilot is a better option than the Kia Sorento in almost every aspect.

 

 

Kia Sorento vs Toyota Highlander

The Toyota Highlander is a potent and reliable alternative to the Kia Sorento. But to equip it similarly to the Sorento, for example opting for the V6 motor, the price increases to quite an extent but it is worth it considering the peace of mind and the ruggedness the Highlander offers. It also matches up with the Sorento in terms of overall fuel economy too and has a much bigger cargo capacity as well.

 

 

Final Verdict


The Kia Sorento has gotten even better for 2016. With a new 2.0-liter turbo motor, the trim levels got even better and the buyers now have three engine options to choose from. On the inside, the SUV got more comfortable with plenty of features and practicality on offer at a reasonable price. It sure has some drawbacks when compared to its rivals but if you're in search of a stylish SUV, the Sorento would be a nice choice.