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2015 Kia Sorento EX
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2015 Kia Sorento EX

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

$11,441
Est. $155/mo
$711 Below market
RMV: $12,152
Mileage 105,440 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Owner
3 Days in market
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V6
Automatic
Jim Shorkey Kia Wexford
Wexford, PA
4.0
(Based 1988 Review)
(724) 74*****
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2015 Kia Sorento EX
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2015 Kia Sorento EX

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

$6,995
Est. $94/mo
$1,663 Below market
RMV: $8,658
Mileage 172,720 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Owner
52 Days in market
SUV
V6
Automatic
Golden Touch Auto LLC
Richmond, VA
4.0
(Based 50 Review)
(804) 30*****
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2016 Kia Sorento EX
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2016 Kia Sorento EX

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

$7,953
Est. $107/mo
$1,880 Below market
RMV: $9,833
Price Drop, $1,988
Earlier Price: $9,941 (22 Oct 2024)
Mileage 146,084 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
77 Days in market
GRAY
SUV
I4
Automatic
Stoops Buick GMC
Plainfield, IN
4.0
(Based 1341 Review)
(317) 45*****
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2016 Kia Sorento EX

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

$6,950
Est. $94/mo
$1,867 Below market
RMV: $8,817
Mileage 171,993 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
4 Days in market
SUV
I4
Automatic
Prestige Preowned Inc
Burlington, NC
4.0
(Based 52 Review)
(919) 88*****
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2016 Kia Sorento EX

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

$13,150
Est. $178/mo
$610 Below market
RMV: $13,760
Price Drop, $844
Earlier Price: $13,994 (14 Oct 2024)
Mileage 85,279 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
51 Days in market
BLUE
SUV
I4
Automatic
Schwieters Chevrolet of Cold Spring
Cold Spring, MN
4.0
(Based 652 Review)
(320) 68*****
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2016 Kia Sorento EX

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

$7,999
Est. $108/mo
$1,861 Below market
RMV: $9,860
Price Drop, $551
Earlier Price: $8,550 (25 Oct 2024)
Mileage 137,394 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Owner
43 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 (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)

$13,145
Est. $178/mo
$675 Below market
RMV: $13,820
Price Drop, $405
Earlier Price: $13,550 (24 Oct 2024)
Mileage 79,583 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 2 Owner
33 Days in market
BROWN
SUV
I4
Automatic
Hoover Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram
Summerville, SC
4.0
(Based 2099 Review)
(843) 87*****
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2016 Kia Sorento EX

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

$10,150
Est. $137/mo
$2,144 Below market
RMV: $12,294
Price Drop, $578
Earlier Price: $10,728 (23 Oct 2024)
Mileage 106,682 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
258 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

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

$7,908
Est. $107/mo
$405 Below market
RMV: $8,313
Price Drop, $561
Earlier Price: $8,469 (18 Oct 2024)
Mileage 144,471 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
126 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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(847) 36*****
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2016 Kia Sorento EX

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

$9,990
Est. $135/mo
$1,153 Below market
RMV: $11,143
Mileage 129,505 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 1 Owner
3 Days in market
RED
SUV
V6
Automatic
JTs Kia
Columbia, SC
4.0
(Based 2647 Review)
(803) 22*****
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2016 Kia Sorento EX

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

$9,970
Est. $135/mo
$1,937 Below market
RMV: $11,907
Price Drop, $1,230
Earlier Price: $11,200 (30 Sep 2024)
Mileage 112,493 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Owner
62 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
V6
Automatic
Busam Ford Lincoln
Wilmington, OH
(937) 38*****
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2016 Kia Sorento EX

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

$10,995
Est. $149/mo
$2,206 Below market
RMV: $13,201
Price Drop, $2,000
Earlier Price: $12,995 (23 Oct 2024)
Mileage 81,672 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 2 Owner
74 Days in market
GRAY
SUV
I4
Automatic
Alliance Auto Group
Fullerton, CA
4.0
(Based 34 Review)
(714) 77*****
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2016 Kia Sorento EX

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

$10,595
Est. $143/mo
$663 Below market
RMV: $11,258
Mileage 112,039 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 3 Owner
6 Days in market
WHITE
SUV
I4
Automatic
Anthony's Auto Sales Inc.
Pittsfield, MA
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2016 Kia Sorento EX

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

$6,440
Est. $87/mo
$1,871 Below market
RMV: $8,311
Price Drop, $1,550
Earlier Price: $7,990 (31 Oct 2024)
Mileage 169,223 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
31 Days in market
BLUE
SUV
I4
Automatic
Ron Marhofer Buick GMC
North Canton, OH
4.0
(Based 1140 Review)
(234) 71*****
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2017 Kia Sorento EX

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

$13,999
Est. $190/mo
$1,175 Below market
RMV: $15,174
Mileage 78,910 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Owner
81 Days in market
GRAY
SUV
I4
Automatic
VEB Auto Sales
Hartford, CT
4.0
(Based 86 Review)

Vehicle History

  • No accident or damage reported to Carindigo
  • 1st owner drove an estimated 0 miles/year
  • 1st owner purchased on 01/06/17 and owned in MA until 07/24/17
  • Last serviced in East Meadow, NY on 11/01/19
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(860) 57*****
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2017 Kia Sorento EX

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

$12,495
Est. $169/mo
$1,509 Below market
RMV: $14,004
Mileage 109,607 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
75 Days in market
RED
SUV
I4
Automatic
Fusion Motors Inc
Moreno Valley, CA
4.0
(Based 136 Review)
(951) 65*****
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2016 Kia Sorento EX

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

$13,243
Est. $179/mo
$1,222 Below market
RMV: $14,465
Price Drop, $1,747
Earlier Price: $14,990 (16 Oct 2024)
Mileage 93,880 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Owner
103 Days in market
SUV
I4
Automatic
American Auto Outlet
Nixa, MO
4.0
(Based 140 Review)
(417) 94*****
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2017 Kia Sorento EX

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

$13,995
Est. $190/mo
$2,514 Below market
RMV: $16,509
Mileage 58,626 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Owner
4 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
I4
Automatic
Auto House of Bloomington
Bloomington, IL
4.0
(Based 165 Review)
(309) 73*****
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2016 Kia Sorento EX

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

$8,950
Est. $121/mo
$2,086 Below market
RMV: $11,036
Mileage 130,771 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Owner
21 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
V6
Automatic
Birmingham Auto Auction
Bessemer, AL
4.0
(Based 545 Review)
(205) 74*****
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2016 Kia Sorento EX

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

$13,498
Est. $183/mo
$759 Below market
RMV: $14,257
Mileage 87,242 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
10 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 AWD (3.3L 6cyl 6A)

$9,998
Est. $135/mo
$2,056 Below market
RMV: $12,054
Price Drop, $1
Earlier Price: $9,999 (29 Oct 2024)
Mileage 124,431 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 2 Owner
151 Days in market
RED
SUV
V6
Car Leaders NJ
Hasbrouck Heights, NJ
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2016 Kia Sorento EX

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

$12,490
Est. $169/mo
$533 Below market
RMV: $13,023
Price Drop, $1,000
Earlier Price: $13,490 (21 Sep 2024)
Mileage 90,467 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
123 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
V6
Automatic
Auto House Motors
Downers Grove, IL
3.0
(Based 237 Review)
(630) 29*****
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2017 Kia Sorento EX

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

$11,497
Est. $156/mo
$2,436 Below market
RMV: $13,933
Price Drop, $2,000
Earlier Price: $13,497 (2 Oct 2024)
Mileage 77,933 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Accident, 3 Owner
50 Days in market
SILVER
SUV
V6
Automatic
HGreg.com
Doral, FL
4.0
(Based 6413 Review)
(833) 33*****
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2017 Kia Sorento EX

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

$12,995
Est. $176/mo
$621 Below market
RMV: $13,616
Mileage 104,931 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Accident, 2 Owner
4 Days in market
RED
SUV
V6
Automatic
Andy Mohr Ford
Plainfield, IN
4.0
(Based 4898 Review)
(317) 83*****
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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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2016 Kia Sorento EX

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

$13,500
Est. $183/mo
$440 Below market
RMV: $13,940
Price Drop, $400
Earlier Price: $13,900 (28 Oct 2024)
Mileage 86,422 mi.
Home Delivery
4 Owner
68 Days in market
GRAY
SUV
V6
Automatic
Carmel Auto Gallery
Carmel, IN
4.0
(Based 1056 Review)
(317) 66*****
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2016 Kia Sorento EX

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

$10,700
Est. $145/mo
$754 Below market
RMV: $11,454
Price Drop, $1,200
Earlier Price: $11,900 (11 Oct 2024)
Mileage 107,560 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 4 Owner
50 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
V6
Automatic
University Motors
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2016 Kia Sorento EX

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

$9,895
Est. $134/mo
$3,558 Below market
RMV: $13,453
Mileage 86,400 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 2 Owner
17 Days in market
BLUE
SUV
V6
Automatic
A&Z AUTOS
Westfield, MA
4.0
(Based 45 Review)
(413) 62*****
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2017 Kia Sorento EX

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

$15,790
Est. $214/mo
$915 Below market
RMV: $16,705
Mileage 77,708 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Accident, 2 Owner
19 Days in market
SILVER
SUV
V6
Automatic
Harvey Auto Outlet
Grand Rapids, MI
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2017 Kia Sorento EX

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

$9,614
Est. $130/mo
$1,656 Below market
RMV: $11,270
Price Drop, $850
Earlier Price: $10,464 (31 Oct 2024)
Mileage 124,746 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
7 Days in market
SILVER
SUV
V6
Automatic
Jeff Wyler Springfield Auto Mall
Springfield, OH
4.0
(Based 3009 Review)
(937) 32*****
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2017 Kia Sorento EX

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

$13,495
Est. $183/mo
$516 Below market
RMV: $14,011
Mileage 99,576 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 1 Owner
95 Days in market
WHITE
SUV
V6
Automatic
Cos' Central Auto
Meriden, CT
4.0
(Based 131 Review)
(203) 63*****
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2016 Kia Sorento Review


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.

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.