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2015 Kia Sorento Limited
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2015 Kia Sorento Limited

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

$9,990
Est. $135/mo
$2,161 Below market
RMV: $12,151
Price Drop, $3,000
Earlier Price: $12,990 (11 Nov 2024)
Mileage 91,677 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
78 Days in market
BLACK
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V6
Automatic
Lonf Auto Sales
Kissimmee, FL
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2016 Kia Sorento Limited
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2016 Kia Sorento Limited

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

$16,992
Est. $230/mo
$1,382 Below market
RMV: $18,374
Price Drop, $894
Earlier Price: $17,886 (19 Nov 2024)
Mileage 38,674 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
55 Days in market
SILVER
SUV
I4
Automatic
Hudson Valley Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM
Newburgh, NY
4.0
(Based 599 Review)
(845) 37*****
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2016 Kia Sorento Limited
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2016 Kia Sorento Limited

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

$12,995
Est. $176/mo
$1,893 Below market
RMV: $14,888
Price Drop, $1,505
Earlier Price: $14,500 (17 Nov 2024)
Mileage 89,130 mi.
Home Delivery
4 Owner
42 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
V6
Automatic
Hope Auto Company
Hope, AR
4.0
(Based 106 Review)
(870) 72*****
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2015 Kia Sorento Limited

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

$10,000
Est. $135/mo
$1,691 Below market
RMV: $11,691
Price Drop, $217
Earlier Price: $10,217 (18 Nov 2024)
Mileage 114,593 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
6 Days in market
SUV
V6
Automatic
OKC Auto Direct
Oklahoma City, OK
4.0
(Based 29 Review)
(405) 72*****
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2016 Kia Sorento Limited

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

$13,995
Est. $190/mo
$1,006 Below market
RMV: $15,001
Price Drop, $2,000
Earlier Price: $15,995 (7 Nov 2024)
Mileage 96,428 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
110 Days in market
WHITE
SUV
I4
Automatic
Auto Plaza
Fresno, CA
4.0
(Based 55 Review)

Vehicle History

  • No accident or damage reported to Carindigo
  • 1st owner drove an estimated 6,620 miles/year
  • 1st owner purchased on 10/09/15 and owned in TX until 01/24/21
  • Last serviced at 96,400 miles in Selma, CA on 02/23/24
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(559) 41*****
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2016 Kia Sorento Limited

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

$12,954
Est. $175/mo
$1,034 Below market
RMV: $13,988
Mileage 91,880 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 2 Owner
32 Days in market
WHITE
SUV
I4
Automatic
Burkins Chevrolet
Macclenny, FL
4.0
(Based 423 Review)
(904) 27*****
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2016 Kia Sorento Limited

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

$10,500
Est. $142/mo
$539 Below market
RMV: $11,039
Price Drop, $400
Earlier Price: $10,900 (17 Nov 2024)
Mileage 126,377 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
54 Days in market
WHITE
SUV
V6
Automatic
J & E Auto Sales
Phoenix, AZ
4.0
(Based 34 Review)
(602) 25*****
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2016 Kia Sorento Limited

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

$10,499
Est. $142/mo
$1,084 Below market
RMV: $11,583
Mileage 121,089 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
29 Days in market
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V6
Automatic
Hot Deals on Wheels
Tampa, FL
4.0
(Based 213 Review)
(813) 51*****
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2016 Kia Sorento Limited

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

$9,995
Est. $135/mo
$934 Below market
RMV: $10,929
Mileage 130,770 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Accident, 2 Owner
14 Days in market
WHITE
SUV
I4
Automatic
Brothers Auto Sales
Hampton, IA
4.0
(Based 48 Review)
(641) 32*****
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2016 Kia Sorento Limited

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

$9,995
Est. $135/mo
$1,344 Below market
RMV: $11,339
Price Drop, $500
Earlier Price: $10,495 (15 Nov 2024)
Mileage 112,401 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
18 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
I4
Automatic
101 Motors LLC
Hasbrouck Heights, NJ
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2016 Kia Sorento Limited

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

$12,995
Est. $176/mo
$1,019 Below market
RMV: $14,014
Mileage 97,299 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
8 Days in market
BLACK
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I4
Automatic
VIP Motors
Alexandria, LA
4.0
(Based 39 Review)
(318) 70*****
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2015 Kia Sorento Limited

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

$9,995
Est. $135/mo
$1,055 Below market
RMV: $11,050
Price Drop, $1,000
Earlier Price: $10,995 (9 Oct 2024)
Mileage 97,588 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
89 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
V6
Automatic
Convenient Auto Repair & Sales
Rochdale, MA
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2016 Kia Sorento Limited

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

$15,999
Est. $217/mo
$1,147 Below market
RMV: $17,146
Price Rise, $1,334
Earlier Price: $14,665 (15 Nov 2024)
Mileage 56,804 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
6 Days in market
BLACK
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V6
Automatic
Bert Ogden Mission Mazda
Mission, TX
4.0
(Based 1240 Review)
(956) 39*****
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2016 Kia Sorento Limited

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

$16,495
Est. $223/mo
$446 Below market
RMV: $16,941
Price Drop, $300
Earlier Price: $16,795 (18 Nov 2024)
Mileage 48,394 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
19 Days in market
SILVER
SUV
I4
Automatic
Lexus of Palm Beach
West Palm Beach, FL
4.0
(Based 6006 Review)
(561) 29*****
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2015 Kia Sorento Limited

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

$8,700
Est. $118/mo
$1,326 Below market
RMV: $10,026
Price Rise, $800
Earlier Price: $7,900 (27 Aug 2024)
Mileage 137,870 mi.
Home Delivery
5 Owner
177 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
V6
Automatic
Autosport Motors
Lake Park, FL
4.0
(Based 76 Review)
(954) 85*****
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2016 Kia Sorento Limited

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

$9,995
Est. $135/mo
$1,217 Below market
RMV: $11,212
Mileage 130,039 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
BLACK
SUV
I4
Automatic
Van Dam Auto Sales & Leasing
Holland, MI
4.0
(Based 155 Review)
(616) 39*****
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2016 Kia Sorento Limited

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

$11,999
Est. $162/mo
$1,233 Below market
RMV: $13,232
Mileage 108,153 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
25 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
I4
Automatic
Flow Mini of Raleigh
Raleigh, NC
4.0
(Based 478 Review)
(919) 87*****
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2015 Kia Sorento Limited

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

$13,500
Est. $183/mo
$422 Below market
RMV: $13,922
Price Drop, $200
Earlier Price: $13,700 (5 Nov 2024)
Mileage 87,529 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 1 Owner
89 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
V6
Automatic
Community Ford Lincoln of Bloomington
Bloomington, IN
4.0
(Based 1012 Review)
(812) 33*****
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2015 Kia Sorento Limited

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

$14,831
Est. $201/mo
$1,158 Below market
RMV: $15,989
Price Drop, $718
Earlier Price: $15,549 (9 Nov 2024)
Mileage 78,838 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
29 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
V6
Automatic
Autoright Motors
Bothell, WA
4.0
(Based 262 Review)
(425) 89*****
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2016 Kia Sorento Limited

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

$9,990
Est. $135/mo
$591 Below market
RMV: $10,581
Price Rise, $400
Earlier Price: $9,590 (31 Oct 2024)
Mileage 137,092 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Owner
253 Days in market
SILVER
SUV
I4
Automatic
Auto Capital
Fort Worth, TX
4.0
(Based 158 Review)

Vehicle History

  • No accident or damage reported to Carindigo
  • 1st owner drove an estimated 22,108 miles/year
  • 1st owner purchased on 04/13/15 and owned in TX until 07/25/20
  • Last serviced at 135,037 miles in Austin, TX on 10/27/23
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(972) 21*****
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2015 Kia Sorento Limited

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

$8,888
Est. $120/mo
$578 Below market
RMV: $9,466
Price Drop, $110
Earlier Price: $8,998 (14 Nov 2024)
Mileage 151,279 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
21 Days in market
SILVER
SUV
V6
Automatic
Auto House Tempe
Tempe, AZ
4.0
(Based 1266 Review)
(480) 96*****
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2015 Kia Sorento Limited

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

$8,995
Est. $122/mo
$952 Below market
RMV: $9,947
Mileage 143,042 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
13 Days in market
SILVER
SUV
V6
Automatic
New Velez Auto Group
GA, GA
4.0
(Based 88 Review)
(470) 745*****
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2016 Kia Sorento Limited

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

$11,999
Est. $162/mo
$768 Below market
RMV: $12,767
Price Drop, $1,000
Earlier Price: $12,999 (19 Nov 2024)
Mileage 120,753 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Owner
20 Days in market
SUV
V6
Automatic
Vista Auto Sales
Tacoma, WA
4.0
(Based 75 Review)
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2016 Kia Sorento Limited

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

$13,950
Est. $189/mo
$465 Below market
RMV: $14,415
Price Drop, $500
Earlier Price: $14,450 (13 Nov 2024)
Mileage 85,105 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
55 Days in market
SUV
V6
Automatic
Nohrs Auto Sales dba Best Prices
Walnut creek, CA
4.0
(Based 49 Review)
(925) 98*****
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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 Limited

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

$13,995
Est. $190/mo
$603 Below market
RMV: $14,598
Mileage 95,704 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 2 Owner
58 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
I4
Automatic
Mark Neader Automotive
La Crosse, WI
4.0
(Based 86 Review)
(608) 78*****
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2016 Kia Sorento Limited

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

$13,979
Est. $189/mo
$21 Below market
RMV: $14,000
Price Drop, $615
Earlier Price: $14,594 (17 Nov 2024)
Mileage 88,148 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Owner
18 Days in market
SILVER
SUV
I4
Automatic
Mercedes-Benz of Atlanta Northeast
Duluth, GA
4.0
(Based 4634 Review)
(770) 23*****
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2015 Kia Sorento Limited

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

$9,999
Est. $135/mo
$319 Below market
RMV: $10,318
Mileage 137,633 mi.
Home Delivery
4 Owner
46 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
V6
Automatic
HD Auto Sales Corp.
Reading, PA
4.0
(Based 245 Review)
(610) 98*****
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2016 Kia Sorento Limited

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

$11,811
Est. $160/mo
$169 Below market
RMV: $11,980
Price Drop, $100
Earlier Price: $11,911 (26 Oct 2024)
Mileage 116,081 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Accident, 2 Owner
71 Days in market
WHITE
SUV
I4
Automatic
CW Clarke Auto Centers
Gloucester City, NJ
4.0
(Based 261 Review)
(856) 74*****
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Certified Pre-Owned
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Certified 2016 Kia Sorento Limited

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

$15,244
Est. $206/mo
$110 Above market
RMV: $15,134
Price Drop, $744
Earlier Price: $15,988 (13 Nov 2024)
Mileage 80,300 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Owner
26 Days in market
GRAY
SUV
V6
Automatic
Valley Kia of Modesto
Modesto, CA
4.0
(Based 434 Review)
(209) 78*****
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2016 Kia Sorento Limited

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

$10,995
Est. $149/mo
$236 Below market
RMV: $11,231
Mileage 118,791 mi.
Home Delivery
SUV
I4
Automatic
Commonwealth Motors
Richmond, VA
4.0
(Based 396 Review)
(804) 27*****
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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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  • How fuel-efficient would be the 2022 Kia Sorento? Click here to know more

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.