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2019 Kia Sorento L
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2019 Kia Sorento L

L 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)

$13,476
Est. $182/mo
$436 Below market
RMV: $13,912
Price Drop, $505
Earlier Price: $13,981 (25 Oct 2024)
Mileage 97,466 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
16 Days in market
BLACK
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I4
Automatic
Ken Ganley Kia Medina
Medina, OH
4.0
(Based 3177 Review)
(330) 72*****
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2019 Kia Sorento L
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2019 Kia Sorento L

L 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)

$16,500
Est. $224/mo
$932 Below market
RMV: $17,432
Mileage 52,001 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 1 Owner
11 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
I4
Automatic
Koons Kia of Woodbridge
Woodbridge, VA
4.0
(Based 2969 Review)
(571) 94*****
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2019 Kia Sorento L
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2019 Kia Sorento L

L 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)

$13,499
Est. $183/mo
$774 Below market
RMV: $14,273
Price Drop, $1,001
Earlier Price: $14,500 (28 Aug 2024)
Mileage 118,870 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 3 Owner
265 Days in market
GRAY
SUV
I4
Automatic
A&G Car Sales
Tucson, AZ
4.0
(Based 49 Review)
(520) 62*****
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2019 Kia Sorento L

L 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)

$14,491
Est. $196/mo
$991 Below market
RMV: $15,482
Mileage 88,735 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
87 Days in market
BLUE
SUV
I4
Automatic
Ideal Cars - Apache Junction
Apache Junction, AZ
4.0
(Based 160 Review)

Vehicle History

  • No accident or damage reported to Carindigo
  • Driven an estimated 15,220 miles/year.
  • Purchased on 09/22/18 and owned in AZ until 07/11/24
  • Last serviced in Tumwater, WA on 06/26/24
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(480) 35*****
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2019 Kia Sorento L

L 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)

$12,995
Est. $176/mo
$714 Below market
RMV: $13,709
Mileage 106,943 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
34 Days in market
SILVER
SUV
I4
Automatic
Lonestar Auto Center
Spring, TX
4.0
(Based 37 Review)
(281) 35*****
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2019 Kia Sorento L

L 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)

$10,995
Est. $149/mo
$1,036 Below market
RMV: $12,031
Price Drop, $1,459
Earlier Price: $12,454 (26 Oct 2024)
Mileage 110,551 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Accident, 2 Owner
70 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
I4
Automatic
Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM Sanford
Sanford, FL
4.0
(Based 4837 Review)
(407) 55*****
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2018 Kia Sorento L

L 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)

$11,949
Est. $162/mo
$832 Below market
RMV: $12,781
Mileage 107,308 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Owner
19 Days in market
SILVER
SUV
I4
Automatic
Street Volkswagen
Amarillo, TX
4.0
(Based 1372 Review)
(806) 35*****
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2019 Kia Sorento L

L 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)

$13,677
Est. $185/mo
$2,011 Below market
RMV: $15,688
Price Drop, $723
Earlier Price: $14,400 (22 Oct 2024)
Mileage 77,524 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 1 Owner
24 Days in market
SILVER
SUV
I4
Automatic
McKinney Buick GMC
Mckinney, TX
4.0
(Based 4000 Review)
(469) 80*****
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2019 Kia Sorento L

L 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)

$13,988
Est. $189/mo
$2,415 Below market
RMV: $16,403
Mileage 99,104 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
28 Days in market
RED
SUV
I4
Automatic
The Sharpest Rides
Englewood, CO
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2019 Kia Sorento L

L 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)

$9,100
Est. $123/mo
$971 Below market
RMV: $10,071
Price Drop, $1,100
Earlier Price: $10,200 (25 Oct 2024)
Mileage 157,584 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
53 Days in market
SILVER
SUV
I4
Automatic
Big M Chevrolet
Radcliff, KY
4.0
(Based 1074 Review)
(270) 60*****
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2019 Kia Sorento L

L 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)

$13,995
Est. $190/mo
$2,080 Below market
RMV: $16,075
Price Drop, $1,000
Earlier Price: $14,995 (12 Aug 2024)
Mileage 94,529 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Accident, 3 Owner
148 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
I4
Automatic
Doug Justus Auto Center
Louisville, TN
3.0
(Based 721 Review)

Vehicle History

  • Minor to Moderate Damage Reported
  • 1st owner drove an estimated 25,682 miles/year
  • 1st owner purchased on 04/30/19 and owned in TN until 08/24/20
  • Last serviced in Knoxville, TN on 04/10/24
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(865) 28*****
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2017 Kia Sorento L

L 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)

$8,500
Est. $115/mo
$876 Below market
RMV: $9,376
Price Drop, $727
Earlier Price: $9,227 (18 Oct 2024)
Mileage 130,000 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Owner
169 Days in market
SILVER
SUV
I4
Automatic
Rollit Motors
Mesa, AZ
4.0
(Based 639 Review)

Vehicle History

  • Other damage reported
  • 1st owner drove an estimated 20,447 miles/year
  • 1st owner purchased on 11/22/16 and owned in AZ until 01/07/21
  • Last serviced at 129,450 miles in Tempe, AZ on 07/29/24
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(480) 35*****
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2019 Kia Sorento L

L 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)

$11,955
Est. $162/mo
$2,101 Below market
RMV: $14,056
Price Drop, $2,287
Earlier Price: $14,242 (9 Oct 2024)
Mileage 109,327 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
67 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
I4
Automatic
Rivertown Toyota
Columbus, GA
4.0
(Based 6184 Review)
(706) 32*****
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2019 Kia Sorento L

L 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)

$14,999
Est. $203/mo
$1,078 Below market
RMV: $16,077
Price Drop, $855
Earlier Price: $15,854 (2 Nov 2024)
Mileage 72,700 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Accident, 2 Owner
53 Days in market
WHITE
SUV
I4
Automatic
Nissan of Lithia Springs
Lithia Springs, GA
4.0
(Based 2838 Review)
(678) 38*****
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2018 Kia Sorento L

L 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)

$11,995
Est. $162/mo
$2,443 Below market
RMV: $14,438
Mileage 94,823 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
11 Days in market
SILVER
SUV
I4
Automatic
Escar Auto
El Paso, TX
3.0
(Based 90 Review)
(915) 77*****
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2019 Kia Sorento L

L 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)

$13,999
Est. $190/mo
$1,499 Below market
RMV: $15,498
Price Drop, $1,996
Earlier Price: $15,995 (3 Aug 2024)
Mileage 100,308 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
98 Days in market
SILVER
SUV
I4
Automatic
Schoepp Motors Madison Northeast
Madison, WI
3.0
(Based 119 Review)
(608) 21*****
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2019 Kia Sorento L

L 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)

$17,977
Est. $244/mo
$1,324 Below market
RMV: $19,301
Mileage 51,221 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
10 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
I4
Automatic
Landmark Dodge Chrysler Jeep RAM
Morrow, GA
3.0
(Based 2700 Review)
(404) 39*****
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2019 Kia Sorento L

L 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)

$11,995
Est. $162/mo
$782 Below market
RMV: $12,777
Mileage 121,000 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
116 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
I4
Automatic
Kenney's Automotive
Griffin, GA
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2019 Kia Sorento L

L 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)

$15,132
Est. $205/mo
$1,047 Below market
RMV: $16,179
Mileage 86,919 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 1 Owner
8 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
I4
Automatic
Cooper Chevrolet Buick
Anniston, AL
4.0
(Based 960 Review)
(256) 29*****
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2019 Kia Sorento L

L 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)

$19,990
Est. $271/mo
$744 Below market
RMV: $20,734
Mileage 31,446 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 1 Owner
4 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
I4
Automatic
Sandy Sansing Chevrolet, Inc.
Pensacola, FL
4.0
(Based 3375 Review)
(850) 46*****
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2019 Kia Sorento L

L 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)

$12,990
Est. $176/mo
$2,542 Below market
RMV: $15,532
Price Drop, $1,000
Earlier Price: $13,990 (22 Sep 2024)
Mileage 87,018 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
54 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
I4
Automatic
Stellar Auto
Burbank, CA
3.0
(Based 79 Review)
(818) 80*****
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Certified 2019 Kia Sorento L

L 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)

$15,320
Est. $207/mo
$872 Below market
RMV: $16,192
Price Drop, $780
Earlier Price: $16,100 (30 Oct 2024)
Mileage 77,403 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
38 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
I4
Automatic
Kia of East Hartford
East Hartford, CT
4.0
(Based 1747 Review)
(860) 29*****
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2017 Kia Sorento L

L 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)

$13,338
Est. $181/mo
$1,343 Below market
RMV: $14,681
Price Drop, $162
Earlier Price: $13,500 (25 Oct 2024)
Mileage 75,475 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Owner
16 Days in market
SILVER
SUV
I4
Automatic
Crain Kia of Conway
Conway, AR
4.0
(Based 1051 Review)
(501) 20*****
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2019 Kia Sorento L

L 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)

$14,745
Est. $200/mo
$2,541 Below market
RMV: $17,286
Price Drop, $1,250
Earlier Price: $15,995 (23 Oct 2024)
Mileage 65,205 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 1 Owner
62 Days in market
SILVER
SUV
I4
Automatic
2 Mazda
Fort Collins, CO
4.0
(Based 509 Review)
(970) 22*****
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About 2018 Kia Sorento


3.6

Overall Rating

The 2018 Kia Sorrento has a generically handsome silhouette that weaves itself into the big tapestry of modern-utility vehicle design. The car feels smooth, not jagged; well detailed but not too blingy. It is a nice blend of value and feature

How do you make something that was already great, even better? This question arises because the last Sorento carried hardly any faults and ranked high in the midsize SUV segment. Things have only improved with the 2018 Kia Sorento as it now gets plenty of standard features along with comfortable ride quality and plush interior. However, Kia has followed the philosophy of if it ain't broke why fix it as the 2018 model year does not offer any major updates over its predecessor.

The 2018 Kia Sorento is available with three engine options with a starting price tag of about $ 25,800. The base trim comes standard with a 185 horsepower 2.4 liter 4-cylinder engine; however, you can also choose between a turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder with a 240-hp engine or a more powerful 3.3-liter V-6 with 290-hp. All come with a well-tuned 6-speed automatic, and the turbo-4 and V-6 can be combined with an all-wheel drive and a locking center differential. It goes up against other midsize SUVs such as the Honda Pilot, Toyota Highlander, and the Hyundai Santa Fe. 

The Sorento EX with the V6 engine comes with seven seats and offers an abundance of features (including advanced driving aids) at a price that undercuts bigger three-row crossovers. One can even get luxury add-ons, and still, the price is pretty reasonable. Avoid the underpowered base 4-cylinder engine if you can.

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2019 Kia Sorento L

L 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)

$15,100
Est. $205/mo
$2,285 Below market
RMV: $17,385
Price Drop, $900
Earlier Price: $16,000 (22 Oct 2024)
Mileage 58,919 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 2 Owner
56 Days in market
SILVER
SUV
I4
Automatic
Community Ford of Mooresville
Mooresville, IN
4.0
(Based 466 Review)
(317) 83*****
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2018 Kia Sorento L

L 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)

$11,877
Est. $161/mo
$453 Below market
RMV: $12,330
Price Rise, $44
Earlier Price: $11,833 (2 Nov 2024)
Mileage 90,754 mi.
Home Delivery
5 Owner
17 Days in market
SILVER
SUV
I4
Automatic
McGee Mazda Claremont
Claremont, NH
(603) 28*****
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2019 Kia Sorento L

L 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)

$15,229
Est. $206/mo
$1,599 Below market
RMV: $16,828
Price Rise, $335
Earlier Price: $14,894 (30 Oct 2024)
Mileage 62,912 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
86 Days in market
SILVER
SUV
I4
Automatic
Gregory Mitsubishi
Lake Villa, IL
4.0
(Based 434 Review)
(847) 81*****
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2019 Kia Sorento L

L 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)

$15,998
Est. $217/mo
$463 Below market
RMV: $16,461
Mileage 87,434 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 3 Owner
5 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
I4
Automatic
CarMax Palm Desert
Palm Desert, CA
4.0
(Based 794 Review)
(760) 99*****
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2019 Kia Sorento L

L 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)

$16,950
Est. $230/mo
$2,272 Below market
RMV: $19,222
Mileage 66,308 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
11 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
I4
Automatic
Gilland Ford
Ozark, AL
4.0
(Based 284 Review)
(334) 84*****
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2019 Kia Sorento L

L 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)

$13,245
Est. $179/mo
$1,098 Below market
RMV: $14,343
Price Drop, $155
Earlier Price: $13,400 (20 Oct 2024)
Mileage 99,543 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
80 Days in market
WHITE
SUV
I4
Automatic
Arnie Bauer Chevrolet GMC
Wilmington, IL
4.0
(Based 161 Review)

Vehicle History

  • No accident or damage reported to Carindigo
  • Driven an estimated 21,385 miles/year.
  • Purchased on 12/24/19 and owned in IL until 08/18/24
  • Last serviced at 99,461 miles in Joliet, IL on 08/16/24
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(815) 92*****
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2018 Kia Sorento Review


The 2018 Kia Sorrento has a generically handsome silhouette that weaves itself into the big tapestry of modern-utility vehicle design. The car feels smooth, not jagged; well detailed but not too blingy. It is a nice blend of value and feature

How do you make something that was already great, even better? This question arises because the last Sorento carried hardly any faults and ranked high in the midsize SUV segment. Things have only improved with the 2018 Kia Sorento as it now gets plenty of standard features along with comfortable ride quality and plush interior. However, Kia has followed the philosophy of if it ain't broke why fix it as the 2018 model year does not offer any major updates over its predecessor.

The 2018 Kia Sorento is available with three engine options with a starting price tag of about $ 25,800. The base trim comes standard with a 185 horsepower 2.4 liter 4-cylinder engine; however, you can also choose between a turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder with a 240-hp engine or a more powerful 3.3-liter V-6 with 290-hp. All come with a well-tuned 6-speed automatic, and the turbo-4 and V-6 can be combined with an all-wheel drive and a locking center differential. It goes up against other midsize SUVs such as the Honda Pilot, Toyota Highlander, and the Hyundai Santa Fe. 

Pricing and Features
8.0/10


There is no shortage of choices when it comes to buying a new Sorento SUV. Kia offers five different trims: L, LX, EX, SX, and SX Limited with prices ranging from $25,800 to $46,200. Every trim comes standard with front-wheel drive, which can be upgraded to all-wheel drive for $1,800.

Trims

L

LX

LX V6

EX 2.0T

EX V6

SX

SX Limited

MSRP

$25,800

$27,100

$29,500

$33,000

$34,100

$39,100

$44,400

MSRP(AWD)

N/A

+$27,90

+$18,00

+$18,00

+$18,00

+$18,00

+$18,00

Features

Cloth Seats with YES Essentials Fabric Treatment.

Roof Rails, Low Profile with Silver Finish

50/50 Split-Folding 3rd-Row Seats

Leather Seat Trim

EX 2.0T+50/50 Split-Folding 3rd-Row Seats.

Smart Power Liftgate

Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB)

 

Heated Outside Mirrors, with Integrated LED Turn signals

Rear-Camera Display

2nd-Row Seats, Sliding & Auto Folding

Push Button Start w/ Smart Key

 

Panoramic Sunroof w/Power Sunshade.

Advanced Smart Cruise Control (ASCC)

 

Bluetooth Wireless Technology with Steering Wheel Mounted Controls

USB Charger Ports.

3,500 lb. Towing Capacity.

Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control.

   

Surround View Monitor (SVM).

There are also three engine options available. The L and LX come standard with a 185 horsepower 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine. The EX only comes standard with a 2.0T turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine. A 3.3-liter V6 is also available, which is optional on the LX and EX and comes standard on the SX and SX Limited. All the trims come mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. Most Sorento's come standard with a third-row seat, which expands the seating capacity from five to seven but the L and EX 2.0T comes only as a five-seat SUV.

We Recommend:

The Sorento EX with the V6 engine comes with seven seats and offers an abundance of features (including advanced driving aids) at a price that undercuts bigger three-row crossovers. One can even get luxury add-ons, and still, the price is pretty reasonable. Avoid the underpowered base 4-cylinder engine if you can.

Engine and Performance
7.9/10


The 2018 Kia Sorento is offered with three engine options, each appealing in its own way. Select the one that best fits your driving needs, and you should be happy with the result. The standard 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine cranks out 185 horsepower and 178 pound-feet of torque. Not surprisingly, the turbo and V6 feel strongest, but the 2.4 is adequate and offers better fuel economy, making the most of the 6-speed automatic transmission all the engine options use. Thus, a customer has the choice of choosing between fuel efficiency and performance. 

Models

Kia Sorento

Honda Pilot

Toyota Highlander

Hyundai Santa Fe

MSRP

$ 25,800

$ 30,900

$ 33,080

$ 29,850

Engine

2.4-liter 4-cylinder Gas engine

3.5-liter V-6Gas engine

2.7-liter 4-cylinder Gas engine

3.3-liter V-6Gas engine

Transmission

6-speed Automatic

6-speed Automatic

6-speed automatic

6-speed automatic

Power

185 hp @ 6,000 rpm

280 hp @ 6000 rpm

185hp @ 5800 rpm

290 hp @ 6400 rpm

Torque

178 ft-lbs. @ 4000 rpm

262 ft-lbs. @ 4700 rpm

184 ft-lbs. @ 4200 rpm

252 ft-lbs. @ 5200 rpm

Meanwhile, the 240-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine offers a nice blend of brisk acceleration and efficiency but only comes in a 2-row configuration. The Sorento's 3.3-liter V-6 acquitted itself well against the competitors in both the two and three-row class. You can also get better-towing capacity with the V-6, though you sacrifice nimbleness for the extra power. All the engines come with a responsive 6-speed automatic transmission which works with a little fuss. In comparison, Hyundai Santa Fe and Honda Pilot stand in a league of their own as they outperform the other two competitors with a big margin.

Acceleration

The 2018 Sorento V6 hits 60 mph from a standstill in 7.6 seconds and its 290 horses are perfectly adequate for normal driving and light towing. Although Kia's V-6 feels weaker in real-world driving, with less yank at low rpm. The 2.0 liter 4-cylinder may be more efficient than the V6, but it slows down the car due to the lesser power output. 

As standard, the 2018 Kia Sorento is powered by the base 2.4 liter 4-cylinder that would take close to 9 seconds to hit 60 mph. This is not very quick considering the Honda Pilot is almost 3 seconds quicker.

Models

Kia Sorento

Honda Pilot

Toyota Highlander

Hyundai Santa Fe

0-60 MPH

9 sec

6.1 sec

7.3 sec

7.3 sec

Quarter mile

16.4 @ 85 mph

14.7 sec

16.7@81.3 mph

15.8 sec @ 90.3 mph

Engine

2.4L

3.5L

2.7L

3.3L

EmissionTons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year

7.3

8.0

8.0

8.4

Unfortunately, the base engine's potential is way lesser than what competition offers. The car comes out a potential lagger in the lot. The likes of Honda Pilot, Toyota Highlander, and Santa Fe defeats the Sorento big time. Honda comes out with the crown by beating others in the 0-60mph sprint.

Braking and Handling

The Kia Sorento is incredibly comfortable and quiet due to its polished handling. But is it as complacent as its competitors? Well, it turns out that elements such as steering and brakes are adequate but not particularly noteworthy. The suspension can soak most bumps, potholes, or road undulations and keep you away from its after-effects. However, the steering lacks adequate feedback at high speeds. Due to the tall stance, the body roll is quite evident while taking on a sharp corner.

The AWD system of Sorento includes an electronically lockable 50-50 front and rear torque split, which could come in handy in low-traction scenarios while off-roading. 

Model

Kia Sorento

Honda Pilot

Toyota Highlander

Hyundai Santa Fe

Brake pads-front(in)

12.6

12.6

12.9

12.6

Brake pads Rear(in)

12.0

13

12.2

11.9

Curb weight(lbs)

3704

4054

4165

4026

60-0 MPH (ft.)

130

119

124

125

Kia has equipped Sorento with 4-Wheel Disc brakes with Antilock Braking System (ABS), which comes as standard. Brake pedals feel spongier, but the braking distance of 130 feet is fairly long compared to rivals. Here again, Honda makes a mark by taking the least distance to stop from 60mph.

Towing Capacity

The Sorento can tow, too. It can tug up to 5,000 pounds with the V-6 AWD, which puts it in the league of high-end crossover spectrum. Opting for the front-wheel drive and either of the four-cylinder engines reduces max towing capacity significantly, to 3,500 pounds.

Model

Kia Sorento

Honda Pilot

Toyota Highlander

Santa Fe

Capacity (lbs)

3500

5000

5000

5000

Drivetrain

AWD

AWD

AWD

AWD

Engine

3.3L

3.5L

3.5L

3.3L

All other competitors on the table easily beat Kia in the towing department. The other competitors on the table offer to their customers a towing capacity of 5000lbs.

Fuel Economy
8.0/10


When fitted with either of the 4-cylinder engines, the Sorento gets better gas mileage than most vehicles in its class with an EPA rating of 21 mpg city, 28 mpg highway and 24 mpg combined. With the turbocharged 2.0-liter engine, the estimates drop by 1 mpg. The V-6 AWD Sorento meanwhile checks in at 17/23/19 mpg.

Model

Kia Sorento

Honda Pilot

Toyota Highlander

Hyundai Santa Fe

Mpg city

21

19

20

18

Mpg highway

28

27

24

25

Mpg combined

24

22

22

N/A

It might run low on raw power, but the economy is Sorento's strong suit. Its 28 mpg mileage on the highway is the standard other competitors wish to achieve. If you look at the combined mileage figures, the Honda Pilot and Highlander share the same place while the Sorento delivers more.

Interior
7.5/10


The 2018 Sorento comes standard with seating for five people, cloth upholstery, and a 40/20/40 split-folding second row. Although you can carry up to seven people on the top trims with the available third-row, which folds with a 50/50 split. The first two rows are well-cushioned and provide ample room to accommodate adults. Even a keen eye would not find itself complaining about the quality of materials or fit and finish of various knobs and buttons. Everything feels well put together but the dashboard design fails to get you excited. All-around visibility is good as you sit higher up the ground and the cabin feels quite premium for an affordable mid-size SUV.

The available third-row seats are cramped but it has more legroom than the rivals like Toyota Highlander.

Model

Kia Sorento

Honda Pilot

Toyota Highlander

Hyundai Santa Fe

Passenger capacity

7

8

8

7

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

39.9/56.7/59.4/41.3

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

39.4/55.4/58.3/40.4

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

35.7/44.1/53.9/30.9

Being a 7-Seater, the Sorento feels quite ergonomic as compared to its 8-Seater rivals. However, the scooping roof does tend to exhort the overall feel limiting the headroom as we go towards the rear end. Despite its jubilant numbers, the SUV finds a hard time beating the Japanese exuberance of comfort with the Honda Pilot. As usual, the Santa Fe deposits the lowest interior space in comparison. 

Infotainment System

Sorento's updated infotainment system is straightforward and highly functional. Kia has done a nice job laying out redundant buttons and knobs on the center stack, allowing the driver to operate the control effortlessly. For top trims, which come with 8-inch displays, the UVO interface is easy to use, and graphics are excellent too. The entry-level trim comes with:

  • 8-Inch Infotainment System 
  • Navigation, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
  • Dual rapid-charge USB ports
  • 10-speaker Infinity surround-sound audio system (O)
  • Six speakers Standard
  • Satellite radio
  • A USB port and Bluetooth
  • 3″ Touch-Screen Display

Cargo Space

The 2018 Sorento offers less cargo space than most in the competition, but it is enough to satisfy most of your daily needs. There is 11.3 cubic feet of space behind the third-row seat, which is the least as compared to other rivals. Thus we would recommend installing a roof rack if you plan on going for a vacation, full-house.

Model

Kia Sorento

Honda Pilot

Toyota Highlander

Santa Fe

Behind 3rd Row(cu-ft)

11.3

18.0

13.8

13.5

With 3rd row folded (cu-ft)

38.0

47.7

42.3

40.9

With All Seats folded (cu-ft)

73.0

87.0

83.7

80.0

Its 38.3 cubic feet of cargo hold behind the second row and 73 cubic feet overall is also less than others in the competition. Even the standard cargo bay is much less when you compare it with cars like Honda Pilot. Once again Honda shows its dominance by providing the consumers with the best in class cargo space of 18.0 cu-ft.

Exterior
6.6/10


Just like the interiors, the 2018 Sorento exudes an indefinite look of the competent design. In addition to the Tiger Nose grille that now marks the signature element of the Korean brand, the overall blunt styling puts it in line for the best-looking SUV in the segment. The 2018 Kia Sorento is neither the longest nor the widest in the segment but it cues up all the correct lines and curves of an SUV.

The LED lights accent the front and the rear while the chrome work adds a little class to the overall look.

Model

Kia Sorento

Honda Pilot

Toyota Highlander

Hyundai Santa Fe

curb weight(lbs)

3704

4054

4165

4026

Length(in)

187.4

194.5

192.5

193.1

Width(in)

74.4

78.6

75.8

74.2

Height(in)

66.3

69.8

68.1

66.5

Ground clearance(in)

7.3

7.3

8

7.3

Wheelbase(in)

109.4

111

109.8

110.2

Track width(in) F/R

64.3/64.7

66.3/66.3

64.4/64.2

64.1/64.5

Wheel sizes meanwhile range from 17-inch alloys on base and LX models, to the 18-inch alloys on EX models, all the way to 19-inches on SX models with chrome 10-spoke-alloy wheel, which delivers top-of-the-line style. The 19-inch wheels are good for off-roading and also provide better ride quality. The Japanese Highlander provides the most ground clearance of 8 inches. All the 2018 Sorento's comes with a set of upgrades like:

  • 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 IIHS has called the 2018 Sorento a Top Safety Pick with all "Good" scores in crash tests, and "Acceptable" headlight performance in top trims. Lower trims only manage a "Poor" score in the headlight test. The NHTSA gave the Sorento five stars overall this year, with only a four-star in rollover rating, keeping it from a perfect score. Along with this, Sorento boasts a host of advanced safety technology and is a solid safety pick for the roads. The standard driver safety feature includes:

  • 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 2018 Honda Pilot comes standard with a V6 engine, which means you get zestier acceleration with the Pilot. As the larger of two, the Pilot also carries more people (up to eight) and more cargo. Its starting price is 5,000 higher than the Kia's, making it a better choice between the two.

Kia Sorento Vs Toyota Highlander

Toyota Highlander is an exceptional midsize SUV, and it shares many characteristics with the Sorento. Although the Highlander isn't a good value for money as it costs about $5,000 more than the Kia Sorento. Safety features like forward collision warning and adaptive cruise control come standard with the Toyota, but you can add many of these items to the Sorento and say within $2,000 of the Highlanders base price.

Kia Sorento Vs Hyundai Santa Fe

Kia is owned by Hyundai Motor Group, one can notice much in common between the Santa Fe and the Sorento. Both SUVs have three engine options, the choice of 2- or 3-row configuration, and similar standard features. Besides styling,

one major difference is that you can add select packages to the base Santa Fe trim, while no such package is available for the entry-level Sorento.

Final Verdict


The Kia Sorento is one of the best midsize SUVs in the segment you can get today. It's available in a variety of configurations to suit your needs and offers time-tested powertrain options. Since each configuration presents a different temperament, the Sorento can be shaped to meet a variety of needs. The lower-priced base trim with its above-average fuel economy along with a healthy list of included features makes it a good pick for budget-savvy shoppers. On the other hand, the Sorento EX, which has an energetic turbocharged engine, offers a livelier, more athletic experience. You can get a V6-powered model to increase towing capacity, or gain extra grip with the available all-wheel drive. Thus, if you are looking for a feature-rich SUV that comes with the least compromises, the Kia Sorento is quite a sensible buy.