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2019 Kia Sorento SX-Limited
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2019 Kia Sorento SX-Limited

SX Limited 4dr SUV AWD (3.3L 6cyl 8A)

$14,295
Est. $194/mo
$5,825 Below market
RMV: $20,120
Price Drop, $200
Earlier Price: $14,495 (18 Nov 2024)
Mileage 87,369 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
28 Days in market
SUV
V6
Automatic
CarPlug of Alexandria
Alexandria, VA
4.0
(Based 87 Review)
(571) 619*****
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2018 Kia Sorento SX-Limited
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2018 Kia Sorento SX-Limited

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

$15,407
Est. $209/mo
$2,335 Below market
RMV: $17,742
Mileage 97,966 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
6 Days in market
GRAY
SUV
V6
Automatic
Honda Cleo Bay
Killeen, TX
4.0
(Based 1736 Review)
(254) 78*****
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2018 Kia Sorento SX-Limited
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2018 Kia Sorento SX-Limited

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

$15,995
Est. $217/mo
$2,087 Below market
RMV: $18,082
Price Drop, $500
Earlier Price: $16,495 (14 Nov 2024)
Mileage 91,850 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Accident, 1 Owner
42 Days in market
SILVER
SUV
V6
Automatic
Jaguar Arrowhead and Land Rover Arrowhead
Glendale, AZ
4.0
(Based 206 Review)
(602) 76*****
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2018 Kia Sorento SX-Limited

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

$17,995
Est. $244/mo
$2,322 Below market
RMV: $20,317
Mileage 85,729 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 1 Owner
2 Days in market
GRAY
SUV
V6
Automatic
Hyundai of Albany
Albany, OR
4.0
(Based 163 Review)
(541) 96*****
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2018 Kia Sorento SX-Limited

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

$17,264
Est. $234/mo
$2,155 Below market
RMV: $19,419
Price Drop, $426
Earlier Price: $17,690 (18 Nov 2024)
Mileage 81,957 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
56 Days in market
WHITE
SUV
V6
Automatic
Kia of Robinson
Pittsburgh, PA
4.0
(Based 963 Review)
(412) 78*****
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Certified Pre-Owned
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Certified 2019 Kia Sorento SX-Limited

SX Limited 4dr SUV AWD (3.3L 6cyl 8A)

$20,995
Est. $285/mo
$3,155 Below market
RMV: $24,150
Mileage 55,601 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Accident, 1 Owner
29 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
V6
Automatic
NorthStar Mitsubishi Used
Long Island City, NY
4.0
(Based 1272 Review)
(718) 36*****
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2018 Kia Sorento SX-Limited

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

$16,995
Est. $230/mo
$2,341 Below market
RMV: $19,336
Mileage 74,400 mi.
Home Delivery
4 Accident, 2 Owner
SILVER
SUV
V6
Automatic
A Better Way Wholesale
Naugatuck, CT
3.0
(Based 3519 Review)
(203) 72*****
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Certified Pre-Owned
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Certified 2019 Kia Sorento SX-Limited

SX Limited 4dr SUV AWD (3.3L 6cyl 8A)

$24,609
Est. $334/mo
$2,395 Below market
RMV: $27,004
Price Drop, $200
Earlier Price: $24,809 (13 Nov 2024)
Mileage 39,701 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
28 Days in market
WHITE
SUV
V6
Automatic
Lithia Ford of Fresno
Fresno, CA
4.0
(Based 2017 Review)
(559) 77*****
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2019 Kia Sorento SX-Limited

SX Limited 4dr SUV AWD (3.3L 6cyl 8A)

$17,523
Est. $237/mo
$2,681 Below market
RMV: $20,204
Earlier Price: $17,523 (19 Nov 2024)
Mileage 92,481 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
165 Days in market
BROWN
SUV
V6
Automatic
Elgin Kia
Elgin, IL
4.0
(Based 735 Review)
(847) 71*****
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2019 Kia Sorento SX-Limited

SX Limited 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 8A)

$17,000
Est. $230/mo
$1,898 Below market
RMV: $18,898
Price Drop, $2,000
Earlier Price: $19,000 (3 Nov 2024)
Mileage 91,946 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
88 Days in market
GRAY
SUV
V6
Automatic
245 Auto LLC - Lebanon
Lebanon, KY
4.0
(Based 10 Review)
(502) 673*****
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2019 Kia Sorento SX-Limited

SX Limited 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 8A)

$16,497
Est. $223/mo
$1,638 Below market
RMV: $18,135
Price Drop, $500
Earlier Price: $16,997 (13 Nov 2024)
Mileage 109,584 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 1 Owner
35 Days in market
WHITE
SUV
V6
Automatic
SPEED MOTORS LLC
Arlington, TX
4.0
(Based 175 Review)
(817) 96*****
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2018 Kia Sorento SX-Limited

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

$17,995
Est. $244/mo
$1,527 Below market
RMV: $19,522
Mileage 86,117 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
14 Days in market
WHITE
SUV
V6
Automatic
Motorkings Murfreesboro
Murfreesboro, TN
4.0
(Based 104 Review)
(615) 90*****
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2018 Kia Sorento SX-Limited

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

$17,899
Est. $243/mo
$1,106 Below market
RMV: $19,005
Price Drop, $500
Earlier Price: $18,399 (5 Nov 2024)
Mileage 91,908 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
40 Days in market
GRAY
SUV
V6
Automatic
EchoPark Automotive - Las Vegas
Henderson, NV
4.0
(Based 1180 Review)
(702) 50*****
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2019 Kia Sorento SX-Limited

SX Limited 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 8A)

$15,987
Est. $217/mo
$722 Below market
RMV: $16,709
Mileage 122,938 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 3 Owner
5 Days in market
WHITE
SUV
V6
Automatic
Paramount Kia Hickory
Hickory, NC
4.0
(Based 1835 Review)
(828) 78*****
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2018 Kia Sorento SX-Limited

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

$18,000
Est. $244/mo
$1,028 Below market
RMV: $19,028
Mileage 81,581 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Accident, 1 Owner
13 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
V6
Automatic
Community Ford of Mooresville
Mooresville, IN
4.0
(Based 466 Review)
(317) 83*****
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2018 Kia Sorento SX-Limited

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

$19,488
Est. $264/mo
$1,457 Below market
RMV: $20,945
Mileage 65,781 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
25 Days in market
WHITE
SUV
V6
Automatic
Shottenkirk Desert Lexus
Cathedral City, CA
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2018 Kia Sorento SX-Limited

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

$21,764
Est. $295/mo
$982 Below market
RMV: $22,746
Mileage 36,008 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 1 Owner
13 Days in market
WHITE
SUV
V6
Automatic
Tim Dahle Nissan Southtowne
South Jordan, UT
4.0
(Based 4421 Review)
(385) 44*****
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2018 Kia Sorento SX-Limited

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

$18,379
Est. $249/mo
$534 Below market
RMV: $18,913
Price Drop, $620
Earlier Price: $18,999 (16 Nov 2024)
Mileage 76,856 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
84 Days in market
SILVER
SUV
V6
Automatic
Monroeville Kia
Monroeville, PA
4.0
(Based 906 Review)
(412) 85*****
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2019 Kia Sorento SX-Limited

SX Limited 4dr SUV AWD (3.3L 6cyl 8A)

$21,987
Est. $298/mo
$576 Below market
RMV: $22,563
Price Drop, $600
Earlier Price: $22,587 (15 Nov 2024)
Mileage 61,211 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
69 Days in market
WHITE
SUV
V6
Automatic
Dan Cummins Chevrolet Buick
Paris, KY
4.0
(Based 9421 Review)
(859) 35*****
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2019 Kia Sorento SX-Limited

SX Limited 4dr SUV AWD (3.3L 6cyl 8A)

$17,995
Est. $244/mo
$1,121 Below market
RMV: $19,116
Price Rise, $1,345
Earlier Price: $16,650 (15 Nov 2024)
Mileage 95,493 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
11 Days in market
RED
SUV
V6
Automatic
Daher Motors Of Kingston
Kingston, NH
4.0
(Based 40 Review)
(603) 34*****
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2019 Kia Sorento SX-Limited

SX Limited 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 8A)

$24,795
Est. $336/mo
$630 Below market
RMV: $25,425
Price Drop, $200
Earlier Price: $24,995 (18 Nov 2024)
Mileage 21,019 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
12 Days in market
GRAY
SUV
V6
Automatic
Sunset Kia of Sarasota
Sarasota, FL
4.0
(Based 636 Review)
(941) 30*****
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2019 Kia Sorento SX-Limited

SX Limited 4dr SUV AWD (3.3L 6cyl 8A)

$25,995
Est. $352/mo
$774 Below market
RMV: $26,769
Price Rise, $5
Earlier Price: $25,990 (5 Sep 2024)
Mileage 42,425 mi.
Home Delivery
696 Days in market
RED
SUV
V6
Automatic
Daher Motors Of Kingston
Kingston, NH
4.0
(Based 40 Review)
(603) 34*****
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2019 Kia Sorento SX-Limited

SX Limited 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 8A)

$20,997
Est. $285/mo
$395 Below market
RMV: $21,392
Price Drop, $373
Earlier Price: $21,370 (3 Nov 2024)
Mileage 73,200 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 3 Owner
76 Days in market
SILVER
SUV
V6
Automatic
Lake Hartwell Chevrolet
Toccoa, GA
4.0
(Based 116 Review)
(706) 88*****
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2019 Kia Sorento SX-Limited

SX Limited 4dr SUV AWD (3.3L 6cyl 8A)

$25,988
Est. $352/mo
$605 Below market
RMV: $26,593
Mileage 54,937 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
48 Days in market
GRAY
SUV
V6
Automatic
Auto Outlet
Grand Island, NE
4.0
(Based 152 Review)
(308) 38*****
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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 SX-Limited

SX Limited 4dr SUV AWD (3.3L 6cyl 8A)

$21,587
Est. $293/mo
$1,015 Below market
RMV: $22,602
Price Drop, $400
Earlier Price: $21,987 (15 Nov 2024)
Mileage 67,443 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
18 Days in market
GRAY
SUV
V6
Automatic
Dan Cummins Chevrolet Buick
Paris, KY
4.0
(Based 9421 Review)
(859) 35*****
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2018 Kia Sorento SX-Limited

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

$22,418
Est. $304/mo
$787 Below market
RMV: $23,205
Price Drop, $439
Earlier Price: $22,857 (6 Nov 2024)
Mileage 41,953 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 2 Owner
80 Days in market
SILVER
SUV
V6
Automatic
AutoNation Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram FIAT North Columbus
Columbus, GA
4.0
(Based 1613 Review)
(706) 52*****
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2019 Kia Sorento SX-Limited

SX Limited 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 8A)

$18,666
Est. $253/mo
$236 Below market
RMV: $18,902
Price Rise, $66
Earlier Price: $18,600 (15 Nov 2024)
Mileage 99,314 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
272 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
V6
Automatic
Car Buy Today
Sevierville, TN
5.0
(Based 10 Review)
(865) 351*****
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2019 Kia Sorento SX-Limited

SX Limited 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 8A)

$21,491
Est. $291/mo
$686 Below market
RMV: $22,177
Price Drop, $130
Earlier Price: $21,621 (17 Nov 2024)
Mileage 62,500 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
18 Days in market
WHITE
SUV
V6
Automatic
Northwest Hyundai
Houston, TX
4.0
(Based 2807 Review)
(281) 63*****
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2019 Kia Sorento SX-Limited

SX Limited 4dr SUV AWD (3.3L 6cyl 8A)

$19,276
Est. $261/mo
$657 Below market
RMV: $19,933
Price Drop, $118
Earlier Price: $19,394 (18 Nov 2024)
Mileage 84,199 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 2 Owner
108 Days in market
WHITE
SUV
V6
Automatic
Kia of Robinson
Pittsburgh, PA
4.0
(Based 963 Review)

Vehicle History

  • Other damage reported
  • 1st owner drove an estimated 6,705 miles/year
  • 1st owner purchased on 11/16/18 and owned in PA until 04/01/21
  • Last serviced at 84,199 miles in Pittsburgh, PA on 08/16/24
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Certified 2018 Kia Sorento SX-Limited

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

$19,551
Est. $265/mo
$890 Below market
RMV: $20,441
Price Drop, $440
Earlier Price: $19,991 (15 Nov 2024)
Mileage 59,818 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
28 Days in market
WHITE
SUV
V6
Automatic
Kia of Leesburg
Leesburg, FL
4.0
(Based 2149 Review)
(352) 43*****
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2018 Kia Sorento Review


Pros

  • Upscale interior
  • Extra-long warranty coverage
  • Quiet comfortable ride
  • User-friendly infotainment system

Cons

  • Less cargo space
  • Base 4-cylinder engine underpowered
  • Cramped third row

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

Overview


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.