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2021 Kia Sorento S
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2021 Kia Sorento S

S 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 8A)

$18,499
Est. $251/mo
$3,782 Below market
RMV: $22,281
Price Drop, $200
Earlier Price: $18,699 (13 Nov 2024)
Mileage 72,781 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
154 Days in market
SILVER
SUV
I4
Automatic
Florida Fine Cars West Palm
West Palm Beach, FL
4.0
(Based 3678 Review)
(561) 47*****
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2020 Kia Sorento S
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2020 Kia Sorento S

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

$12,999
Est. $176/mo
$2,708 Below market
RMV: $15,707
Price Drop, $1,000
Earlier Price: $13,999 (2 Nov 2024)
Mileage 106,507 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
60 Days in market
GRAY
SUV
V6
Automatic
Country Motors
Toms River, NJ
4.0
(Based 132 Review)
(732) 24*****
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2020 Kia Sorento S
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2020 Kia Sorento S

S 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 8A)

$19,419
Est. $263/mo
$2,235 Below market
RMV: $21,654
Price Drop, $500
Earlier Price: $19,919 (13 Nov 2024)
Mileage 20,243 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
66 Days in market
WHITE
SUV
V6
Automatic
Los Angeles Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram
Los Angeles, CA
4.0
(Based 1275 Review)
(833) 86*****
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2021 Kia Sorento S

S 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 8A)

$19,100
Est. $259/mo
$2,623 Below market
RMV: $21,723
Price Drop, $434
Earlier Price: $19,534 (19 Nov 2024)
Mileage 86,250 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
29 Days in market
RED
SUV
I4
Automatic
Honda Marysville
Marysville, OH
4.0
(Based 3540 Review)
(937) 64*****
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2021 Kia Sorento S

S 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 8A)

$20,995
Est. $285/mo
$2,856 Below market
RMV: $23,851
Price Drop, $500
Earlier Price: $21,495 (20 Nov 2024)
Mileage 55,460 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
65 Days in market
GRAY
SUV
I4
Automatic
Audi Bethesda
Chevy Chase, MD
4.0
(Based 262 Review)
(877) 82*****
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2021 Kia Sorento S

S 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 8A)

$24,800
Est. $336/mo
$2,676 Below market
RMV: $27,476
Price Drop, $1,022
Earlier Price: $25,822 (19 Nov 2024)
Mileage 18,801 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
140 Days in market
RED
SUV
I4
Automatic
Cardinal Buick GMC
Belleville, IL
4.0
(Based 1925 Review)
(618) 23*****
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2021 Kia Sorento S

S 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 8A)

$20,498
Est. $278/mo
$3,185 Below market
RMV: $23,683
Price Drop, $500
Earlier Price: $20,998 (20 Nov 2024)
Mileage 38,902 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 2 Owner
79 Days in market
RED
SUV
I4
Automatic
HGreg.com Orlando
Orlando, FL
4.0
(Based 8600 Review)
(833) 33*****
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2020 Kia Sorento S

S 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 8A)

$18,000
Est. $244/mo
$1,990 Below market
RMV: $19,990
Price Drop, $250
Earlier Price: $18,250 (31 Oct 2024)
Mileage 46,007 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
40 Days in market
BLUE
SUV
V6
Automatic
Hugasian Motors
Sturtevant, WI
4.0
(Based 64 Review)
(262) 88*****
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2021 Kia Sorento S

S 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 8A)

$22,282
Est. $302/mo
$2,647 Below market
RMV: $24,929
Price Drop, $1,710
Earlier Price: $23,992 (8 Nov 2024)
Mileage 36,108 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
78 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
I4
Automatic
Blasius of Middletown
Middletown, CT
4.0
(Based 99 Review)
(860) 31*****
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2021 Kia Sorento S

S 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 8A)

$20,076
Est. $272/mo
$2,494 Below market
RMV: $22,570
Price Drop, $295
Earlier Price: $20,371 (14 Nov 2024)
Mileage 66,132 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
51 Days in market
GRAY
SUV
I4
Automatic
Riverside Chevrolet
Riverside, CA
4.0
(Based 2903 Review)
(951) 40*****
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2020 Kia Sorento S

S 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 8A)

$19,877
Est. $269/mo
$1,740 Below market
RMV: $21,617
Price Drop, $100
Earlier Price: $19,977 (13 Nov 2024)
Mileage 28,289 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
36 Days in market
RED
SUV
V6
Automatic
Coulter Nissan
Surprise, AZ
4.0
(Based 1487 Review)
(833) 78*****
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Certified Pre-Owned
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Certified 2021 Kia Sorento S

S 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 8A)

$19,299
Est. $262/mo
$2,122 Below market
RMV: $21,421
Price Drop, $700
Earlier Price: $19,999 (13 Nov 2024)
Mileage 72,623 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
47 Days in market
GRAY
SUV
I4
Automatic
Kia of Irvine
Irvine, CA
4.0
(Based 1472 Review)
(833) 29*****
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2021 Kia Sorento S

S 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 8A)

$18,085
Est. $245/mo
$2,447 Below market
RMV: $20,532
Price Drop, $2,910
Earlier Price: $20,995 (29 Oct 2024)
Mileage 91,898 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 1 Owner
27 Days in market
SILVER
SUV
I4
Automatic
Auto Bay Brandon
Brandon, FL
5.0
(Based 38 Review)
(813) 547*****
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Certified Pre-Owned
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Certified 2021 Kia Sorento S

S 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 8A)

$22,350
Est. $303/mo
$1,937 Below market
RMV: $24,287
Price Drop, $50
Earlier Price: $22,400 (11 Nov 2024)
Mileage 59,941 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
94 Days in market
BROWN
SUV
I4
Automatic
Transitowne Kia of West Seneca
Buffalo, NY
4.0
(Based 1446 Review)
(716) 66*****
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2021 Kia Sorento S

S 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 8A)

$18,998
Est. $257/mo
$2,312 Below market
RMV: $21,310
Mileage 72,364 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
7 Days in market
GRAY
SUV
I4
Automatic
HGreg.com Orlando
Orlando, FL
4.0
(Based 8600 Review)
(833) 33*****
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2021 Kia Sorento S

S 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 8A)

$20,995
Est. $285/mo
$1,905 Below market
RMV: $22,900
Price Drop, $1,500
Earlier Price: $22,495 (21 Nov 2024)
Mileage 56,489 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 1 Owner
57 Days in market
WHITE
SUV
I4
Automatic
Beck & Masten Buick GMC North
Houston, TX
4.0
(Based 5136 Review)
(281) 46*****
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2021 Kia Sorento S

S 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 8A)

$23,698
Est. $321/mo
$1,292 Below market
RMV: $24,990
Price Drop, $100
Earlier Price: $23,798 (20 Nov 2024)
Mileage 30,552 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
281 Days in market
WHITE
SUV
I4
Automatic
Global Auto Mall
North Plainfield, NJ
4.0
(Based 1451 Review)
(908) 75*****
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2019 Kia Sorento S

S 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 8A)

$16,899
Est. $229/mo
$1,542 Below market
RMV: $18,441
Price Drop, $100
Earlier Price: $16,999 (19 Nov 2024)
Mileage 78,093 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
41 Days in market
SILVER
SUV
V6
Automatic
Madera Chevrolet
Madera, CA
4.0
(Based 288 Review)
(559) 67*****
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2021 Kia Sorento S

S 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 8A)

$18,499
Est. $251/mo
$1,709 Below market
RMV: $20,208
Price Drop, $300
Earlier Price: $18,799 (19 Oct 2024)
Mileage 80,905 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
178 Days in market
BROWN
SUV
I4
Automatic
Hanna Cars
Bradenton, FL
4.0
(Based 324 Review)
(941) 491*****
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Certified Pre-Owned
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Certified 2021 Kia Sorento S

S 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 8A)

$25,600
Est. $347/mo
$1,378 Below market
RMV: $26,978
Price Drop, $1,000
Earlier Price: $26,600 (15 Nov 2024)
Mileage 19,358 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
16 Days in market
WHITE
SUV
I4
Automatic
Jenkins Kia of Ocala
Ocala, FL
4.0
(Based 2132 Review)
(352) 41*****
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2020 Kia Sorento S

S 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 8A)

$15,995
Est. $217/mo
$1,495 Below market
RMV: $17,490
Mileage 84,067 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 2 Owner
37 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
V6
Automatic
Eagle Financial Auto Sales
Dallas, TX
4.0
(Based 40 Review)
(469) 37*****
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2021 Kia Sorento S

S 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 8A)

$17,950
Est. $243/mo
$2,058 Below market
RMV: $20,008
Price Rise, $249
Earlier Price: $17,701 (19 Nov 2024)
Mileage 90,761 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
21 Days in market
BLUE
SUV
I4
Automatic
All In Auto Group
Norco, CA
3.0
(Based 428 Review)
(951) 50*****
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2021 Kia Sorento S

S 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 8A)

$24,307
Est. $330/mo
$1,772 Below market
RMV: $26,079
Price Drop, $683
Earlier Price: $24,990 (14 Nov 2024)
Mileage 22,567 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
72 Days in market
GRAY
SUV
I4
Automatic
Subaru Stamford
Stamford, CT
4.0
(Based 1325 Review)
(203) 25*****
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2020 Kia Sorento S

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

$15,500
Est. $210/mo
$1,272 Below market
RMV: $16,772
Price Drop, $400
Earlier Price: $15,900 (19 Oct 2024)
Mileage 97,272 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
182 Days in market
BLUE
SUV
V6
Automatic
Best Used Cars Inc
Mount Olive, NC
3.0
(Based 44 Review)
(800) 32*****
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About 2020 Kia Sorento


3.9

Overall Rating

The 2020 Kia Sorento has been launched for a base MSRP of $26,990 and comes with minor changes to the exterior styling and features list. The 2020 Sorento retains the same 2.4L inline-4 motor producing 185 hp and a bigger 3.3L naturally aspirated V6 motor producing 290 hp. Both of them come mated to a 6-speed and 8-speed automatic transmission and comes in FWD and AWD layout. The 0-60 MPH and the quarter-mile time of 9.6 seconds and 17 seconds also remain identical to the outgoing 2019 Sorento.

Favorite of the masses, the Kia Sorento has an identity of its own in the crowded SUV market. The same ethos of this mid-size SUV is carried forward to the 2020 Kia Sorento as well. The car comes with five different trim levels, which start from a base MSRP of $26,990. The 2020 Sorento still retains the same 2.4L naturally aspirated inline-4 motor producing 185 hp and 178 lb-ft of torque mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission.

The S, EX, and SX trims get a 3.3L V6 motor producing a respectable 290 hp. Its comfortable ride, premium interiors, and unmatched versatility still manage to make the 2020 Kia Sorento one of the best choices for the family mid-size SUV buyers. Competing with the likes of 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe, 2020 Chevrolet Blazer, and the 2020 Nissan Rogue, we will find out how the 2020 Kia Sorento stacks up against the rivals in this in-depth review.

The 2020 Kia Sorento SX turned out to be the most value for money trim of the lot mainly due to the excellent V6 motor under the hood coupled with all the safety features like surround-view camera, front parking sensors, and many more coming in as standard. Interior features such as a 14-way powered driver's seat with memory support, an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with navigation, and a 10-speaker Harmon Kardon audio system are also offered as standard.

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2021 Kia Sorento S

S 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 8A)

$22,800
Est. $309/mo
$1,907 Below market
RMV: $24,707
Price Drop, $200
Earlier Price: $23,000 (15 Nov 2024)
Mileage 34,402 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 2 Owner
249 Days in market
RED
SUV
I4
Automatic
Quality Chevrolet Buick GMC
Englewood, NJ
3.0
(Based 616 Review)
(877) 75*****
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2020 Kia Sorento S

S 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 8A)

$15,300
Est. $207/mo
$943 Below market
RMV: $16,243
Price Drop, $370
Earlier Price: $15,670 (20 Nov 2024)
Mileage 99,421 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
28 Days in market
RED
SUV
V6
Automatic
Peltier Kia Tyler
Tyler, TX
4.0
(Based 1334 Review)
(903) 58*****
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2021 Kia Sorento S hybrid SUV

S 4dr SUV (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 6A)

$24,991
Est. $339/mo
$1,630 Below market
RMV: $26,621
Mileage 51,631 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
14 Days in market
WHITE
SUV
I4
Automatic
Helfman Ford
Stafford, TX
4.0
(Based 2548 Review)
(281) 20*****
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2021 Kia Sorento S

S 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 8A)

$27,857
Est. $378/mo
$1,145 Below market
RMV: $29,002
Mileage 943 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
5 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
I4
Automatic
Kia of Round Rock
Round Rock, TX
4.0
(Based 2339 Review)
(737) 27*****
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2021 Kia Sorento S

S 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 8A)

$23,498
Est. $319/mo
$1,819 Below market
RMV: $25,317
Mileage 32,368 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 2 Owner
5 Days in market
RED
SUV
I4
Automatic
HGreg Houston
Houston, TX
4.0
(Based 1574 Review)
(346) 483*****
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2020 Kia Sorento S

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

$17,900
Est. $243/mo
$1,209 Below market
RMV: $19,109
Price Drop, $2,095
Earlier Price: $19,995 (21 Nov 2024)
Mileage 67,483 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
53 Days in market
GRAY
SUV
V6
Automatic
Thornhill GM Superstore
Chapmanville, WV
4.0
(Based 228 Review)
(304) 33*****
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2020 Kia Sorento Review


Pros

  • Modern and silent cabin
  • Impressive standard warranty
  • Loaded with tech and safety features
  • Brilliant ride quality

Cons

  • Third-row is hard to get in
  • Mediocre acceleration
  • Compromised cargo space
  • Vague steering

The 2020 Kia Sorento has been launched for a base MSRP of $26,990 and comes with minor changes to the exterior styling and features list. The 2020 Sorento retains the same 2.4L inline-4 motor producing 185 hp and a bigger 3.3L naturally aspirated V6 motor producing 290 hp. Both of them come mated to a 6-speed and 8-speed automatic transmission and comes in FWD and AWD layout. The 0-60 MPH and the quarter-mile time of 9.6 seconds and 17 seconds also remain identical to the outgoing 2019 Sorento.

Overview


Favorite of the masses, the Kia Sorento has an identity of its own in the crowded SUV market. The same ethos of this mid-size SUV is carried forward to the 2020 Kia Sorento as well. The car comes with five different trim levels, which start from a base MSRP of $26,990. The 2020 Sorento still retains the same 2.4L naturally aspirated inline-4 motor producing 185 hp and 178 lb-ft of torque mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission.

The S, EX, and SX trims get a 3.3L V6 motor producing a respectable 290 hp. Its comfortable ride, premium interiors, and unmatched versatility still manage to make the 2020 Kia Sorento one of the best choices for the family mid-size SUV buyers. Competing with the likes of 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe, 2020 Chevrolet Blazer, and the 2020 Nissan Rogue, we will find out how the 2020 Kia Sorento stacks up against the rivals in this in-depth review.

Pricing and Features
7.5/10


"The ritzy SX Limited and its lofty price are gone, but the one-step-down SXtrim of the Sorento provides most of the important content."-Caranddriver.com

The 2020 Kia Sorento comes in five different trims, namely L, LX, S, EX, and SX trims. The lower trims like L and LX come with the 2.4L naturally aspirated inline-4 motor producing 185 hp and 178 lb-ft of torque. Apart from that, all the other trims get a bigger 3.3L naturally aspirated V6 motor punching out 290 hp. Both the motors are mated to the same 6-speed and 8-speed automatic transmissions. Apart from that, the 2020 Kia Sorento also gets 19-inch alloy wheels, mildly redesigned front and rear, and navigation support on the top-of-the-line SX trim.

The 2020 Sorento also comes with a big optional extras and packages list which includes a washer heater, puddle lights, side step bars, crossbars, and paint protection packages. Safety and driver-assistance features like emergency braking assist, blind-spot detection, lane departure warning, post and pre-collision safety system, etc are also offered as standard with the highest SX trim.

Trims

L

LX

S

EX 

SX

MSRP (FWD)

$26,990

$28,090

$33,190

$35,490

$40,090

MSRP (AWD) - $29,890 $34,990 $37,290 $41,890

Key Features

Reclining rear seats

Adds/Upgrades to L trim -

Adds/Upgrades to LX trim -

Adds/Upgrades to S trim -

Adds/Upgrades to EX trim -

 

Apple CarPlay

Blindspot warning accident avoidance system

Interior air filtration and Rear ventilation ducts with fan control

Panoramic Sunroof w/ Power Sunshade

Reverse tilt dual mirrors

 

Front, rear, and 3rd-row cupholders

Heated front seats with front seatback storage

8-way power-adjustable driver seat with power-adjustable lumbar support

Adaptive cruise control

Universal remote transmitter

 

Multifunction steering wheel

4 one-touch power windows

Keyless ignition and Hands-free entry

Front fog/driving lights

Front, side, and a rearview camera

 

Android Auto

Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control

Leather steering wheel

Leather upholstery

Mahogany leather upholstery

 

A 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system

 

Rear parking sensors

Gloss Black Front Grille

Front and rear parking sensors

 

Heated mirrors with Turn signals

 

19-inch alloys

 

10-speaker Harman/Kardon Premium Audio System with Satellite radio

 

Rearview camera

 

 

 

10-way power driver seat and 8-way power passengers seat

 

Variable Intermittent Windshield Wipers

 

 

 

Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support

 

4-way adjustable manual front seats

 

 

 

 


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  • Sibling Rivalry: Kia Sorento Vs Hyundai Santa Fe

  • Kia CV All-Electric Crossover To Make Official Debut In March

Buying Advice


The 2020 Kia Sorento SX turned out to be the most value for money trim of the lot mainly due to the excellent V6 motor under the hood coupled with all the safety features like surround-view camera, front parking sensors, and many more coming in as standard. Interior features such as a 14-way powered driver's seat with memory support, an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with navigation and a 10-speaker Harmon Kardon audio system are also offered as standard.

Check out the Warranty, Maintenance Costs, and Reliability Ratings of the 2020  Kia Sorento! >>

Engine and Performance
7.0/10


"The Sorento's V-6 acquits itself well against competitors in both the two- and three-row classes."-Caranddriver.com

Like its outgoing model, the 2020 Kia Sorento still retains its two-powerplants. The lower two trims come with the 2.4-liter inline-4 motor that pumps out 185 hp and 178 lb-ft of torque and the power is transferred to both front wheels and all wheels, with an optional AWD system. However, if you want more thrilling performance, you can go directly for the 3.3-liter naturally aspirated V6 engine found in the S trim and above, and that makes 290 hp and 255 lb-ft of torque.

The base 2.4L inline-4 motor of the 2020 Kia Sorento comes mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission with selectable drive modes on offer. However, the 3.3L naturally aspirated V6 motor comes with an 8-speed Sportmatic torque converter automatic transmission. Both the AWD and FWD drivetrain layout are also offered with both motors.

Trying some rapid sprints with the inline-4 powered Sorento is not a very noble idea, however, the V6 model does promise stronger propelling power. With the 2.4L Inline-4, the 2020 Sorento takes 9.6 seconds to complete the 0-60 MPH run and 17 seconds for reaching the quarter-mile. However, 2020 Sorento's with the 3.3L V6 does the same in 7.6 seconds. The 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2020 Chevy Blazer are quicker than the 2020 Sorento in the 0-60 MPH test, coming in at 8.9 seconds and 7.9 seconds, respectively. The 2020 Nissan Rogue gave out the worst 0-60 MPH time of 10.1 seconds.

Models

2020 Kia Sorento

2020 Hyundai Santa Fe

2020 Chevrolet Blazer

2020 Nissan Rogue

MSRP

$26,990

$25,900

$28,800

$25,300

Engine

2.4L  Inline-4

2.4L Turbo Inline-4

2.5L Inline-4

2.5L Naturally Aspirated Inline-4

Drivetrain

FWD

FWD FWD FWD

Transmission

6-speed shiftable automatic

8-speed shiftable automatic

9-speed shiftable automatic

CVT

Power (hp @ rpm)

185 hp @ 6,000 RPM

185 hp  @ 6,000 RPM

193 hp @ 6,300 RPM

170 hp @ 6,000 RPM

Torque (lb-ft @ rpm)

178 lb-ft @ 4,000 RPM

178 lb-ft @ 4,000 RPM

188 lb-ft @ 4,400 RPM

175 lb-ft @ 4,400 RPM

0-60 MPH

9.6 seconds

8.9 seconds

7.9 seconds

10.1 seconds

Quarter Mile

17.0 seconds

16.7 seconds

16.1 seconds

17.0 seconds

Top Speed

123 MPH

N/A 120 MPH 122 MPH

Though we were impressed with the excellent performance on offer from the V6 motor of the 2020 Sorento, we were not very happy with the vague and imprecise steering on offer. Barring that, the 2020 Kia Sorento was able to take the corners without posing too many problems to the driver. However, it is still not as dynamically excellent as the 2020 Mazda CX-9, which is the benchmark for the segment. Nevertheless, the ride quality and braking performance of the 2020 Sorento were top-notch.


Also Read:

  • How well does the Chevrolet Blazer handle around corners?
  • What are the specs and configurations of the 2020 Kia Sorento?

Fuel Economy
7.0/10


An aspect where the 2020 Kia Sorento surprises the most is its acceptable fuel economy, despite its diverse character. Offering an MPG figure of 22 MPG in the city, 29 MPG on the highway, the 2020 Sorento came out with a respectable 25 MPG of combined gas mileage.

Models

2020 Kia Sorento

2020 Hyundai Santa Fe

2020 Chevrolet Blazer

2020 Nissan Rogue

MPG (City)

22

22

21

26

MPG (Highway)

29

29

27

33

MPG (Combined)

25

25

23

29

Fuel Capacity (Gallons)

18.8

18.8 19.4 14.5
Range (City/highway/Combined) (mi)

414/545/470

414/545/470 407/524/446 377/479/420

The 2020 Kia Sorento equipped with the bigger 3.3L V6 motor managed to give out 19 MPG in the city and 26 MPG on the highway, with a combined rating of 22 MPG. Both the moniker also comes with an 18.8-gallon fuel tank capacity, which helps the Sorento with the inline-4 motor to give out an excellent 414 miles of range in the city and 545 miles of range on the highways.

Even though the 25 MPG of combined gas mileage offered by the 2020 Kia Sorento is similar to that of the 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe, the 2020 Nissan Rogue takes the crown for being the most fuel-efficient offering of the segment, giving out the best in class combined gas mileage of 29 MPG. The 2020 Chevrolet Blazer turned out to be the gas guzzler of the lot with combined gas mileage of 23 MPG.


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Interior
8.0/10


"The cabin is thoughtfully designed for the most part, faltering mainly in third-row access — inevitable perhaps given the Sorento's tweener class size."-Edmunds.com

On the inside, the 2020 Sorento keeps things pretty clean and simple. The 2020 Kia Sorento comes in three different interior color schemes, namely light gray, full-black, and mahogany leather. The 2020 Sorento also gets a whole host of interior features like a reclining rear seat, panoramic sunroof, a 7-inch or 8-inch infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, dual-zone automatic climate control system, and heated and cooled front seats.

Since the 2020 Kia Sorento has tried to carve out maximum utility from a smaller wheelbase, it does struggle with its rearmost passenger room. Even in the first two rows, the 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe offers more space. However, in comparison to the 2020 Blazer and the 2020 Rogue, the 2020 Sorento turned out to be slightly more spacious. The cargo capacity of 11.3 cubic feet is also the lowest of the lot in comparison to 39.3 cubic feet offered by the 2020 Rogue.

Models

2020 Kia Sorento

2020 Hyundai Santa Fe

2020 Chevrolet Blazer

2020 Nissan Rogue

Seating Capacity

7 5 5 5

Front Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in)

39.5/59.1/44.1

41.2/59.1/44.1

39.8/59.1/41.0

41.6/56.6/43.0

Second Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in)

39.3/58.0/39.4

39.2/58.3/40.9

38.6/58.6/39.6

38.5/55.9/37.9

Third Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in)

36.3/52.8/31.7 N/A N/A N/A

Cargo Capacity (ft3)

11.3

35.9

30.5

39.3

Infotainment needs in the 2020 Kia Sorento are taken care of by a 7.0-inch touch screen in all trims except the top-of-the-line SX, which gets an 8.0-inch unit. This infotainment system comes standard with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, and USB connectivity. For audiophiles, there is an available 10-speaker Harman Kardon audio system that offers a brilliant audio experience. The 7.0-inch infotainment screen feels a bit dated now and is also not as large as its modern rivals. However, the system responds actively to driver inputs and has clear graphics along with a clutter-free menu, making it pretty intuitive to use.

Some of the key interior and infotainment features on offer from the 2020 Kia Sorento are mentioned below:

  • Kia UVO 7.0-inch/8-inch touchscreen infotainment screen
  • Apple Carplay and Android Auto
  • 10-speaker Harman/Kardon audio
  • Satellite radio
  • Bluetooth Wireless Technology Hands-free Connectivity
  • Leather upholstery
  • Heated and cooled front seats
  • Dual-pane panoramic sunroof
  • Climate control

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Exterior
7.5/10


"There are modest styling updates front and rear, and the Sorento has a more consolidated trim levels."-Caranddriver.com

Take a look at the 2020 Kia Sorento and you are very likely to think of it as a two-row mid-size crossover. The 2020 Sorento gets an updated front and rear fascia in comparison to the outgoing 2019 model and also retains the striking LED fully automatic projector headlights with LED DRLs. Along with that, the 2020 Sorento also gets massive 19-inch alloy wheels wrapped in P235/55 R19 all-season tires, making it grip and look impeccable. The side mirrors are electrically adjustable and offer heated functionality too.

The 2020 Kia Sorento also gets subtle exterior details like a lip spoiler, a blacked-out grille with chrome surround, and an integrated roof spoiler. The 2020 Kia Sorento comes with nine exterior color schemes and many optional extras like a dual-pane panoramic sunroof, smart key system, puddle lights, and sidestep bars. Along with that, a paint protection package is on offer too.

Models

2020 Kia Sorento

2020 Hyundai Santa Fe

2020 Chevrolet Blazer

2020 Nissan Rogue

Curb Weight

3,810 lbs

3,591 lbs

3,782 lbs

3,463 lbs

Length

189.0"

187.8"

191.4"

184.5"

Width

74.4"

74.4"

76.7"

72.4"

Height

66.3"

66.1"

67.0"

66.3"

Ground Clearance

7.3"

7.3"

7.4"

7.8"

Wheelbase

109.4"

108.9"

112.7"

106.5"

The 2020 Kia Sorento looks well proportioned with its decently large length of 189" and width of 74.4". The height of 66.3" is also in line with the rest of the competitors from the segment. However, in comparison, the 2020 Chevrolet Blazer turned out to be the largest of the lot with the best in class width, height, and length. Along with that, the curb weight of 3,782 lbs of the 2020 Blazer is also lower than the 2020 Sorento, which comes at 3,810 lbs.

Some of the exterior features on offer with the 2020 Kia Sorento has been mentioned below:

  • Daytime running lights
  • Turn signal mirrors
  • Dusk sensing LED headlamps
  • LED tail lamps
  • Dual-pane panoramic sunroof
  • Hands-free entry
  • Heated mirrors
  • Aluminum rear scuff-plate
  • Puddle Lights
  • Side Step Bars

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Safety
9.9/10


The 2020 Kia Sorento received a 'Good’ rating in all the subsections of the IIHS crash test. It was also selected as the top safety pick by the organization. When it comes to the NHTSA crash test, the 2020 Sorento received an overall crash safety rating of 5-stars, with a 4-star rating in the front crash test, a 5-star rating in the side crash test, and a 4-star rating in the rollover crash test.

The 2020 Kia Sorento also comes with many advanced safety and driver assistance features to make the ride even safer. Some of the features like lane-keeping assist, blind-spot monitoring, adaptive cruise control, and the automated emergency braking are on offer. Apart from that, all the regular safety features like ABS, airbags, traction control, electronic stability control, etc are present on board as well.


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Competition
8.0/10


2020 Kia Sorento vs 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe

The 2020 Santa Fe and 2020 Sorento are basically twins and they share a lot of components. Just like the 2020 Sorento, the Santa Fe offers high-quality interiors, a comfortable ride, and a long list of tech and safety features. Surprisingly though, the 2020 Santa Fe offers a better passenger room than the Sorento despite its shorter length. However, it lacks the composure and handling of Kia. It doesn't offer the third row as well. Nevertheless, the 2020 Sante Fe turned out to be slightly faster in the 0-60 MPH and the quarter-mile time.

2020 Kia Sorento vs 2020 Chevrolet Blazer

The 2020 Chevrolet Blazer looks very modern and stylish, offers an impressive cabin with nice materials, and is quite spacious as well. The 2020 Blazer also gets a more responsive steering and a refined powertrain, making it a fun-to-drive car. However, the 2020 Sorento races ahead of the stylish Chevy with its practicality, composed ride quality, and features on offer as standard.

2020 Kia Sorento vs 2020 Nissan Rogue

The 2020 Nissan Rogue offers a comfortable drive, is roomy on the inside, has a well-proportioned design, and offers the best gas mileage of 29 MPG combined. However, the 2020 Sorento pushes the Japanese hard with its sense of practicality, value for money proposition, and a more powerful motor. The 2020 Sorento also offers a much better infotainment system and comes loaded with many driver-assistance features on the higher trims too.

Final Verdict


The 2020 Kia Sorento has a lot of things going for it. The car scored high on versatility offering a third-row seat, which all of the rivals miss out on. The cabin space and interior fit and finish are also quite impressive. Along with that, the performance on offer from the larger 3.3L V6 motor and the impeccable list of safety and infotainment features on offer makes the 2020 Sorento a preferable choice for large families who want a mid-size SUV with enough grunt to do all the chores. Hence, if you are on the lookout for a family SUV, the 2020 Kia Sorento should be on top of your list.

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