New Kia Sorento (2025) - Excited Family SUV!

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2025 Kia Sorento
Starting at $33.365

Highs: Two engine choices, agreeable road manners, practical interior.
Lows: Some rivals offer more third-row space, maximum towing capacity is less than rivals, off-road gear only available on top model.
Verdict: While not as roomy inside as the larger Telluride, the Sorento makes up for it with a broader lineup of powertrains and options.

Overview

Mid-size SUV shoppers who wander into a Kia showroom these days are spoiled for choice. Not only is there a three-row Telluride and electric EV9, but you'll also find the 2025 Sorento, which serves a similar mission with three rows of seats, a practical cabin, and plenty of curb appeal. A nonturbo four-cylinder and front-wheel drive are standard. All-wheel drive is optional, as is a punchy 281-hp turbocharged four-cylinder. A rugged X-Pro trim sits atop the lineup and offers more off-road capability. Two hybrids are also offered—one a plug-in with up to 32 miles of electric driving per charge, but we review the Sorento Hybrid separately. The entry-level models don't penalize you for being on a budget, and Kia packs each Sorento with a competitive list of standard features, including wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a suite of driver-assists, and plenty of other conveniences. With all this praise, one might think there's no reason to pay more for a Telluride, but the Sorento's third row isn't as spacious as its big sibling’s, and its cargo hauling and towing capabilities aren’t as robust either. But if you're in the market for a mid-sizer with a third row intended for occasional use, the Sorento could fit the bill.

Pricing and Which One to Buy

The price of the 2025 Kia Sorento starts at $33.365 and goes up to $48.765 depending on the trim and options.
LX: $33,365
S: $35,965
EX: $39,465
SX: $43,065
EX X-Line: $43,165
SX X-Line: $44,865
SX Prestige X-Line: $47,786
SX Prestige X-Pro: $48,765

We like the EX. It's pricier than the base Sorento, but it comes with nicer amenities, including faux-leather upholstery, heated front seats, parking sensors, and a larger 12.3-inch infotainment display.
Engine, Transmission, and Performance

The Sorento has two engine options and is available with front- or all-wheel drive. A 191-hp 2.5-liter inline-four-cylinder engine is standard and a 281-hp turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder is available too. Both pair with an eight-speed automatic transmission and the hybrid model uses a six-speed automatic. We drove a top-of-the-line SX trim with the turbo-four and appreciated its noticeable thrust, but we wish the powertrain felt more responsive off the line. The same model delivered poised handling, a nicely isolated ride, and firm brake-pedal feedback. The X-Pro trim comes only with the turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder and gets a center locking differential, 17-inch wheels, and all-terrain tires.
0–60-MPH Times

While we haven't tested the facelifted Sorento yet, we suspect the 60 mph times we've recorded on previous model year variants will still apply. We estimate that the most powerful turbocharged trims will be capable of a 6.0-second run to 60 mph and that the nonturbo Sorentos could need as long as 9.6 seconds to hit the same speed.

[ВладимирДемидов-по]

Фантастика! Магия Высоких Технологий! Почёт и Уважение Всем, кто сделал такой Автомобиль! Вот таким должен быть Автомобиль УАЗ Патриот группы Соллерс для Чиновников и Буржуазии! Учиться, учиться, учиться!

[norywaller]

They don't last longer like Toyota, Honda, Lexus, BMW, Mercedes-Benz. The value depreciates as it gets older.

[jazzyboy]

Did yhose sport pedals come with the car...because i had to put on my own on my 2025 K5 Gt of all cars.

[rolandkrahl]

Ein ganzs großes Manko ist das Fehlen des Remote Smart Parking Assist 2 (RSPA 2) Dieser umfasst eine erweiterte intelligente Parkfunktion, die aus der Ferne das automatische Ein- und Ausparken rückwärts, vorwärts, senkrecht, diagonal und parallel ermöglicht. Das Fahrzeug erkennt Objekte in der Umgebung, regelt Geschwindigkeit sowie Gangwechsel und steuert das Fahrzeug automatisch in die Parklücke. Warum hat man diese Funktion diesem neuen, teureren Sorento entzogen? Der KIA Sorento bis Modellwechsel in 2020 hat dies noch an Bord gehabt.

[chuckwalla]

You should reword your title as "Exciting Family SUV!", not "Excited..."

[늘푸름-ms]

기아차의 정체가 케딜락으로 바뀌었네 기아의 얼굴이 언제나 고정이 되려나!

[millicentmotheogane]

Beautiful, It will nice to have price range to these cars

[KIDEMLİANALİST]

İç dış tasarım mükemmel olmuş, Türkiye paketindeki motor seçeneklerini merak ediyorum. Video için teşekkür ederim...

[canturkcivelek]

What is the Official Exterior Color name, please? Thank you..

[Deza-xw]

Kia, yı tebrik ediyorum büyük gelişme, süper araba.

[grenzzgernascoticlas]

WYATT JOHNSON on road since 1976 leave and never street line.

[황소사랑]

KIA 볼케닉 샌드 브라운~~ 하이브리드 ~~4WD (AWD) 반자율주행, 풀옵션으로 내가 구매했는데 55, 600, 000 원
출고이후 내부 방음처리 하브코팅 ~~벤츠 고급차보다 조용하고 에코모드에서 출력이 좋아 스타트가 좋음

[nnnn]

2:23 a cracked plastic surrounding that belt doesn't say much about good quality materials... I know it's just a trunk, but still... This car is too expensive to afford such cost cuttings.

[박동현-uz]

이거 무슨컬러죠??
쏘렌토 보러갔을땐 이 컬러가 없었는데 색깔 너무 이쁘네 와...

[victoire]

‎Oui, Kia est en train de faire preuve de créativité, mais les prix sont imaginaires‎