2025 KIA Sorento

The 2025 Kia Sorento builds on its reputation as a versatile, feature-rich midsize SUV with new styling updates, refreshed technology, and multiple powertrain options—including efficient hybrid and plug-in versions. What’s New & Design Updates The refreshed exterior includes Star Map LED lighting, updated grille and bumpers, and new paint colors like Cityscape Green and Volcanic Sand. X-Line and X-Pro trims receive blacked-out badging and rugged styling accents Courier Mail +15 Automoblog +15 billwalshkia.com +15 The Sun +2 Kia Media +2 TopElectricSUV +2 . Trim Levels & Pricing Base gas-only trims include LX, S, EX, SX, plus X-Line EX and SX, and the off-road-focused X-Pro SX-P. Pricing starts around $31,990 (LX FWD) and climbs to about $47,390 for X‑Pro SX‑P AWD Reddit +4 Kia Media +4 Kia Global Media Center +4 . Powertrain Options Gas Engine: 2.5 L naturally aspirated inline-four with 191 hp and 181 lb-ft, paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. AWD is available on select trims and standard on X-Pro variants Kia Media +1 Reddit +1 . 2.5 L Turbo Gas: Available on X-Line and X-Pro trims, produces 281 hp and 311 lb-ft using an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission with torque-vectoring AWD Car and Driver +15 Kia Media +15 Kia Media +15 . Hybrid (HEV): 1.6 L turbocharged engine paired with an electric motor delivers 227 hp and 258 lb-ft via six-speed automatic. EPA estimates: ~36 mpg combined (FWD), ~34 mpg (AWD) billwalshkia.com +3 cars.com +3 MotorTrend +3 . Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV): Similar engine setup with more powerful electric motor, total output 261 hp and 258 lb-ft. Offers ~30 miles electric range, ~74 MPGe, and 460-mile total range; standard AWD and towing up to 4,500 lb in X‑Pro trim Automoblog +1 MotorTrend +1 . Interior, Seating & Cargo The cabin seats six or seven using optional second-row captain’s chairs. Third-row seating offers around 29.6 inches of legroom. Cargo capacity ranges from 12.6 cu‑ft (third row up) to 75.5 cu‑ft with rear rows folded. Premium finishes include leather, dual-zone climate, panoramic sunroof, and suede headliner on higher trims route6automall.com +1 Automoblog +1 . Technology & Driver Assistance Standard is the new 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen, with dual curved 12.3‑inch displays available in higher trims. Kia’s Connected Car Navigation Cockpit (ccNC) system supports over-the-air updates, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, and digital rearview mirror. There are multiple USB‑C ports across rows MotorTrend +2 Automoblog +2 Kia Media +2 . All models include Drive Wise safety tech: forward collision avoidance, adaptive cruise control with lane centering, blind-spot and rear cross-traffic detection, intersection assist, safe-exit warning, and surround-view camera systems on SX-P and above cars.com +1 MotorTrend +1 . Driving Experience & Efficiency The hybrid and PHEV deliver smooth acceleration and near-silent electric operation in EV mode. Gas variants offer sturdier performance, particularly turbo models. Reviewers note composed ride, responsive steering, and fuel-efficient behavior, with some road harshness in rugged trims Business Insider Courier Mail MotorTrend . Recall Note A recall affects certain 2024–2025 Sorento models (ICE, HEV, PHEV) regarding a software issue in the lighting control system; affected vehicles manufactured within specified dates may require an update