Pros: Generous levels of standard equipment; well-designed infotainment features; quiet cabin; comfortable ride
Cons: Cramped, hard-to-access 3rd-row seats; pricey option packages drive up prices in a hurry; 4-cylinder engine strains to provide adequate performance
CG Says: After a significant freshening for 2014, the Kia Sorento sees only a few changes of note for 2015. The front-grille detailing is revised, the latest version of Kia’s UVO infotainment system has been added, and Kia says the four-cylinder engine has been updated to provide better fuel economy. Sorento rides and handles well, aided by tidy-for-the-class exterior dimensions. A strong warranty, many available upscale features, polished road manners, and good all-around utility add to its appeal. The cramped, hard-to-reach 3rd-row seat still disappoints, but you can say the same for most like-equipped rivals. The Sorento merits serious consideration if you’re looking for a capable, high-value midsize crossover.
| Class | Midsize SUV |
| Body Style(s) | 4-door wagon |
| Passenger Count | 7 |
| Drive Wheels | front-wheel drive, all-wheel drive |
| Manufacturer | Kia |
| Nation of Manufacture | USA |
| Base Prices | 2WD LX: $24,100 AWD LX: $25,900 2WD LX V6: $26,500 AWD LX V6: $28,300 2WD EX: $31,500 AWD EX: $33,300 2WD SX: $36,500 AWD SX: $38,300 2WD SX-L: $39,900 AWD SX-L: $41,700 |
| Base Engine 2.4-liter 4-cylinder |
| Horsepower 191 |
| Std. Transmission 6-speed automatic |
| Avail. Transmission NA |
| EPA City Range (mpg) 20 |
| EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 25-27 |
| Optional Engine 3.3-liter V6 |
| Horsepower 290 |
| Std. Transmission 6-speed automatic |
| Avail. Transmission NA |
| EPA City Range (mpg) 18 |
| EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 24-25 |
