What are the weaknesses of the Kia Sorento?

The Kia Sorento's weaknesses include limited third-row seating space, a less powerful base engine, and some interior materials that may not feel as premium compared to competitors.

What is the most common problem with Kia Sorento?

The most common problem with the Kia Sorento is engine issues, particularly related to excessive oil consumption and engine failure.

What are the specs of the Kia Sorento?

The Kia Sorento typically features a 2.5L 4-cylinder engine with 191 hp, an optional 2.5L turbocharged engine with 281 hp, available all-wheel drive, an 8-speed automatic transmission, and a spacious interior with seating for up to seven passengers.

Which is better, Sorento EX or LX?

The Sorento EX is generally considered better due to its more advanced features and additional options compared to the LX.

Kia Sorento 2025 Specs Comparison By Trims: Engine, Dimensions, Interior&Exterior

Kia Sorento Specifications Comparison By Trims

10 Cars Hide common specs	Sorento 2025 EX DLXTBD	Sorento 2025 EX STDTBD	Sorento 2025 EX FOPTBD	Kia Sorento 2024 2.2L LX (AWD) DSLSAR 150,648	Kia Sorento 2024 2.5L Base Option (AWD) SAR 114,998	Kia Sorento 2024 2.5L LX (RWD)SAR 139,148	Kia Sorento 2024 3.5L EX1 (AWD)SAR 161,298	Kia Sorento 2024 3.5L EX2 (AWD)SAR 193,498	Kia Sorento 2024 3.5L LX (AWD) SAR 147,198	Kia Sorento 2023 2.2L LX (AWD) DSLSAR 150,648

10 Cars Hide common specs	Sorento 2025 EX DLXTBD	Sorento 2025 EX STDTBD	Sorento 2025 EX FOPTBD	Kia Sorento 2024 2.2L LX (AWD) DSLSAR 150,648	Kia Sorento 2024 2.5L Base Option (AWD) SAR 114,998	Kia Sorento 2024 2.5L LX (RWD)SAR 139,148	Kia Sorento 2024 3.5L EX1 (AWD)SAR 161,298	Kia Sorento 2024 3.5L EX2 (AWD)SAR 193,498	Kia Sorento 2024 3.5L LX (AWD) SAR 147,198	Kia Sorento 2023 2.2L LX (AWD) DSLSAR 150,648
Engine
Engine capacity(L)	2.5	2.5	3.5	2.2 L	2.5 L	2.5 L	2.5 L	2.5 L	3.5 L	2.2 L
Horsepower (BHP)	178 BHP	178 BHP	268 BHP	177 BHP	191 BHP	178 BHP	268 BHP	268 BHP	268 BHP	177 BHP
Fuel Type				Diesel	Gasoline	Gasoline	Gasoline	Gasoline	Gasoline	Diesel
Torque (N-m)				232	247	232	331	331	332	232
Dimensions
Rim Size	19	18	20
Length	4810	4810	4810	4810	4801	4810	4810	4810	4810	4810
Width	1900	1900	1900	1900	1890	1900	1900	1900	1900	1900
Height	1695	1695	1695	1700	1684	1700	1700	1700	1700	1700
Seating Capacity				7 Seater	7 Seater	7 Seater	7 Seater	7 Seater	7 Seater	7 Seater
Wheelbase				2815	2779	2815	2815	2815	2815	2815
Trunk Capacity				320	320	320	320	320	320	320
Car Information
Vehicle Type	SUV	SUV	SUV	SUV	SUV	SUV	SUV	SUV	SUV	SUV
0-100km/h acceleration time(s)				8.7	10.0	10.3	8.7	8.7	8.7	8.7
Engine / Motor
No. of Cylinders	4	4	6	4	4	4	6	6	6	4
Displacement	2.5 Liter	2.5 Liter	2.5 Liter
Maximum speed (km/h)				190	200	190	190	190	190	190
Fuel Economy
Fuel Tank Capacity	67	67	67	70	70	70	70	70	70	70
Fuel Economy (Km/L)				10.3	11.5	12.8	10.3	10.3	10.3	10.3
Technologies
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓	✓
Automatic Headlight Range Control	✓	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	✓	✓	✓
Intelligent Key	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓
Parallel Parking Assist			✓
HUD/Head Up Display			✓
Electric Parking Brake (EPB)			✓
Moving object detection system				✓	✓	✓		✓	✓	✓
Power Steering				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Speed Sensitive Windshield Wipers				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Remote Windows Down				✓	✓	✓		✓	✓	✓
Remote Start				✓	✓	✓		✓	✓	✓
Apps				✓		✓			✓	✓
Variable Cylinder Management (VCM)				✓	✓	✓		✓	✓	✓
Road sign assist					✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring Display					✓	✓
Drive Computer					✓	✓
Cruise Control Switch on Steering					✓	✓
Cruise Control					✓	✓
Speed Sensitive Audio Volume					✓	✓
Speed Sensitive Power Steering					✓	✓
Lock and Unlock Sensing Auto Electric Folding Mirror					✓	✓
Headlight Washers					✓	✓
Trip Computer					✓	✓
Navigation System					✓	✓
Hill Assist (HAC)					✓	✓
Traffic Jam Assistant						✓
Cornering assist						✓
Exterior
Power Folding Mirror	كهربائي	كهربائي	كهربائي
Luggage Rack	✓	✓	✓
Wheels - Alloy	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓
Side Step	✓	✓	✓
Power Mirrors	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓	✓
LED Fog Lights	✓	✓	✓
Rear Fog Lamp	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓
Front Fog lights	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓			✓	✓
Chrome Door Handles	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Wind Blocker				✓	✓	✓			✓	✓
Trailer hitch with cover				✓					✓	✓
Panoramic Sunroof				✓	✓	✓			✓	✓
Mudguard - Front				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Electric Sunroof				✓	✓	✓		✓	✓	✓
Chrome Exhaust Pipes				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Adaptive Brake Lights					✓	✓
Towing Hook					✓	✓
Tonneau Cover					✓	✓
Skid plates					✓	✓
Roof Spoiler					✓	✓
Roof Rails					✓	✓
Rear Wiper					✓	✓
Rear Blinds					✓	✓
Puddle Lamp					✓	✓
LED Taillights					✓	✓
Illuminated Door Sills					✓	✓
Illuminated Door handles					✓	✓
High Mount Stop Lamp					✓	✓
Bonnet Light					✓	✓
Headlamps - Halogen					✓	✓
Frameless Doors					✓	✓
Footwell Lights					✓	✓
Cornering Lights					✓	✓
Xenon Headlamps					✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rear View Mirror					✓	✓
Auto Retractable Hardtop Roof					✓	✓
Auto Headlamps					✓	✓
Adaptive Headlights					✓	✓
Acoustic Front Windshield					✓	✓
Body Colored Mirrors					✓	✓
Chrome Door Mirrors					✓	✓
Chrome Plated Radiator Grille					✓	✓
Front Bumper - Normal						✓
Interior
Seat Adjustment - Electric	Driver Seat		Front Row Seats
Automatic AC	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓
Leather Seats	✓		✓		✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓
Manual AC	✓	✓	✓
Air Conditioner (AC)	✓	✓	✓
Wireless Cell Phone Charging	✓	✓	✓
Ambient Lighting	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓
Instrument Screen Size (Inches)			12.3
Heated Seats			Front Row Seats		Driver Seat	Driver Seat
Ventilated Seats			Front Row Seats			✓
Seat Memory			Driver Seat		✓	✓
Seat Material			NAPPA LEATHER
Rearview Mirror for Streaming Media			✓
Center Console Box				✓	✓	✓			✓	✓
Wood Trim				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Alloy Pedals				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Active Headrests				✓		✓			✓	✓
Cargo area tie down anchors				✓	✓	✓			✓	✓
Rear Cupholders				✓	✓	✓			✓	✓
Acoustic Hood				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Multi info				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Power Outlets				✓	✓	✓		✓	✓	✓
Cigar Lighter				✓	✓	✓			✓	✓
Interior central locking					✓	✓
Lumbar Support - Manual					✓	✓
Center Arm Rest					✓	✓
Compass					✓	✓
Leather gear shift lever					✓	✓
Leather Covered Door Armrest					✓	✓
Radio					✓	✓
Odometer					✓	✓
Foldable Rear Seats					✓	✓
Silver Trim					✓	✓
Power Windows - Front and Rear					✓	✓
Foldable Rear Seats with 60:40 Split					✓	✓
Rear Pockets					✓	✓
Rear AC Vents					✓	✓
Cargo Light					✓	✓
Electronic handbrake					✓	✓
In-car vanity mirror					✓	✓
Cup Holder					✓	✓
Leather instrument panel						✓
Toolkit						✓
Sport Pedals						✓
Comfort
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓
Power Tailgate	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓
Push Button Start	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓
Parking sensor rear	✓	✓	✓
Parking sensor front	✓	✓	✓
Rear Camera	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓
Steering Adjustment	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓
360 Degree Camera			✓
360 Degree camera				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Rear AC Controls				✓		✓			✓	✓
Electric Curtain - Rear				✓					✓	✓
Temperature Display				✓	✓	✓			✓	✓
Welcome Light				✓	✓	✓			✓	✓
Electronic engine immobilizer					✓	✓
Rear Defogger					✓	✓
Keyless Entry					✓	✓
Seats - Comfort						✓
Safety
Number of Airbags	6	6	2
Door Mirrors with Side Turn Signal	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓
EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution)					✓	✓
ABS	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓
Lane Following Assist			✓
Collision Detection			Front	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Blind Spot Warning			✓		✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist			✓
Door Reflectors				✓	✓	✓			✓	✓
Electric anti-dazzling room mirror				✓		✓			✓	✓
Tire Repair Kit				✓	✓	✓			✓	✓
Security System				✓					✓	✓
Pedestrian airbag				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
First Aid Kit				✓	✓	✓			✓	✓
Fire Extinguisher				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Door Edge Protector				✓	✓	✓		✓	✓	✓
Crosswind Assist				✓					✓	✓
Active Understeer Control (AUC)				✓	✓	✓		✓	✓	✓
Active Bonnet				✓	✓	✓			✓	✓
Acceleration Skid Control				✓					✓	✓
Knee Bag - Driver				✓		✓			✓	✓
Auto Door Lock				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System					✓	✓
Runflat Tyres					✓	✓
Advanced Air Bags System (AABS)					✓	✓
Speed Limiter					✓	✓
Crash Auto Door Unlock					✓	✓
Spare Wheel					✓	✓
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)					✓	✓
Seatbelt pretensioner - Front Only					✓	✓
Parking Sensors - Front and Rear					✓	✓
Child Seat Interface (ISOFIX)					✓	✓
Active braking					✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning					✓	✓
Rollover stability control						✓
Wheels/brakes
Disc Brakes - Rear	✓	✓	✓
Disc Brakes - Front	✓	✓	✓
Front Tire Size	255/45 R20	255/45 R20	255/45 R20
Rear Tire Size	255/45 R20	255/45 R20	255/45 R20
Rear Brakes - Ventilated Discs				✓					✓	✓
Front Brakes - Ventilated Discs				✓	✓	✓			✓	✓
Premium Brake Calipers					✓	✓
Wheels - Chrome					✓	✓
Aluminum Wheels					✓	✓
Chassis & Steering
Steering Type	MOTOR DRIVEN POWER STEERING	MOTOR DRIVEN POWER STEERING	MOTOR DRIVEN POWER STEERING
Drive Type				All Wheel Drive	All Wheel Drive	Rear Wheel Drive	All Wheel Drive	All Wheel Drive	All Wheel Drive	All Wheel Drive
Dynamic Damper Control					✓	✓
Adaptive Suspension Package					✓	✓
Transmission
Paddle Shifters	✓	✓	✓
transmission case	8-SPEED AT (E-Shift/ SBW)	8-SPEED AT (E-Shift/ SBW)	8-SPEED AT (E-Shift/ SBW)
Transmission type	6 Speed AT	6 Speed AT	8 Speed AT, E-Shift/ SBW	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic
Differential Lock					✓	✓
Infotainment
Rear Screen Size	12.3	12.3
Voice Recognition Control System	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓
USB	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓
Bluetooth	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓
Android Auto	✓	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay	✓	✓	✓
Premium Brand Audio System					✓	✓
Touch Screen Size			12.3
HDMI				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
SD Card					✓	✓
MP3					✓	✓
AUX					✓	✓
DVD					✓	✓
CD Player					✓	✓
Microphone					✓	✓
Touchscreen					✓	✓

⋅configuration information is for reference only, please refer to the actual vehicle for specifics.

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FAQs about Kia Sorento

The Kia Sorento's weaknesses include limited third-row seating space, a less powerful base engine, and some interior materials that may not feel as premium compared to competitors.
The most common problem with the Kia Sorento is engine issues, particularly related to excessive oil consumption and engine failure.
The Kia Sorento typically features a 2.5L 4-cylinder engine with 191 hp, an optional 2.5L turbocharged engine with 281 hp, available all-wheel drive, an 8-speed automatic transmission, and a spacious interior with seating for up to seven passengers.
The Sorento EX is generally considered better due to its more advanced features and additional options compared to the LX.

Kia Sorento Specifications Comparison By Trims

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FAQs about Kia Sorento

What are the weaknesses of the Kia Sorento?

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What are the specs of the Kia Sorento?

Which is better, Sorento EX or LX?