2023 Kia Sorento Hybrid Review

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2023 Kia Sorento Hybrid Review

Pros

Impressive number of standard and optional features
Roomy seating and cargo space
Sharp-looking and easy-to-use infotainment system

Cons

Limited cargo capacity with third-row seat in place
Not so compact anymore

What's new

The base S trim level has been dropped
New top-of-the-line SX Prestige trim level
Part of the fourth Sorento generation introduced for 2021

Overview

Written by automotive expert Kurt Niebuhr

2/17/2023

The 2023 Kia Sorento Hybrid is quite the specialized SUV. Smaller than the popular three-row Telluride but slightly larger than the Sportage, the Sorento is one of only a few compact SUVs to have a third row of seats. On top of that, the Sorento is available as a non-hybrid as well as a plug-in hybrid, both of which we review separately.

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2023 Kia Sorento Hybrid
SX Prestige 4dr SUV
$31,000
good price
$2,466 below market
- 24,501 miles
- No accidents, 1 owner, personal use
- 6 Seats, 36 City / 33 Hwy MPG
- Manchester Motors (54 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Bluetooth
- Navigation
- Leather Seats
- Keyless Entry/Start
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Located in Manchester, MD
Manchester Motor Company is proud to offer this wonderful 2023 Kia Sorento Hybrid in Aurora Black. WE ARE A TOP RATED DEALER BY CARFAX AND CARGURUS FO...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
34 Combined MPG (36 City/33 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: KNDRKDLG6P5158289
Stock: 8096
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 10-27-2025
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Certified 2023 Kia Sorento Hybrid
EX 4dr SUV
$27,990
good price
$1,025 below market
- 53,294 miles
- No accidents, 1 owner, personal use only
- 6 Seats, 36 City / 33 Hwy MPG
- Dulles Kia (6 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Back-up camera
- Bluetooth
- Navigation
- Keyless Entry/Start
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Located in Leesburg, VA
AWD, 1 OWNER CARFAX, THIRD ROW, CERTIFIED, APPLE CARPLAY/ANDROID AUTO, COLLISION MITIGATION, BLIND SPOT, REAR CROSS TRAFFIC, LANE KEEP ASSIST, LANE FO...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
34 Combined MPG (36 City/33 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: KNDRHDLG6P5174054
Stock: 24989A
Certified Pre-Owned: Yes
Listed since: 11-30-2025

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Powered by a turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine paired with an electric motor, The Sorento Hybrid makes a healthy 227 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque. On top of that, it gets up to an EPA-estimated 37 mpg in combined city/highway driving, which is 11 mpg more than the non-hybrid Sorento with its base engine. That's on par with the hybrid versions of the Honda CR-V and Toyota Highlander.

Kia is moving the Sorento Hybrid a bit more upmarket for 2023 by eliminating the base S trim level and adding a fully loaded SX Prestige model. That top trim level includes a digital instrument panel, standard all-wheel drive, heated and ventilated seats, and a host of other features you typically associate with much more expensive vehicles. But even the EX, the only other trim offered, is loaded with many standard features. The Sorento Hybrid also offers impressive passenger room and is equipped with a large touchscreen featuring an easy-to-use infotainment system. With the exception of a limited amount of cargo space behind the third row, negatives are few and far between for this highly rated SUV.

2023 Kia Sorento Hybrid trim level differences

The 2023 Kia Sorento Hybrid is a small SUV with three rows of seating that can carry up to six passengers (the second row has captain's chairs). It's available in two trim levels: EX and SX Prestige. Both are powered by a turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine paired to a hybrid system and a six-speed automatic transmission. Combined output is 227 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque. Front-wheel drive is standard for the EX and all-wheel drive is an option. The SX Prestige comes with AWD as standard equipment. Keep reading for our rundown of the Sorento's standard and optional features.

Which Sorento Hybrid trim does Edmunds recommend?

Thanks to its impressive list of standard equipment, we'd put our money on the EX. To make the most of the hybrid powertrain, we'd stick with the standard front-wheel drive, but if you live with inclement weather and need the all-wheel drive, you get a panoramic sunroof as part of the extra cost.Compare 2023 Kia Sorento Hybrid trim levels

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Reliability

The 2023 Kia Sorento Hybrid has a 5 years / 60,000 miles basic warranty and 2 recalls. Below you’ll find our owner reviews.

Recalls

2 recalls found

Checking if a car has a recall is simple. Just type the car's VIN number into the NHTSA website (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls). If there's an unrepaired recall, you'll see it there.

If a recall shows up, just call your local car dealer. They'll know about the recall and will work with the car maker to fix it for free (if the recall happened within 10 years of the car being first sold).

Recall Number:: 23V610000
Manufacturer Recall Number:: SC280
Number of vehicles affected:: 144979
Defect Description:: Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Sorento, Sorento Hybrid, and Sorento Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) vehicles. The mounting clips for the rearview camera may break, which can cause the rearview camera image not to appear properly on the display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Defect Consequence:: A rearview camera that does not properly display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera housing, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 27, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC280.

Recall Number:: 22V703000
Manufacturer Recall Number:: SC249
Number of vehicles affected:: 70887
Defect Description:: Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Sorento, 2021-2022 Sorento Hybrid (HEV), 2022-2023 Sorento Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV), and 2017-2022 Sportage vehicles equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Kia dealership. Debris and moisture accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.
Defect Consequence:: A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect the vehicle, and, as necessary, replace the fuse and/or tow hitch harness module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC249.

Warranty

5 years / 60,000 miles Basic Warranty

Basic Warranty: 5 years / 60,000 miles
Drivetrain Warranty: 10 years / 100,000 miles
Hybrid component Warranty: 10 years / 100,000 miles
Rust Warranty: 5 years / 100,000 miles
Roadside assistance Warranty: 5 years / 60,000 miles

Kia Sorento Hybrid Reviews

Owner Reviews

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Most Helpful Owner Reviews

Like The Car, But Be Warned

James S., 11/30/2022

2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid S 4dr SUV (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 6A)

I had driven a Hyundai Sonata hybrid for many years and loved the car. My wife was the pleased owner of a Kia, so when I saw a 2022 Sorento hybrid become available at a relatively good price, I decided to make the switch from my Sonata. The Sorento hybrid is an impressive vehicle. Despite the reports from some owners of disappointing fuel economy, I have been getting 40 MPG. … Amazingly enough, that is even better than the mileage my Sorento hybrid had afforded, despite the Sorento being a larger vehicle. The gas station trips will be few and far between. The Sorento is also equipped with numerous interesting technological features. There are even two levels of lane-assist driving. Not something that I have elected to use, but it might come in handy for those wishing to take a cat nap while driving. I am pleased with the ride quality, and the six passenger seating comes in handy with the grandkids (though I would have preferred seven passenger bench seating). Now for the caveat. On my fifth day of ownership, I repeatedly tried to start the car without success. The interior lights worked, but the car was otherwise as dead as a doornail. I wound up contacting the Kia road service that was part of the warranty, fearing wisely that the car might ultimately have to be towed all the way to a Kia dealership. After the usual two hour wait, a tow truck did arrive. The driver tried, also without success, to jump start the car, then tried to shift the car to neutral so that it could be towed in the normal fashion. That brings us to the first major issue. The car was designed with an unusual rotary shift dial on the center console. Without power, there is no way to shift the car to neutral. Normally, such a vehicle will also be equipped with a "shift lock release" somewhere on the console or dash to compensate for this and to allow an emergency shift to neutral. But as far as anyone can tell (and that includes the local Kia dealers and the national Kia road service personnel), this car lacks that feature. That is a very fundamental design problem. To return to the narrative, the first tow driver departed and informed me that he had called for a second truck to come out. Well, after waiting another two hours, that second driver appeared and simply went through the same futile motions. I was then promised a third truck that would be properly equipped to deal with the issue. That truck did not arrive until late the following morning. The driver had to employ a wheel lift and dollies to transport the car to the dealership. Needless to say, most tow trucks do not come equipped with these mechanisms. The bottom line is that it was almost 24 hours before the car was to get to the Kia service center. But that was just the start of the odyssey. The dealership was initially unable to figure out the source of the problem. They admitted that the hybrid was so new that they were not really familiar with the technology of the vehicle. They had to coordinate for several days with engineers at Kia central headquarters before diagnosing the issue as a defective starter button. So that should be quickly rectifiable, right? Wrong. I was told that it would take around 5 business days to get a new switch! That is a clear indication that certain essential parts for this car are not being stocked regionally. But even so, one would think that the equipment would be sent for overnight delivery as a simple courtesy for Kia customers. Well, apparently not. As it turned out, it took nine days for the item to arrive. In total, I was without the Sorento for a couple of days short of three weeks. The one saving grace is that after about a week without the vehicle, the dealership provided a rental car through Enterprise. Without that, I would have been beside myself. Was this untoward experience an extraordinary occurrence? Probably. As I mentioned, I am otherwise impressed with the vehicle. But potential buyers should at least be aware of the issues I encountered.

Prestige line

6'6" Mike, 12/04/2022

2023 Kia Sorento Hybrid SX Prestige 4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 6A)

The safety features, lane assist, side cameras, top down 360 view, ventilated front seats, and overall smooth ride make this feel like a luxury vehicle in a more affordable price range. I'm 6'6" 290 pounds and have no problems fitting in this vehicle comfortably. Second and Third row seating flip down to unveil an incredibly massive cargo area capable of holding two or three full Costco …

WOW!! Great mileage

Grampa, North Hampton,NH, 08/17/2023

2023 Kia Sorento Hybrid SX Prestige 4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 6A)

The Kia Sorento hybrid is full of so many features that we continue to be amazed. What amazed us most was the incredible mileage for the first 500 miles in Eco mode----an astounding 39.3 mpg, which was much more than we expected.

Gas saving replacement!

J. Anderson, 09/12/2022

2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid EX 4dr SUV (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 6A)

I have had this vehicle almost 1 year. Compared to the Sienna I traded in I get incredible gas mileage, just about double. This is the first car we bought that has some of the modern driver enhancements, lane keeping assist, automated cruise control, along with the rear cross vehicle alert and the back up camera. I wish it had a little more cargo capacity, but overall we rarely have …

We have a limited number of reviews for the 2023 Kia Sorento Hybrid, so we've included reviews for other years of the Sorento Hybrid since its last redesign.

2023 Sorento Hybrid Highlights

Trim:

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$36,690
Engine Type	Hybrid
Combined MPG	37 MPG
Cost to Drive	$93/month
Seating	6 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	12.6 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	front wheel drive
Warranty	5 years / 60,000 miles

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Safety

Our experts like the Sorento Hybrid models:

Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go: Accelerates and decelerates the car automatically, keeping a predetermined distance between the Sorento and the car in front.
Lane Following Assist: Makes minor steering corrections to help keep the vehicle centered in its lane.
Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist: Automatically steers the car back into its lane if you try to change lanes while a car is in the vehicle's blind spot.

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
Overall4 / 5
Driver4 / 5
Passenger4 / 5
Side Crash Rating
Overall5 / 5
Side Barrier Rating
Overall5 / 5
Driver5 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings
Front Seat5 / 5
Back Seat5 / 5
Rollover
Rollover4 / 5
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of Rollover15.9%

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