2024 Kia Sorento Hybrid

Price Range: $26,990 - $35,990

Kia Sorento Hybrid Reviews

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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 … cartloads of items. Cons: No sunglass holder. Vents don't seem sturdy enough for clip on accessories. Piano black interior finish areas retain fingerprints and scratches very easily.
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 … more than 4 people, so we usually leave the third seat folded for trips to Costco. The acceleration is excellent, I don’t any fast 0 to 60 times but make no mistake, this vehicle is capable on the street and on the highway. Overall one of the best vehicles we have ever purchased.
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Safety

Our experts’ favorite Sorento Hybrid safety features:

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.
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FAQ

Is the Kia Sorento Hybrid a good car?

The Edmunds experts tested the 2024 Sorento Hybrid both on the road and at the track. Edmunds’ consumer reviews show that the 2024 Sorento Hybrid gets an average rating of 4 stars out of 5 (based on 38 reviews) What about cargo capacity? When you're thinking about carrying stuff in your new car, keep in mind that the Sorento Hybrid has 12.6 cubic feet of trunk space. And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a Kia Sorento Hybrid. Learn more

Is the Kia Sorento Hybrid reliable?

To determine whether the Kia Sorento Hybrid is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the Sorento Hybrid. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the Sorento Hybrid's 4-star average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more

Is the 2024 Kia Sorento Hybrid a good car?

There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2024 Kia Sorento Hybrid is a good car. Our consumer reviews show that the 2024 Sorento Hybrid gets an average rating of 4 stars out of 5 (based on 38 reviews). Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2024 Sorento Hybrid is a good car for you. Learn more

How much should I pay for a 2024 Kia Sorento Hybrid?

The least-expensive 2024 Kia Sorento Hybrid is the 2024 Kia Sorento Hybrid EX 4dr SUV (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 6A). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $36,990.

Other versions include:

  • EX 4dr SUV (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 6A) which starts at $36,990
  • EX 4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 6A) which starts at $39,290
  • SX Prestige 4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 6A) which starts at $42,790
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What are the different models of Kia Sorento Hybrid?

If you're interested in the Kia Sorento Hybrid, the next question is, which Sorento Hybrid model is right for you? Sorento Hybrid variants include EX 4dr SUV (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 6A), EX 4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 6A), and SX Prestige 4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 6A). For a full list of Sorento Hybrid models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more
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