2024 Kia Sorento Hybrid

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2024 Kia Sorento Hybrid Review

byDan Frio^{Reviews Editor
Dan spent many years covering the go-fast, look-good, get-loud corners of the automotive universe. First, he served as editor of enthusiast magazines AutoSound and Honda Tuning, then as executive editor at SEMA News, the publishing arm of the trade group that produces the annual SEMA Show (yes, that show). As a contributor to Edmunds, he now likes to keep the volume low and the speed limit legal, providing expert car-shopping advice to drivers looking for the perfect match.}

Pros

Well-equipped with tech, convenience and driver assistance features
Roomy seating and cabin configuration
Impressive fuel economy

Cons

Third-row seat limits cargo capacity

What's new

The Sorento Hybrid is unchanged for 2024
Updates to the regular 2024 Sorento will come on the hybrid next year
Part of the fourth Sorento generation introduced for 2021

Overview

Let's say you're shopping for an SUV and want something that's roomier than a typical small crossover, like a Toyota RAV4 or Kia's own Sportage. Three rows of seating would be nice too. But the typical midsize three-row SUV is too bulky and expensive for you. What to do? Check out the 2024 Kia Sorento Hybrid. Just like the regular Sorento, the Hybrid is a kind of automotive umami, an alternative that sits between categories in price, size and features. As a bonus, its hybrid powertrain gets up to an estimated 37 mpg. The Sorento Hybrid's just-right size and price make it a compelling choice for a fuel-efficient family mover.

Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2024 Kia Sorento Hybrid EX 4dr SUV (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 6A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.50 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.}

Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio

$118/mo

$201/mo

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Edmunds spotlight: Still waiting for the updates

Kia has updated the regular 2024 Sorento with revised styling, a new combination digital display for the instrument panel and center touchscreen, and some improved features. Unfortunately, these changes don't come out for the Sorento Hybrid until the 2025 model year. This isn't a deal-breaker for the Hybrid necessarily, but it is something to consider if you're shopping both the regular Sorento and the Sorento Hybrid.

Competitors to consider

Given its size, hybrid powertrain and three-row configuration, the Sorento Hybrid has few direct competitors. Hybrid versions of the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4 are smaller and only offer seating for five in two rows, but they're similarly comfortable, efficient and sensible if you don't need the extra seats. The larger Toyota Highlander Hybrid delivers similar capability and more cargo space, but it costs more and gets slightly lower fuel economy. One more option is the Sorento Plug-in Hybrid. It's similar to the Sorento Hybrid but has more power and a bigger battery that allows you to drive about 32 miles on all-electric power.

Which Sorento Hybrid does Edmunds recommend?

The Sorento Hybrid comes in two trim levels only, but an abundant list of standard features makes the base EX our pick. It keeps the price down but doesn't skimp on amenities.

Kia Sorento Hybrid models

The 2024 Kia Sorento Hybrid is a three-row compact SUV that seats up to six passengers (the second row features captain's chairs). It's available in EX and SX Prestige trim levels. Both are powered by a turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine paired with hybrid componentry and a six-speed automatic transmission. Combined output is 227 horsepower. The EX comes standard with front-wheel drive and offers optional all-wheel drive. The SX Prestige comes standard with AWD. Keep reading for our rundown of the Sorento Hybrid's significant features and options.

EX
Comes well equipped with:

17-inch wheels
LED headlights
Hands-free liftgate with height adjustment
Keyless entry with push-button start
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Synthetic leather upholstery
Heated front seats
Power-adjustable driver's seat
10.25-inch touchscreen display
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration
Navigation system
Six-speaker audio system
Wireless phone charger

Standard advanced driver aids include:

Forward collision warning with automatic braking (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
Blind-spot intervention (automatically steers the car back into its lane if you try to change lanes while a car is in the vehicle's blind spot)
Rear cross-traffic warning with automatic braking (warns you if a vehicle behind you is about to cross your path while you're in reverse and can brake for you if needed)
Lane keeping system (makes minor steering corrections to help keep the vehicle centered in its lane)
Lane departure mitigation (warns you of a lane departure when a turn signal isn't used and can automatically steer to maintain lane position)
Adaptive cruise control (adjusts speed to maintain a constant distance between the vehicle and the car in front)
Front and rear parking sensors

SX Prestige
Adds to the EX's long list of standard equipment with a few more features, such as:

19-inch wheels
Power-folding side mirrors
Leather upholstery
Ventilated front seats
Additional power adjustments and position memory for driver's seat
Power-adjustable passenger seat
Heated steering wheel
Bose premium audio system
Household-style power outlet
Blind-spot camera (displays an image of the vehicle's blind spot in the instrument panel when you activate a turn signal)
Surround-view camera system (gives you a top-down view of the Sorento Hybrid and its surroundings for tight parking situations)

The main options for the Sorento Hybrid are a panoramic sunroof and LED interior lighting package, as well as a rear seat entertainment system.

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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.

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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 …

2022 KIA Sorrento Hybrid EX

THE HYBRID GUY, 01/21/2022

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

We are fascinated with the interiors and how the car exterior looks. Technology is paired with 2022. Ours have the sunroof and my wife loves it. The engine feels so much more powerful than the Mitsubishi Outlander 2018 PHEV we owned before. The major disappointment for us has been the mpg. It states 39 mpg city and 35 mpg highway and 37 mpg combined. Our combine has been about 28 mpg …

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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 …

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2024 Kia Sorento Hybrid Features Specs

Trim:

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$36,990
Engine Type	Hybrid
Combined MPG	37 MPG
Cost to Drive	$118/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’ 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.

NHTSA Overall Rating 4 out of 5 stars

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Frontal Barrier Crash Rating	Rating
Overall	4 / 5
Driver	4 / 5
Passenger	4 / 5
Side Crash Rating	Rating
Overall	5 / 5
Side Barrier Rating	Rating
Overall	5 / 5
Driver	5 / 5
Passenger	5 / 5
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings	Rating
Front Seat	5 / 5
Back Seat	5 / 5
Rollover	Rating
Rollover	4 / 5
Dynamic Test Result	No Tip
Risk Of Rollover	15.9%

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 28 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

What's new in the 2024 Kia Sorento Hybrid?

According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2024 Kia Sorento Hybrid:

The Sorento Hybrid is unchanged for 2024
Updates to the regular 2024 Sorento will come on the hybrid next year
Part of the fourth Sorento generation introduced for 2021

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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 28 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

2024 Kia Sorento Hybrid

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Overview

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2024 Kia Sorento Hybrid EX 4dr SUV (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 6A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.50 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.

Edmunds spotlight: Still waiting for the updates

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Which Sorento Hybrid does Edmunds recommend?

Kia Sorento Hybrid models

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NHTSA Overall Rating 4 out of 5 stars

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