2025 Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid Consumer Reviews
Pricing
EX (Editors' Pick) - $49,405 MSRP
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2025 Sorento Plug-In Hybrid, so we've included reviews for other years of the Sorento Plug-In Hybrid since its last redesign.
A computer on wheels
Bigglesworth, 09/09/2024
2025 Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid SX Prestige 4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 6A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
We've been mostly Honda owners and currently own a 2019 Accord. After looking at 3-row hybrids and plug-ins, we narrowed it down to a Grand Highlander, Volvo XC 90 plug in and a Kia Sorento PHEV Prestige. The Highlander was nice but a little boring on the inside and out, and with the recall, hard to find. The Volvo is very nice but the third row is very tight and at 80k a bit too rich for my taste. Then I tried the Kia, which started out being third on our list, and boy was I surprised! The interior is much roomier than I was expecting, the features list is long and it drives incredibly well. The dash is like a glass cockpit that's all digital with touch screens. The standard safety features are best in class. And the styling is edgy and much more bold than the Toyota or Volvo (the Volvo is like classic Chanel while the Kia seemed more Jason Wu). The clincher was that for the money, the Kia offered tremendous value. After several weeks of ownership, my only complaints are the radio/hvac controls are too sensitive and I often accidentally push the buttons while reaching for the volume knob. The ride while smooth is definitely on the firm side. The garage buttons don't work when the car is off. But other than that, I'm starting to think that Kia has not only caught up with the rest like Toyota but surpassed it. In the first two weeks of ownership with 700 miles of driving, I only filled up the tank once. I haven't seen a lot of 2024 or 2025 Sorentos on the road but this may be the smartest choice out there.
Sorrento suddenly died beware
Douglas v., 08/30/2022
2022 Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid SX 4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Beware, bought a 2022 kia sorento phev. Suddenly died 6 month after purchase. The worst part is customer service is terrible. Towed to a dealership and has been there for days. Customer service not answering
- Safety
- Technology
- Performance
- Interior
- Comfort
- Reliability
- Value
2025 Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid for sale near you
3 of 224 listings
- EX 4dr SUVMSRP: $51,10075 mi away
- EX 4dr SUVMSRP: $49,590455 mi away
- SX Prestige 4dr SUVMSRP: $55,140511 mi away
See all 224 listings
SOOO Much Savings!
AJK, 03/31/2022
2022 Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid SX Prestige 4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 6A)
11 of 13 people found this review helpful
The PHEV Sorento is one of the best vehicles we have ever owned. It has all the bells and whistles and gets more then 100 MPG equivalent. We only fill up the 11 gallons needed about once a month. It is incredible!
- Safety
- Technology
- Performance
- Interior
- Comfort
- Reliability
- Value
Better than Others
Dan, 04/24/2024
2022 Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid SX 4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
This car doesn't get enough good praises. Bought this used with 25k miles. We've had 3 PHEVs and this one is the most well-rounded PHEV. We had the Chrysler Pacifica PHEV, BMW X3 PHEV, and Audi Q5 PHEV. All are good but all lack in certain areas. Pacifica was great for the family. 30+ mile range on electric but had problems. BMW and Audi are good but mainly focus on speed and not range. Only ~20 mile range which is not that much. The Sorento consistently gives us 30+ miles range. It does everything right. It's not the fastest SUV, but it's quicker than the Pacifica. Our family is finally shrinking so we can deal with the smaller space. The back seat is usable for short occasions with minimal luggage. Without charging the Sorento will average ~28 mpg on the highway fully loaded. That's pretty good. What's not so good is the size of the gas tank.... The most I've ever put in was 10 gallons. With no charge you can only go around 300 miles. With a charge you can go much further. Overall, this car is worth every penny. Wish Kia made the Telluride a PHEV!!
Great EV mile range / Poor gas range
Hyunjae Jeon, 06/15/2023
2022 Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid SX Prestige 4dr SUV AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I drove about 20k miles and I had a great experience so far. Electric only range is rated 31miles but it often gets near 40miles from full charge in ideal temperature (70-90 F). In cold weathers (20-40F), it can drop to about 27miles but it is sufficient enough to get around town for chores. A couple things I want is the heatpump so that the car can blow hot air without starting the engine and self-charging capability since this car’s hybrid mode only conserves current battery charge level. Other issues I am finding are related to electronics. The wired apple carplay often lags pretty badly and making the map function completely useless. I missed an exit or missed a turn many times due to the issue. Another issue is related to the electric child lock. I owned it for about an year and already the electric child lock is dead on the passenger side door. Other than those issues, this car drives solid. Electric motor is potent enough to push the car and get up to 60mph similar to other cars on the road. Suspension is pretty hard but it is not too harsh and gives more stable feeling. I paid for no gas in town thanks to the great EV range and it saved me a lot of money. I highly suggest considering the Kia Sorento PHEV
- Safety
- Technology
- Performance
- Interior
- Comfort
- Reliability
- Value