2025 Kia Sorento

Price Range: $31,990 - $47,390

Very Good

The 2025 Kia Sorento is a smart choice for a three-row SUV. It's not quite as roomy as some other popular models, but it's less expensive and more enjoyable to drive. Available hybrid and plug-in hybrid versions and strong value add to the Sorento's appeal.Read full review

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$28,935

Prices based on sales in VA thru 3/2/26

Final assembly in USA

Pros

Abundance of standard and optional features
Ample second-row legroom for the class
Sharp-looking and easy-to-use infotainment system
Quiet cabin on the highway

Cons

When raised, the third row limits cargo capacity
Rides a bit too stiff and uncomfortable on rough pavement

What's new

No significant changes for 2025
Part of the fourth Sorento generation introduced for 2021

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Overview

Written by automotive expert Dan Frio

3/9/2026

If you want an SUV that can transport six or more people but don't want something too big or expensive, the 2025 Kia Sorento should be on your short list. It's smaller than Kia's Telluride, bigger than the Sportage, and has a third-row seat that is viable for occasional use. Like most other Kias, the Sorento offers an impressive suite of standard features, including wireless connectivity for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration, lane keeping assistance, and many USB charging ports. You also have the option for a powerful turbocharged engine. It's more potent than an SUV like this needs to be, and quicker than competitors like the Volkswagen Tiguan and Honda Passport, but we certainly don't mind having the extra grunt.

Cost to Drive

Monthly estimates based on costs in Virginia

$155/mo

$199/mo

Avg. Midsize SUV

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Edmunds spotlight: Recent major refresh

The 2025 Kia Sorento has a surprising amount of variety for a single nameplate. It can get a little confusing because of that, however. As part of your shopping, you'll likely see what Kia calls the X-Line and X-Pro. These are special versions that Kia hopes will appeal to the adventuring crowd. The X-Line adds roof rails, all-wheel drive and a more rugged exterior appearance. Taking things even further is the X-Pro that adds all-terrain tires and additional towing capacity to the SX-Prestige. While the Sorento X-Pro isn't going to let you tackle the Rubicon Trail, it will give you a bit more capability for dirt roads or trails or when pulling a trailer.

Competitors to consider

The Kia Sorento is one of our top recommendations for a three-row SUV. However, if you don't mind spending a little extra coin, the Kia Telluride gets a big thumbs-up from us. It offers more space, more capability and a nicer interior. It's more expensive, however. Hyundai's Santa Fe is another option. It's a lot like the Sorento and has a similar lineup of engines and features. Or if you don't really need a third-row seat, Kia's Sportage is another great pick. Read our test team's Expert Rating below to learn more about the 2025 Sorento's comfort, utility and more.

What’s it like to live with?

Our editors tested a Kia Sorento for a year to find out what it's like to with. Check out our long-term Sorento coverage to learn more about their experiences. Note that while we tested a 2021 model, most of our impressions still apply to the current Sorento.

Edmunds Expert Rating

edmunds TESTED

Driven, tested, rated by automotive expert Kurt Niebuhr

Very Good

7.7

out of 10

We drove the 2025 Kia Sorento on our test track and on real roads. Our Edmunds team conducts rigorous independent vehicle testing, driving 500,000 miles a year.

Driving experience

7.8/10

How does the Kia Sorento drive? We tested a Sorento with the optional turbocharged engine. Its 6.7-second sprint to 60 mph impressed us, as that's nearly 3 seconds faster than the similarly sized VW Tiguan. Highway merging and passing are no problem. The eight-speed transmission is an improvement over previous iterations, providing smooth, well-timed shifts.

The Sorento showed only slight nosedive when stopping from 60 mph in just 121 feet, better than average for the class. Braking distance worsens slightly on the top trim thanks to its standard all-terrain tires. Handling is similarly confidence-inspiring, but we'd like a bit more steering accuracy.

Ride comfort isn't as impressive. We felt a steady stream of jitters at lower speeds. Our test model's 20-inch wheels may have been the culprit. On the highway, the Sorento's ride is well controlled, imparting confidence and a sense of stability.

Visibility is good thanks to ample-size windows and good sight lines. The optional surround-view camera system proves helpful in tight situations.

Kia offers some of the best driver aids in this class, including available automatic lane changing. We didn't encounter any false alerts or issues during our testing.

Comfort

7.7/10

How comfortable is the Kia Sorento? All three rows of seats provide better-than-expected comfort for a small SUV. The front seats on our top-of-the-line test vehicle offered heating, ventilation, and a good range of adjustment. The second-row captain's chairs (a bench seat is standard on lower trim levels) were firm but more comfortable and supportive than bench seats found in other SUVs. The third-row seats are small and low to the floor but still offer enough support for adults. The dual-zone climate control is efficient and easy to use even if the touch-sensitive buttons aren't as responsive as traditional buttons.

Contrary to its small SUV classification, the Sorento offers ample space for adults in all three rows. You'll even find more legroom in the second row than in dedicated two-row SUVs such as the Toyota RAV4 and Honda CR-V. Taller adults will have plenty of space. Even the third row is hospitable for adults, though it's a bit of a squeeze to get back there. Getting into the Sorento is otherwise an easy affair.

The Sorento carries over many of Kia's user-friendly attributes, and buyers new to the brand will have no problem getting a handle on the interior.

In-cabin tech

9.7/10

How’s the tech? The Sorento's updated tech includes a new infotainment system and a standard 12.3-inch touchscreen and an available digital instrument cluster. Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay are standard and not reserved for just higher trims. The infotainment system is responsive and easy to use. There are USB-C ports across all three rows as well as an available wireless charger. The sound quality of the optional Bose audio system is less impressive, and we never really found a sweet spot over a wide range of music.

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2025 Kia Sorento pricing in Ashburn, VA

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Build & Price

Buying Tips for the 2025 Kia Sorento for March

Here are some tips to help you get the best deal when buying a 2025 Kia Sorento.

You can generally expect to pay less than the MSRP for a new Kia Sorento. Buyers are paying around 3.95% less than the sticker price, which translates to approximately $1,603 in savings across the model's price range.
There is a strong incentive available for new buyers. Kia is currently offering a $3,000 customer cash rebate, which is accessible across all trims. This can significantly lower your out-of-pocket costs when buying a Sorento.
The supply of new Kia Sorentos is quite high, with over 550 units available nationwide. This means you have more leverage to negotiate as dealers will be keen to move inventory that is sitting longer than the typical car, especially since Sorentos are spending well over the average 69 days on dealer lots.
For used buyers, the lowest displayed dealer price for a used Sorento is around $28,782. With over 422 used units available nationwide, there's a decent supply, which can give you some negotiating power. Keep an eye on how long these used models are sitting on lots to time your negotiations well.

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Storage & cargo

7.7/10

How’s storage and cargo? With the third-row seats up, there's only 12.6 cubic feet of cargo capacity, which equates to a row of about five grocery bags. Still, for a smaller three-row SUV, this is decent. With the third row dropped, the Sorento offers between 38.5 cubic feet and 45 cubic feet, depending on how far forward you slide the second-row seats. That's a bit more than what smaller two-row SUVs, such as the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4, offer.

Interior storage is another Sorento strong suit. There's ample, well-thought-out storage options in all three rows. Towing capacity for the Sorento with the turbocharged engine is a fairly standard 3,500 pounds, though X-Pro models can tow up to 4,500 pounds, which is far more than any other small three-row SUV.

Value

8.2/10

Is the Kia Sorento a good value? As we've come to expect from Kia, the Sorento is well equipped and well built. Even with bits of hard plastic scattered about the cabin, the Sorento features thoughtful detailing and premium touches throughout. Higher trims can be expensive, but the Sorento still manages to look and feel like a good value for the money.

Kia warranties are excellent, and the Sorento comes with five-year/60,000-mile bumper-to-bumper and 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranties. Roadside assistance is more standard at five years/60,000 miles.

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MPG

5/10

How’s the fuel economy? The EPA estimates the all-wheel-drive Sorento with the turbocharged engine, which is what we tested, returns 24 mpg combined. We got a 25.2 mpg average over our mixed-driving evaluation route. As a bonus, the turbocharged Sorento doesn't need premium gasoline. The Sorento is not as frugal as the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4, but it exceeded the mpg numbers we got for the similarly powerful Honda Passport and Subaru Ascent on our eval route.

X factor

7/10

When equipped with the optional 2.5-liter turbocharged engine, the Kia Sorento is just about as much fun in a straight line as a small SUV can be. Not only is the impressive power addictive, so is the smoothness with which the Sorento goes about gathering speed. As for the rest of the Sorento experience, if you can imagine a baby version of the popular Telluride, you're not very far off. The available X-Pro trim gives the Sorento a little personality, though despite the all-terrain tires, it's not really an off-roader.

2025 Kia Sorento trim level differences

The 2025 Kia Sorento is a small three-row SUV available in five main trim levels: LX, S, EX, SX and SX Prestige. X-Line and X-Pro versions of certain trim levels are also available. There's also a Sorento Hybrid and Sorento Plug-in Hybrid, both of which are reviewed separately on Edmunds. Compare the 2025 Kia Sorento trim levels in-depth.

Which Sorento trim does Edmunds recommend?

We think the midlevel EX trim is the way to go for the best value. It's the least expensive trim that comes with the desirable turbocharged engine.

Kia warranties are excellent, and the Sorento comes with five-year/60,000-mile bumper-to-bumper and 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranties. Roadside assistance is more standard at five years/60,000 miles.

Kia Sorento Reviews

Owner Reviews

4.1

27 reviews

5(63%)

4(11%)

3(7%)

2(11%)

1(8%)

Owners Say

The overall sentiment of the 2025 Kia Sorento is mixed. Owners love its roomy interior, sporty feel, and impressive tech features, as well as its stylish look and safety features. However, some owners have had reliability issues like transmission problems and frustrating tech interfaces, and a few found the seats uncomfortable or experienced subpar fuel economy. While some owners are thrilled with their Sorento, others are dissatisfied and regret their purchase.

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2024 Kia Sorento X-Pro Transfer Case Issue

Nigel1521, 09/17/2024

2024 Kia Sorento X-Pro SX Prestige 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 8AM)

Bought a new 2024 Kia Sorento X-PRO (Canada) in July 2024. After about 1000kms, I noticed a noise when I reversed the vehicle and applied power. The noise was like dragging gravel. The dealership did not know what the issue was initially. They found the transfer case fluid was low, and that it contained "sparkles", or tiny pieces of metal. They now have to replace the whole transfer …

We have a limited number of reviews for the 2025 Kia Sorento, so we've included review for other years of the Sorento since its last redesign.

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2025 Kia Sorento video

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NOTE: This video is about the 2022 Kia Sorento, but since the 2025 Kia Sorento is part of the same generation, our earlier analysis still applies.

2025 Kia Sorento Features & Specs

Trim:

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$31,990
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	26 MPG
Cost to Drive	$155/month
Seating	7 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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Reliability

The 2025 Kia Sorento has a 5 years / 60,000 miles basic warranty and 2 recalls. RepairPal gives it a reliability rating of 4 out of 5, ranks it #12 out of 29 among Compact SUVs.

Reliability Rating by RepairPal

4 out of 5 stars4/5Above Average

#12 out of 29 among Compact SUVs

RepairPal Reliability Ratings are based on the actual cost, frequency, and severity of unscheduled repairs and maintenance on make/model data for select 2008-2022 vehicles. The reliability of a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features.

Cost

$448/yr

vs. $465/yr
for Average Compact SUV

Frequency

0.96x/yr

vs. 1x/yr
for Average Compact SUV

Severity

12.2%

vs. 11.5%
for Average Compact SUV

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:: 25V548000
Manufacturer Recall Number:: SC349
Manufactured from:: 2025-06-02 to 2025-06-02
Number of vehicles affected:: 30
Defect Description:: Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 K4 and Sorento vehicles. The connecting rod bolts in the engine may have been improperly tightened, which can cause a loss of drive power.
Defect Consequence:: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:: Dealers will replace the sub engine assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 12, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC349.

Recall Number:: 25V006000
Manufacturer Recall Number:: SC331
Number of vehicles affected:: 74469
Defect Description:: Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Sorento, 2025 Sorento Hybrid, and 2025 Sorento Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. A software error in the Body Domain Control Unit (BDC) may cause a loss of low beam headlights and taillights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Defect Consequence:: A loss of headlights and taillights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:: Dealers will update the BDC software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 21, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC331.

Warranty

5 years / 60,000 miles Basic Warranty

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

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Safety

Key safety features on the Sorento include:

Back-up camera
Blind Spot Monitoring
Lane Departure Warning
Alarm
Tire Pressure Warning
Stability Control
Pre-collision safety system
Post-collision safety system

NHTSA Overall Rating 5 out of 5 stars

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

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%

IIHS Rating

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.

Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test	Good
Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test	Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original	Not Tested
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated	Marginal
Side Impact Test – Original	Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Updated	Good
Roof Strength Test	Not Tested
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint	Not Tested

FAQ

Is the Kia Sorento a good car?

The Edmunds experts tested the 2025 Sorento both on the road and at the track, giving it a 7.7 out of 10. Edmunds’ consumer reviews show that the 2025 Sorento gets an average rating of 4 stars out of 5 (based on 27 reviews) What about cargo capacity? When you're thinking about carrying stuff in your new car, keep in mind that the Sorento 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. Learn more

What's new in the 2025 Kia Sorento?

According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2025 Kia Sorento:

No significant changes for 2025
Part of the fourth Sorento generation introduced for 2021

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Is the Kia Sorento reliable?

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

Is the 2025 Kia Sorento a good car?

There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2025 Kia Sorento is a good car. Edmunds' expert testing team reviewed the 2025 Sorento and gave it a 7.7 out of 10. Our consumer reviews show that the 2025 Sorento gets an average rating of 4 stars out of 5 (based on 27 reviews). Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2025 Sorento is a good car for you. Learn more

How much should I pay for a 2025 Kia Sorento?

The least-expensive 2025 Kia Sorento is the 2025 Kia Sorento LX 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 8A). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $31,990.

Other versions include:

LX 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 8A) which starts at $31,990
S 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 8A) which starts at $34,890
S 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 8A) which starts at $36,890
EX 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 8AM) which starts at $38,090
EX 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 8AM) which starts at $39,590
SX 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 8AM) which starts at $41,690
X-Line EX 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 8AM) which starts at $41,790
X-Line SX 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 8AM) which starts at $43,490
X-Line SX Prestige 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 8AM) which starts at $46,390
X-Pro SX Prestige 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 8AM) which starts at $47,390