Kia2021-present Sorento Overview

Kia Sorento Overview (2021 - present)

2021 - present

Tech Specs Summary


113 - 127 mph

8.7 - 9.7 seconds

199 - 261 BHP

40.9 - 176.6 mpg
kg
1,929 - 2,105 kg

604 - 2,011 L
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This generation of the Kia Sorento is produced by the Korean manufacturer Kia and started production in 2021. It's a front engined all-wheel drive SUV. There are five power levels available, ranging from a 199 BHP 2.2 L Inline 4 Turbo diesel engine to a 261 BHP 1.6 L Inline 4 Turbo plug-in hybrid petrol engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.

Performance Pick

Performance Pick
Kia Sorento 2.2 CRDi
(2021 - 2024)
...2.2 CRDi

If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Sorento is the Kia Sorento 2.2 CRDi which scores 1.7★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 199 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 102 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 127 mph and gets to 62 mph in 9.4 seconds.

Practicality Pick

Practicality Pick
Kia Sorento 2.2 CRDi
(2024 - present)
...2.2 CRDi

If you're more interested in practicality, then the Kia Sorento 2.2 CRDi is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.8★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 641 miles and can store 813-1,996 litres of cargo. It also has an unbraked towing capacity of 750 kg and a braked towing capacity of 2,500 kg.

Euro NCAP Results

2020
★★★★★
Standard Safety Equipment
Adult Occupant
82%
Child Occupant
85%
Vulnerable Road Users
63%
Safety Assist
87%
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