Kia2015-2020 Sorento Overview

Kia Sorento Overview (2015 - 2020)

UM

Tech Specs Summary


124 - 127 mph

8.7 - 9.0 seconds

197 hp

41.3 - 42 mpg
lb
4,052 - 4,180 lbs

23.3 - 61.2 ft3
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This generation of the Kia Sorento (UM) was produced by the Korean manufacturer Kia between 2015 - 2020. It's a front engined SUV with either all-wheel drive or front-wheel drive. There's only one power level available from a 2.2 L Inline 4 Turbo diesel engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.

Performance Pick

Performance Pick
Kia Sorento 2.2 CRDi
(2017 - 2020)
...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 1.9★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 197 hp and a power/weight ratio of 20.57 lb/hp it has a top speed of 127 mph and gets to 62 mph in 8.7 seconds.

Practicality Pick

Practicality Pick
Kia Sorento 2.2 CRDi AWD
(2015 - 2017)
...CRDi AWD

If you're more interested in practicality, then the Kia Sorento 2.2 CRDi AWD is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 774 miles and can store 23.3-61.2 cubic feet of cargo. It also has an unbraked towing capacity of 1,653 lbs and a braked towing capacity of 5,512 lbs.

Euro NCAP Results

2014
★★★★★
Adult Occupant
90%
Child Occupant
83%
Pedestrian
67%
Safety Assist
71%
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