The 2025 Kia Sorento offers two powerplants--a 2.5L 4-cylinder that makes 191 horsepower and a 2.5L turbocharged 4-cylinder that makes a full 281 horsepower. Both mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission. All-wheel drive is an option across the entire lineup with the X-Line badge. The front-wheel drive Hybrid Sorento is powered by a 1.6L turbocharged four-cylinder with 227 horsepower as well as a 1.5 kWh lithium polymer battery that brings the total range to 655 miles, the hybrid powertrain has a 6-speed automatic transmission.
The Sorento comes in four front-wheel drive trim levels: LX, S, EX, SX, while the all-wheel model is available in S, X-Line EX, X-Line SX, X-Line SX Prestige, X-Line SX Prestige, X-Pro SK Prestige. The hybrid version only comes in two trims, EX and SX Prestige.
Even the base model trim is fully loaded with a rear lip spoiler, heated side mirrors with integrated turn signals, LED headlights and LED daytime running lights, 17-inch wheels, climate control, an HD satellite radio, a 6-speaker sound system, a 12.3-inch touchscreen, adaptive cruise control, 2 12V DC power outlets, wireless device connectivity, and 5 USB ports.
The SX trim adds a power liftgate, a power sunroof, roof rails, power folding side mirrors, LED fog lights, 20-inch wheels, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, heated and cooled front seats, dual-zone climate control, voice activated navigation, a mobile hotspot, wireless device charging, 7 USB ports, a 12.3-inch gauge cluster, surround view cameras, left and right blind spot view, front and rear parking sensors, front cross traffic mitigation, and a leather steering wheel.
Safety features include active lane departure, blind spot warning, forward collision mitigation with left turn assist, rear collision mitigation, a driver attention alert, a traffic sign information system.
The Hybrid Sorento features a rear spoiler, a power liftgate, heated mirrors, LED headlights, daytime running lights and fog lights, 19-inch wheels, heated front seats with power lumbar, automatic dual-zone climate control, HD satellite radio, a 12.3-inch touchscreen, voice activated navigation, mobile hotspot, and wireless device connectivity and charging.
The SX Prestige trim adds a power sunroof, power folding side mirrors, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, cooled front seats, heated rear seats, leather upholstery, driver seat memory, a 12-speaker sound system, garage door transmitter, a 120V AC power outlet, a 12.3-inch gauge cluster, rear pedestrian detection, front cross traffic mitigation, and surround view cameras.
Safety features include front and rear parking sensors, active lane departure, blind spot warning, forward collision mitigation with left turn assist, rear collision mitigation, front pedestrian detection, driver attention alert, and a traffic sign information system.
Clean Styling
Multiple Engine Options
Versatile Interior
Available All-wheel Drive
High-end Features
The Kia Sorento carries over with minimal changes for 2025 while the hybrid model gets a refreshed exterior.
The Kia Sorento competes in a crowded segment against other mid-sized SUVs. Luckily for Kia, the Sorento stands out, with bold styling and a bevy of options, making it an extremely versatile competitor. Kias is known for their great warranties and an affordable base price, and the Sorento doesn't disappoint. With a low base price and a 5-year bumper-to-bumper warranty, the 2025 Kia Sorento is extremely competitive.
