

Here's why I think the Sorento should be near the top of your list if you’re looking for a do-it-all family hauler.įirst, let’s talk about the vehicle that Kia plucked out of its fleet. In repeating the trip with the 2021 Sorento, I had plenty of time to reflect on comparing the two competitors. Last year, I took a 2020 Honda Passport to Colorado to visit family and to take in the sights. In this case, 2,500 miles of seat time in the 2021 Kia Sorento had me quite impressed.


While this provides initial impressions, there's nothing like an impromptu road trip to reveal a vehicle's strong points as well as its glaring flaws. Too often, most new car buyers make purchasing decisions based on a brief test drive around the block. NHTSA Overall Safety Rating: Not yet rated.Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined): 21/28/24.Cargo volume rear seats up/down (CU.FT.): Behind 2 nd row: 45, Behind 3 rd row: 12.6.255/45R20 all-season tires, 20” painted grey alloy wheels.8-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.2.5L 4 cyl engine 281 horsepower/311 lb-ft torque.SX Prestige FWD $40,590, SX Prestige AWD w/X-Line Package $42,590.Taking cues from its larger brother, the Telluride, the Sorento proudly spells its name out with individual letters across the tailgate.
