2025 Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid SUV Trims Comparison
Trim level differences
The 2025 Sorento PHEV is a three-row midsize SUV with room for up to six passengers. One of a small handful of plug-in hybrid SUVs available on the market, it's offered in two trim levels for the 2025 model year: EX and SX Prestige. Both Sorento PHEV trims come with a 261-horsepower plug-in hybrid powertrain that powers all four wheels through a six-speed automatic transmission. When fully charged, it has an EPA-estimated electric-only range of 32 miles. Keep reading for our breakdown of the Kia Sorento PHEV's major features and options.
Which Sorento Plug-In Hybrid trim does Edmunds recommend?
We think Kia has made the right move with the new, lower-priced EX trim. While it doesn't have all of the luxury-oriented features of the more expensive SX Prestige, it comes with nearly all of the convenience and safety features you'll need in a three-row SUV.
Compare trims side-by-side
Vehicle | Sorento Plug-In Hybrid EX | Sorento Plug-In Hybrid SX Prestige |
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Vehicle | Editors' Pick EX 1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 6A
3 for sale near you | SX Prestige 1.6L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 6A
1 for sale near you |
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Section Title | Features | Features |
Bluetooth | standard | standard |
Navigation | standard | standard |
Satellite radio | standard | standard |
Keyless Ignition | standard | standard |
Cruise control | standard | standard |
Adaptive cruise control | standard | standard |
Parking assistance | standard | standard |
Upholstery | leatherette | leather |
Heated seats | standard | standard |
Cooled/Ventilated seats | Not Available | standard |
Folding rear seats | standard | standard |
Sunroof | optional | standard |
Section Title | Specifications | Specifications |
Drivetrain | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
Engine power | 261 hp | 261 hp |
Engine torque | 258 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft |
Engine displacement | 1.6 l | 1.6 l |
Engine configuration | inline 4 | inline 4 |
Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Tire size | 235/55R19 | 235/55R19 |
Wheel size | 19 X 7.5-in | 19 X 7.5-in |
Wheel type | painted alloy wheels | painted alloy wheels |
Run flat tires | Not available | Not available |
Section Title | Fuel economy | Fuel economy |
City/Hwy/Combined MPG (Gas only) | - | - |
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe (Electric + Gas) | N/A / N/A / N/A MPGe | N/A / N/A / N/A MPGe |
Fuel Capacity | 12.4 gal. | 12.4 gal. |
Gas Driving Range (city/hwy) | - | - |
Fuel Type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
Section Title | Battery | Battery |
EPA Electricity Range | N/A | N/A |
EPA KWh / 100 mi. | N/A | N/A |
Time To Charge Battery (At 240V) | N/A | N/A |
Section Title | Dimensions | Dimensions |
Turning circle | 37.9 ft. | 37.9 ft. |
Curb weight | 4,652 lb. | 4,652 lb. |
Ground Clearance | 6.9 in. | 6.9 in. |
Overall Width with Mirrors | - | - |
Overall Width without Mirrors | 74.8 in. | 74.8 in. |
Height | 66.9 in. | 66.9 in. |
Length | 189.6 in. | 189.6 in. |
Wheelbase | 110.8 in. | 110.8 in. |
Seating Capacity | 6 | 6 |
Cargo Space | 12.6 cu. ft. | 12.6 cu. ft. |
Front Head Room | 40.3 in. | 38.7 in. |
Front Leg Room | 41.4 in. | 41.4 in. |
Front Shoulder Room | 59.1 in. | 59.1 in. |
Rear Head Room | 39.1 in. | 37.9 in. |
Rear Leg Room | 40.7 in. | 40.7 in. |
Rear Shoulder Room | 58.1 in. | 58.1 in. |
Section Title | 5-Year Ownership Costs | 5-Year Ownership Costs |
True Cost to Own® | Not Available | Not Available |
Average Cost Per Mile | Not Available | Not Available |
Depreciation | Not Available | Not Available |
Financing | Not Available | Not Available |
Taxes & Fees | Not Available | Not Available |
Fuel | Not Available | Not Available |
Insurance | Not Available | Not Available |
Maintenance | Not Available | Not Available |
Repairs | Not Available | Not Available |
Section Title | Colors | Colors |
Interior | Gray, leatherette Black, leatherette | Black, leather Gray, leather Dust Blue, leather |
Exterior | Interstellar Gray Aurora Black Pearl Volcanic Sand Snow White Pearl Steel Gray Cityscape Green Mineral Blue Silky Silver | Interstellar Gray Aurora Black Pearl Volcanic Sand Snow White Pearl Steel Gray Cityscape Green Mineral Blue Silky Silver |