Kia Sorento [US]
The all-new fourth-generation Kia Sorento changes the game. Again. Since its debut in 2002, the Sorento is one of Kia's best-known and best-selling vehicles, becoming progressively more powerful, more attractive, better engineered and more technologically advanced in each new iteration. The 2021 model sets a new standard for Sorento's sustained excellence and leadership in the compact SUV segment as the only vehicle in its class to offer the best estimated fuel economy for a 3-row SUV with 37 mpg combined.
"Sorento has always been one of Kia's premier products," said Sean Yoon, president & CEO, Kia Motors North America & Kia Motors America. "Its combination of style, utility, safety and comfort have made it a perennial customer favorite. This stunning new Sorento sets the bar in the compact SUV class even higher and represents the pinnacle of Kia design and engineering. We're extremely proud to add it to our line-up of incredible automobiles."
The 2021 Kia Sorento will be offered in five trims: LX, S, EX, SX, and SX-Prestige and available with either FWD or AWD. Initially available with three powertrains, including a turbo hybrid, a PHEV will be introduced in the next model year. The hero model is the X-Line SX-Prestige AWD, a variant that further demonstrates the transformation of the Sorento into a more premium and tech-oriented SUV. The X-Line SX-Prestige AWD trim includes:
The exterior of the 2021 Kia Sorento presents a study in stylish architectural structure defined by sharp, modern lines and accented with high-tech details - more authentic SUV than soft crossover. This evolution of Kia's dynamic aesthetic is exemplified best in the following details:
The all-new interior continues the strong, solid and sophisticated sensibility of the exterior. Following a credo of "Refined Boldness," the interior designers instilled the cabin with unexpected materials to cast a striking effect, including:
The 2021 Sorento is built on an all-new 3rd generation "N3" platform that is a lighter, stronger and more flexible design than previous models. Features include:
Four engines are offered on the 2021 Sorento, including two internal combustion powerplants and two electrified motors in both front-wheel drive (FWD) and all-wheel drive (AWD) configurations:
Like all Kia vehicles, the new Sorento is loaded with an extensive list of popular technology, including:
There are 16 "Kia Drive Wise" Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems (ADAS) that are either standard or available:
