2026 Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid EX
2026 Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid EX
Pricing
Base MSRP$48,290
Destination Fee$1,495
Powertrain & Performance
Engine1.6L Turbo Plug-In Hybrid engine, 16-valve swing arms w/ HLA
Displacement1.6 (1,598 cc)
Cylinder ConfigurationInline 4
Horsepower177.5 hp
Horsepower Peak RPM5,500 rpm
Torque195 lb-ft
Torque Peak RPM1,500-4,500
Valvetrain16-valve swing arms w/ HLA
Fuel InjectionGDI
Forced InductionTurbocharged
Recommended FuelRegular Unleaded (87 or higher)
Fuel Tank Capacity12.4 gal
Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission6-speed Automatic (hybrid transaxle)
Transmission Speeds6
Gear Ratios1st 4.639/2nd 2.826/3rd 1.841/4th 1.386/5th 1.000/6th 0.772/Rev 3.385 (:1)
Final Drive Ratio3.648:1
Drive TypeAWD only
Sequential / Paddle ShiftStandard
Electrified Powertrain
Powertrain TypePHEV
Electric MotorPMSM traction motor, 91.0 hp @ 2,100-3,300 rpm / 224.2 lb-ft @ 0-2,100 rpm; plus HSG, 17.7 hp / 31.86 lb-ft
Motor LayoutSingle traction motor + HSG (TMED)
Battery TypeLithium-Ion Polymer, 360V
Battery Capacity14 kWh (38Ah @ 360V)
Total System Horsepower268 hp
Total System Torque270
PHEV Electric-Only Range31 mi
MPGe (Combined)74
Regenerative BrakingStandard (TMED hybrid system)
Fuel Economy
City33 (engine-only) / 74 MPGe (composite)
Highway33 (engine-only) / 74 MPGe (composite)
Combined33 (engine-only)
Capability & Weights
Towing Capacity1,654 (unbraked)
Payload1,190 lbs
Curb Weight4,652 lbs
GVWR5,842 lbs
Dimensions
Exterior Length189.6 in
Exterior Width74.8 in
Exterior Height66.7 (66.7 with roof rack)
Wheelbase110.8 in
Front Track65 in
Rear Track65.4 in
Turning Diameter37.9 ft
Ground Clearance6.93 in
Interior Room
Cargo Volume (behind last row)12.6 (SAE, behind 3rd row)
Maximum Cargo Volume75.5 (SAE, behind 1st row)
Seating Capacity7
Front Headroom40.3 in
Rear Headroom39.1 in
Third Row Headroom36.8 in
Front Legroom41.4 in
Rear Legroom40.3 in
Third Row Legroom29.6 in
Front Shoulder Room59.1 in
Rear Shoulder Room58.1 in
Front Hip Room55.6 in
Rear Hip Room55.1 in
Chassis & Suspension
Front SuspensionMcPherson strut
Rear SuspensionMulti-Link
SteeringR-MDPS, 13.27:1 ratio, 2.53 turns lock-to-lock
BrakesVentilated disc front/rear (12.8in); Intelligent Emergency Braking (IEB) booster
Wheels7.5J x 19 alloy, Machine Finished
Tires235/55R19
AWD / Drive SystemAWD standard (Active On-Demand 4WD)
Interior & Comfort
Seating MaterialSynTex artificial leather
Driver Seat10-way power w/ 2-way lumbar
Front Passenger Seat8-way power
2nd Row SeatingCaptain's chairs, standard
3rd Row SeatingStandard (50/50 split-folding, 7-passenger)
Heated SeatsStandard (front, 3 settings)
Steering WheelLeather-wrapped, tilt & telescopic
Climate ControlDual-zone automatic
Remote StartStandard (Smart Key fob button)
Power Liftgate/TailgateStandard (Smart Power Tailgate)
Auto-Dimming MirrorStandard (electrochromic + HomeLink)
12V / USB Outlets12V (center fascia, rear floor console, luggage); USB/aux/iPod; wireless phone charger
Sunroof / MoonroofOptional (part of EX Premium Package, $2,000)
Wireless Phone ChargingStandard
Technology & Entertainment
Infotainment10.25-in touchscreen navigation, Radio, SXM, UVO telematics, Android Auto/CarPlay (AVN 5.0 Wide)
Screen Size10.25 (touchscreen); 4.0 or 12.3 (gauge cluster, trim-dependent)
NavigationStandard
Apple CarPlay / Android AutoStandard
Phone ConnectivityStandard — Bluetooth w/ voice recognition, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
Kia Connect / Connected ServicesStandard, all trims
Audio SystemStandard sound system (Bose optional)
Steering Wheel Audio ControlsStandard
Driver Display4.0-in color TFT display
Safety & Driver Assistance (Kia Drive Wise)
AirbagsStandard — 5+ (dual front advanced, dual front side, full-length side curtain, rollover/side impact sensors)
ABSStandard
Stability ControlStandard (ESC)
Traction ControlStandard (integrated)
Blind-Spot Collision-AvoidanceStandard (BCW)
Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-AvoidanceStandard (RCCA)
Forward Collision-Avoidance (FCA)Standard (FCA Fusion + FCA-JT)
Automatic Emergency BrakingStandard (via FCA)
Smart Cruise Control (SCC)Standard (Navigation-Based Smart Cruise Control w/ Stop & Go – Curve)
Lane Departure WarningStandard (LDWS)
Lane Keeping / Lane Following AssistStandard (LKAS + LFA)
Parking Sensors / Remote Smart Parking AssistStandard (PDW-F&R); RSPA not offered
Backup Camera / Surround View MonitorStandard rearview camera; SVM not available
Tire Pressure MonitorStandard (TPMS High-Line)
Brake AssistStandard (via FCA/IEB)
Rear Child Safety LocksStandard (LATCH)
Security SystemStandard — Keyless Entry w/ alarm/panic, push-button start; Immobilizer
Exterior & Lighting
HeadlightsStandard LED projector headlamps + fog lights
Daytime Running LightsStandard (signature LED DRL)
Brake LightsStandard — LED high-mount stop lamp
MirrorsBody-color, power-adjustable w/ integrated LED turn signals, heated
GrilleGloss Black
Rear SpoilerStandard (gloss black finish)
AntennaStandard (shark fin)
Body MaterialUnibody
Skid Plates / CladdingBlack/chrome grille, cladding; functional front skid plate optional ($350)
Warranty
Basic5 yr / 60,000 mi
Powertrain10 yr / 100,000 mi
EV / Hybrid Battery10 yr / 100,000 mi
Corrosion5 yr / 100,000 mi
Roadside Assistance5 yr / 60,000 mi
Packages & Options
Package 1EX Premium Package
Package 1 — Includes2nd-row captain's chairs (standard on PHEV regardless), Bose Premium Audio, panoramic roof w/ sliding sunshade — $2,000
Other Available OptionsNone selected — trim-level row
Available Colors
Exterior ColorsSnow White Pearl
Interior ColorsBlack (SynTex)