2026 Kia Sorento LX
2026 Kia Sorento LX
Pricing
Base MSRP$32,390
Destination Fee$1,495
Powertrain & Performance
Engine2.5L 4-cylinder Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) engine, DOHC 16-valve HLA
Displacement2.5 (2,497 cc)
Cylinder ConfigurationInline 4
Horsepower191 hp
Horsepower Peak RPM6,100 rpm
Torque181 lb-ft
Torque Peak RPM4,000 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC, 16-valve HLA
Fuel InjectionGDI + MPI
Forced InductionNaturally aspirated
Recommended FuelRegular Unleaded (87 or higher)
Fuel Tank Capacity17.7 gal
Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission8-speed Automatic
Transmission Speeds8
Gear Ratios1st 4.487/2nd 2.764/3rd 1.773/4th 1.388/5th 1.208/6th 1.000/7th 0.799/8th 0.635/Rev 3.081 (:1)
Final Drive Ratio3.798:1 (FWD) / 4.081:1 (AWD)
Drive TypeFWD standard
Electrified Powertrain
Powertrain TypeICE
Fuel Economy
City23 mpg
Highway31 mpg
Combined26 mpg
Capability & Weights
Towing Capacity2,000 (braked) / 1,650 (unbraked); Towing Package not offered on LX
Payload1,698 (FWD) / 1,188 (AWD)
Curb Weight3,814 (FWD) / 4,213 (AWD, if equipped)
GVWR5,512 (FWD) / 5,401 (AWD)
Dimensions
Exterior Length189.6 in
Exterior Width74.8 in
Exterior Height66.7 (66.9 with roof rack)
Wheelbase110.8 in
Front Track65 in
Rear Track65.4 in
Turning Diameter37.9 ft
Ground Clearance6.9 in
Interior Room
Cargo Volume (behind last row)12.6 (SAE, behind 3rd row) / 6.3 (VDA)
Maximum Cargo Volume75.5 (SAE, behind 1st row) / 70.5–72.1 (VDA)
Seating Capacity7
Front Headroom40.3 in
Rear Headroom39.1 in
Third Row Headroom36.8 in
Front Legroom41.4 in
Rear Legroom41.7 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
SteeringColumn-mounted MDPS, 13.72:1 ratio, 2.62 turns lock-to-lock
BrakesVentilated disc front (12.8in) / ventilated disc rear (12.0in)
Wheels7.0J x 17 alloy
Tires235/65R17
AWD / Drive SystemFWD only
Interior & Comfort
Seating MaterialCloth
Driver Seat6-way manual w/ height adjuster
Front Passenger Seat4-way manual
2nd Row Seating60/40 split-folding (captain's chairs optional/standard on higher trims)
3rd Row SeatingStandard (7-passenger)
Steering WheelLeather-wrapped, tilt & telescopic
Climate ControlManual A/C
Remote StartStandard
12V / USB Outlets12V (rear floor console, luggage); USB/aux/iPod input
Technology & Entertainment
Infotainment12.3-in touchscreen, Radio, Bluetooth, wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay (ccNC Lite)
Screen Size12.3 in
Apple CarPlay / Android AutoStandard (Apple CarPlay + Android Auto)
Phone ConnectivityStandard — Bluetooth w/ voice recognition, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
Kia Connect / Connected ServicesStandard, all trims
Audio SystemStandard sound system
Steering Wheel Audio ControlsStandard
Driver Display4.3-in color TFT LCD cluster
Safety & Driver Assistance (Kia Drive Wise)
AirbagsStandard — 7 total (dual front advanced, dual front seat-mounted side, driver's knee, full-length side curtain, rear side)
ABSStandard
Stability ControlStandard (ESC)
Traction ControlStandard (integrated with ESC)
Blind-Spot Collision-AvoidanceStandard (BCW — Blind Spot Collision Warning w/ Parallel Exit)
Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-AvoidanceStandard (RCCA)
Forward Collision-Avoidance (FCA)Standard (FCA Fusion — car/pedestrian/cyclist + Junction Turning FCA-JT)
Automatic Emergency BrakingStandard (via FCA)
Smart Cruise Control (SCC)Standard (SCC with Stop & Go)
Lane Departure WarningStandard (LDW)
Lane Keeping / Lane Following AssistStandard (LKAS + LFA)
Backup Camera / Surround View MonitorStandard rearview camera; SVM not available
Tire Pressure MonitorStandard (TPMS High-Line)
Brake AssistStandard (integrated with FCA)
Rear Child Safety LocksStandard (LATCH + rear door child locks)
Security SystemStandard — Keyless Entry w/ alarm & panic, push-button start w/ Smart Key
Exterior & Lighting
HeadlightsStandard (LED projector headlamps, low/high beam); LED fog lights on EX/SX/SXP
Daytime Running LightsStandard (Amber LED)
Brake LightsStandard — LED rear combination lamps (LX/S) or LED high-mount stop lamp (all)
MirrorsPower-adjustable w/ integrated LED turn signals, heated; power side-folding on SX/SXP
GrilleBlack
Rear SpoilerStandard (liftgate-mounted spoiler)
AntennaStandard (shark fin antenna)
Body MaterialUnibody
Skid Plates / CladdingX-Line bumper w/ molded-in skid plates optional (EX/SX)/standard (SXP); functional front skid plate optional accessory ($350, all trims)
Warranty
Basic5 yr / 60,000 mi
Powertrain10 yr / 100,000 mi
Corrosion5 yr / 100,000 mi
Roadside Assistance5 yr / 60,000 mi
Packages & Options
Other Available OptionsNone selected — trim-level row
Available Colors
Exterior ColorsGlacial White Pearl
Interior ColorsBlack (cloth)