You must have JavaScript enabled to experience the new Autoblog. Google, Google Assistant, and all related logos are trademarks of Google, Inc. Do not use remote climate control or remote start if vehicle is in an enclosed area (e.g., closed garage) or a partially enclosed area without ventilation. The result is much smoother shifts and fewer of them, though its sluggish to make changes. A traditional eight-speed automatic and front-wheel drive are standard, with all-wheel drive an option. The various EX and SX trim levels get a 2.5-liter turbocharged inline-four that produces 281 hp and 311 lb-ft of torque an output that exceeds that of bigger three-row SUVs. Remote feature support varies by model, model year and trim. The Sorento has three rows of seats and is considered a midsize crossover, but it's considerably smaller than other vehicles described as such. Offering power, efficiency, all-wheel drive capability and three-row seating accommodations, the 2022 Sorento Turbo PHEV will arrive in showrooms in the third quarter of 2021. This is one area where Kia has improved considerably in recent years. The claimed combined fuel consumption figures for each powertrain are as follows: The combined CO2 emissions claims for each powertrain are as follows: Further, the Sorento PHEV can travel up to 68 kilometres (NEDC) per full charge, using a claimed 161Wh/km (NEDC) or 16.1kWh/100km. The .css-vurnku{box-sizing:border-box;margin:0;min-width:0;}2022 Kia Sorento line-up is now on sale in Australia, headlined by the addition of a new plug-in hybrid (PHEV) engine option on the top-spec GT-Line. Thanks for that. It can travel an EPA-estimated 32 miles on electricity alone, which is good for such a large PHEV. For media information, including photography, visitwww.kiamedia.com. When approaching cross traffic is detected, the system alerts the driver and may apply the brakes. The fact you'll likely have an easier time finding a Sorento than a Telluride is another point in the smaller three-row Kia's favor. Always check the vehicle interior when exiting the vehicle. Ground clearance is quoted at 176mm (minimum). EPA-estimated fuel economy is 24 mpg city, 29 mpg highway and 26 mpg combined with FWD and 23/25/24 with AWD. Always drive safely. Kia serves as the "Official Automotive Partner" of the NBA and offers a complete range of vehicles sold through a network of more than 750 dealers in the U.S., including cars and SUVs proudly assembled in America.*. The Sorento is a uniquely useful size, providing a compact third row for those who might need one in a pinch. Those trims also get adaptive cruise control. The EX really only differs by adding the turbo engine and second-row captain's chairs that reduce their seating capacity to six. Its 0-62 time is 7.4 seconds, which is more competitive but hardly eye-popping given the available power and how quick it immediately feels off the line. Other updates include the 10.25-inch touchscreen now standard on all but the LX.
The Hybrid is only available in S and EX trims and there's no way to add the SX's many luxuries. The 2022 Sorento Hybrid starts at $35,165, which is a $400 price bump over the outgoing hybrids price tag. 1 EPA estimates not available at time of release. It also has nearly 2 fewer inches of third-row legroom (plus a seat that's much closer to the floor and therefore less comfortable) and 3.1 fewer inches of middle-row shoulder room. 
21 Safe Exit Assist is not a substitute for ones attention and may not detect all objects surrounding the vehicle. 
You may order presentation ready copies to distribute to your colleagues, customers, or clients, by visiting https://www.parsintl.com/publication/autoblog/. Always drive safely and use caution. 9 SiriusXM is a trademark of Sirius XM Radio Inc. 10 Charging system only works with select devices. For starters, it's smaller than the others, making it more manageable to drive for those who'll only need that extra row on rare occasions which isn't an unusual use case. The plug-in supports AC single-phase charging up to 3.3kW, a rate at which will replenish the 14kWh battery from 15 to 95 per cent in 3 hours 25 minutes. One thing to keep in mind: a second-row bench seat is optional on most trims, meaning there is frequently only six seats aboard with the second-row captain's chairs and two-person third row. Opting for another trim level cleans these body motions up a bit. 3-Row Plug-in Hybrid SUV class as defined by Kia segmentation. And at the very least, the steering has a decent heft to it; it's free from bad habits and has a reasonably natural feel. Previously only offered on the top SX-P model, the X-Line Package is now offered on the S, EX and SX-P trims for 2022. 6 These features are not substitutes for safe driving and may not detect all objects surrounding vehicle. Here Are the 11 Cheapest Electric Vehicles You Can Buy, 2023 Honda CR-V: More Power, More Room, More Hybrid, 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 High Country Review: Chevy Completes Its Pickup, 2022 Ford Bronco Raptor Review: A Better Bronco in Nearly Every Way, 2022 Lexus LX 600 Review: A Flagship Needs to Be Better, 2021 Kia Sorento: 6 Things We Like and 3 Things We Dont. The Sorento has a wide array of powertrains, two of which we havent yet experienced: the base 2.5-liter four-cylinder and the plug-in hybrid. Ads can be annoying. The range-topping SX Prestige gains standard heated second-row captain's chairs and additional adjustments for the driver seat. A total of nine variants are on sale in Oz. It's one of our choices for best midsize SUV, best three-row SUV and best hybrid SUV. full digital meter cluster, a first for any Kia SUV (SX-P), Surround View Monitor utilizes four cameras to provide a 360-degree perspective around the vehicle, enhancing driver confidence in tight parking situations (SX-P), Blind View Monitor projects live video view of adjacent lanes in the instrument cluster and is activated via the turn signal (SX-P), Smart key with pushbutton start and remote start (from key fob), 10.25-inch high-resolution color touchscreen display with navigation and telematics (UVO link), Bose Centerpoint technology converts stereo sources into a richer surround-sound experience, Dynamic Speed Compensation analyzes the sound source and automatically adjusts according to speed, Connected Weather: Provides weather information for more than 25,000 cities, Enhanced UVO voice assist feature allows voice control of the vehicles climate, seat and steering-wheel heating, audio system, and other functions, Connected User Profiles: Allows customers to add an additional driver to their vehicle. Though we liked it, we lamented that X-Line was exclusive to the priciest trim levels. The Hybrids smaller battery pack affords more luggage volume compared to the PHEV, though still slightly less than the V6 petrol and four-cylinder diesel versions. Highlights include: A smooth and familiar driving experience for the 2022 Sorento PHEV comes from a sophisticated powertrain with a proven AWD system: Like the rest of the Sorento model range, the Sorento PHEV offers a wide array of available technology: UVO link8 telematics offers an array of advanced connected vehicle features, such as: The Sorento PHEV offers an expansive suite of Kia Drive Wise Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems (ADAS)4 including: Headquartered in Irvine, California, Kia America continues to top quality surveys and is recognized as one of the 100 Best Global Brands. The base engine is likely quite sluggish, but obviously comes with the lowest price tag for those shopping on a budget. Where it really suffers relative other three-row crossovers is cargo space behind the raised third row. Cars.coms Editorial department is your source for automotive news and reviews. 20 Highway Driving Assist is not a substitute for safe driving, may not detect all objects around the vehicle, and only functions on certain federal highways. It also expands the availability of the X-Line package beyond the priciest trim levels to the S and EX. Cellular service rates apply. Although we havent driven the naturally aspirated 2.5-liter Sorento or the plug-in hybrid, we can make some inferences about them. The plug-in hybrid uses basically the same engine as the regular hybrid, and thus should be just as good. Opting for the diesel gets you a 2.2-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel developing 148kW (3800rpm) and 440Nm (1750-2750rpm), driving all four wheels via an eight-speed wet-type dual-clutch automatic and on-demand all-wheel drive with lock mode. 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And thanks for reading Autoblog. Images on this website are for editorial use only. We test how much you can fit with all seats raised, plus how much is possible if you just put one side of the 50/50-split third-row down. You must be logged in to perform that action. Plug-in Hybrid SUV class as defined by Kia segmentation. The 2022 Sorentos starting price is thousands less compared to midsize competitors including the Honda Pilot ($40,285), Subaru Ascent ($33,420) and its own stablemate, the Kia Telluride ($34,015). The 2022 Sorentos gas-only models will start at $30,665 (all prices include a $1,175 destination fee), which is a modest increase of $100 over the 2021 Sorentos base price. They add 18-inch wheels, gloss-black exterior trim, roof rails, proximity entry, dual-zone climate control, an eight-way power driver seat, simulated leather upholstery, heated front seats, a leather upholstery, in-car Wi-Fi, satellite radio, eight USB ports and, for 2022, the 10.25-inch touchscreen that looks good and increases functionality. There are ISOFIX child seat anchors in both the second (outboard) and third rows, with top-tether points on all rear positions. Amazon, Alexa, and all related logos are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. A 10.25-inch multimedia touchscreen with navigation now comes standard on all but the base LX model. We collect personal information on consumers who engage with us, and we may share certain personal information with affiliates, service providers and third parties. Pricing will be announced closer to its on-sale date. But ads are also how we keep the garage doors open and the lights on here at Autoblog - and keep our stories free for you and for everyone. The exact text will differ depending on the actual application you have running. For non-emergencies, it can connect with 24/7 roadside assistance and share the vehicles location. The Sorento offers four powertrain choices, most notably the regular Sorento Hybrid that gets 37 mpg combined and the new 2022 Sorento PHEV plug-in hybrid that'll travel 31 miles on electricity only. The S and EX seem like the more appealing choices. Neither can be done up as X-Lines. Specification-wise, not much has changed for MY22 beyond the companys new logo appearing inside and out. 17 On-demand Find My Car with Surround View Monitor requires cellular coverage and a compatible smartphone with the Kia Access with UVO link app. 11 Bose is a registered trademark of Bose Corporation. Unlike most other hybrids, it relies on a traditional six-speed automatic transmission resulting in it feeling a bit more normal behind the wheel. Kia attributes the price increases to external factors such as exchange rates and business costs, and the Sorento is among several Kia models lines so affected. Hybrid models are priced from $35,165, while the PHEVs price remains under wraps (all prices include destination). 12 Rear Occupant Alert is not a substitute for ones attention and may not detect all movement within the vehicle. Fuel economy is 39 mpg city, 35 mpg highway and 37 mpg combined with FWD and 36/33/35 with AWD. Features, specifications, and fees are subject to change. Access to that third row could also be better as the second-row just doesn't slide leave much of a gap when slid forward. All but the LX also gets blind-spot and rear cross-traffic warning, rear parking sensors and Safe Exit Assist (warns rear seat occupants of incoming traffic from behind). The warning tone chimes faster as the vehicle gets closer to the detected object, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist (RCCA): Helps detect most approaching cross traffic when in reverse. It even has more third-row space than the Toyota Highlander. As for the big turbo engine, it has serious guts. Meanwhile the PHEVs added componentry in the underfloor storage area means its slightly less in every dimension, quoting 604L/175L/1988L in each respective configuration. Further, the GT-Lines enhanced Safe Exit Assist feature will actually lock the doors to prevent an occupant opening the door into the path of an oncoming road user. 13 Available only with Navigation based infotainment system. In terms of towing capacity, the V6 FWD and Diesel AWD are rated to tow up to 2000kg (braked) with a 200kg towball download maximum, while the PHEVs max capacity is reduced to 1350kg with a 100kg download rating. The SX trims have those, too, but slather on additional luxury niceties. Its turbo, hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains, plus premium interior and excellent tech help it stand out from the crowd. PHEV-specific elements include: The Sorento PHEV offers 143.8 cubic feet of passenger space, the most of any PHEV SUV.2 It also has more second-row legroom than any PHEV SUV.2 In addition to its roominess, premium feel, and vast feature content, the Sorento PHEVs interior offers the following highlights: The 2022 Sorento PHEV is built on the strong and versatile N3 platform. Fuel economy is 22 mpg city, 29 mpg highway and 25 mpg combined with FWD and 22/27/24 with AWD. UPDATE, 29/4/22: The Sorento GT-Line Hybrid has officially joined the range, priced from $66,750 plus on-road costs. In that way, it's not that different from Kia's bigger and wildly popular Telluride. IRVINE, CA, August 18, 2021 The 2022 Sorento Turbo Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) SUV is the latest addition to Kias ambitious Plan S electrification strategy and the fourth generation Sorento model range, which was introduced last year in both gasoline-powered and turbo hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) forms. At the same time, it's still larger than compact SUVs, including the few that have three rows themselves. System outputs are rated at 195kW and 350Nm. 1-year service included. The 2022 Sorento not only comes with a lot of driver assistance systems, they are among the best-executed in the industry. 3 Comparison based on 2021 and 2022 3-row Plug-in Hybrid SUVs as of August 2021. James Wong is the Production Editor at CarExpert based in Melbourne, Australia. 2 Comparison based on 2021 and 2022 Plug-in Hybrid SUVs as of August 2021. A lot of credit goes to all that torque. Navigation is for information purposes only, and Kia does not make any warranties about the accuracy of the information. If you'd be so kind as to allow our site, we promise to keep bringing you great content. Kia America, Inc. reserves the right to change or discontinue UVO link at any time without prior notification or incurring any future obligation. All versions of the Kia Sorento measure 4810mm long, 1900mm wide, 1700mm tall (with roof rails) and offer a wheelbase of 2815mm. 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After first year, continued access requires subscription at then-current rate. Until that happened to us, we had spent a week totally forgetting the Sorento had a DCT. With experience on both media and manufacturer sides of the industry, James has a specialty for product knowledge which stems from a life-long obsession with cars. And free is good, right? Complimentary UVO link subscription is transferable to subsequent owner during the original UVO link service term. Please follow the instructions below to enable JavaScript in your browser. There have been no spec changes apart from the new badges. We review the X-Line version of the range-topping SX Prestige. For 2022, it replaces a smaller 8-inch screen in the outgoing Sorento S and EX models. Information posted in press releases on the Kia Media website was accurate at the time of posting but may be superseded by subsequent releases or other information. Always pay attention to traffic and to the area around your vehicle when exiting the vehicle. The PHEV likewise features a 1.6-litre four-cylinder turbo petrol engine, teamed with a larger 14kWh lithium-ion polymer battery pack and more powerful transmission-mounted permanent magnet synchronous electric motor.
Related: 2022 Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid: Kia Launches First Mainstream 3-Row PHEV. The Editorial department is independent of Cars.coms advertising, sales and sponsored content departments. And of course, the hybrid will get about 10 mpg better than the gas-only Sorentos. Additionally, the Sorento Hybrids and Plug-in Hybrids high-voltage components (e-motor, battery etc.) Check your in-box to get started. And having both an electric motor and turbocharger, it offers much of that torque low in the rev band, making for easy acceleration. It doesnt have the outright grunt of the non-hybrid turbo engine, but its 227 horsepower and 258 pound-feet are no slouch. The MY22 Sorento range welcomes a new plug-in hybrid option and prices are up since launch. Some of this information sharing may be subject to the California Consumer Privacy Act. You also absolutely notice that the Sorento is a smaller vehicle when behind the wheel than a Telluride or other three-row crossovers. The kids should appreciate that there are eight USB ports in all but the LX, which "only" has six. Technology is a highlight for the Sorento and gets better for 2022 as all but the base LX get the horizontally oriented 10.25-inch infotainment touchscreen. Click on the icon for your Adblocker in your browser. Kia may, from time to time, update its press releases, issue new releases, or publish other information to reflect new information. Pricing for the 2022 Kia Sorento starts at $30,665, including the $1,175 destination charge. They do depend on which version you get, as the X-Lines have greater ground clearance and therefore a taller suspension you definitely notice as it feels little ponderous and more prone to body roll.
8 Purchase/lease of certain 2022 and newer Kia vehicles with UVO link includes a complimentary 1-year subscription starting from new vehicle retail sale/lease date as recorded by the dealer. Kia Access with UVO link app is available from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. How Do Car Seats Fit in a 2021 Kia Sorento? Can You Negotiate on the Payoff Price at the End of a Lease? Although engine output is similar to what you'd find in a CR-V or RAV4, the Sorento's greater weight results in slower acceleration Kia says this engine will get the Sorento from 0-62 mph (100 km/h) in 9.5 seconds. At the same time, it feels a little more substantial and premium, so to speak, than compact SUVs like the Hyundai Tucson or Toyota RAV4 would. The 2022 Sorento PHEV is a plug-in hybrid (below in white) that uses the same gas engine but gets a more powerful electric motor and a bigger battery that as the name suggests can be replenished by plugging in. During the early stages of 2022 well also see the introduction of the Kia Sorento Hybrid, which has been confirmed in front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive variations for our market. Therefore, we can only comment on the new 2.5-liter turbocharged engine option and the turbocharged 1.6-liter hybrid four-cylinder, and theyre both excellent choices. See service costs for each powertrain below: *Sorento HEV FWD + HEV AWD service pricing $TBA. Diesel versions feature a particulate filter (DPF), though theres no idle stop/start tech like overseas markets.