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Compare Kia Sorento Hybrid vs Toyota Highlander

Kia Sorento Hybrid
2023 Kia Sorento Hybrid
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$36,690
Starting Price (MSRP)
9.3
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Toyota Highlander
2023 Toyota Highlander
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$36,620
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.6
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Overview

Engine
1.6L Turbo Inline-4 Hybrid
Engine
2.4L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 39 MPG
Hwy: 35 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 22 MPG
Hwy: 29 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.7 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.9 gallons
Seating Capacity
6 seater
Seating Capacity
8 seater

Photos

Kia Sorento Hybrid
2022-2023 Kia Sorento Hybrid Rear-Facing View
2022-2023 Kia Sorento Hybrid Dashboard
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2020-2023 Toyota Highlander Rear Angle View
2020-2023 Toyota Highlander Steering Wheel Design
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
1.6L Turbo Inline-4 Hybrid
2.4L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
227 hp @ 5500 rpm
265 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque
258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm
310 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
4,000 lbs
4,155 lbs
Maximum Towing Capacity
1,654 lbs
5,000 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
37 MPG
25 MPG
City
39 MPG
22 MPG
Highway
35 MPG
29 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
4.8 Tons/yr
7.1 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
17.7 gallons
17.9 gallons
Cruising Range City
690.3 miles
393.8 miles
Cruising Range Highway
619.5 miles
519.1 miles

Battery Range & Charge Times

Battery Size
1 kWh
N/A

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
189.4 in
194.9 in
Height
66.7 in
68.1 in
Max Width
74.8 in
76 in
Front Width
65 in
65.3 in
Rear Width
65.4 in
65.4 in
Wheelbase
110.8 in
112.2 in
Ground Clearance
6.9 in
N/A

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
6 seater
8 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
41.4 in
42 in
Front Seat Headroom
40.3 in
39.9 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
59.1 in
59 in
Front Seat Hip Room
55.6 in
57.2 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
40.7 in
38.7 in
Rear Seat Headroom
39.1 in
39.4 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
58.1 in
58.7 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
55.1 in
57 in
Third Row Leg Room
29.6 in
28 in
Third Row Headroom
36.8 in
36.1 in
Third Row Shoulder Room
53 in
55 in
Third Row Hip Room
42.5 in
45.6 in

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume to Seat 1
75.5 ft³
84.3 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
38.5 ft³
48.4 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
12.6 ft³
16 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
37.9 ft
37.4 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
17" x 7"
18" x 8"
Rear Wheel Size
17" x 7"
18" x 8"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P235/65HR17
P235/65VR18
Rear Tire
P235/65HR17
P235/65VR18
Spare Tire
Compact
Compact

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Aurora Black
  • Gravity Blue
  • Platinum Graphite
  • Silky Silver
  • Steel Gray
  • Blueprint
  • Celestial Silver Metallic
  • Cypress
  • Magnetic Gray Metallic
  • Midnight Black Metallic
  • Wind Chill Pearl

Optional Exterior Colors

  • Runway Red
  • Snow White Pearl
N/A

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black, SynTex Artificial Leather Seat Trim
  • Gray, SynTex Artificial Leather Seat Trim
  • Black, Fabric Seat Trim
  • Graphite, Fabric Seat Trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Standard
Not Available
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Satellite Radio
Standard
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Not Available
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Not Available
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Not Available
Premium Synthetic Seats
Standard
Not Available
Sun/Moonroof
Optional
Not Available

Comfort

Navigation System
Standard
Not Available
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Liftgate
Standard
Not Available
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Climate Control
Standard
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Hands-Free Liftgate
Standard
Not Available
Heated Front Seat(s)
Standard
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Standard
Power Passenger Seat
Standard
Not Available
Remote Engine Start
Standard
Not Available
Remote Trunk Release
Standard
Not Available
Rear A/C
Standard
Standard
Keyless Start
Standard
Standard
Telematics
Standard
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Rear Parking Aid
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist
Standard
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion
5 Years / 100,000 Miles
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
10 Years / 100,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Hybrid/Electric Components
10 Years / 100,000 Miles
N/A
Roadside Assistance
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
2 Years / Unlimited Miles
Maintenance
N/A
2 Years / 25,000 Miles
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