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Compare Kia Sorento vs Toyota Highlander

Kia Sorento
2023 Kia Sorento
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$30,090
Starting Price (MSRP)
9.3
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Toyota Highlander
2023 Toyota Highlander
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$36,420
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.6
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Overview

Engine
2.5L Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.4L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 24 MPG
Hwy: 29 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 22 MPG
Hwy: 29 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.7 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.9 gallons
Seating Capacity
7 seater
Seating Capacity
8 seater

Photos

Kia Sorento
2021-2023 Kia Sorento Rear Angle View
2021-2023 Kia Sorento Dashboard
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Toyota Highlander
2020-2023 Toyota Highlander Rear Angle View
2020-2023 Toyota Highlander Steering Wheel Design
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.5L Inline-4 Gas
2.4L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
191 hp @ 6100 rpm
265 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque
181 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
310 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,794 lbs
4,155 lbs
Maximum Towing Capacity
2,000 lbs
5,000 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
26 MPG
25 MPG
City
24 MPG
22 MPG
Highway
29 MPG
29 MPG

Emissions

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

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
17.7 gallons
17.9 gallons
Cruising Range City
424.8 miles
393.8 miles
Cruising Range Highway
513.3 miles
519.1 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
189 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
7 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
41.7 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
N/A
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

  • Ebony Black
  • Everlasting Silver
  • Gravity Grey
  • Blueprint
  • Celestial Silver Metallic
  • Cypress
  • Magnetic Gray Metallic
  • Midnight Black Metallic
  • Wind Chill Pearl

Optional Exterior Colors

  • Glacial White Pearl
  • Passion Red
N/A

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black, Cloth 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
Not Available
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
Standard
Standard

Comfort

Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Climate Control
Not Available
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Not Available
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Not Available
Standard
Rear A/C
Not Available
Standard
Keyless Start
Not Available
Standard
Telematics
Not Available
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
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
Roadside Assistance
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
2 Years / Unlimited Miles
Maintenance
N/A
2 Years / 25,000 Miles
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