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Kia Sorento
2020 Kia Sorento
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$26,990
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.5
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2020 Toyota Highlander
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$34,600
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8.6
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Overview

Engine
2.4-liter Inline-4 Gas
Engine
3.5-liter V6 Gas
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 22 MPG
Hwy: 29 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 21 MPG
Hwy: 29 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
18.8 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.9 gallons
Seating Capacity
7 seater
Seating Capacity
8 seater

Photos

Kia Sorento
2019-2020 Kia Sorento Three Quarter Rear Left Side View
2019-2020 Kia Sorento Infotainment System
24
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Toyota Highlander
Rear Angle View
Dashboard
40
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.4-liter Inline-4 Gas
3.5-liter V6 Gas
Horsepower
185 hp @ 6000 rpm
295 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque
178 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
263 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Steering

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

Wheels

Front Wheel Size
17" x 7"
18" x 7.5"
Rear Wheel Size
17" x 7"
18" x 7.5"

Suspension

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

Tires

Front Tire
P235/65HR17
P235/65SR18
Rear Tire
P235/65HR17
P235/65SR18
Spare Tire
Compact
Compact

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

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

Emissions

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

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
18.8 gallons
17.9 gallons
Cruising Range City
413.6 miles
375.9 miles
Cruising Range Highway
545.2 miles
519.1 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
189 in
194.9 in
Height
66.3 in
68.1 in
Max Width
74.4 in
76 in
Front Width
64.3 in
65.3 in
Rear Width
64.7 in
65.4 in
Wheelbase
109.4 in
112.2 in
Ground Clearance
7.3 in
N/A

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
7 seater
8 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
44.1 in
40.4 in
Front Seat Headroom
39.5 in
39.9 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
59.1 in
59 in
Front Seat Hip Room
56.7 in
57.2 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
39.4 in
41 in
Rear Seat Headroom
39.3 in
39.4 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
58 in
58.7 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
56.4 in
57 in
Third Row Leg Room
31.7 in
27.7 in
Third Row Headroom
36.3 in
36.1 in
Third Row Shoulder Room
52.8 in
55 in
Third Row Hip Room
41.4 in
45.6 in

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,810 lbs
4,145 lbs
Maximum Towing Capacity
2,000 lbs
5,000 lbs

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume to Seat 1
73 ft³
84.3 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
38 ft³
48.4 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
11.3 ft³
16 ft³

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Ebony Black
  • Everlasting Silver
  • Sparkling Silver
  • Blizzard Pearl
  • Blueprint
  • Celestial Silver Metallic
  • Magnetic Gray Metallic
  • Midnight Black Metallic
  • Opulent Amber

Optional Exterior Colors

Snow White Pearl
N/A

Standard Interior Materials

  • Satin Black, YES Essentials Cloth Seat Trim
  • Black, Fabric Seat Trim
  • Gray, Fabric Seat Trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

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
Leather Seats
Not Available
Standard
Premium Synthetic Seats
Not Available
Standard
Vinyl Seats
Not Available
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
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist
Not Available
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
Not Available
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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