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Compare Kia Sorento vs Toyota Highlander

Kia Sorento
2021 Kia Sorento
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$29,390
Starting Price (MSRP)
9.3
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Toyota Highlander
2021 Toyota Highlander
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$35,085
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.6
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Overview

Engine
2.5L Inline-4 Gas
Engine
3.5L V6 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: 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
Rear Angle View
Dashboard
51
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Toyota Highlander
2020-2022 Toyota Highlander Rear Angle View
2020-2022 Toyota Highlander Central Control Panel
67
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.5L Inline-4 Gas
3.5L V6 Gas
Horsepower
191 hp @ 6100 rpm
295 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque
181 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
263 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,794 lbs
4,145 lbs
Maximum Towing Capacity
2,000 lbs
5,000 lbs

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
26 MPG
24 MPG
City
24 MPG
21 MPG
Highway
29 MPG
29 MPG

Emissions

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

Fuel Tank

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

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
188.9 in
194.9 in
Height
66.7 in
68.1 in
Max Width
74.8 in
76 in
Front Width
N/A
65.3 in
Rear Width
N/A
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
41.2 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
59 in
59 in
Front Seat Hip Room
55.6 in
57.2 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
41.7 in
41 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
27.7 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
38.4 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

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

Optional Exterior Colors

  • Glacier White Pearl
  • Passion Red Tintcoat
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
Not Available
Satellite Radio
Not Available
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Not Available
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Not Available
MP3 Player
Standard
Not Available

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
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

US NHTSA crash test result

Overall Rating
N/A
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
N/A
Side Crash Rating
N/A
Rollover Rating
N/A

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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