Kia Sorento is a five to seven-seat medium-size vehicle in the SUV category. For the 2018 model year, there are five trim-lines to choose from with three different gas engines that produce from 185 to 290 horsepower. Based on the estimated annual regular gasoline spending of $2,400 to $3,000, in five years you will lose $4,500 in fuel expenses, compared to that of an average vehicle. Kia Sorento has received a 5-stars crash rating from NHTSA. Leasing a 2018 Kia Sorento LX FWD will set you back at least $229 per month.
According to research by Vehie.com, auto brokers currently offer special lease program on 2018 Kia Sorento LX FWD starting from $229 a month with $2,999 due at signing.
2018 Sorento has a relatively short wheelbase ( 109.4 in) and a wider body structure compared to vehicles of similar length and class. It is relatively heavier with curb weight of 3704 - 4101 lbs.
2018 Sorento seats from five to seven adults. It has class-leading first-row passenger room on only three measurements - legs, shoulders, and hips. When it comes to second-row passenger room, Sorento ia a class-leader on only two measurements - shoulders and hips - and has a larger than average room for second-row passengers on legs and head. Cargo volume behind second-row seats is larger than average among its peers with 38 - 38.8 cu. ft.
Trim | 2018 Sorento L | 2018 Sorento LX | 2018 Sorento EX | 2018 Sorento SX | 2018 Sorento SX Limited |
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Starging MSRP | $25,900 | $27,200 | $33,100 | $39,200 | $44,500 |
Engine | 2.4L Inline-4 | 2.4L Inline-4 | 2.0L Inline-4 Turbo | 3.3L V-6 | 3.3L V-6 |
HP | 185 hp | 185 hp | 240 hp | 290 hp | 290 hp |
Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
City | 21 MPG | 21 MPG | 20 MPG | 18 MPG | 18 MPG |
Highway | 28 MPG | 28 MPG | 27 MPG | 25 MPG | 25 MPG |
Combined | 24 MPG | 24 MPG | 23 MPG | 20 MPG | 20 MPG |
Annual Fuel Cost | $2,400 | $2,400 | $2,500 | $2,850 | $2,850 |
2018 Sorento SUV comes in five trim levels, with an average price that is $224 more compared to its rivals. With a heavier body, and on average more powerful engine, Sorento
2018 Sorento SUV has a 5-star NHTSA overall crash safety rating, which is higher than the average among other competing models. Furthermore, it has higher than average ratings for all three crash tests: Front, Side, and Side Plole. Customers have filed one hundred and thirty-one complaints, which is less than the average for its rivals. There are also three recalls issued by Kia, which by itself is a relatively low number.