Power and performance rating for the 2023 Kia Sorento
Are you wondering how powerful the 2023 Kia Sorento is? We’ve got the details for you below. Here at Matt Castrucci Kia, you can find the latest Kia vehicles in Dayton, OH. If you’re looking for a vehicle to tow or haul, we’ve got you.
Why is power important for SUV drivers?
Power in a vehicle is important for a number of reasons. At its most basic, power is what gets you moving from a standstill, so it can affect things like acceleration, handling, and capability. If you’re looking for a vehicle to tow or haul in, the amount of power it has may limit what you can do.
All-Powerful | 2023 Kia Sorento HEV video
This video gives you a sneak peek of the 2023 Kia Sorento in action. The Sorento in the video is a hybrid model, so keep that in mind when you’re reading its performance marks. Below, you can compare it to the other two main powertrain options: gas and plug-in hybrid.
2023 Kia Sorento vs. Sorento Hybrid vs. Sorento Plug-in Hybrid performance
Which Sorento model takes the cake? That depends on what you’re looking for. The 2023 Kia Sorento offers a higher towing capacity than the alternative fuel versions, but it also has a lower fuel economy rating. See for yourself in the table below.
| 2023 Kia Sorento | 2023 Kia Sorento Hybrid (HEV) | 2023 Kia Sorento Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) | |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Horsepower |
281 hp |
227 hp |
261 hp |
|
Torque |
311 pound-feet |
258 pound-feet |
258 pound-feet |
|
Fuel efficiency – EPA estimated |
26 combined LX FWD* |
34 – 37 mpg combined** |
79 MPGe combined*** |
|
Mile range |
n/a |
602 – 655 miles |
32 miles all-electric |
|
Towing capacity |
3,500 pounds |
2,000 pounds |
2,000 pounds |
Fuel economy details – 2023 Kia Sorento
* 2023 Sorento LX FWD models are rated at an EPA estimated 24/29/26 MPG (City, Highway, Combined).
** 2023 Sorento Hybrid EX FWD is rated at an EPA estimated 39/35/37 MPG (City, Highway, Combined).
** 2023 Sorento Hybrid EX AWD (shown) is rated at an EPA estimated 36/33/34 MPG (City, Highway, Combined).
** 2023 Sorento Hybrid SX Prestige AWD is rated at an EPA estimated 36/33/34 MPG (City, Highway, Combined).
*** 2023 EPA-estimated MPG equivalent when vehicle is fully charged. Actual MPGe will vary based on driving habits, vehicle maintenance, charging practice, battery age, weather, temperature, and road/traffic conditions. Battery capacity will decrease with time and use. For more information on MPGe and range, please see www.fueleconomy.gov.
