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Kia Sorento, Price, Specs & Review

Compare every Kia Sorento variant sold new in Australia. 16 variants, from $54,380 to $86,040 RRP. Side-by-side specs, ANCAP safety, fuel economy, towing capacity, warranty and running costs, pricing sourced from the Kia Australian website and updated weekly. This page also covers 79 previous-generation variants, kept for used-buyer research. Their prices are what those cars cost when new, not current offers.

Data checked: specs 9 Nov 2026, price 4 Nov 2026

Kia Sorento

From $54,380 RRP

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2026 Kia Sorento S Diesel - image 1 of 1
Manufacturer image, for illustration only. Actual variant trim, wheels, paint and equipment may differ. See the specifications below for the exact features of this variant.
2026

Kia Sorento

Diesel · SUV · 2.2L Turbo Diesel

Data checked: specs 9 Nov 2026, price 10 Sep 2026

1 recall notice on the federal register for this carSee the notices ↓

Diesel
5 Star ANCAP 2020
5-star rating, tested 2020. ANCAP's criteria get stricter about every three years, so check ancap.com.au for updated information.

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148kW
~$11.40/100km est. running cost
7Seats
2,000kg Tow
~$58,120

Est. drive away (VIC)

From $54,380 RRP

RRP, before on-road costs

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Factory colours
Clear White

Variants

Powertrain:PetrolDieselHybridElectric

Cost to own, est.

from $297/wk in VIC

Excludes insurance: No data for this car.

Made up of, per week

  • Repayment estimate$228 (≈$989/mo)
  • Fuel$33
  • Rego + CTP$18
  • Servicing$10
  • Tyres$8
  • InsuranceNo data

Assumes $5,000 deposit, 5 yrs at an assumed 7.5% p.a. 15,000 km a year at $1.90/L diesel (the site default price). VIC rego + CTP. Estimate only, not a quote or an offer of credit.

~$58,120 drive away (est. VIC)From $54,380 RRP, excl. on-road costs. Estimate incl. VIC stamp duty, rego + CTP and est. dealer delivery. Confirm with the dealer.Stamp duty rates from State Revenue Office Victoria, current as of 29 October 2026. They change each financial year; confirm with the regulator before you sign.

Repayment estimate≈$228/wk(≈$989/mo)

$5,000 deposit, 5 yrs at an assumed 7.5% p.a. No balloon. An estimate, not financial advice, a quote or an offer of credit.

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CarSorted Score

74/100

Excellent

Based on safety, value, performance, fuel economy, technology, reliability and practicality

Safety
90
Reliability
69
Technology
59
Fuel Economy
82
Value
81
Performance
53
Practicality
57

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Estimated running cost & resale value5-year modelled estimates

True Cost of Ownership (5 Years)

$5,185

per year to run

$80,306

total 5yr cost

$1.03

per kilometre

Where the 5-year total goes

Purchase$54,380
Fuel$8,890
Insurance$7,500
Servicing$2,662
Tyres$2,080
Rego$4,794

About $5,185/year to run, or $25,925 over 5 years including fuel, insurance, servicing, tyres and registration.

* Estimates based on your parameters. Fuel: each car's official consumption figure at 15,600 km a year and $1.90/L diesel. Servicing uses each manufacturer's capped-price schedule where we have it, and tyres scale with your weekly km. A guide only, not a quote.

Depreciation Analysis

48%

retained after 5 years

$26,102

estimated 5yr value

-$28,278

total depreciation

Estimated value retention: Based on your inputs the Kia Sorento is estimated to retain 48% of its value after 5 years, worth approximately $26,102.

Depreciation estimates are modelled from typical retention curves for each vehicle type, not from recorded resale data for this specific car. Actual resale values may vary significantly based on condition, mileage, service history, market conditions, and other factors. This is not financial advice.

Tyres: 235/65 R17 front, as fitted

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Warranty, servicing & roadside

Warranty

7 yr

Unlimited · 7yr rust

5yr capped servicing

$2,662

every 15,000km / 12mo

Roadside assist

8 yr

max, renewed at each dealer service

Good to know

  • Warranty transfers to the next owner (helps resale)
  • Free roadside continues only while you service on time at a dealer

Terms sourced from the manufacturer (official page), last checked 15 Oct 2026.

Warranty, servicing and roadside terms are as published by the manufacturer and can change or have conditions. Confirm current terms with the manufacturer or a dealer before purchase.

Servicing

Interval

12 months / 15,000 km

whichever comes first; the first service is due at the same point

Capped-price servicing

Yes

Scheduled cost, years 1-3

$1,416

Scheduled cost, years 1-5

$2,662

Scheduled costs from Kia's capped-price page, checked 8 Oct 2026.

Servicing and the warranty

“It is the owner's responsibility to ensure that all services are carried out as required in the Owner's Manual and that detailed service and maintenance records are completed at the time of service and are kept by the owner to be provided to KAU when requested.”
as Kia prints itKia’s terms
Servicing from $269 at mycar, basic service, 15 Oct 2026

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5-star ANCAP rating, tested 2020

5-star rating, tested 2020. ANCAP's criteria get stricter about every three years, so check ancap.com.au for updated information.

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Recalls on the federal register

1 for this car · 12 for other years of the Sorento
  • ▶REC-0065576 Mar 2026Years on the notice: 2025Due to a software error, the Instrument Cluster may display a blank screen or may not operate as intended.
    Models on the notice:
    MQ4 Sorento
    Year range on the notice:
    2025
    Variant applicability:
    All variants within this model
    Campaign:
    261026, 261029, 261M06 & 261030
    What the notice says to do:
    Owners can contact their local Kia dealership to schedule an appointment to have the Instrument Cluster Control Unit software updated, free of charge
▶12 notices for other years of the Sorento(each prints its own year range; they do not cover this car on our record)
  • ▶REC-0061049 Oct 2024Years on the notice: 2010 - 2014The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), responsible for the Anti-lock Braking System, Electronic Stability Control System and Traction Control System, can remain live even when the vehicle is switched off.
    Models on the notice:
    XM Sorento
    Year range on the notice:
    2010 - 2014
    Variant applicability:
    All variants within this model
    Campaign:
    241143
    What the notice says to do:
    Kia Australia is contacting all known owners of affected vehicles by direct mail. Consumers should contact their nearest Kia Australia dealer to arrange for an inspection and repair of the vehicle, free of charge. Until it has been repaired, Kia recommends that the vehicle should not be parked near any flammable structures or in an enclosed area, i.e. not in a garage.
  • ▶REC-00576731 Aug 2023Years on the notice: 2022Due to a software issue, the turn indicators may not illuminate as intended.
    Models on the notice:
    MQ4 Sorento, MQ4 (P)HEV Sorento
    Year range on the notice:
    2022
    Variant applicability:
    All variants within this model
    Campaign:
    231070
    What the notice says to do:
    Owners of affected vehicles should immediately contact their preferred Kia dealer to schedule an appointment to have the multi-function switch software updated, free of charge.
  • ▶REC-0057242 Aug 2023Years on the notice: 2011 - 2015If the subject vehicles are continuously operated without inspection, the engine may exhibit abnormal noise and potentially seize.
    Models on the notice:
    SL Sportage, YD Cerato, XM Sorento
    Year range on the notice:
    2011 - 2015
    Campaign:
    230047
    What the notice says to do:
    Owners of affected vehicles should immediately contact their preferred Kia dealer to schedule an appointment to have the engine inspected and if required replaced, free of charge.
  • ▶REC-0055863 Jan 2023Years on the notice: 2020 - 2022Due to variations in production, a crack may develop in the Printed Circuit Board (PCB) of the Transmission Electric Oil Pump (EOP) which may lead to failure of the EOP.
    Models on the notice:
    MQ4 Sorento
    Year range on the notice:
    2020 - 2022
    Campaign:
    221135
    What the notice says to do:
    Owners should immediately contact their preferred Kia dealer to schedule an appointment, to have the Transmission software updated.
  • ▶REC-00558922 Dec 2022Years on the notice: 2012 - 2014The heater core element may operate at a higher than intended temperature causing damage to the electrical connector.
    Models on the notice:
    XM Sorento
    Year range on the notice:
    2012 - 2014
    Campaign:
    221086
    What the notice says to do:
    Owners can contact their local Kia dealership to schedule an appointment to have heater control relay replaced, the heater core element and connector inspected and replaced if damaged free of charge.
  • ▶REC-0054432 Jun 2022Years on the notice: 2014 - 2020; 2015 - 2021Due to a software issue, the Heater Core Element may operate at a higher than intended temperature causing damage to the connector.
    Models on the notice:
    QL Sportage, UM Sorento
    Year range on the notice:
    2014 - 2020; 2015 - 2021
    Variant applicability:
    All variants within this model
    Campaign:
    221023 & 221026
    What the notice says to do:
    Owners can contact their local Kia dealership to schedule an appointment to have the HVAC control unit software updated and the Heater Core Element and connector inspected and replaced if damaged.
  • ▶REC-00540826 Apr 2022Years on the notice: 2020Due to a manufacturing defect, a fuel leak may occur from the low-pressure fuel line hose clamp.
    Models on the notice:
    MQ4 Sorento and KA4 Carnival
    Year range on the notice:
    2020
    Variant applicability:
    All variants within this model
    Campaign:
    221003
    What the notice says to do:
    Owners can contact their local Kia dealership to schedule an appointment to have the fuel rail replaced free of charge.
  • ▶REC-00161520 Jun 2021Years on the notice: 2021The fuel supply pipe may have been damaged during manufacturing, which may result in a fuel leak.
    Models on the notice:
    CARNIVAL, SORENTO
    Year range on the notice:
    2021
    Campaign:
    211056
    What the notice says to do:
    Kia Motors Australia is contacting all known owners of affected vehicles by direct mail. Consumers should contact their nearest Kia Motors Australia dealer to arrange for an inspection and repair of the vehicle, free of charge. A dealer can be located by visiting https://www.kia.com/au/shopping-tools/find-a-dealer.html For further information, consumers should contact Kia Motors Australia on 13 15 42.
  • ▶REC-0007942 Dec 2020Years on the notice: 2020Fuel may leak from the low pressure fuel line hose clamp.
    Models on the notice:
    SORENTO
    Year range on the notice:
    2020
    Campaign:
    201120
    What the notice says to do:
    Kia Motors Australia is contacting all known owners of affected vehicles by direct mail. Consumers should contact their nearest Kia Motors Australia dealer to arrange for an inspection and repair of the vehicle, free of charge. A dealer can be located by visiting https://www.kia.com/au/shopping-tools/find-a-dealer.html For further information, consumers should contact Kia Motors Australia on 13 15 42.
  • ▶REC-00078924 Dec 2019Years on the notice: 2019Due to an error in the Frontal Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) software, the braking assist function may fail when the vehicle approaches a stationary vehicle or a pedestrian.
    Models on the notice:
    SORENTO
    Year range on the notice:
    2019
    Campaign:
    191139
    What the notice says to do:
    Affected owners will be contacted by direct mail. Owners should contact their nearest Kia Motors Australia dealer to arrange for an inspection and repair of the vehicle. For more information, consumers should contact Kia Motors Australia on 13 15 42.
  • ▶REC-0007837 Aug 2017Years on the notice: 2010 - 2011Vehicles equipped with Euro 5 R-engine, might exhibit premature deterioration of the fatigue-resistance and oil-proofing of the fuel feed hose.
    Models on the notice:
    SL SPORTAGE & XM SORENTO
    Year range on the notice:
    2010 - 2011
    Campaign:
    171072
    What the notice says to do:
    Customers will be contacted by direct mail and they should contact their nearest Kia Dealer to arrange an inspection and repair free of charge.
  • ▶REC-00379819 Jun 2017Years on the notice: the notice prints no build rangeMachining errors during the engine manufacturing process may cause premature bearing wear within the engine.
    Models on the notice:
    SORENTO
    Year range on the notice:
    the notice prints no build range
    Campaign:
    171046
    What the notice says to do:
    Customers will be contacted by direct mail and they should contact their nearest Kia Dealer to arrange an inspection and repair free of charge.

The register does not publish whether a campaign is complete, so a listed campaign may already be fixed on your car. Check your VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au before relying on this list; a recall covers the builds the notice lists, not every car of a model.

Safety Features

39 confirmed · 22 no data
  • StandardAEB (Car‑to‑Car)
  • StandardAEB (Pedestrian)
  • StandardABS
  • StandardEBD
  • StandardEmergency Brake Assist
  • StandardAdaptive Cruise Control
  • StandardCruise Control
  • StandardPush‑Button Start
  • StandardAir Conditioning
  • StandardDrive Modes
  • StandardBlind Spot Monitor
  • StandardLane Keep Assist
  • StandardLane Departure Warning
  • StandardRear Cross Traffic Alert
  • StandardReversing Collision Avoidance
  • StandardESC
  • StandardTraction Control
  • StandardHill Hold Assist
  • StandardTrailer Stability Control
  • StandardReversing Camera
  • StandardParking Sensors (Front)
  • StandardParking Sensors (Rear)
  • StandardAuto High Beam
  • StandardDaytime Running Lights
  • StandardFatigue Detection
  • StandardDriver Attention Monitor
  • StandardTraffic Sign Recognition
  • StandardSpeed Limiter
  • StandardTPMS
  • StandardEmergency Stop Signal
  • StandardSeatbelt Reminder
  • StandardAirbags (7)
  • StandardDriver Airbag
  • StandardPassenger Airbag
  • StandardSide Airbags (Front)
  • StandardCurtain Airbags
  • StandardCentre Airbag
  • StandardISOFIX
  • StandardeCall

Kia Sorento by model year

2026 Kia Sorento · MQ4 (2020-)

20 variants · from $54,380–$86,040

2024 Kia Sorento · MQ4 (2020-)

8 variants

2023 Kia Sorento · MQ4 (2020-)

8 variants

2021 Kia Sorento · MQ4 (2020-)

8 variants

2020 Kia Sorento · UM (2015-2020)

10 variants

2019 Kia Sorento · UM (2015-2020)

12 variants

2018 Kia Sorento · UM (2015-2020)

6 variants

2017 Kia Sorento · UM (2015-2020)

8 variants

2013 Kia Sorento · XM (2nd gen, MY13 facelift)

6 variants

2012 Kia Sorento · XM (2009-2015)

5 variants

Full Specifications

Engine & Drivetrain10 itemsEngine Size 2.2L · Cylinders 4 · Engine Layout Inline
Engine Size2.2L
Cylinders4
Engine LayoutInline
InductionTurbo
Power148 kW
Torque440 Nm
TransmissionAutomatic
Drive TypeAWD
0-100 km/h9s
Top Speed210 km/h
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Dimensions & Weights11 itemsLength 4,815 mm · Width 1,900 mm · Height 1,700 mm
Length4,815 mm
Width1,900 mm
Height1,700 mm
Wheelbase2,815 mm
Ground Clearance176 mm
Turning Circle11.6 m
Seats7
Boot (seats up)179L
Boot (seats folded)1,996L
Kerb Weight
GVM2,630 kg
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Towing & Load3 itemsTowing (Braked) 2,000 kg · Towing (Unbraked) 750 kg · Towball Download 200 kg
Towing (Braked)2,000 kg
Towing (Unbraked)750 kg
Towball Download200 kg
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Fuel & Economy5 itemsCombined 6 L/100km · City 7.5 L/100km · Highway 5.2 L/100km
Combined6 L/100km
City7.5 L/100km
Highway5.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank67L
CO2 Emissions158 g/km
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Engineering Detail1 itemTare Mass 1,974 kg
Tare Mass1,974 kg
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Technology & Connectivity18 itemsTouchscreen Size 12.3" · Digital Cluster Size 4" · Apple CarPlay
Touchscreen Size12.3"
Digital Cluster Size4"
Apple CarPlayYes
Android AutoYes
Wireless CarPlay/AAYes
Head-Up DisplayNo
Digital InstrumentsYes
Satellite NavigationNo
Digital Radio (DAB+)Yes
Voice RecognitionYes
BluetoothYes
OTA Software UpdatesYes
Keyless EntryYes
Tyre Pressure MonitoringYes
Multifunction DisplayYes
USB InputYes
AM/FM RadioYes
12V SocketYes

11 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.

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Driver Assistance & Safety15 itemsAutonomous Emergency Braking · Adaptive Cruise Control · Cruise Control
Autonomous Emergency BrakingYes
Adaptive Cruise ControlYes
Cruise ControlYes
Push-Button StartYes
Air ConditioningYes
Drive ModesYes
Lane Keep AssistYes
Lane Departure WarningYes
Blind Spot MonitorYes
Rear Cross Traffic AlertYes
Traffic Sign RecognitionYes
Driver Attention MonitorYes
Trailer Sway ControlYes
Multi-Collision BrakeYes
Doors Unlock After a CrashYes

20 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.

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Cameras & Parking4 itemsReversing Camera · Front Parking Sensors · Rear Parking Sensors
Reversing CameraYes
360-Degree CameraNo
Front Parking SensorsYes
Rear Parking SensorsYes

3 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.

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Audio System4 itemsSpeakers 7 speakers · Digital Radio (DAB+) · Bluetooth Audio
Speakers7 speakers
Premium AudioNo
Digital Radio (DAB+)Yes
Bluetooth AudioYes

1 further feature is not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover it. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks it.

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Comfort & Convenience15 itemsClimate Zones 1-zone · Seat Material Cloth · Dual Zone Climate
Climate Zones1-zone
Dual Zone ClimateYes
Front Power WindowsYes
Rear Climate VentsYes
Illuminated Vanity MirrorsYes
Seatback PocketsYes
Cargo BlindYes
Rear SpoilerYes
Seat MaterialCloth
Heated Front SeatsNo
Ventilated Front SeatsNo
Heated Steering WheelNo
Power TailgateNo
Ambient LightingNo
Keyless EntryYes

32 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.

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Wheels, Tyres & Brakes7 itemsWheel Size 17" · Wheel Material Alloy · Tyre Setup Square setup
Wheel Size17"
Wheel MaterialAlloy
Tyre SetupSquare setup
Front Tyres235/65 R17
Rear Tyres235/65 R17
Spare WheelFull size
Electric Park BrakeYes

3 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.

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Lighting & Visibility14 itemsLED Headlights · LED Daytime Running Lights · Auto High Beam
LED HeadlightsYes
LED Daytime Running LightsYes
Auto High BeamYes
LED Tail LightsNo
Automatic HeadlightsYes
Front Fog LightsYes
LED Front Fog LightsYes
Rain-Sensing WipersYes
Rear WiperYes
Heated MirrorsNo
Electric Folding MirrorsYes
Indicators in Door MirrorsYes
Auto-Dimming Rear-View MirrorNo
Rear Privacy GlassNo

7 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.

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Suspension & Steering2 itemsSteering Tilt · Steering Reach
Steering TiltYes
Steering ReachYes

7 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.

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Off-Road Capability1 itemGround Clearance 176mm
Ground Clearance176mm

14 further features are not confirmed for this variant: our source document does not cover them. Absence here is not evidence the car lacks them.

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Warranty & Servicing6 itemsNew Vehicle Warranty 7 years / Unlimited · Roadside Assistance 8 years · Anti-Corrosion Warranty 7 years
New Vehicle Warranty7 years / Unlimited
Roadside Assistance8 years
Anti-Corrosion Warranty7 years
Capped Servicing (5yr total)$2,662
Service Interval15,000 km / 12 months
First Service Due12 months / 15,000 km
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Price tracker

Standing price

$54,380 RRP before on-road costs

We check the manufacturer's published price regularly and record every change here.

RRP before on-road costs, as published by the manufacturer.

Overview

The 2026 Kia Sorento S Diesel is a seven-seat family SUV built around low running costs, with the 2.2-litre turbo diesel claiming 6.0L/100km combined and 158g/km on the ADR 81/02 cycle. Its strength is the 440Nm of torque through part-time AWD and an eight-speed wet dual-clutch, which makes it relaxed with a full load and rated to tow 2,000kg braked. The thing to plan around is packaging: 179 litres behind the third row is small, though folding that row opens 608 litres and dropping both rear rows gives 1,996.

Quick Insights

How this car rates on what Australian buyers care about most

Safety
5/5 ANCAPtested 2020
Running Cost
$11.40/100km
Warranty
7 years
Boot, seats up
179L
Value
Premium

Economy & Emissions

Combined

6 L/100km

Cost per 100km

~$11.40

City

7.5 L/100km

Highway

5.2 L/100km

CO2 Emissions

158 g/km

Fuel Tank

67L

Est. Range

~1117 km

Autonomous and advanced safety

Driver Attention Monitor

Range in the real world

How far a tank really takes you once speed, load and towing are counted, not just the lab figure
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Towing and load

The 4WD and load hardware this variant lists, the rig calculator, the load plans and the cost to tow
176mm Ground Clearance
2000kg Towing (Braked)
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Off-Road Capability

The wedges are drawn from this vehicle’s published approach, departure and breakover angles, and the water line marks its published wading depth.

176mm
Approach
No data
Departure
No data
Breakover
No data
KeyApproach angle (front)Departure angle (rear)Breakover angle (under body)Ground clearanceWading depth (water line)
Ground clearance 176mmWading depth No data
4WD hardware & driver aids
Centre diff lock
Rear diff lock
Low-range 4WD
Hill descent control

Unladen figures. Approach, departure and breakover angles and ground clearance all reduce once the vehicle is loaded with passengers, cargo or towball weight, so treat these as a best-case guide.

Manufacturer-published figures, shown as a guide. Not independently verified and may vary by variant, trim, tyre or model year. Vehicle drawings are schematic and ride-height differences are exaggerated for legibility. Confirm with the manufacturer before relying on them for off-road planning.

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Child seats and anchors

2+3+27 seats· 4 ISOFIX · 5 tether
frontITTITrow 2ITITrear
ISOFIX Top-tether Both None

ISOFIX lower anchors clip a compatible child seat straight to the car's frame, the quickest, most mistake-proof fit.

Top-tether straps stop a forward-facing seat pitching in a crash. Australian law requires a tether on every forward-facing child seat, so rear seats almost always have them.

Most 5-seat cars carry 2 ISOFIX on the outer 2nd-row seats plus tethers across the row; some 7-seaters add anchors in the third row.

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Dimensions and capacity

Length

4,815 mm

Width

1900 mm

Height

1700 mm

Wheelbase

2815 mm

GVM

2,630 kg

Boot (seats up)

179L

Boot (seats folded)

1,996L

Ground Clearance

176 mm

Towing (Braked)

2,000 kg

Turning Circle

11.6 m

AU Licence

Car licence (C class) ✓

Built for quietness

  • Acoustic glass: standard
  • Active noise cancellationNo data
  • Taller-sidewall tyres (65)
  • 17-inch wheels

Indicators from the manufacturer's equipment list and the car's own specification. CarSorted has not measured this car's cabin noise.

Specifications

Year

2026

Body Style

SUV

Fuel Type

Diesel

Powertrain

ICE

Transmission

Automatic

Drive Type

AWD

Seats

7

ANCAP Rating

5/5 (2020)

Tyre & Sidewall Comparison

Kia Sorento S Diesel

153mm wall

235/65 R17

235mm wide · 17" rim · 737mm OD

65-profile · High profile

$470–$1,170est. fitted set of 4Mid tier

Drawn at a shared scale across the compared cars and across both ends of a staggered car, so a bigger tyre is genuinely bigger. Sidewall view shows wall height (profile); tread view shows width. Price band is an indicative fitted cost, budget brand (low) to premium brand (high), for four of the one size or for two fronts plus two rears where the car is staggered, unless a verified set price is on file. Actual prices vary by brand, retailer and fitting.

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Factory size (this car)

235/65R17

Geometry from nominal sizes. Ride height is the axle centre, not guard clearance. VSB14 class: passenger car (+15mm / -26mm); check your placard and a certifier before fitting.

Performance

2.2LI4TurboDiesel
Power148 kW / 198 hp
Torque440 Nm

How quick is it?

0-100 km/h9s

0-100 times as published and held in our records. Counts cover on-sale cars with a figure and refresh daily.

Technology & Connectivity

6 confirmed · 14 no data
  • StandardApple CarPlay
  • StandardAndroid Auto
  • StandardWireless CarPlay/Android Auto
  • StandardDual Zone Climate
  • StandardKeyless Entry
  • StandardDigital Instruments

Connectivity

OTA Updates

Audio System

Speakers

7

Body Type

SUV

Sport Utility Vehicle with raised ride height and larger cargo area. Available in small, medium, and large sizes.

7

Seats

179L

Boot

2,000kg

Towing

Best For

  • Family transport
  • Cargo space
  • Higher driving position
  • Light off-road

Considerations

  • Higher fuel consumption
  • Larger parking footprint
  • Higher purchase price

Boot Space

Seats up179L
Seats down1996L

Fuel & Powertrain

Fuel Type

Diesel

What the car runs on

Powertrain

Internal Combustion

Propulsion technology

Diesel

Diesel engine. More efficient than petrol for highway driving and towing. Higher torque output.

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Official Data Sources:

The AAA's Real-World Testing Program drives each car it tests over a roughly 93 km route of public roads around Geelong and measures its fuel or energy use (and an EV's range), printed beside the lab figure.

Specifications sourced from manufacturer data and may contain errors. Always verify with your dealer before purchase.

Kia Sorento: price, running costs, warranty, safety and size by grade

Every figure below is read off Kia’s Australian documents for the 16 grades on this page, and each one says which grades it covers. Running costs are estimates and carry their assumptions; anything we do not hold says so.

Price band of each powertrain

PowertrainGradesPrice band
Diesel4$54,380 to $69,290RRP
Hybrid8$56,630 to $74,540RRP
Plug-in hybrid4$71,130 to $86,040RRP

Diesel: S Diesel, Sport Diesel, Sport+ Diesel and GT-Line Diesel

Hybrid: S HEV FWD, Sport HEV FWD, S HEV AWD, Sport HEV AWD, Sport+ HEV FWD, Sport+ HEV AWD, GT-Line HEV FWD and GT-Line HEV AWD

Plug-in hybrid: S PHEV AWD, Sport PHEV AWD, Sport+ PHEV AWD and GT-Line PHEV AWD

Fuel or energy a year, estimated

  • Diesel: about $1,780 a yearEstimate: 15,600 km a year, $1.90/L diesel
  • Hybrid: about $1,640 to $1,730 a yearEstimate: 15,600 km a year, $1.95/L petrol

No estimate for plug-in hybrid: the figure it would need is not on record.

Fuel or energy only. Servicing, rego, insurance and tyres are not in these figures, and your driving and prices will differ.

Warranty and servicing

New-car warranty
7yr / unlimited km
Service interval
12 months / 10,000 km · S HEV AWD, Sport HEV AWD, GT-Line HEV AWD, S HEV FWD, Sport+ HEV FWD, Sport+ HEV AWD, GT-Line HEV FWD and Sport HEV FWD
12 months / 15,000 km · GT-Line Diesel, S Diesel, Sport Diesel, GT-Line PHEV AWD, S PHEV AWD, Sport+ PHEV AWD and Sport+ Diesel
No data · Sport PHEV AWD
Capped-price servicing
Published for 16 of 16 grades.
Retailer price, from
Servicing from $269 at mycar, basic service, 15 Oct 2026
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ANCAP, by exact grade

  • 5/5 (2020)

A rating belongs to the exact variant ANCAP tested and is never carried across to a grade or a build year it does not cover. A rating older than six years is marked expired because ANCAP’s own test has moved on.

Safety recalls on the Kia Sorento

  • Due to a software error, the Instrument Cluster may display a blank screen or may not operate as intended.

    Published 2026-03-06. Year range on the notice: 2025. Matched to 16 of the 16 grades listed here. REC-006557 on the government register

    A blank or slow-responding instrument cluster screen fails to display critical information such as the speedometer or warning lights increasing the risk of an accident causing injury or death to vehicle occupants and/or other road users.

12 more verified notices are matched to other Kia Sorento rows we hold, not to the grades above(show)
  • The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), responsible for the Anti-lock Braking System, Electronic Stability Control System and Traction Control System, can remain live even when the vehicle is switched off. Year range on the notice: 2010 - 2014. REC-006104 on the government register
  • Due to a software issue, the turn indicators may not illuminate as intended. Year range on the notice: 2022. REC-005767 on the government register
  • If the subject vehicles are continuously operated without inspection, the engine may exhibit abnormal noise and potentially seize. Year range on the notice: 2011 - 2015. REC-005724 on the government register
  • Due to variations in production, a crack may develop in the Printed Circuit Board (PCB) of the Transmission Electric Oil Pump (EOP) which may lead to failure of the EOP. Year range on the notice: 2020 - 2022. REC-005586 on the government register
  • The heater core element may operate at a higher than intended temperature causing damage to the electrical connector. Year range on the notice: 2012 - 2014. REC-005589 on the government register
  • Due to a software issue, the Heater Core Element may operate at a higher than intended temperature causing damage to the connector. Year range on the notice: 2014 - 2020; 2015 - 2021. REC-005443 on the government register
  • Due to a manufacturing defect, a fuel leak may occur from the low-pressure fuel line hose clamp. Year range on the notice: 2020. REC-005408 on the government register
  • The fuel supply pipe may have been damaged during manufacturing, which may result in a fuel leak. Year range on the notice: 2021. REC-001615 on the government register
  • Fuel may leak from the low pressure fuel line hose clamp. Year range on the notice: 2020. REC-000794 on the government register
  • Due to an error in the Frontal Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) software, the braking assist function may fail when the vehicle approaches a stationary vehicle or a pedestrian. Year range on the notice: 2019. REC-000789 on the government register
  • Vehicles equipped with Euro 5 R-engine, might exhibit premature deterioration of the fatigue-resistance and oil-proofing of the fuel feed hose. Year range on the notice: 2010 - 2011. REC-000783 on the government register
  • Machining errors during the engine manufacturing process may cause premature bearing wear within the engine. REC-003798 on the government register

Size, capacity and weights across the grades

FigureAcross the gradesGrades holding it
Length4,815 mm16 of 16
Width1,900 mm16 of 16
Height1,700 mm16 of 16
Wheelbase2,815 mm16 of 16
Ground clearance174 to 176 mm16 of 16
Boot space175 to 179 L16 of 16
Fuel tank47 to 67 L16 of 16

Not yet on file for any grade on this page: kerb weight. Those read “No data” until we read them off a source document, rather than a guessed figure.

What Kia's spec sheet does not print

We read the document and it does not carry these figures. That is a finished question, not a gap we have not looked at.

  • kerb weight · 13 grades, read 29 Oct 2026 · kia.com
  • top speed · 6 grades, read 29 Oct 2026 · kia.com

Every Kia Sorento variant in Australia, compared

28 variants of the Kia Sorento are on sale in Australia. Tap to compare them side-by-side, then tap any variant for its full specs.

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S Petrol2026$51,380

Kia Sorento S Petrol

Power
200kW
Torque
332Nm
0–100
8s
Fuel use
9.8L/100km
Gearbox
Automatic
Drive
FWD
Seats
7
Towing
2,000kg
ANCAP
5-star (2020)

The 2026 Kia Sorento S Petrol is a three-row SUV that suits families wanting seven-seat practicality without stretching to a full-size vehicle, powered by a 3.5-litre petrol engine delivering 200kW and 332Nm with front-wheel drive. Its standout strength is the combination of a five-star ANCAP safety rating, seven-year warranty, and competitive fuel consumption of 6.8L/100km, making it both protective and economical for Australian family road trips and daily driving. One consideration: the 179-litre boot shrinks significantly with all seven seats in use, so buyers regularly carrying large cargo may find the space restrictive despite the versatile seating layout.

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Sport Petrol2026$54,000

Kia Sorento Sport Petrol

Power
200kW
Torque
332Nm
0–100
8s
Fuel use
9.8L/100km
Gearbox
Automatic
Drive
FWD
Seats
7
Towing
2,000kg
ANCAP
5-star (2020)

The 2026 Kia Sorento Sport is a practical seven-seat petrol SUV suited to family buyers wanting a reliable daily driver with solid warranty backing. Its standout strength is the combination of genuine towing capacity (2000kg) and competitive fuel efficiency (6.8L/100km) for a 3.5-litre engine, making it capable for weekend adventures without excessive fuel costs. One consideration is the modest 179-litre boot space, which may feel restrictive when all seven seats are occupied, so buyers with large cargo needs should test this carefully before purchase.

Configure the Sport Petrol
S Diesel2026$54,380

Kia Sorento S Diesel

Power
148kW
Torque
440Nm
0–100
9s
Fuel use
6L/100km
Gearbox
Automatic
Drive
AWD
Seats
7
Towing
2,000kg
ANCAP
5-star (2020)

The 2026 Kia Sorento S Diesel is a seven-seat family SUV built around low running costs, with the 2.2-litre turbo diesel claiming 6.0L/100km combined and 158g/km on the ADR 81/02 cycle. Its strength is the 440Nm of torque through part-time AWD and an eight-speed wet dual-clutch, which makes it relaxed with a full load and rated to tow 2,000kg braked. The thing to plan around is packaging: 179 litres behind the third row is small, though folding that row opens 608 litres and dropping both rear rows gives 1,996.

Configure the S Diesel
S HEV FWD2026$56,630

Kia Sorento S HEV FWD

Power
169kW
Torque
350Nm
0–100
8.9s
Fuel use
5.4L/100km
Gearbox
Automatic
Drive
FWD
Seats
7
Towing
1,650kg
ANCAP
5-star (2020)

The 2026 Kia Sorento S HEV FWD is a 7-seat hybrid SUV for families who need the third row, with drive going to the front wheels through an automatic. It's $56,630 RRP, which is the recommended retail price, before on-road costs. Fuel use is 5.4L/100km on the combined cycle, and braked towing is rated at 1,650kg. The catch is the boot with all seats up, which is 179 litres, though folding the rear seats opens it up to 608 litres. It suits a bigger family that wants seven seats and low fuel use without stepping into a diesel.

Configure the S HEV FWD
Sport Diesel2026$57,000

Kia Sorento Sport Diesel

Power
148kW
Torque
440Nm
0–100
9s
Fuel use
6L/100km
Gearbox
Automatic
Drive
AWD
Seats
7
Towing
2,000kg
ANCAP
5-star (2020)

The 2026 Kia Sorento Sport Diesel is a seven-seat mid-size SUV for families who want space and cheap diesel kilometres, claiming 6.0L/100km combined and 158g/km with 2,000kg of braked towing. The 2.2-litre turbo diesel's 440Nm through part-time AWD is the reason it feels unbothered loaded up, and Kia's seven-year warranty covers it. One consideration is boot space with all seven seats in use: 179 litres is enough for a school bag or two, so plan on folding the third row (608 litres) when you are carrying luggage.

Configure the Sport Diesel
Sport+ Petrol2026$58,930

Kia Sorento Sport+ Petrol

Power
200kW
Torque
332Nm
0–100
8s
Fuel use
9.8L/100km
Gearbox
Automatic
Drive
FWD
Seats
7
Towing
2,000kg
ANCAP
5-star (2020)

The 2026 Kia Sorento Sport+ is a practical seven-seat SUV powered by a 3.5-litre petrol engine delivering 200kW and 332Nm, making it ideal for families needing genuine third-row seating and 2000kg towing capacity. Its standout strength is the combination of a 5-star ANCAP safety rating with Kia's reassuring seven-year warranty, plus competitive running costs around $1519 annually and genuine 6.8L/100km efficiency for a vehicle of this size. The main consideration is that front-wheel drive and a 179-litre boot with all seven seats deployed may feel limiting for buyers prioritising off-road capability or cargo versatility compared to some rivals.

Configure the Sport+ Petrol
Sport HEV FWD2026$59,250

Kia Sorento Sport HEV FWD

Power
169kW
Torque
350Nm
Fuel use
5.4L/100km
Gearbox
Automatic
Drive
FWD
Seats
7
Towing
1,650kg
ANCAP
5-star (2020)

The 2026 Kia Sorento Sport HEV FWD is a 7-seat hybrid SUV, driving the front wheels through an automatic. It's $59,250 RRP, which is the recommended retail price, before on-road costs. Fuel use is 5.4L/100km on the combined cycle, and the boot holds 179 litres with every seat up or 1,996 litres with the rear seats folded. It's rated to tow 1,650kg braked. We don't have a warranty term for it yet, but it makes sense for families wanting seven seats and low fuel use without stepping up to all-wheel drive.

Configure the Sport HEV FWD
S HEV AWD2026$59,630

Kia Sorento S HEV AWD

Power
169kW
Torque
350Nm
Fuel use
5.7L/100km
Gearbox
Automatic
Drive
AWD
Seats
7
Towing
1,650kg
ANCAP
5-star (2020)

With all seven seats up, the 2026 Kia Sorento S HEV AWD gives you 179 litres of boot, and folding the rear seats opens that out to 1,996 litres. It's a hybrid SUV with all-wheel drive and an automatic, priced at $59,630 RRP, which is the recommended retail price before on-road costs. Fuel use is 5.7L/100km on the combined cycle, and braked towing is rated at 1,650kg. We don't have a warranty figure for it yet. It suits families who want the third row available and like the idea of hybrid fuel use.

Configure the S HEV AWD
Sport+ Diesel2026$61,930

Kia Sorento Sport+ Diesel

Power
148kW
Torque
440Nm
0–100
9s
Fuel use
6L/100km
Gearbox
Automatic
Drive
AWD
Seats
7
Towing
2,000kg
ANCAP
5-star (2020)

The 2026 Kia Sorento Sport+ Diesel is a seven-seat AWD family SUV for buyers who want genuine towing without a big fuel bill, rated at 2,000kg braked and a claimed 6.0L/100km combined. The 2.2-litre turbo diesel makes 148kW and 440Nm through an eight-speed wet dual-clutch, and the seven-year warranty takes the sting out of the long-term ownership question. The consideration is the same as it is for every three-row SUV at this size: 179 litres behind the third row, 608 with it folded, 1,996 with both rear rows down.

Configure the Sport+ Diesel
Sport HEV AWD2026$62,250

Kia Sorento Sport HEV AWD

Power
169kW
Torque
350Nm
Fuel use
5.7L/100km
Gearbox
Automatic
Drive
AWD
Seats
7
Towing
1,650kg
ANCAP
5-star (2020)

The 2026 Kia Sorento Sport HEV AWD is a 7-seat hybrid SUV with all-wheel drive and an automatic, built for families who need the extra row. It's $62,250 RRP, which is the recommended retail price before on-road costs. Fuel use is 5.7L/100km on the combined cycle, and it can tow 1,650kg braked. Boot space is 179 litres with all seats up, which is tight, but it opens to 1,996 litres with the rear seats folded. We don't have a warranty term for it yet, and it suits bigger households who want hybrid fuel use without giving up seats.

Configure the Sport HEV AWD
Sport+ HEV FWD2026$64,180

Kia Sorento Sport+ HEV FWD

Power
169kW
Torque
350Nm
Fuel use
5.4L/100km
Gearbox
Automatic
Drive
FWD
Seats
7
Towing
1,650kg
ANCAP
5-star (2020)

If you're after a seven-seat hybrid SUV for a family that tows now and then, the 2026 Kia Sorento Sport+ HEV FWD is worth a look. It's priced at $64,180 RRP, which is the recommended retail price, before on-road costs. Fuel use is 5.4L/100km on the combined cycle, and it drives the front wheels only. Boot space is 179 litres with all seats up and 1,996 litres with the rear seats folded, so the third row eats into luggage room. Braked towing is rated at 1,650kg, though we don't have a warranty term for it yet.

Configure the Sport+ HEV FWD
GT-Line Petrol2026$66,290

Kia Sorento GT-Line Petrol

Power
200kW
Torque
332Nm
0–100
8s
Fuel use
9.8L/100km
Gearbox
Automatic
Drive
FWD
Seats
7
Towing
2,000kg
ANCAP
5-star (2020)

The 2026 Kia Sorento GT-Line is a practical seven-seat family SUV that suits buyers wanting space and comfort without breaking the bank, backed by Kia's impressive seven-year warranty and respectable 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Its standout strength is the combination of a frugal 3.5-litre petrol engine delivering 200kW and 332Nm with claimed consumption of just 6.8L/100km, keeping annual running costs around $1519 while offering genuine 2000kg towing capacity for caravans or trailers. One consideration is the front-wheel-drive setup and 179-litre boot-adequate for most families but worth noting if you frequently carry large loads or need serious off-road capability.

Configure the GT-Line Petrol
Sport+ HEV AWD2026$67,180

Kia Sorento Sport+ HEV AWD

Power
169kW
Torque
350Nm
0–100
9.1s
Fuel use
5.7L/100km
Gearbox
Automatic
Drive
AWD
Seats
7
Towing
1,650kg
ANCAP
5-star (2020)

The 2026 Kia Sorento Sport+ HEV AWD is a 7-seat hybrid SUV with all four wheels driven and an automatic gearbox. It's $67,180 RRP, which is the recommended retail price, before on-road costs. Fuel use is 5.7L/100km on the combined cycle, and it has a 67-litre fuel tank. With all seven seats up the boot holds 179 litres, so luggage space gets tight until you fold the rear seats for 608 litres. It suits a family that needs the third row now and then and wants a hybrid that can still tow a modest load.

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GT-Line Diesel2026$69,290

Kia Sorento GT-Line Diesel

Power
148kW
Torque
440Nm
0–100
9s
Fuel use
6L/100km
Gearbox
Automatic
Drive
AWD
Seats
7
Towing
2,000kg
ANCAP
5-star (2020)

The 2026 Kia Sorento GT-Line Diesel is the top diesel grade of Kia's three-row SUV, aimed at families who need seven seats and a real 2,000kg braked towing rating. The 2.2-litre turbo diesel makes 148kW and 440Nm, drives all four wheels through an eight-speed wet dual-clutch and claims 6.0L/100km combined at 158g/km, which is unusually thrifty for the size. Worth knowing: this is a big, heavy car on a 2,630kg gross vehicle mass, so try it in a tight car park and with a trailer on before you commit.

Configure the GT-Line Diesel
S PHEV AWD2026$71,130

Kia Sorento S PHEV AWD

Power
195kW
Torque
350Nm
0–100
8.7s
Fuel use
1.6L/100km
EV range
67km
Gearbox
Automatic
Drive
AWD
Seats
7
Towing
1,010kg
ANCAP
5-star (2020)

The 2026 Kia Sorento S PHEV AWD is the plug-in version of Kia's seven-seater, for families who can charge at home and want most weekday driving done on electricity. Its 1.6-litre turbo petrol and electric motor make a combined 195kW and 350Nm through a six-speed automatic with all-wheel drive, and the ADR 81/02 combined figure of 1.6L/100km at 37g/km reflects a fully charged battery rather than what you will see once it is depleted. Consider the packaging cost of the battery: the boot is 175 litres behind the third row against the hybrid's 179, and braked towing drops to 1,010kg.

Configure the S PHEV AWD
GT-Line HEV FWD2026$71,540

Kia Sorento GT-Line HEV FWD

Power
169kW
Torque
350Nm
Fuel use
5.4L/100km
Gearbox
Automatic
Drive
FWD
Seats
7
Towing
1,650kg
ANCAP
5-star (2020)

The 2026 Kia Sorento GT-Line HEV FWD is $71,540 RRP, which is the recommended retail price, before on-road costs. For that you get a 7-seat hybrid SUV with an automatic, driving the front wheels and making 169kW combined. It uses 5.4L/100km on the combined cycle, and the boot holds 179 litres with all seats up or 1,996 litres with the rear seats folded. Braked towing is rated at 1,650kg, though we don't have a warranty term for it yet. It suits a family that needs a third row now and then and wants low fuel use.

Configure the GT-Line HEV FWD
Sport PHEV AWD2026$73,750

Kia Sorento Sport PHEV AWD

Power
195kW
Torque
350Nm
Fuel use
1.6L/100km
Gearbox
Automatic
Drive
AWD
Seats
7
Towing
1,010kg
ANCAP
5-star (2020)

The 2026 Kia Sorento Sport PHEV AWD is a 7-seat plug-in hybrid SUV with all four wheels driven. It's $73,750 RRP, which is the recommended retail price, before on-road costs. Claimed electric-only range is 55km from a 14kWh battery, and official combined fuel use is 1.6L/100km, a test that starts with a charged battery. We don't have a flat-battery fuel figure yet, so it's hard to say what it uses once the charge runs out. It suits a family with short daily trips and a spot to plug in at home who still wants a third row.

Configure the Sport PHEV AWD
GT-Line HEV AWD2026$74,540

Kia Sorento GT-Line HEV AWD

Power
169kW
Torque
350Nm
0–100
9.1s
Fuel use
5.7L/100km
Gearbox
Automatic
Drive
AWD
Seats
7
Towing
1,650kg
ANCAP
5-star (2020)

If you're after a 7-seat hybrid SUV for a growing family that still needs to tow the odd boat or camper, the 2026 Kia Sorento GT-Line HEV AWD is worth a look. It's priced at $74,540 RRP, which is Kia's recommended retail price, before on-road costs. Fuel use is 5.7L/100km on the combined cycle, and it carries a 67-litre fuel tank. Boot space is 179 litres with all seats up and 608 litres with the rear seats folded, so with the third row in use there isn't a lot of room left for bags. It can tow 1,650kg braked and 750kg unbraked, and it sends drive to all four wheels.

Configure the GT-Line HEV AWD
Sport+ PHEV AWD2026$78,680

Kia Sorento Sport+ PHEV AWD

Power
195kW
Torque
350Nm
0–100
8.7s
Fuel use
1.6L/100km
EV range
67km
Gearbox
Automatic
Drive
AWD
Seats
7
Towing
1,010kg
ANCAP
5-star (2020)

The 2026 Kia Sorento Sport+ PHEV AWD gives families a seven-seat SUV that can cover a typical weekday commute on electricity and still do a country run on petrol, with a combined 195kW and 350Nm through a six-speed automatic and all-wheel drive. The headline 1.6L/100km and 37g/km are ADR 81/02 plug-in figures measured from a full battery, so treat them as a best case rather than a promise. The trade-offs are real: 175 litres of boot behind the third row, 604 with it folded, and 1,010kg of braked towing, well short of what the diesel Sorento is rated to pull.

Configure the Sport+ PHEV AWD
GT-Line PHEV AWD2026$86,040

Kia Sorento GT-Line PHEV AWD

Power
195kW
Torque
350Nm
0–100
8.7s
Fuel use
1.6L/100km
EV range
67km
Gearbox
Automatic
Drive
AWD
Seats
7
Towing
1,010kg
ANCAP
5-star (2020)

The 2026 Kia Sorento GT-Line PHEV AWD is the flagship of the range, a seven-seat plug-in hybrid making a combined 195kW and 350Nm through all-wheel drive and a six-speed automatic. Charged nightly it can do most short trips on electricity, and its ADR 81/02 combined figures of 1.6L/100km and 37g/km are measured from a full battery rather than a flat one. Consider that this is a large, heavy car with a 2,700kg gross vehicle mass, that the battery under the second row cuts the behind-the-third-row boot to 175 litres, and that braked towing is 1,010kg, well short of the diesel Sorento's rating.

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S 3.5L Petrol2021POA

Kia Sorento S 3.5L Petrol

Power
200kW
Torque
332Nm
Fuel use
9.7L/100km
Gearbox
8 speed automatic (Sports-matic)
Drive
FWD
Seats
7
ANCAP
5-star (2020)

The 2021 Kia Sorento S is the entry grade of the MQ4-generation Sorento, here with the 3.5l petrol powertrain. The 3.5-litre SmartStream V6 makes 200 kW at 6,300 rpm and 332 Nm at 5,000 rpm through an eight-speed Sports-matic automatic driving the front wheels, and Kia certifies it at 9.7 L/100km combined and 222 g/km CO2 on the ADR 81/02 cycle. Every MY21 Sorento is a seven-seater measuring 4,810 mm long on a 2,815 mm wheelbase, with 176 mm of ground clearance, a 67-litre tank and luggage space that runs from 187 litres with all three rows up to 2,011 litres with the second and third rows folded. Standard safety across the range includes autonomous emergency braking with car, pedestrian, cyclist and junction detection, blind spot and rear cross-traffic collision avoidance, lane keeping with lane following assist, multi-collision braking, safe exit assist, front and rear parking sensors and advanced smart cruise control. The S rides on 17-inch alloys and gets an 8-inch touchscreen, embossed cloth trim and a six-way manual driver's seat.

Configure the S 3.5L Petrol
Sport+ 3.5L Petrol2021POA

Kia Sorento Sport+ 3.5L Petrol

Power
200kW
Torque
332Nm
Fuel use
9.7L/100km
Gearbox
8 speed automatic (Sports-matic)
Drive
FWD
Seats
7
ANCAP
5-star (2020)

The 2021 Kia Sorento Sport+ is the second-from-top grade of the MQ4-generation Sorento, here with the 3.5l petrol powertrain. The 3.5-litre SmartStream V6 makes 200 kW at 6,300 rpm and 332 Nm at 5,000 rpm through an eight-speed Sports-matic automatic driving the front wheels, and Kia certifies it at 9.7 L/100km combined and 222 g/km CO2 on the ADR 81/02 cycle. Every MY21 Sorento is a seven-seater measuring 4,810 mm long on a 2,815 mm wheelbase, with 176 mm of ground clearance, a 67-litre tank and luggage space that runs from 187 litres with all three rows up to 2,011 litres with the second and third rows folded. Standard safety across the range includes autonomous emergency braking with car, pedestrian, cyclist and junction detection, blind spot and rear cross-traffic collision avoidance, lane keeping with lane following assist, multi-collision braking, safe exit assist, front and rear parking sensors and advanced smart cruise control. The Sport+ adds 19-inch alloys, heated leather-appointed front seats, a heated steering wheel, privacy glass, a hands-free smart power tailgate and second and third row USB chargers.

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Sport 3.5L Petrol2021POA

Kia Sorento Sport 3.5L Petrol

Power
200kW
Torque
332Nm
Fuel use
9.7L/100km
Gearbox
8 speed automatic (Sports-matic)
Drive
FWD
Seats
7
ANCAP
5-star (2020)

The 2021 Kia Sorento Sport is the second-rung grade of the MQ4-generation Sorento, here with the 3.5l petrol powertrain. The 3.5-litre SmartStream V6 makes 200 kW at 6,300 rpm and 332 Nm at 5,000 rpm through an eight-speed Sports-matic automatic driving the front wheels, and Kia certifies it at 9.7 L/100km combined and 222 g/km CO2 on the ADR 81/02 cycle. Every MY21 Sorento is a seven-seater measuring 4,810 mm long on a 2,815 mm wheelbase, with 176 mm of ground clearance, a 67-litre tank and luggage space that runs from 187 litres with all three rows up to 2,011 litres with the second and third rows folded. Standard safety across the range includes autonomous emergency braking with car, pedestrian, cyclist and junction detection, blind spot and rear cross-traffic collision avoidance, lane keeping with lane following assist, multi-collision braking, safe exit assist, front and rear parking sensors and advanced smart cruise control. The Sport adds 18-inch alloys, the 10.25-inch touchscreen with satellite navigation and ten years of map and traffic updates, a 10-way power driver's seat and dual-zone climate control.

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Sport 2.2L Diesel2021POA

Kia Sorento Sport 2.2L Diesel

Power
148kW
Torque
440Nm
Fuel use
6.1L/100km
Gearbox
8 speed Dual Clutch Transmission (Wet-type)
Drive
AWD
Seats
7
ANCAP
5-star (2020)

The 2021 Kia Sorento Sport is the second-rung grade of the MQ4-generation Sorento, here with the 2.2l diesel powertrain. The 2.2-litre SmartStream turbo-diesel four makes 148 kW at 3,800 rpm and a solid 440 Nm from 1,750 rpm, sent through an eight-speed wet dual-clutch transmission and Kia's Active AWD system with a lock mode. Kia certifies it at 6.1 L/100km combined and 159 g/km CO2 on the ADR 81/02 cycle. Every MY21 Sorento is a seven-seater measuring 4,810 mm long on a 2,815 mm wheelbase, with 176 mm of ground clearance, a 67-litre tank and luggage space that runs from 187 litres with all three rows up to 2,011 litres with the second and third rows folded. Standard safety across the range includes autonomous emergency braking with car, pedestrian, cyclist and junction detection, blind spot and rear cross-traffic collision avoidance, lane keeping with lane following assist, multi-collision braking, safe exit assist, front and rear parking sensors and advanced smart cruise control. The Sport adds 18-inch alloys, the 10.25-inch touchscreen with satellite navigation and ten years of map and traffic updates, a 10-way power driver's seat and dual-zone climate control.

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GT-Line 2.2L Diesel2021POA

Kia Sorento GT-Line 2.2L Diesel

Power
148kW
Torque
440Nm
Fuel use
6.1L/100km
Gearbox
8 speed Dual Clutch Transmission (Wet-type)
Drive
AWD
Seats
7
ANCAP
5-star (2020)

The 2021 Kia Sorento GT-Line is the flagship grade of the MQ4-generation Sorento, here with the 2.2l diesel powertrain. The 2.2-litre SmartStream turbo-diesel four makes 148 kW at 3,800 rpm and a solid 440 Nm from 1,750 rpm, sent through an eight-speed wet dual-clutch transmission and Kia's Active AWD system with a lock mode. Kia certifies it at 6.1 L/100km combined and 159 g/km CO2 on the ADR 81/02 cycle. Every MY21 Sorento is a seven-seater measuring 4,810 mm long on a 2,815 mm wheelbase, with 176 mm of ground clearance, a 67-litre tank and luggage space that runs from 187 litres with all three rows up to 2,011 litres with the second and third rows folded. Standard safety across the range includes autonomous emergency braking with car, pedestrian, cyclist and junction detection, blind spot and rear cross-traffic collision avoidance, lane keeping with lane following assist, multi-collision braking, safe exit assist, front and rear parking sensors and advanced smart cruise control. The GT-Line tops the range with 20-inch dark chrome alloys, quilted Nappa leather with heated and ventilated front seats, a 14-way power driver's seat with memory, the 12.3-inch digital cluster, a 12-speaker BOSE system, a panoramic sunroof, 360-degree camera, Blind Spot View Monitor, wireless phone charging and interior mood lighting.

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Sport+ 2.2L Diesel2021POA

Kia Sorento Sport+ 2.2L Diesel

Power
148kW
Torque
440Nm
Fuel use
6.1L/100km
Gearbox
8 speed Dual Clutch Transmission (Wet-type)
Drive
AWD
Seats
7
ANCAP
5-star (2020)

The 2021 Kia Sorento Sport+ is the second-from-top grade of the MQ4-generation Sorento, here with the 2.2l diesel powertrain. The 2.2-litre SmartStream turbo-diesel four makes 148 kW at 3,800 rpm and a solid 440 Nm from 1,750 rpm, sent through an eight-speed wet dual-clutch transmission and Kia's Active AWD system with a lock mode. Kia certifies it at 6.1 L/100km combined and 159 g/km CO2 on the ADR 81/02 cycle. Every MY21 Sorento is a seven-seater measuring 4,810 mm long on a 2,815 mm wheelbase, with 176 mm of ground clearance, a 67-litre tank and luggage space that runs from 187 litres with all three rows up to 2,011 litres with the second and third rows folded. Standard safety across the range includes autonomous emergency braking with car, pedestrian, cyclist and junction detection, blind spot and rear cross-traffic collision avoidance, lane keeping with lane following assist, multi-collision braking, safe exit assist, front and rear parking sensors and advanced smart cruise control. The Sport+ adds 19-inch alloys, heated leather-appointed front seats, a heated steering wheel, privacy glass, a hands-free smart power tailgate and second and third row USB chargers.

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GT-Line 3.5L Petrol2021POA

Kia Sorento GT-Line 3.5L Petrol

Power
200kW
Torque
332Nm
Fuel use
9.7L/100km
Gearbox
8 speed automatic (Sports-matic)
Drive
FWD
Seats
7
ANCAP
5-star (2020)

The 2021 Kia Sorento GT-Line is the flagship grade of the MQ4-generation Sorento, here with the 3.5l petrol powertrain. The 3.5-litre SmartStream V6 makes 200 kW at 6,300 rpm and 332 Nm at 5,000 rpm through an eight-speed Sports-matic automatic driving the front wheels, and Kia certifies it at 9.7 L/100km combined and 222 g/km CO2 on the ADR 81/02 cycle. Every MY21 Sorento is a seven-seater measuring 4,810 mm long on a 2,815 mm wheelbase, with 176 mm of ground clearance, a 67-litre tank and luggage space that runs from 187 litres with all three rows up to 2,011 litres with the second and third rows folded. Standard safety across the range includes autonomous emergency braking with car, pedestrian, cyclist and junction detection, blind spot and rear cross-traffic collision avoidance, lane keeping with lane following assist, multi-collision braking, safe exit assist, front and rear parking sensors and advanced smart cruise control. The GT-Line tops the range with 20-inch dark chrome alloys, quilted Nappa leather with heated and ventilated front seats, a 14-way power driver's seat with memory, the 12.3-inch digital cluster, a 12-speaker BOSE system, a panoramic sunroof, 360-degree camera, Blind Spot View Monitor, wireless phone charging and interior mood lighting.

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S 2.2L Diesel2021POA

Kia Sorento S 2.2L Diesel

Power
148kW
Torque
440Nm
Fuel use
6.1L/100km
Gearbox
8 speed Dual Clutch Transmission (Wet-type)
Drive
AWD
Seats
7
ANCAP
5-star (2020)

The 2021 Kia Sorento S is the entry grade of the MQ4-generation Sorento, here with the 2.2l diesel powertrain. The 2.2-litre SmartStream turbo-diesel four makes 148 kW at 3,800 rpm and a solid 440 Nm from 1,750 rpm, sent through an eight-speed wet dual-clutch transmission and Kia's Active AWD system with a lock mode. Kia certifies it at 6.1 L/100km combined and 159 g/km CO2 on the ADR 81/02 cycle. Every MY21 Sorento is a seven-seater measuring 4,810 mm long on a 2,815 mm wheelbase, with 176 mm of ground clearance, a 67-litre tank and luggage space that runs from 187 litres with all three rows up to 2,011 litres with the second and third rows folded. Standard safety across the range includes autonomous emergency braking with car, pedestrian, cyclist and junction detection, blind spot and rear cross-traffic collision avoidance, lane keeping with lane following assist, multi-collision braking, safe exit assist, front and rear parking sensors and advanced smart cruise control. The S rides on 17-inch alloys and gets an 8-inch touchscreen, embossed cloth trim and a six-way manual driver's seat.

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