2025 Kia Sorento
US · SUV · Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
The 2025 Kia Sorento is listed in the US market as a suv. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- Varies by configuration: 2.5L 4-cylinder (SIDI & PFI), 2.5L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI & PFI), 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; Hybrid), 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; PHEV)
- Power
- Not available
- Torque
- Not available
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Automatic, Dual-clutch
- Drivetrain
- Varies by configuration: AWD, FWD
- Fuel
- Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid
- Seating
- Not available
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 2.5L 4-cylinder (SIDI & PFI), 2.5L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI & PFI), 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; Hybrid), 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; PHEV) | |
| Displacement | 1.6 L to 2.5 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Aspiration | Varies by configuration: Turbocharged | |
| Fuel type | Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid |
Not available from our sources: Power, Torque.
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Automatic, Dual-clutch | |
| Gears | 6 to 8 | |
| Drivetrain | Varies by configuration: AWD, FWD |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 36 mpg (6.5 L/100 km) to 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) | |
| City | 36 mpg (6.5 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 36 mpg (6.5 L/100 km) to 27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km) |
Not available from our sources: Electric range, Battery capacity.
Trims and configurations
7 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
- Sorento AWD · 2.5L · AWD · 8-speed automatic
- Sorento AWD · 2.5L · AWD · 8-speed dct
- Sorento FWD · 2.5L · FWD · 8-speed automatic
- Sorento FWD · 2.5L · FWD · 8-speed dct
- Sorento Hybrid AWD · 1.6L · AWD · 6-speed dct · Hybrid
- Sorento Hybrid FWD · 1.6L · FWD · 6-speed dct · Hybrid
- Sorento Plug-in Hybrid · 1.6L · AWD · 6-speed dct · Plug-in Hybrid
Recalls
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked October 5, 2026.
26V046000: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 Kia K4, 2025-2026 Sorento, Sorento Hybrid, Sorento Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV), 2026 Sportage, Sportage Hybrid, Sportage PHEV, K5, EV9, Carnival, and Carnival Hybrid vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard…
Remedy: The instrument panel display software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 26, 2026. Owners may contact Kia Customer Service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's…
Reported January 27, 2026. View on NHTSA
25V548000: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 K4 and Sorento vehicles. The connecting rod bolts in the engine may have been improperly tightened, which can cause a loss of drive power.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the sub engine assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 12, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC349.
Reported August 25, 2025. View on NHTSA
25V006000: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Sorento, 2025 Sorento Hybrid, and 2025 Sorento Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. A software error in the Body Domain Control Unit (BDC) may cause a loss of low beam headlights and taillights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated…
Remedy: Dealers will update the BDC software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 21, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC331.
Reported January 13, 2025. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 2, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 2, 2026 · US Government public data
Last verified: October 2, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
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Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2025 Kia Sorento have?
Varies by configuration: 2.5L 4-cylinder (SIDI & PFI), 2.5L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI & PFI), 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; Hybrid), 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; PHEV). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 2025 Kia Sorento?
Combined fuel economy is 36 mpg (6.5 L/100 km) to 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2025 Kia Sorento front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: AWD, FWD.
Are there recalls for the 2025 Kia Sorento?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked October 5, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.