Kia Sorento vs Acura MDX
Overview | |
Years produced2001-2020 | Years produced2003-2009 |
MSRP$51,200 | MSRP$31,990 |
Average price$32,618 | Average price$22,713 |
Listings782 | Listings2343 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews8.7 out of 10 |
Pros
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Reviews Summary | |
Reviews SummaryOn the small end of the midsize SUV spectrum, the Sorento is a classic in-betweener. It’s big enough to get a standard third row and has more room than compact crossovers like the Toyota RAV4, but it’s smaller and cheaper than most three-row midsizes, including Kia’s Telluride and the Ford Explorer. Gas-powered 2024 Sorentos get a visual glow-up as well as major infotainment and safety system updates, and a new X-Pro trim. Hybrid and PHEV Sorentos, which we review separately, won’t get these changes until 2025. Verdict: The 2024 Kia Sorento’s new looks make it seem bigger and fancier, and the X-Pro adds capability. There are more safety features and the Sorento’s tech is even easier to use. Demerits remain, namely the diminutive third row and pricey top trims, but the 2024 Sorento has lots to offer family buyers. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine | Engine2.5L 191 hp I4 |
Drive Train | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower | Horsepower191 hp @ 6100 rpm |
MPG City | MPG City23 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway31 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.5L 290 hp V6 | Engine Name2.5L 191 hp I4 |
Torque267 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm | Torque181 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower290 hp @ 6200 rpm | Horsepower191 hp @ 6100 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City | MPG City23 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway31 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity7 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space16.3 cu ft | Cargo Space12.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight4268 lbs | Curb Weight3814 lbs |
Height67.9 in | Height66.7 in |
Length198.4 in | Length189.6 in |
Width78.7 in | Width74.8 in |
Wheelbase113.8 in | Wheelbase110.8 in |
Maximum Payload1173 lbs | Maximum Payload1587 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2001-2020 | 2003-2009 |
MSRP | $51,200 | $31,990 |
Average price | $32,618 | $22,713 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.7 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | On the small end of the midsize SUV spectrum, the Sorento is a classic in-betweener. It’s big enough to get a standard third row and has more room than compact crossovers like the Toyota RAV4, but it’s smaller and cheaper than most three-row midsizes, including Kia’s Telluride and the Ford Explorer. Gas-powered 2024 Sorentos get a visual glow-up as well as major infotainment and safety system updates, and a new X-Pro trim. Hybrid and PHEV Sorentos, which we review separately, won’t get these changes until 2025. Verdict: The 2024 Kia Sorento’s new looks make it seem bigger and fancier, and the X-Pro adds capability. There are more safety features and the Sorento’s tech is even easier to use. Demerits remain, namely the diminutive third row and pricey top trims, but the 2024 Sorento has lots to offer family buyers. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 191 hp I4 | |
Drive Train | FWD | |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
Horsepower | 191 hp @ 6100 rpm | |
MPG City | 23 | |
MPG Highway | 31 | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.5L 290 hp V6 | 2.5L 191 hp I4 |
Torque | 267 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm | 181 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower | 290 hp @ 6200 rpm | 191 hp @ 6100 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 23 | |
MPG Highway | 31 | |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 16.3 cu ft | 12.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4268 lbs | 3814 lbs |
Height | 67.9 in | 66.7 in |
Length | 198.4 in | 189.6 in |
Width | 78.7 in | 74.8 in |
Wheelbase | 113.8 in | 110.8 in |
Maximum Payload | 1173 lbs | 1587 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | 2000 lbs |
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