Kia Sorento vs MINI Countryman
Overview | |
Years produced2003-2009 | Years produced2011-Present |
MSRP$31,990 | MSRP$32,650 |
Average price$22,974 | Average price$24,809 |
Listings2144 | Listings408 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.5 out of 10 |
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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. | |
Reviews SummaryThe new MINI Countryman arrives next year and we know at least one version of the 2025 Countryman will be electric, if not all of them. In the meantime, the 2024 MINI Countryman enters its eighth year in second-generation spec. Three gas-powered variants are offered in addition to the Cooper SE plug-in hybrid. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 191 hp I4 | Engine1.5L 134 hp I3 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower191 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower134 hp @ 4500 rpm |
MPG City23 | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway32 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 191 hp I4 | Engine Name1.5L 134 hp I3 |
Torque181 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque162 lb-ft @ 1480 rpm |
Horsepower191 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower134 hp @ 4500 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City23 | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway32 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space12.6 cu ft | Cargo Space17.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight3814 lbs | Curb Weight3444 lbs |
Height66.7 in | Height61.3 in |
Length189.6 in | Length169.7 in |
Width74.8 in | Width78.8 in |
Wheelbase110.8 in | Wheelbase105.1 in |
Maximum Payload1587 lbs | Maximum Payload820 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2003-2009 | 2011-Present |
MSRP | $31,990 | $32,650 |
Average price | $22,974 | $24,809 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.4 | 4.5 |
Expert reviews | 8.7 out of 10Read full review | 6.5 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. | The new MINI Countryman arrives next year and we know at least one version of the 2025 Countryman will be electric, if not all of them. In the meantime, the 2024 MINI Countryman enters its eighth year in second-generation spec. Three gas-powered variants are offered in addition to the Cooper SE plug-in hybrid. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 191 hp I4 | 1.5L 134 hp I3 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Horsepower | 191 hp @ 6100 rpm | 134 hp @ 4500 rpm |
MPG City | 23 | 26 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 32 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 191 hp I4 | 1.5L 134 hp I3 |
Torque | 181 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 162 lb-ft @ 1480 rpm |
Horsepower | 191 hp @ 6100 rpm | 134 hp @ 4500 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 23 | 26 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 32 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 12.6 cu ft | 17.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3814 lbs | 3444 lbs |
Height | 66.7 in | 61.3 in |
Length | 189.6 in | 169.7 in |
Width | 74.8 in | 78.8 in |
Wheelbase | 110.8 in | 105.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 1587 lbs | 820 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | |
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