2027 Kia Sorento Prices, Hybrid & Specs
2027 Kia Sorento: Prices, Hybrid, MPG & Specs
The Kia Sorento is a midsize three-row SUV offered as a gas model, a Hybrid, and a Plug-in Hybrid. This guide covers every 2027 Sorento trim and Kia MSRP, EPA fuel economy, electric range, seating, cargo, towing, and which version fits Central Valley driving, for shoppers still comparing as well as those ready to buy.
Quick answer: The 2027 Kia Sorento is a midsize SUV with three rows and seating for six or seven, sold in 15 versions across three powertrains. The gas Sorento starts at $32,590 MSRP with a 186-hp 2.5L four (26 mpg combined, EPA-estimated); EX and higher gas trims use a 274-hp 2.5L turbo. The Sorento Hybrid starts at $39,090 and is EPA-rated up to 37 mpg combined with front-wheel drive. The Sorento Plug-in Hybrid now comes only as the X-Line SX-Prestige AWD at $53,890, with an EPA-estimated 31 miles of electric range (2026 rating). Prices are Kia MSRP excluding the $1,495 destination charge. The gas X-Pro SX-Prestige can tow up to 4,500 lb when properly equipped, and every Sorento has 12.6 cu ft of cargo space behind the third row and 75.5 cu ft behind the first.
2027 Kia Sorento Powertrains
| Model | Powertrain | Output | Transmission | Drive | EPA combined | Starting MSRP* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sorento LX, S | 2.5L I-4 | 186 hp / 178 lb-ft | 8-speed automatic | FWD (S: FWD or AWD) | 26 mpg FWD / 25 mpg AWD | $32,590 |
| Sorento EX and up | 2.5L turbo I-4 | 274 hp / 311 lb-ft | 8-speed dual-clutch | FWD or AWD (X-Line, X-Pro: AWD) | 23 mpg | $38,690 |
| Sorento Hybrid | 1.6L turbo I-4 hybrid, 1.0 kWh battery | 227 hp / 258 lb-ft combined** | 6-speed automatic | FWD or AWD | 37 mpg FWD / 34 mpg AWD | $39,090 |
| Sorento Plug-in Hybrid | 1.6L turbo I-4 plug-in hybrid, 14 kWh battery | 261 hp combined** | 6-speed automatic | AWD | 31 mi electric; 74 MPGe; 33 mpg as a hybrid (2026 ratings) | $53,890 |
**Kia publishes two figures for the hybrids. Kia’s 2026 Hybrid spec sheet lists 227 hp and 258 lb-ft, while kia.com lists 232 hp and 270 lb-ft for the 2027 Hybrid. kia.com lists 261 hp for the Plug-in Hybrid, while Kia’s 2026 spec sheet lists 268 hp and 270 lb-ft. Kia has not published a separate 2027 Hybrid or Plug-in Hybrid spec sheet at the time of writing.
2027 Kia Sorento Prices: All 15 Versions
Prices below are Kia MSRP. The first price column excludes Kia’s $1,495 destination charge; the second column adds it.
| Trim | Powertrain | Drive | MSRP | MSRP + $1,495 destination |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX | 2.5L gas | FWD | $32,590 | $34,085 |
| S | 2.5L gas | FWD | $35,490 | $36,985 |
| S | 2.5L gas | AWD | $37,490 | $38,985 |
| EX | 2.5L turbo | FWD | $38,690 | $40,185 |
| EX | 2.5L turbo | AWD | $40,190 | $41,685 |
| SX | 2.5L turbo | FWD | $42,490 | $43,985 |
| X-Line EX | 2.5L turbo | AWD | $42,990 | $44,485 |
| X-Line SX | 2.5L turbo | AWD | $44,290 | $45,785 |
| X-Line SX-Prestige | 2.5L turbo | AWD | $46,990 | $48,485 |
| X-Pro SX-Prestige | 2.5L turbo | AWD | $47,990 | $49,485 |
| Hybrid EX | 1.6L turbo hybrid | FWD | $39,090 | $40,585 |
| Hybrid EX | 1.6L turbo hybrid | AWD | $40,890 | $42,385 |
| Hybrid X-Line EX | 1.6L turbo hybrid | AWD | $43,090 | $44,585 |
| Hybrid X-Line SX-Prestige | 1.6L turbo hybrid | AWD | $47,590 | $49,085 |
| Plug-in Hybrid X-Line SX-Prestige | 1.6L turbo plug-in hybrid | AWD | $53,890 | $55,385 |
The hybrid premium is small: a Sorento Hybrid EX FWD is $400 more than a gas EX FWD, and it is EPA-rated at 37 mpg combined versus 23 mpg. With AWD, the Hybrid EX is $700 more than the gas EX.
MSRP is not Valley Kia of Modesto’s selling price and excludes tax, title, license, registration, options, and dealer fees.
What’s New for the 2027 Kia Sorento
- Gas Sorento: Jade Black Green paint replaces Jungle Green. Kia says changes are otherwise minimal, and the LX price rises $200.
- Sorento Hybrid: new X-Line EX trim with gloss-black wheels and exterior accents, machined wood inlays on X-Line trims, a standard head-up display on the X-Line SX-Prestige, HEV tailgate badging, and Pale Gray replacing Steel Gray.
- Sorento Plug-in Hybrid: the EX trim is dropped, leaving only the X-Line SX-Prestige AWD. A head-up display is now standard, and a combined Level 1/Level 2 charging cable is included.
- Same generation: the 2027 Sorento carries over the styling, cabin tech, and powertrains of the 2025 refresh. Kia has not announced a next-generation Sorento; reports of a redesign or another facelift are unconfirmed.
Kia Sorento MPG & Electric Range
| Model | EPA-estimated efficiency |
|---|---|
| 2.5L FWD (LX, S) | 23 city / 31 hwy / 26 combined mpg |
| 2.5L AWD (S) | 23 city / 28 hwy / 25 combined mpg |
| 2.5L turbo FWD | 20 city / 29 hwy / 23 combined mpg |
| 2.5L turbo AWD | 20 city / 27 hwy / 23 combined mpg |
| Hybrid FWD | 37 city / 36 hwy / 37 combined mpg |
| Hybrid AWD | 32 city / 35 hwy / 34 combined mpg |
| Plug-in Hybrid AWD | 31 mi all-electric range; 74 MPGe; 33 mpg combined as a hybrid (2026 ratings) |
Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid for Central Valley driving
The Sorento Hybrid does its best work in stop-and-go traffic, like rush hour on Highway 99 or McHenry Avenue, where it gets 37 mpg city with FWD. The Plug-in Hybrid’s 31 miles of electric range covers many daily round trips around Modesto, Ceres, and Turlock without using gas if you charge at home. On an Altamont Pass commute to the Bay Area, or a drive up Highway 108 or 120 toward the Sierra and Yosemite, it runs as a 33-mpg hybrid once the battery is used up.
EPA estimates. The Plug-in Hybrid figures are Kia’s 2026 ratings; Kia has not published 2027 Plug-in Hybrid ratings at the time of writing. Actual mileage and electric range vary with driving conditions, temperature (including Modesto summer heat and A/C use), and battery age.
Sorento Fuel & Charging Cost Calculator
Compare monthly energy cost across Sorento powertrains using EPA ratings.
Estimates only, based on EPA combined ratings: 23 mpg (turbo AWD), 37 mpg (Hybrid FWD), 34 mpg (Hybrid AWD), and 33 mpg for the Plug-in Hybrid on gas. Plug-in Hybrid electricity use is an estimate of 33.7 ÷ 74 MPGe, or about 0.46 kWh per mile. Actual costs depend on driving, your utility’s rate plan, and conditions. Check Modesto Irrigation District (MID), Turlock Irrigation District (TID), or PG&E for your rate.
Sorento Trim Levels Explained
The value start
186-hp 2.5L engine, 8-speed automatic, FWD, 17-inch alloy wheels, a 12.3-inch touchscreen, Smart Cruise Control with Stop and Go, and seating for seven.
Adds AWD option
Available AWD, 18-inch gloss-black wheels, front and rear Parking Distance Warning, and an available panoramic sunroof package. Seats seven.
Turbo power
274-hp turbo with an 8-speed dual-clutch, 12.3-inch navigation, Highway Driving Assist, and an available EX Premium Package with panoramic sunroof, 12-speaker Bose audio, and second-row captain’s chairs.
Dual screens
Dual 12.3-inch displays, panoramic sunroof, Bose audio, 20-inch wheels, second-row captain’s chairs, Highway Driving Assist 2, Surround View Monitor, and Blind-View Monitor.
Rugged look, AWD
Standard AWD with darker exterior trim. The X-Line SX-Prestige adds 20-inch gloss-black wheels, 12 speakers, and Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist – Rear.
Most capable
17-inch matte-black wheels with 235/65R17 all-terrain tires, Snow, Mud, and Sand drive modes, a bridge-type roof rack, and up to 4,500 lb of towing when properly equipped.
Sorento Hybrid comes in EX (FWD or AWD), X-Line EX AWD, and X-Line SX-Prestige AWD. The Sorento Plug-in Hybrid comes only as the X-Line SX-Prestige AWD. Features vary by trim and powertrain.
Seating, Cargo, Dimensions & Towing
| Seating | 7 with a second-row bench; 6 with second-row captain’s chairs (standard on SX and SX-Prestige trims) |
|---|---|
| Cargo, behind 3rd row | 12.6 cu ft |
| Cargo, behind 2nd row | 38.5–45.0 cu ft |
| Cargo, behind 1st row | 75.5 cu ft |
| Legroom (1st / 2nd / 3rd row) | 41.4 / 41.7 / 29.6 in |
| Fuel tank (gas models) | 17.7 gal |
| Length | 189.6 in |
|---|---|
| Width | 74.8 in |
| Height | 66.7 in (66.9 in with roof rack) |
| Wheelbase | 110.8 in |
| Ground clearance | 6.9 in (Kia spec) |
| Turning circle | 18.96 ft |
Towing
- Gas Sorento: 2,000 lb (braked trailer) standard.
- 2.5L turbo with towing package: 3,500 lb.
- X-Pro SX-Prestige: up to 4,500 lb when properly equipped. That is the Sorento to pick for pulling a boat to Don Pedro or New Melones.
- Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid: Kia’s spec sheet lists 1,654 lb for an unbraked trailer. Ask us to confirm the rating for a specific vehicle before you tow.
Need more room? The Kia Telluride is Kia’s larger three-row SUV. Towing requires proper equipment; see the Owner’s Manual.
Technology & Interior
Screens & audio
- 12.3″ touchscreen standard; navigation from EX up
- Dual 12.3″ panoramic displays on SX and above
- Head-up display standard on Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid X-Line SX-Prestige
- Bose premium audio (12 speakers on SX-Prestige trims)
Cabin
- Three rows, with second-row captain’s chairs on SX and SX-Prestige trims
- Panoramic sunroof standard on SX and above
- Heated and ventilated front seats and heated second-row seats on Plug-in Hybrid
- Machined wood inlays on Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid X-Line trims
Kia Drive Wise Safety Features
Standard on every Sorento
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Junction Turning
- Blind-Spot Collision Warning and Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist
- Lane Keeping Assist and Lane Following Assist
- Smart Cruise Control with Stop and Go
- Safe Exit Assist and Rear Occupant Alert
Added on SX and above
- Highway Driving Assist 2
- Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist
- Surround View Monitor and Blind-View Monitor
- Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist – Rear (SX-Prestige trims)
Kia cites a 2026 IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+ award and an NHTSA 5-Star rating for the 2026 Sorento.
Driver assistance features do not replace an attentive driver.
2027 Kia Sorento Colors
- Jade Black Green (new for 2027)
- Ebony Black
- Glacial White Pearl
- Ivory Silver
- Wolf Gray
- Midnight Lake Blue
- Road Rider Brown
- Panthera Metal
- Pale Gray (Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid, new for 2027)
- Mineral Blue
- Cityscape Green
Color availability varies by trim and powertrain. Jungle Green and Steel Gray are discontinued for 2027.
Which Kia Sorento Should You Buy?
Best for most Valley drivers
Up to 37 mpg combined for only $400 more than a gas EX FWD. Ideal for Highway 99 stop-and-go traffic and errands around Modesto, Ceres, and Salida.
Best if you can charge at home
31 electric miles (2026 EPA rating) covers many daily trips around Modesto and Turlock without gas, with standard AWD and fully loaded X-Line SX-Prestige equipment.
Lowest price
Starts at $32,590 MSRP with seven seats and 26 mpg combined. The S adds available AWD.
Best for towing and trails
274-hp turbo, AWD, all-terrain tires, and up to 4,500 lb of towing when properly equipped, for trips up Highway 108 or out to the lakes.
Kia Sorento vs Kia Telluride
| 2027 Kia Sorento | 2027 Kia Telluride | |
|---|---|---|
| Starting MSRP (excl. destination) | $32,590 ($1,495 destination) | $39,190 ($1,545 destination) |
| Gas engine | 186-hp 2.5L or 274-hp 2.5L turbo | 274-hp 2.5L turbo |
| Hybrid | Up to 37 mpg combined (EPA) | 329 hp; up to 35 mpg combined (estimated) |
| Plug-in Hybrid | Yes, 31 mi electric range | Not offered |
| Seating | 6 or 7 | Up to 8 |
| Max towing | Up to 4,500 lb (X-Pro, properly equipped) | Up to 5,000 lb |
| Length | 189.6 in | About 199 in |
Bottom line: the Sorento is smaller, costs less, and is the only one of the two with a plug-in hybrid. The Telluride is the pick if you need eight seats, a roomier third row, or more towing.
Telluride figures from Kia pricing as reported by Edmunds and KBB, and Cars.com specifications.
Warranty & Ownership
- Powertrain: 10 years / 100,000 miles
- Basic warranty: 5 years / 60,000 miles
- Hybrid battery (Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid): 10 years / 100,000 miles
- Anti-perforation: 5 years / 100,000 miles
- Roadside assistance: 5 years / 60,000 miles
- Local service: Valley Kia of Modesto is part of the family-owned Fitzpatrick Dealer Group
Coverage ends at whichever limit comes first. See Kia’s warranty booklet for terms.
2027 Kia Sorento FAQ
How much does the 2027 Kia Sorento cost?
The 2027 Kia Sorento starts at $32,590 MSRP for the LX, excluding Kia’s $1,495 destination charge. The Sorento Hybrid starts at $39,090 and the Sorento Plug-in Hybrid X-Line SX-Prestige AWD is $53,890. The most expensive gas Sorento is the X-Pro SX-Prestige at $47,990.
What’s new on the 2027 Kia Sorento?
For 2027, Jade Black Green paint replaces Jungle Green on the gas Sorento. The Sorento Hybrid adds an X-Line EX trim and a standard head-up display on the X-Line SX-Prestige. The Sorento Plug-in Hybrid drops its EX trim and is now sold only as the X-Line SX-Prestige AWD. Pale Gray replaces Steel Gray on both hybrids.
Is there a new-generation Kia Sorento coming?
Kia has not announced a next-generation Sorento. The 2027 model carries over the design of the 2025 refresh, and reports of a redesign or another facelift are unconfirmed.
What is the difference between the Sorento, Sorento Hybrid, and Sorento Plug-in Hybrid?
The gas Sorento uses a 186-hp 2.5L four on LX and S trims or a 274-hp 2.5L turbo on EX and above. The Sorento Hybrid pairs a 1.6L turbo four with an electric motor and is EPA-rated up to 37 mpg combined. The Sorento Plug-in Hybrid adds a 14 kWh battery for an EPA-estimated 31 miles of electric driving, based on its 2026 rating.
What gas mileage does the Kia Sorento get?
EPA estimates are 26 mpg combined for the 2.5L FWD, 25 mpg for the 2.5L AWD, 23 mpg for the 2.5L turbo, 37 mpg for the Hybrid FWD, and 34 mpg for the Hybrid AWD. The Plug-in Hybrid is rated at 33 mpg combined as a hybrid and 74 MPGe, based on its 2026 ratings.
How far can the Sorento Plug-in Hybrid drive on electricity?
The Sorento Plug-in Hybrid has an EPA-estimated 31 miles of all-electric range from its 14 kWh battery, based on its 2026 rating. A combined Level 1/Level 2 charging cable is standard for 2027.
Is the Kia Sorento Hybrid worth it?
For most buyers, yes. A Sorento Hybrid EX FWD costs $400 more than a gas Sorento EX FWD, yet it is EPA-rated at 37 mpg combined compared with 23 mpg.
How many seats does the Kia Sorento have?
Every Sorento has three rows. Versions with a second-row bench seat seven, and versions with second-row captain’s chairs, standard on SX and SX-Prestige trims, seat six.
How much can the Kia Sorento tow?
The gas Sorento tows 2,000 lb standard, 3,500 lb with the 2.5L turbo and towing package, and up to 4,500 lb on the X-Pro SX-Prestige when properly equipped. Kia lists 1,654 lb unbraked for the Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid.
How much cargo space does the Kia Sorento have?
The Kia Sorento has 12.6 cubic feet of cargo space behind the third row, 38.5 to 45.0 cubic feet behind the second row, and 75.5 cubic feet behind the first row.
What warranty does the Kia Sorento have?
The Kia Sorento has a 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty, a 5-year/60,000-mile basic warranty, and 5-year/60,000-mile roadside assistance. The Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid battery is covered for 10 years/100,000 miles.
Where can I test drive a Kia Sorento in Modesto?
Valley Kia of Modesto at 4369 McHenry Ave in Modesto serves Modesto, Ceres, Riverbank, Salida, Ripon, Turlock, Manteca, Oakdale, and the Central Valley. Call (209) 783-5409 to schedule a test drive.
See the 2027 Kia Sorento at Valley Kia of Modesto
Compare the gas Sorento, Sorento Hybrid, and Sorento Plug-in Hybrid back to back. Valley Kia of Modesto is on McHenry Avenue, serving Modesto, Ceres, Riverbank, Salida, Ripon, Turlock, Manteca, Oakdale, and the Central Valley.
Valley Kia of Modesto · 4369 McHenry Ave, Modesto, CA 95356 · (209) 783-5409