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2027 Kia Sorento
After recent styling, tech and safety updates, the 2027 Kia Sorento is expected to carry over with only minor packaging or trim changes, still offering gas, hybrid and plug-in hybrid versions with X-Line and X-Pro trims. MSRP runs $33,885 to $49,285. Its thrifty price and long standard-features list tempt against the Honda Pilot, though third-row space trails.
Configurations6
Model/option labels4
Combined efficiency23–37 MPG/MPGe
Electric rangeNot listed
Decision answers5
What changed for 2027
MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) says after recent styling, tech, and safety updates, the 2027 Kia Sorento is expected to carry over with only minor packaging or trim changes, continuing to offer gas, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid variants, with X-Line and X-Pro trims maintaining the lineup's more rugged-looking edge.
Pricing for 2027
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) lists MSRP at $33,885-$49,285, for a lineup that includes a 281-hp turbocharged 2.5-liter engine available with front- or all-wheel drive.
How it compares to its closest rivals
MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) lists midsize SUV rivals as the Hyundai Santa Fe, Subaru Outback, and Toyota Crown Signia.
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says the Sorento's thrifty price and laundry list of standard features make it a tempting option next to pricier competitors like the Honda Pilot, though it falls short on third-row space and cargo capacity compared to those models.
Questions buyers ask
What's new for the 2027 Kia Sorento?
MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) says only minor packaging or trim changes after recent updates.
How much does the 2027 Kia Sorento cost?
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) lists MSRP at $33,885 to $49,285.
Complete certification table
6 configuration records.
| EPA ID / label | Engine / technology | Drive / transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50781Sorento AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl SIDI & PFIConventional | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S8) | Regular | 23 | 28 | 25 | N/A |
| 50782Sorento AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl SIDI & PFIConventional | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (AM-S8) | Regular | 20 | 27 | 23 | N/A |
| 50764Sorento FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl SIDI & PFIConventional | Front-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S8) | Regular | 23 | 31 | 26 | N/A |
| 50765Sorento FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl SIDI & PFIConventional | Front-Wheel DriveAutomatic (AM-S8) | Regular | 20 | 29 | 23 | N/A |
| 50780Sorento Hybrid AWD | 1.6L 4-cyl SIDI; HybridHybrid | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (AM-S6) | Regular | 32 | 35 | 34 | N/A |
| 50533Sorento Hybrid FWD | 1.6L 4-cyl SIDI; HybridHybrid | Front-Wheel DriveAutomatic (AM-S6) | Regular | 37 | 36 | 37 | N/A |
Model-specific answer center
7 answers for this exact family-year.
Q01What changed on the 2027 Kia Sorento versus the 2026 Kia Sorento?
Model year
Against the 2026 Kia Sorento: Model/option labels no longer listed: Sorento Plug-in Hybrid. Engine descriptions no longer listed: 1.6L 4-cyl SIDI; PHEV. Fuel types no longer listed: Regular Gas and Electricity. Certification records went from 7 to 6.
Source: FuelEconomy.gov certification records for both model years
Q02Which current models share the 2027 Kia Sorento's EPA class?
Comparison
Class peers of the 2027 Kia Sorento in the current EPA data include 2026 Acura MDX, 2026 Buick Encore, 2027 Cadillac LYRIQ, 2025 Cadillac XT4, 2026 Cadillac XT5, 2025 Cadillac XT6, and 46 more.
Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q03How much horsepower and torque does each 2027 Kia Sorento engine make?
Specifications
Plaza Kia NY lists 191 horsepower for the 2.5L four-cylinder and 281 horsepower for the turbocharged 2.5L four-cylinder.
Source: Plaza Kia NY model-year specification page
Q04What is the MSRP of the 2027 Kia Sorento?
Specifications
MotorTrend lists the 2027 Kia Sorento at an MSRP of $33,885.
Source: MotorTrend model-year specification page
Q05How quickly does the 2027 Kia Sorento accelerate from 0 to 60 mph?
Specifications
The most recent instrumented 0 to 60 mph tests of this model that 0-60Specs.com lists are of earlier model years than the 2027 Kia Sorento: 6.7 seconds for the 2024 Kia Sorento X-Line SX Prestige (Motor Trend) and 6.9 seconds for the 2024 Kia Sorento X-Pro SX Prestige (Motor Trend). The 2026 model year has the same figure.
Source: 0-60Specs.com model-year specification page
Live NHTSA evidence
Current federal safety records for 2027 Kia Sorento.
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