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PREVIEW 2023 KIA SORENTO HYBRID


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IRVINE, CA, September 16, 2022 – The Sorento Hybrid has been optimized for the 2023 model year with two repackaged trim levels. While the S trim has been discontinued, the Sorento Hybrid is now available in an all-new range-topping SX-P trim, which comes standard with Kia’s AWD system with center locking differential and Drive Mode Select with Snow Mode. Other standard features on the SX-P include 17-inch alloy wheels, LED foglamps, Smart Power Tailgate, 12.3-inch digital cluster, perforated leather seats, Bose premium audio system, Navigation Smart Cruise Control- Curve, Forward Collision Avoidance Assist, Surround View Monitor, Blind View Monitor, Parking Distance Warning – Front and Rear, and Second Row Captain’s Chairs. The EX remains in the trim lineup and gains an 8-way power front passenger seat and a frameless rear view mirror.

Pricing1 – MSRP (excludes $1,295.00 destination):
  • EX FWD
$36,590.00
  • EX AWD
$38,390.00
  • SX-P
$42,390.00
Engine:
  • 1.6T GDI I-4/ 44 kW motor– 6-speed automatic: 227 hp and 258 lb.-ft. of torque
Fuel Economy2 – EPA-est. MPG (City/Highway/Combined):
  • FWD: 
39/35/37
  • AWD: 
36/33/34
Highlighted Kia Drive Wise Advanced Driver Assistance Features3:
  • Lane Following Assist
    • STD all trims
  • Lane Keeping Assist
    • STD all trims
  • Driver Attention Warning
    • STD all trims
  • Forward Collision Avoidance Assist-Junction Turning
    • STD all trims
  • Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
    • STD all trims
  • Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist
    • STD all trims
  • Safe Exit Assist
    • STD all trims
  • Rear Occupant Alert
    • STD all trims
  • Highway Driving Assist
    • STD all trims
  • Navigation Based Smart Cruise Control - Curve
    • STD all trims
  • Blind View Monitor
    • STD on SX-P
  • Surround View Monitor
    • STD on SX-P
Dimensions:
  • Overall Length: 
189.0 in.
  • Overall Width: 
74.8 in.
  • Overall Height: 
66.7 in.
  • Wheelbase: 
110.8 in.

Headquartered in Irvine, California, Kia America continues to top automotive quality surveys and is recognized as one of the 100 Best Global Brands. Kia serves as the "Official Automotive Partner" of the NBA and offers a range of gasoline, hybrid, plug-in hybrid and electrified vehicles sold through a network of over 750 dealers in the U.S., including several cars and SUVs proudly assembled in America.

1 MSRP excludes destination and handling, taxes, title, license fees, options and retailer charges. Actual prices set by retailer and may vary.
2 Based on EPA estimates. Actual mileage will vary with options, driving conditions, driving habits and your vehicle’s condition.
3 These systems are not substitutes for proper and safe driving, parking, and/or backing-up procedures. These systems may not detect every object behind or alongside the vehicle or in the vehicle’s blind spot or direction of travel. Always drive safely and use caution.

IRVINE, CA, September 19, 2022 – For the 2023 model year, the Sorento PHEV has been streamlined to one range-topping SX-P trim. While the SX-P was already fully equipped with an upscale interior, technology, standard AWD, and an expansive suite of standard Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), including Highway Driving Assist and Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance technology, it gains other creature comforts such as a retractable rear door sunshades, a 115-volt inverter that can charge household items such as a laptop, and standard Homelink. With 32 miles of all-electric range, the Sorento PHEV can fully charge its battery in about 3.5 hours when utilizing a Level-2 charger. The Sorento PHEV continues to offer the most passenger room and second-row legroom of any PHEV SUV.

Pricing1 – MSRP (excludes $1,295.00 destination):
  • SX-P 
$49,890.00
Engine:
  • 1.6T GDI I-4/ 66.9 kW electric motor– 6-speed automatic: 261 hp and 258 lb.-ft of torque
Fuel Economy2 – (EPA-est.):
  • MPGe: 
79
  • AER: 
32 miles
Highlighted Kia Drive Wise Advanced Driver Assistance Features3:
  • Lane Following Assist
    • STD
  • Lane Keeping Assist
    • STD
  • Driver Attention Warning
    • STD
  • Forward Collision Avoidance Assist – Junction Turning – Junction Assist
    • STD
  • Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
    • STD
  • Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist
    • STD
  • Safe Exit Assist
    • STD
  • Rear Occupant Alert
    • STD
  • Highway Driving Assist
    • STD
  • Navigation Based Smart Cruise Control - Curve
    • STD
  • Parking Collision Avoidance – Rear
    • STD
  • Blind View Monitor
    • STD
  • Surround View Monitor
    • STD
Dimensions:
  • Overall Length: 
189.0 in.
  • Overall Width: 
74.8 in.
  • Overall Height: 
66.7 in.
  • Wheelbase: 
110.8 in.

Kia America – about us

Headquartered in Irvine, California, Kia America continues to top automotive quality surveys and is recognized as one of the 100 Best Global Brands. Kia serves as the "Official Automotive Partner" of the NBA and offers a range of gasoline, hybrid, plug-in hybrid and electrified vehicles sold through a network of over 750 dealers in the U.S., including several cars and SUVs proudly assembled in America.