Kia Sportage vs. Kia Sorento
Movement that inspires reads the tagline of Kia. If you're ready for a spark of that inspiration and are in the Avon, Indianapolis, or Plainfield, IN, area, come visit us at Andy Mohr Kia.
We want all our friends to be informed when they visit us for a test drive, so we're showcasing two of our Kia SUVs in this article. Both the Kia Sorento and the Kia Sportage are great options for a growing family. We're here to help you make the decision for what suits your family best.
PASSENGERS
HORSEPOWER
MAX CARGO CAPACITY
Who doesn't love pressing down on the accelerator and hearing an engine roar to life under the hood? Both the Kia Sportage and the Kia Sorento have two engines apiece, so it all comes down to what level of power and efficiency you want.
The Kia Sportage boasts:
- 2.4L 4-cylinder engine: This engine puts out 181 horsepower and 175 lb-ft of torque. The front-wheel drive model maintains an EPA-estimated 23 city/30 highway MPG.*
- 2.0L Turbocharged 4-cylinder engine: This powertrain offers 240 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque. The front-wheel drive model earns an EPA-estimated 20 city/28 highway MPG.*
The Kia Sportage's maximum available towing capacity is 1,653 pounds without trailer brakes, which is great for an ATV or a teardrop camper.
If you want a little more power, then you should look into the Kia Sorento. Its two motors offer a bit more power than its cousin:
- 2.5L 4-cylinder engine: This motor has 191 horsepower and 181 lb-ft oftorque and an impressive EPA-estimated 24 city/29 highway MPG for the front-wheel drive option.*
- 2.5L Turbocharged 4-cylinder engine: This powerhouse of a powertrain offers 281 horsepower and 311 lb-ft of torque. The front-wheel drive option maintains an EPA-estimated 22 city/29 highway MPG.*
The Kia Sorento has a maximum available towing capacity of 3,500 pounds when properly equipped, so you can bring along a lightweight camper for your weekends away.
It's up to you which level of power fits your life and family best.
SUVs are versatile vessels, and they come in various shapes and sizes. The Kia Sportage and the Kia Sorento are great examples of this. Although they offer different numbers of seats and varying cargo space, both options can satisfy any venture.
The biggest difference you'll find between these Kia SUVs is that the Kia Sorento is a three-row Kia SUV, while the Kia Sportage is a two-row Kia SUV. Despite this, other than overall length, both Kia SUVs are comparable in exterior size.
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Kia Sorento
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Kia Sportage
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| Length | 189 inches | 176.4 inches |
| Width | 74.8 inches | 73 inches |
| Height | 66.7 inches | 64.4inches |
| Wheelbase | 110.8 inches | 105.1 inches |
When it comes to packing the family away inside, you'll have seating for five in the Kia Sportage and seating for seven in the Sorento.
When it comes to packing away everything you need for the yearly camping trip, each has plenty of cargo space—especially when you factor in the fold-down seating for long or awkwardly shaped cargo:
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Kia Sorento
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Kia Sportage
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| Cargo Behind First Row | 75.5 cubic feet | 60.1 cubic feet |
| Cargo Behind Second Row | 45 cubic feet | 30.7 cubic feet |
| Cargo Behind Third Row | 12.6 cubic feet | N/A |
Clearly, both Kia SUVs have plenty of room for whatever you need. It's up to you to decide whether or not you'd like the extra row.
The Kia Sportage and the Kia Sorento are both great family cars. Between their cozy interiors and dependable builds, these SUVs make it easy for you to feel at home. Add standard driver assistance on top, and you’ll experience ultimate peace of mind.
Since both roadsters are Kias, they share the same comprehensive safety and driver assist technology suite. The Kia Sorento and the Kia Sportage both come with standard safety features designed with you in mind:
- Lane Keeping Assist
- Lane Departure Warning
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian Detection
Plus, both Kia SUVs are outfitted with rear-view monitors, so you can clearly see any oncoming traffic passing behind you as you navigate out of a parking spot or your driveway.
They both also offer Driver Attention Warning as standard. This helpful system watches out for your health by monitoring the way you drive for signs of driver fatigue. If the system detects evidence that you may be getting tired, it will give you an audio cue, so you know it's time to take a break. This system was designed to help keep you safe and well-rested, so you can drive with confidence.
Looking for a compact Kia SUV for the commute to work and one that jaunts to the wilderness or a 3-row Kia SUV to take the kids to their soccer game? Regardless of your choice, Andy Mohr Kia has something for you. Whether you choose the Kia Sorento or the Kia Sportage, you'll be cruising the Avon, Indianapolis, or Plainfield, IN, areas in style.
Come and visit us for a test drive and depart in your new Kia favorite.
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