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2021 Kia Sorento

2021 Kia Sorento Rebates and Incentives

Prices and Incentives

Dealer Price:
$29,390 - $42,590

Original MSRP:
$28,362 - $40,674

2021 Kia Sorento Review

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Warranty Information
Basic: 5 Years/60,000 Miles
Recalls Issued
US NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID 22V703000
Mfg's Report Date SEP 18, 2022
Component TRAILER HITCHES
Number of Units Affected 70887
Summary Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Sorento, 2021-2022 Sorento Hybrid (HEV), 2022-2023 Sorento Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV), and 2017-2022 Sportage vehicles equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Kia dealership. Debris and moisture accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.
Consequence A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect the vehicle, and, as necessary, replace the fuse and/or tow hitch harness module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC249.
Manufacturer Recall Number SC249

2021 Kia Sorento Models & Prices

2021 Kia Sorento LX
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
LX FWD $29,390 $28,362 $462 / Month*
LX AWD $31,190 $30,099 $491 / Month*

2021 Kia Sorento S
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
S FWD $31,890 $30,773 $502 / Month*
S AWD $33,690 $32,510 $530 / Month*

2021 Kia Sorento EX
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
EX FWD $34,990 $33,766 $550 / Month*
EX AWD $36,790 $35,503 $579 / Month*

2021 Kia Sorento SX
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
SX FWD $37,990 $36,281 $591 / Month*
SX AWD $39,790 $38,000 $619 / Month*

2021 Kia Sorento SX Prestige
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
SX Prestige FWD $40,590 $38,764 $632 / Month*

2021 Kia Sorento SX Prestige X-Line
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
SX Prestige X-Line AWD $42,590 $40,674 $663 / Month*

2021 Kia Sorento Features and Standard Equipment

EXTERIOR Features
LX S EX SX SX Prestige SX Prestige X-Line
Auto On/Off Projector Beam Led Low Beam Auto High-Beam Headlamps w/Delay-Off      
Auto On/Off Projector Beam Led Low/High Beam Daytime Running Auto High-Beam Headlamps w/Delay-Off      
Black Bodyside Insert and Black Wheel Well Trim
Black Grille  
Black Grille w/Metal-Look Accents        
Black Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding and Turn Signal Indicator      
Black Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Power Folding and Turn Signal Indicator        
Black Rear Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent          
Black Rear Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent and Black Bumper Insert        
Black Rear Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent and Metal-Look Bumper Insert          
Body-Colored Door Handles
Body-Colored Front Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent and Black Bumper Insert  
Body-Colored Front Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent and Metal-Look Bumper Insert          
Body-Colored Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding and Turn Signal Indicator          
Body-Colored Rear Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent and Black Bumper Insert        
Chrome Side Windows Trim and Black Front Windshield Trim
Clearcoat Paint
Compact Spare Tire Stored Underbody w/Crankdown
Deep Tinted Glass
Express Open/Close Sliding And Tilting Glass 1st And 2nd Row Sunroof w/Power Sunshade      
Fixed Rear Window w/Fixed Interval Wiper and Defroster
Front Fog Lamps    
Fully Galvanized Steel Panels
Headlights-Automatic Highbeams
LED Brakelights      
Liftgate Rear Cargo Access        
Lip Spoiler
Perimeter/Approach Lights    
Roof Rack          
Roof Rack Rails Only    
Smart Power Liftgate Power Liftgate Rear Cargo Access    
Steel Spare Wheel
Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Included w/Power Door Locks
Tire Mobility Kit        
Tires: 235/60R18        
Tires: 235/65R17          
Tires: 255/45R20      
Variable Intermittent Wipers
Wheels w/Silver Accents          
Wheels: 17" Alloy          
Wheels: 18" Machine-Finished Alloy -inc: gloss black pockets        
Wheels: 18" Unique Alloy in Gloss Black          
Wheels: 20" Gloss Black Alloy        
Wheels: 20" Grey Finish Alloy          
INTERIOR Features
LX S EX SX SX Prestige SX Prestige X-Line
2 12V DC Power Outlets
2 Seatback Storage Pockets
50-50 Folding Bucket Front Facing Manual Reclining Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat w/Manual Fore/Aft    
60-40 Folding Split-Bench Front Facing Manual Reclining Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat w/Manual Fore/Aft        
8-Way Driver Seat  
Air Filtration
Analog Appearance    
Cargo Area Concealed Storage
Cargo Features -inc: Tire Mobility Kit        
Cargo Space Lights
Carpet Floor Trim
Cloth Seat Trim          
Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls
Day-Night Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror        
Day-Night Rearview Mirror    
Delayed Accessory Power
Digital Appearance        
Distance Pacing w/Traffic Stop-Go    
Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins
Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination, Driver And Passenger Auxiliary Mirror
Driver Foot Rest
Driver Information Center
Driver Seat          
Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning  
Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting
Fixed 50-50 Split-Bench 3rd Row Seat Front, Manual Fold Into Floor, 2 Power and Adjustable Head Restraints
FOB Controls -inc: Cargo Access    
FOB Controls -inc: Cargo Access and Remote Start        
Front And Rear Map Lights    
Front Bucket Seats -inc: 6-way manual drivers seat w/height adjuster, pumping device, 4-way front passenger seat and adjustable headrests          
Front Center Armrest and Rear Center Armrest        
Front Center Armrest and Rear Seat Mounted Armrest Outboard Only    
Front Cupholder
Front Map Lights        
Full Carpet Floor Covering
Full Cloth Headliner
Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console w/Storage and 2 12V DC Power Outlets
Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Engine Coolant Temp, Tachometer, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer
Heated & Ventilated Front Bucket Seats -inc: 10-way power adjustable driver seat w/2-way power lumbar support, pumping device, 8-way power front passenger seat and adjustable headrests        
Heated Front Bucket Seats -inc: 10-way power adjustable driver seat w/2-way power lumbar support, pumping device, 4-way front passenger seat and adjustable headrests        
Heated Front Bucket Seats -inc: 10-way power adjustable driver seat w/2-way power lumbar support, pumping device, 8-way power front passenger seat and adjustable headrests          
Heated Leather Steering Wheel        
HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts, Headliner/Pillar Ducts and Console Ducts
Illuminated Locking Glove Box
Immobilizer  
Interior Trim -inc: Metal-Look Instrument Panel Insert, Metal-Look Door Panel Insert, Piano Black Console Insert and Metal-Look Interior Accents          
Interior Trim -inc: Metal-Look Interior Accents        
Interior Trim -inc: Piano Black Instrument Panel Insert, Piano Black Door Panel Insert, Piano Black Console Insert and Metal-Look Interior Accents          
Interior Trim -inc: Simulated Wood Instrument Panel Insert, Simulated Wood Door Panel Insert and Metal-Look Interior Accents          
Interior Trim -inc: Simulated Wood Instrument Panel Insert, Simulated Wood Door Panel Insert, Piano Black Console Insert and Metal-Look Interior Accents          
Leather Steering Wheel      
Leather/Metal-Look Gear Shifter Material        
Leather/Piano Black Gear Shifter Material      
Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints
Manual Air Conditioning          
Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
Outside Temp Gauge
Passenger Seat
Perforated Genuine Leather Seat Trim -inc: 3D embossed bolsters        
Perimeter Alarm
Power 1st Row Windows w/Driver 1-Touch Up/Down    
Power 1st Row Windows w/Front And Rear 1-Touch Up/Down        
Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature
Power Rear Windows and Fixed 3rd Row Windows
Premium Leatherette Seat Trim      
Proximity Key For Doors And Push Button Start  
Rear Cupholder
Rear HVAC  
Redundant Digital Speedometer
Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, Illuminated Entry and Panic Button        
Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, Illuminated Entry, Illuminated Ignition Switch and Panic Button    
Remote Releases -Inc: Power Fuel        
Remote Releases -Inc: Smart Liftgate Proximity Cargo Access and Power Fuel    
Trip Computer
Trunk/Hatch Auto-Latch    
Urethane Gear Shifter Material          
MECHANICAL Features
LX S EX SX SX Prestige SX Prestige X-Line
130 Amp Alternator
17.7 Gal. Fuel Tank
2 Skid Plates      
3.316 Axle Ratio    
3.798 Axle Ratio        
4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front Vented Discs, Brake Assist, Hill Descent Control and Hill Hold Control        
4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front Vented Discs, Brake Assist, Hill Descent Control, Hill Hold Control and Electric Parking Brake    
4.081 Axle Ratio        
54-Amp/Hr 600CCA Maintenance-Free Battery w/Run Down Protection
Automatic Full-Time All-Wheel  
Brake Actuated Limited Slip Differential  
Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering
Electronic Transfer Case  
Engine Auto Stop-Start Feature
Engine: 2.5L GDI        
Engine: 2.5L Turbo GDI    
Front And Rear Anti-Roll Bars
Front-Wheel Drive  
Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers
GVWR: 5,357 lbs  
GVWR: 5,467 lbs  
Multi-Link Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs
Permanent Locking Hubs  
Single Stainless Steel Exhaust
Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs
Transmission w/Driver Selectable Mode and Sportmatic Sequential Shift Control
Transmission: 8-Speed Automatic        
Transmission: 8-Speed DCT    
SAFETY Features
LX S EX SX SX Prestige SX Prestige X-Line
ABS And Driveline Traction Control
Aerial View Camera System        
Airbag Occupancy Sensor
Back-Up Camera    
Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist-Rear (BCA-R) & Parallel Exit Blind Spot  
Collision Mitigation-Front
Collision Mitigation-Rear  
Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags
Driver Knee Airbag
Driver Monitoring-Alert
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) And Roll Stability Control (RSC)
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA)      
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist-Ped & Cyclist    
Front Camera        
Lane Following Assist (LFA)
Lane Keep Assist System (LKAS) Lane Departure Warning
Lane Keep Assist System (LKAS) Lane Keeping Assist
Left Side Camera        
Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners
Parking Distance Warning Front And Rear Parking Sensors        
Parking Distance Warning Rear Parking Sensors        
Rear Child Safety Locks
Rear Parking Sensors          
Right Side Camera        
Side Impact Beams
Surround View Monitor Back-Up Camera        
Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning
ENTERTAINMENT Features
LX S EX SX SX Prestige SX Prestige X-Line
2 LCD Monitors In The Front
6 Speakers          
AM/FM/HD w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control, Steering Wheel Controls and Radio Data System          
AM/FM/HD/Satellite w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control, Steering Wheel Controls and Radio Data System  
Bluetooth Wireless Phone Connectivity      
Digital Signal Processor          
Fixed Antenna
Radio: AM/FM Audio System -inc: 8" touch-screen, Bluetooth, wireless Android Auto/CarPlay, 6 speakers, USB and voice recognition          
Radio: AM/FM Audio System -inc: 8" touch-screen, Bluetooth, wireless Android Auto/CarPlay, 6 speakers, USB, voice recognition and SXM        
Radio: AM/FM Audio System w/Navigation -inc: 10.25" touch-screen, satellite radio, UVO telematics, Android Auto and CarPlay, voice recognition, 6 speakers, USB, voice recognition and SXM          
Radio: AM/FM Bose Audio System w/Navigation -inc: 10.25" touch-screen, satellite radio, UVO telematics, Android Auto and CarPlay, voice recognition, 12 speakers, external amp, USB, voice recognition and SXM          
Radio: AM/FM Premium Bose Audio System w/Nav -inc: 10.25" touch-screen, satellite radio, UVO telematics, Android Auto and CarPlay, voice recognition, 12 speakers, external amp, USB, voice recognition and SXM          
Siriusxm Traffic Real-Time Traffic Display      
Streaming Audio      

2021 Kia Sorento Options and Addition Equipment

ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT Options
LX S EX SX SX Prestige SX Prestige X-Line
EX AWD X-LINE PACKAGE -inc: torque-vectoring all wheel drive system w/center locking differential, drive mode select w/snow mode, x-line front bumper w/dark hypersilver skid plate and gloss black air intake, x-line rear bumper w/dark hypersilver skid plate, matte black wheel arch cladding and lower door cladding, matte black fender signature, gloss black radiator frame and dark hypersilver grey mesh, Wheels: 20" Matte Grey          
PANORAMIC SUNROOF PACKAGE -inc: Power Sunroof w/Power Sunshade        
WHEELS: 20" MATTE GREY          
X-LINE SX PRESTIGE RUST COLOR PACKAGE          
PAINT SCHEME Options
LX S EX SX SX Prestige SX Prestige X-Line
STANDARD PAINT
PORT INSTALLED OPTIONS Options
LX S EX SX SX Prestige SX Prestige X-Line
AUTO DIMMING MIRROR W/HOMELINK (PIO)    
AUTO DIMMING MIRROR W/HOMELINK (PIO) (DISC) No longer available for factory ordering as of June 2, 2021. *No Longer Factory Orderable, See Dealer for Current Availability*          
AUTO DIMMING MIRROR W/HOMELINK (PLUG-N-PLAY) (PIO)        
AUTO DIMMING MIRROR W/HOMELINK PLUG-N-PLAY (PIO) (DISC) No longer available for factory ordering as of June 2, 2021. *No Longer Factory Orderable, See Dealer for Current Availability*          
BUMPER APPLIQUE TEXTURE (PIO)    
CARGO COVER (PIO)
CARGO NET (PIO)
CARPETED CARGO MAT W/SEATBACK PROTECTION (PIO)
CARPETED FLOOR MATS (PIO)
CROSS BARS (INTERIM) (PIO)    
CROSS BARS (PIO)    
CROSS BARS X-LINE (PIO)        
FOLDING CARGO TRAY (PIO)
ILLUMINATED HATCH SILL PLATE (PIO)
ILLUMINATED SCUFF PLATES (PIO)
INTERIOR LIGHTING KIT (PIO)
MUDGUARDS (PIO)
REAR BUMPER PROTECTOR (PIO)    
REAR SEAT ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (PIO)
REMOTE START KEY (PIO)          
SIDE STEP BARS (PIO)
TOW HITCH PNP (TURBO ONLY) (PIO)    
TOW HITCH WIRED (NON TURBO) (PIO)        
WHEEL LOCKS (PIO)      
PRIMARY PAINT Options
LX S EX SX SX Prestige SX Prestige X-Line
ARUBA GREEN        
CRYSTAL BEIGE
EBONY BLACK
EVERLASTING SILVER
GLACIAL WHITE PEARL
GRAVITY GREY
PASSION RED TINTCOAT  
SAPPHIRE BLUE    
SPARKLING SILVER
SEAT TRIM Options
LX S EX SX SX Prestige SX Prestige X-Line
BLACK, CLOTH SEAT TRIM          
BLACK, PERFORATED GENUINE LEATHER SEAT TRIM -inc: 3D embossed bolsters        
BLACK, PREMIUM LEATHERETTE SEAT TRIM      
GREY, PERFORATED GENUINE LEATHER SEAT TRIM -inc: 3D embossed bolsters          
GREY, PREMIUM LEATHERETTE SEAT TRIM      

2021 Kia Sorento Technical Specifications

Brakes
LX S EX SX SX Prestige SX Prestige X-Line
Brake ABS System 4-Wheel 4-Wheel 4-Wheel 4-Wheel 4-Wheel 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ) Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 12.8 12.8 12.8 12.8 12.8 12.8
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 12 12 12 12 12 12
Cargo Area Dimensions
LX S EX SX SX Prestige SX Prestige X-Line
Cargo Volume to Seat 1 (ft) 75.5 75.5 75.5 75.5 75.5 75.5
Cargo Volume to Seat 2 (ft) 38.4 38.4 38.4 38.4 38.4 38.4
Cargo Volume to Seat 3 (ft) 12.6 12.6 12.6 12.6 12.6 12.6
Engine
LX S EX SX SX Prestige SX Prestige X-Line
Displacement 2.5 L/152 2.5 L/152 2.5 L/152 2.5 L/152 2.5 L/152 2.5 L/152
Engine Type Regular Unleaded I-4 Regular Unleaded I-4 Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4 Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4 Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4 Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 191 @ 6100 191 @ 6100 281 @ 5800 281 @ 5800 281 @ 5800 281 @ 5800
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 181 @ 4000 181 @ 4000 311 @ 1700 311 @ 1700 311 @ 1700 311 @ 1700
Exterior Dimensions
LX S EX SX SX Prestige SX Prestige X-Line
Height, Overall (in) 66.7 66.7 66.7 66.7 66.7 70.3
Length, Overall (in) 188.9 188.9 188.9 188.9 188.9 188.9
Min Ground Clearance (in) 6.9 6.9 6.9 6.9 6.9 8.2
Wheelbase (in) 110.8 110.8 110.8 110.8 110.8 110.8
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 74.8 74.8 74.8 74.8 74.8 74.8
Fuel Tank
LX S EX SX SX Prestige SX Prestige X-Line
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) 17.7 17.7 17.7 17.7 17.7 17.7
Steering
LX S EX SX SX Prestige SX Prestige X-Line
Steering Type Rack-Pinion Rack-Pinion Rack-Pinion Rack-Pinion Rack-Pinion Rack-Pinion
Suspension
LX S EX SX SX Prestige SX Prestige X-Line
Suspension Type - Front Strut Strut Strut Strut Strut Strut
Suspension Type - Rear Multi-Link Multi-Link Multi-Link Multi-Link Multi-Link Multi-Link
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) Multi-Link Multi-Link Multi-Link Multi-Link Multi-Link Multi-Link
Tires
LX S EX SX SX Prestige SX Prestige X-Line
Front Tire Size P235/65HR17 P235/60HR18 P235/60HR18 P255/45HR20 P255/45HR20 P255/45HR20
Rear Tire Size P235/65HR17 P235/60HR18 P235/60HR18 P255/45HR20 P255/45HR20 P255/45HR20
Transmission
LX S EX SX SX Prestige SX Prestige X-Line
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Trans Description Cont. Automatic w/OD Automatic w/OD Auto-Shift Manual w/OD Auto-Shift Manual w/OD Auto-Shift Manual w/OD Auto-Shift Manual w/OD
Trans Type 8 8 8 8 8 8
Vehicle
LX S EX SX SX Prestige SX Prestige X-Line
Front Head Room (in) 40.3 40.3 40.3 40.3 40.3 40.3
Front Leg Room (in) 41.4 41.4 41.4 41.4 41.4 41.4
Front Shoulder Room (in) 59 59 59 59 59 59
Passenger Capacity 7 7 6 6 6 6
Second Head Room (in) 39.1 39.1 39.1 39.1 39.1 39.1
Second Leg Room (in) 41.7 41.7 41.7 41.7 41.7 41.7
Second Shoulder Room (in) 58.1 58.1 58.1 58.1 58.1 58.1
Weight Information
LX S EX SX SX Prestige SX Prestige X-Line
Base Curb Weight (lbs) 3794 3794 3999 3999 3999 4120

2021 Kia Sorento Safety Features

Safety Features
Lane Following Assist (LFA)
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) And Roll Stability Control (RSC)
ABS And Driveline Traction Control
Side Impact Beams
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA)
Lane Keep Assist System (LKAS) Lane Keeping Assist
Lane Keep Assist System (LKAS) Lane Departure Warning
Collision Mitigation-Front
Driver Monitoring-Alert
Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags
Airbag Occupancy Sensor
Driver Knee Airbag
Rear Child Safety Locks
Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners
Back-Up Camera
Rear Parking Sensors
Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist-Rear (BCA-R) & Parallel Exit Blind Spot
Collision Mitigation-Rear
Parking Distance Warning Rear Parking Sensors
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist-Ped & Cyclist
Parking Distance Warning Front And Rear Parking Sensors
Aerial View Camera System
Surround View Monitor Back-Up Camera
Front Camera
Left Side Camera
Right Side Camera
News Reports & Reviews
NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS N/A