Diesel, hybrid, petrol and plug-in hybrid · 2003–2027

Kia Sorento

Fuel consumption, running costs and specs for the Kia Sorento. By the official figures, the 2026 uses 6.0 L/100km.

Kia Sorento in grey
Fuel use
6.0 L/100km
2026 official
On a full tank
1,183 km
71 L tank
Seats
7

What a Sorento costs to run

At today's average petrol prices, by its official fuel use, Canada first.

CountryAverage price todayCost to driveA typical year
New Zealand$2.94/L petrol$17.64 per 100 km$1,940
Australia$2.41/L petrol$14.48 per 100 km$1,608
United Kingdom£1.74/L petrol£16.84 per 100 miles£1,179
United States$4.35/gal petrol$11.10 per 100 miles$1,499

A typical year: New Zealand 11,000 km (Ministry of Transport's average for a light vehicle); Australia 11,100 km (ABS Survey of Motor Vehicle Use average); United Kingdom 11,265 km (DfT National Travel Survey average of about 7,000 miles); United States 21,726 km (FHWA average of about 13,500 miles). Real costs depend on how and where you drive. Work out a particular trip.

MQ4 (4th generation), 2020–2027

Specs for the 2.2 CRDi AWD; other versions differ a little.

About

Body
SUV
Size class
Large SUV
Generation
MQ4
Built
2020-2027
Seats
7
Doors
5
Drive
AWD

Size and weight

Length
4,801 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
1,684 mm
Wheelbase
2,779 mm
Kerb weight
1,919 kg
Boot
606 L
Towing (braked)
2,000 kg

Engine

Engine
2.2 L 4-cylinder turbo diesel
Engine size
2,199 cc
Cylinders
4
Aspiration
Turbo
Power
147 kW
Torque
441 Nm
Gearbox
8-speed dual-clutch

Economy

Fuel use (combined)
5.9 L/100km
Fuel tank
71 L

Safety

ANCAP
★★★★★
ANCAP tested
2020
Auto emergency braking
Yes

Features

Apple CarPlay
Yes
Android Auto
Yes
Adaptive cruise control
Yes

UM (3rd generation), 2014–2020

Specs for the 3.3 V6 Si; other versions differ a little.

About

Body
SUV
Size class
Large SUV
Generation
UM (3rd generation)
Built
2015-2020
Seats
7
Doors
5
Drive
FWD

Size and weight

Length
4,801 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
1,684 mm
Wheelbase
2,779 mm
Kerb weight
1,817 kg
Boot
606 L
Towing (braked)
2,000 kg

Engine

Engine
3.3 L V6 petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Cylinders
6
Aspiration
Naturally aspirated
Power
177 kW
Torque
353 Nm
Gearbox
6-speed automatic

Economy

Fuel use (combined)
11.4 L/100km
CO₂
234 g/km
Fuel tank
71 L
Minimum petrol
91 RON

Safety

ANCAP
★★★★★
ANCAP tested
2015
Euro NCAP
★★★★★
Euro NCAP tested
2015
Airbags
6
Auto emergency braking
Yes

Features

Apple CarPlay
Yes
Android Auto
Yes

XM (2nd generation), 2010–2013

Specs for the 2.2 CRDi AWD; other versions differ a little.

About

Body
SUV
Size class
Medium SUV
Generation
XM
Built
2009-2013
Seats
7
Doors
5
Drive
AWD

Size and weight

Length
4,685 mm
Width
1,885 mm
Height
1,700 mm
Wheelbase
2,700 mm
Kerb weight
1,800 kg

Engine

Engine
2.2 L 4-cylinder turbo diesel
Engine size
2,199 cc
Cylinders
4
Aspiration
Turbo
Power
145 kW
Torque
436 Nm
Gearbox
6-speed automatic

Economy

Fuel use (combined)
7.5 L/100km
Fuel tank
71 L

BL (1st generation), 2002–2009

Specs for the 3.5 V6; other versions differ a little.

About

Body
SUV
Size class
Large SUV
Generation
BL (1st generation)
Built
2002-2009
Seats
5
Doors
5
Drive
4WD

Size and weight

Length
4,590 mm
Width
1,871 mm
Height
1,725 mm
Wheelbase
2,710 mm
Kerb weight
1,988 kg
Boot
898 L
Towing (braked)
2,500 kg

Engine

Engine
3.5 L V6 petrol
Engine size
3,559 cc
Cylinders
6
Aspiration
Naturally aspirated
Power
188 kW
Torque
330 Nm
Gearbox
5-speed automatic

Economy

Fuel use (combined)
12.3 L/100km
Fuel tank
79 L
Minimum petrol
91 RON

Official figures by year

From the US EPA, the UK's DfT and NZTA, newest first.

YearFuelUsesUKUSRange
2027Hybrid6.9 L/100km41 mpg34 mpg—
2027Petrol10.2 L/100km28 mpg23 mpg—
2026Plug-in hybrid7.1 L/100km40 mpg33 mpg—
2026Hybrid6.5 L/100km43 mpg36 mpg—
2026Diesel6.0 L/100km47 mpg39 mpg—
2026Petrol10.2 L/100km28 mpg23 mpg—
2025Hybrid6.6 L/100km43 mpg36 mpg—
2025Petrol10.2 L/100km28 mpg23 mpg—
2025Diesel6.0 L/100km47 mpg39 mpg—
2025Plug-in hybrid1.6 L/100km177 mpg147 mpg—
2024Diesel6.0 L/100km47 mpg39 mpg—
2024Hybrid6.5 L/100km44 mpg36 mpg—
2024Petrol9.8 L/100km29 mpg24 mpg—
2024Plug-in hybrid1.6 L/100km177 mpg147 mpg—
2023Hybrid6.6 L/100km43 mpg36 mpg—
2023Diesel6.1 L/100km46 mpg39 mpg—
2023Petrol9.8 L/100km29 mpg24 mpg—
2023Plug-in hybrid6.9 L/100km41 mpg34 mpg—
2022Petrol9.8 L/100km29 mpg24 mpg—
2022Diesel6.1 L/100km46 mpg39 mpg—
2022Plug-in hybrid6.9 L/100km41 mpg34 mpg—
2022Hybrid6.7 L/100km42 mpg35 mpg—
2021Hybrid6.6 L/100km43 mpg36 mpg—
2021Petrol9.7 L/100km29 mpg24 mpg—
2021Diesel6.1 L/100km46 mpg39 mpg—
2020Diesel6.6 L/100km43 mpg36 mpg—
2020Petrol10.7 L/100km26 mpg22 mpg—
2019Petrol10.0 L/100km28 mpg24 mpg—
2019Diesel6.6 L/100km43 mpg36 mpg—
2018Diesel6.5 L/100km44 mpg36 mpg—
2018Petrol10.0 L/100km28 mpg24 mpg—
2017Petrol9.9 L/100km29 mpg24 mpg—
2017Diesel6.6 L/100km43 mpg36 mpg—
2016Petrol9.9 L/100km29 mpg24 mpg—
2016Diesel6.7 L/100km42 mpg35 mpg—
2015Diesel7.5 L/100km38 mpg31 mpg—
2015Petrol9.6 L/100km29 mpg25 mpg—
2014Diesel7.3 L/100km39 mpg32 mpg—
2014Petrol8.7 L/100km33 mpg27 mpg—
2013Petrol8.8 L/100km32 mpg27 mpg—

Kia Sorento questions

What is the fuel consumption of the Kia Sorento?

The 2026 Kia Sorento uses 6.0 L/100km by its official figures. Each year's figures are listed below.

How much does a Kia Sorento cost to run a year in Canada?

At today's average petrol prices and a typical year's driving: $1,940 in New Zealand, $1,608 in Australia, £1,179 in United Kingdom, $1,499 in United States.

How far does a Kia Sorento go on a full tank?

About 1,183 km from its 71 L tank at its official fuel use.

How much can a Kia Sorento tow?

2,000 kg braked, for the 2.2 CRDi AWD.

How big is the Kia Sorento's boot?

606 L, for the 2.2 CRDi AWD.

Cars like the Sorento

From other makes, closest in what they use.

Cupra

Formentor

2021–2026

6.0 L/100km

Mazda

CX-30

2019–2026

6.0 L/100km

Renault

Koleos

2008–2023

6.0 L/100km

Mazda

CX-8

2017–2024

6.0 L/100km

Toyota

Venza

2009–2024

6.0 L/100km

Suzuki

SX4

2006–2022

6.0 L/100km

More from Kia

Kia

Sportage

1995–2027

5.0 L/100km

Kia

Picanto

2006–2026

6.0 L/100km

Kia

Niro

2017–2027

4.3 L/100km

Kia

Ceed

2014–2016

5.5 L/100km

Kia

Rio

2001–2023

5.9 L/100km

Kia

Stonic

2020–2026

5.4 L/100km

Kia

Soul

2009–2025

7.8 L/100km

Kia

EV6

2022–2026

434 km range

Every Kia

What will a drive in your Sorento cost?

Roadtrip works out the fuel or charging cost of any drive for your exact car, finds the cheapest stations on the way, and splits it between everyone in the car.

Plan a trip on the web
Download on the App StoreGet it on Google Play

Rated 4.7 by drivers · 700,000 downloads

The Roadtrip app showing a drive into London that costs £4.81 each, with fuel prices along the way