2023 Kia Sorento HEV SX-Prestige
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- Photo: 2020 Kia Sorento 4 HEV AWD Automatic 1.6 Front (1) by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Kia, Auto 2024, Zurich (PANA0818) by Matti Blume, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Kia Sorento Hybrid EX (IV) – f 02112024 by © M 93, CC BY-SA 3.0 de, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2020 Kia Sorento 4 HEV AWD Automatic 1.6 Rear (1) by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Kia Sorento Hybrid MQ4 HEV Saddle Brown (2) by Damian B Oh, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2023 Kia Sorento HEV SX-Prestige is a 227-hp turbocharged inline-4 with a 6-speed automatic transaxle and all-wheel drive. It starts at $42,490 MSRP and is rated at 34 mpg combined.
It makes 227 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 36 mpg city and 33 mpg highway (34 mpg combined).
The Sorento HEV measures 189.4 inches long on a 110.8-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,140 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Hybrid |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $42,490 |
| MSRP with Destination | $43,815 |
| Destination Charge | $1,325 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 1.6L turbocharged GDI inline-4 hybrid (TMED); permanent-magnet motor 59.3 hp / 44.2 kW; 1.0-1.5 kWh lithium-ion polymer battery (270V); total system 227 hp / 258 lb-ft |
| Horsepower | 227 hp |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft |
| Valvetrain | 16-valve swing-arm with hydraulic lash adjuster |
| Bore and Stroke | 75.6 x 89.0 |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 |
| Injection Type | Turbocharged Gasoline Direct Injection (T-GDI) hybrid |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | AWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic transaxle (fluid clutch) |
| 1st Gear | 4.639 |
| 2nd Gear | 2.826 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.841 |
| 4th Gear | 1.386 |
| 5th Gear | 1 |
| 6th Gear | 0.772 |
| Reverse | 3.385 |
| Final Drive | 3.51 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 36 MPG |
| Highway | 33 MPG |
| Combined | 34 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link independent |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 12.8 in ventilated disc; Intelligent Emergency Braking (IEB) |
| Rear Brake Disc | 12.8 in ventilated disc |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 7.0J x 17 alloy |
| Wheels Rear | 7.0J x 17 alloy |
| Tires Front | 235/65R17 |
| Tires Rear | 235/65R17 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 189.4 in |
| Width | 74.8 in |
| Height | 66.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 110.8 in |
| Front Track | 65 in |
| Rear Track | 65.4 in |
| Ground Clearance | 6.85 in |
| Approach Angle | 16.8° |
| Departure Angle | 21.3° |
| Cargo Volume | 12.6 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 4,140 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 40.3 in |
| Headroom Rear | 36.8 in |
| Legroom Front | 41.4 in |
| Legroom Rear | 29.6 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 59.1 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 53 in |
| Hip Room Front | 55.6 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 42.5 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal crash | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (15.9 % risk) |
Other tested variants (1)
- 2023 Kia Sorento HEV SUV FWD: 4 ★ overall
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2023 Kia SORENTO. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Sep 25, 2025 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Sorento vehicles. The heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) blower motor wiring harness may be inadequate, which can result in a fire.
Consequence: A fire increases the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the wiring harness and blower motor resistor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2026. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC351. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 9, 2025.
NHTSA campaign 25V649000
Aug 31, 2023 · BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Sorento, Sorento Hybrid, and Sorento Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) vehicles. The mounting clips for the rearview camera may break, which can cause the rearview camera image not to appear properly on the display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence: A rearview camera that does not properly display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera housing, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 27, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC280.
NHTSA campaign 23V610000
Aug 15, 2023 · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Sorento vehicles. The air bag warning labels on the driver and front passenger sun visors may detach. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence: A detached air bag warning label will not warn occupants about the risks of air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the driver and front passenger sun visors, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 10, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC277.
NHTSA campaign 23V579000
32 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2023 Kia SORENTO HEV
Owner Complaints
32 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2023 Kia SORENTO HEV (1 mention a crash, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Engine | 13 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 10 |
| Electrical System | 7 |
| Power Train | 5 |
| Structure | 3 |
| Unknown Or Other | 3 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2023 KIA SORENTO HEV. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.