2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid review

1. Standard features 

Even the base S trim is very well-equipped. It's got loads of standard features like simulated leather upholstery, heated front seats, a power driver's seat, dual-zone automatic climate control, LED headlights, and roof rails. So, even if you come across a 2021 Sorento Hybrid S on our lots, you can rest assured that it will be pretty impressive.  

2. Hybrid powertrain 

All versions of the 2021 Sorento Hybrid are powered by a turbocharged 1.6L four-cylinder engine with an electric motor to produce a combined 227 horsepower. That is good for an EPA-estimated 37 mpg combined city/highway.

3. Great tech 

The base S trim gets a nicely sized eight-inch touchscreen display with wireless Apple CarPlay^® and Android Auto^™ smartphone integration and a six-speaker audio system. It also had standard driver aids like blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert, parking sensors, a lane-keeping system, forward collision mitigation, and driver attention warning. Find the EX trim, and you'll get upgrades like a wireless phone charger, adaptive cruise control, front parking sensors, and enhanced forward collision mitigation.  

4. Interior space 

With three rows of space, the Kia Sorento Hybrid is pretty practical. You'll get 12.6 cu-ft of space with all seats in place, which is suitable for a quick trip to the grocery store. The 2021 Sorento Hybrid has a sliding and reclining second row, which means with the third row folded, you have between 38.5 and 45 cu-ft of space. There's 75.5 cu-ft of space with the two rear rows folded.  

5. Upgraded EX trim 

If the S trim doesn't quite match your needs, you can check out the 2021 Sorento Hybrid EX. It gets great exterior upgrades like LED foglights and cool black exterior trim. On the inside, you'll find a panoramic sunroof, a wireless phone charger, and driver aids like adaptive cruise control, front parking sensors, and enhanced forward collision mitigation.