2023 Kia Sorento review

The 2023 Kia Sorento is on the small side for a three-row midsize SUV, making it attractive for those who need additional passenger space but without the bulk of something like the Kia Telluride. For 2023, the Sorento now features standard blind-spot warning, safe exit assist, and rear cross-traffic warning, complementing the Sorento’s already long roster of standard features, including wireless smartphone connectivity, keyless entry, six USB ports, and a user-friendly eight-inch touchscreen.

Engine choices range from the standard 191-horsepower four-cylinder to a 281-hp turbocharged four-cylinder, with front-wheel drive standard and all-wheel drive available. Hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains are also offered, though they’re reviewed separately.

Adults will find reasonable headroom and legroom in the second and third row, although reaching the rear-most seats requires some gymnastics. The cabin’s fit and finish is first-rate, and the trim pieces and overall layout have a near-luxury look to them. Cargo space is a little scarce when every seat is occupied, though when the third row is folded there’s a handy 38.5 cubic feet of cargo volume.