2020 Kia Sorento

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2020 Kia Sorento
2020 Kia Sorento

Key specs

Base trim shown

SUV

Body style

25

Combined MPG

7

Seating capacity

189” x 66.3”

Dimensions

Front-wheel drive

Drivetrain

Overview

The good:

  • Seating comfort
  • UVO multimedia system
  • Quiet cabin
  • Cargo room
  • Wireless phone charging available

The bad:

  • Steering feel
  • Performance in Eco mode
  • Sport mode harshness
  • Few standard active safety features

5 trims

Starting msrp listed lowest to highest price

  • L

    $26,990

  • LX

    $28,090

  • S

    $33,190

  • EX

    $35,490

  • SX

    $40,090

Wondering which trim is right for you?

Our 2020 Kia Sorento trim comparison will help you decide.

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Notable features

  • Three-row mid-size SUV
  • Seats seven
  • Four-cylinder or V-6 power
  • Front- or all-wheel drive
  • Apple CarPlay, Android Auto standard
  • Automatic emergency braking available

2020 Kia Sorento review: Our expert's take

What Is the 2020 Kia Sorento?

The Kia Sorento is a mid-size SUV that seats seven in three rows. It’s powered by a standard 185-horsepower, 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine that works with a six-speed automatic transmission or a 290-hp, 3.3-liter V-6 that pairs with an eight-speed automatic. Front- and all-wheel-drive models are offered with either engine, and competitors include the Dodge Journey and Mitsubishi Outlander

What’s New on the 2020 Kia Sorento?

Kia has shuffled the Sorento’s trim level lineup, but there are otherwise no significant changes this year. 

What Features in the 2020 Kia Sorento Are Most Important?

Standard exterior features include 17-inch alloy wheels, LED running lights, and heated side mirrors with LED turn signals. Inside, a 40/20/40-split second row and a 50/50-split third row enhance the Sorento’s versatility, and cloth upholstery is standard while leather is optional. A standard 7-inch multimedia display includes Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity. An 8-inch screen with navigation is available. 

Available active safety features include forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, blind spot warning, rear cross-traffic alert, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go capability, a driver attention warning and a 360-degree camera system. 

Should I Buy the 2020 Kia Sorento?

The Sorento is a comfortable and quiet mid-size SUV, and its standard third-row seat increases its passenger-carrying capability. It’s not the most engaging to drive, however, and many of its active safety features aren’t standard. 

Consumer reviews

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.8
  • Interior 4.6
  • Performance 4.6
  • Value 4.6
  • Exterior 4.7
  • Reliability 4.6

Most recent consumer reviews

3.0

Should have stayed with Toyota

Currently own a 2020 Kia Sorento. Drivers seat cover has already been replaced once after the side bolsters were worn out and now at 45,000, the replacement is worn out. Service department at KIA of Turnersville in New Jersey is typical, always trying to up sell and advise of repairs that are not necessary (i.e always saying rotors need resurfacing with brakes, despite enough pad being there, etc.). At 45,000 miles I now debate if this vehicle is going to last as noises are appearing in different areas and the materials inside appear inferior. Should have stayed with Toyota

4.0

I am constantly suprised by this vehicle.

Professional Driver says ---amazing engine performance in the SX. V-6 able to tow 5000 lbs. Eight extra gears on the handle shifter. Super bonus for driving the mountains and beach. Fun, fast and responsive handling. Roomy enough to haul furniture and heavy items. Comfortable for everyone on long haul family trips. Dealer maintenance cost is the lowest that I have ever had on any vehicle. Not a jaw dropping looking SUV but the interior ammenties will make you forget about that.

5.0

Kia Sorento EX V6 AWD has been awesome, owned 3yrs

Absolutely love our Kia Sorento EX V6 AWD 2020. We've owned it for 3 years and it has 46K on it. Regular oil changes and just did brakes, and that's it! With all the bells and whistles I got with my trim, panoramic sunroof, adaptive cruise control, Lane assist, blind spot monitoring, auto lift trunk gate..i would have paid 5-8K more to get into a Toyota Hylander or Honda Pilot. With best in class warranty, I'll take my chances. Plus the suv drives so smooth, like a car, tons of pick up. Really shocked to see the latest reveiws aren't great on the sorento, but honestly I think it's their 4 cylinder engine that's the issue, their 6 cylinders have been excellent, stick with the better trims

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Warranty

New car and Certified Pre-Owned programs by Kia
New car program benefits
Bumper-to-bumper
60 months/60,000 miles
Corrosion
60 months/100,000 miles
Powertrain
120 months/100,000 miles
Roadside assistance
60 months/60,000 miles
Certified Pre-Owned program benefits
Maximum age/mileage
6 years or newer/less than 80,000 miles
Basic warranty terms
12 months/12,000 miles
Powertrain
10 years/100,000 miles
Dealer certification required
165-point inspection
Roadside assistance
Yes
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