The 2024 Kia Sorento gets a new look this year with a revised front end and a new dash design. In the world of family-size 3-row SUVs, it doesn’t get much better than the Sorento. With nine different trims to choose from and even more variation through option packages and accessories, the Sorento is practically the Baskin-Robbins of mid-size SUVs.
LX and S trim buyers get a 191-horsepower 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission. All other trims get a more robust turbocharged 2.5-liter engine, good for 281 horsepower. This engine is paired with a dual-clutch automatic, allowing driver-activated gear changes. Front drive is standard, and all-wheel drive (AWD) is available on all but the base LX.
Other 3-row SUVs like the Toyota Highlander, Honda Pilot, Nissan Pathfinder, and the Chevrolet Traverse are in the running for your hard-earned dollar. All have pluses and minuses, but none can match the Sorento’s standard 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty, another feather in Kia’s cap.
Kia also offers a Sorento Hybrid and Sorento PHEV, reviewed separately.
Prices are current at the time of publishing.
What’s New:
The Sorento gets a new look with a revised headlight and grille treatment, new taillights, an available panoramic curved display, and a new dash design. An off-road-oriented X-Pro variant joins the lineup, available only on the SX Prestige trim.
The LX gains more driver-assist systems, while new paint choices and interior colors for the X-Line and X-Pro finish off the upgrades.
Our Recommendation:
We’d go with either the Sorento EX or X-Line EX AWD for its combination of features, price, and power. However, unlike some competitors, you’ll have to move to the top-line SX Prestige to get features like a premium audio system and a heated steering wheel.
Sorento LX
Starts at $31,000 (estimated)| See listings
- 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine with 191 hp
- Cloth upholstery, 7-passenger seating
- 12.3-inch touchscreen
- Wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
- Rear air vents
- Remote keyless entry
- Adaptive cruise control
- Heated side mirrors
- 60/40-split folding second-row seat
- 50/50-split folding third-row seat
- Forward collision avoidance/blind-spot avoidance
- Rear cross-traffic assist with braking
- 17-inch alloy wheels
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Sorento S
Starts at $33,000 (estimated) | See listings
- SynTex upholstery/leather-wrapped steering wheel
- 12.3-inch touchscreen with navigation
- 10-way power driver’s seat
- Heated front seats
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
- Black rear spoiler
- 18-inch alloy wheels
- USB ports in all three rows
- Wireless smartphone charger
- Rear parking distance warning
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Sorento X-Line S AWD
Starts at $35,000 (estimated) | See listings
- SynTex and cloth upholstery
- Torque-vectoring AWD with locking center differential
- High-utility roof rails
- X-Line body styling
- Gloss-black 18-inch alloy wheels
- Hyper Silver grille
- Front and rear skid plates in Hyper Silver
- Open-pore wood interior graphics
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Sorento EX
Starts at $36,000 (estimated) | See listings
- Turbo 2.5-liter engine with 281 hp
- 8-speed wet dual-clutch automatic transmission
- Power front passenger seat
- 6-passenger seating with second-row captain’s chairs
- Smart power tailgate
- Electronic parking brake
- Navigation-based smart cruise control
- Highway Driving Assist
- LED fog lights
- Gloss-black roof rails
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror
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Sorento X-Line EX AWD
Starts at $40,000 (estimated) | See listings
- Turbo 2.5-liter engine
- AWD with locking center differential
- X-Line body styling
- Panoramic sunroof with power sunshade
- 20-inch alloy wheels in matte gray
- LED interior lighting
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Sorento SX
Starts at $39,000 | See listings
- Turbo 2.5-liter engine
- 12.3-inch digital instrument panel
- LED projector headlights/daytime running lights
- Power-folding side mirrors
- Rain-sensing wipers
- 20-inch gloss-black alloy wheels
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Sorento SX Prestige AWD
Starts at $44,000 (estimated) | See listings
- Turbo 2.5-liter engine
- Perforated and embossed leather upholstery
- 14-way power driver’s seat with thigh extensions
- 10-way power front-passenger seat with lumbar
- Heated steering wheel
- Heated outboard second-row seats
- Blind-Spit View Monitor
- 12-speaker Bose Premium Audio
- Digital rearview mirror
- Second-row sunshades
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Sorento X-Line SX Prestige AWD
Starts at $44,000 (estimated) | See listings
- Turbo 2.5-liter engine
- X-Line body styling
- High-utility roof rails
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Sorento X-Pro SX Prestige AWD
Starts at $ 46,000 (estimate) | See listings
- 17-inch wheels
- BFGoodrich all-terrain tires
- 4,000-pound tow rating
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2024 Kia Sorento LX: $31,000 (estimated)
For just a tad over $30,000, the front-drive LX trim brings all the basics with a few surprises. The 3-row LX offers seating for seven and a host of standard safety systems.
Included in the LX Drive Wise safety assist package are automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, forward-collision warning with junction turning (warns of danger when making a left turn across oncoming traffic), lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, a blind-spot monitor with collision avoidance, rear cross-traffic detection, and automatic high-beam headlights.
Also standard is Kia’s adaptive Smart Cruise Control with stop-and-go technology.
Adding to the LX’s safety arsenal is Kia’s Lane Following Assist, which can steer the Sorento to help keep it centered in its lane (works at speeds below 40 mph), Speed Limit Assist (warns the driver when exceeding a posted speed limit), a driver attention monitor, Safe Exit Assist (warns exiting passengers of danger from approaching traffic), and a Leading Vehicle Departure Alert that notifies you when the vehicle directly ahead has started moving.
Finally, there’s a rearview camera with dynamic parking guidelines and a rear occupant alert system that reminds the driver to check the back seat before leaving and locking the vehicle. If the ultrasonic sensors inside the car detect movement, the car will sound its horn.
The LX features heated outside power mirrors with LED integrated turn signals, a matte-black rear spoiler, deep-tinted rear privacy glass, auto on/off LED low-beam headlights, 17-inch alloy wheels, variable intermittent front wipers, and a rear wiper/washer.
Moving to the cabin, we find cloth upholstery, manual sliding front seats, a 60/40-split folding second-row seat, and a 50/50-split folding third-row seat. Also standard are remote keyless entry with remote start and push-button start, manual air conditioning with rear-seat vents, a driver’s one-touch up/down power window, and a tilt/telescoping steering wheel with Bluetooth, audio, and cruise controls.
Other LX interior features include an overhead console with a sunglass holder, a dual-level cargo floor, a rear center armrest with cupholders, sliding sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors, and a 4.2-inch trip computer between the speedometer and tachometer.
Entertainment comes via an AM/FM/HD Radio with six speakers and a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment setup. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto come standard, as does voice-activated Bluetooth. The LX includes USB charge ports in all three rows, with a 12-volt outlet in the front console and rear cargo area.
With the $1,325 destination charge, the 2024 Kia Sorento LX’s estimated cost is $32,325. On a 60-month loan with 5% financing and $0 down, look for a monthly payment of around $610. See 2024 Kia Sorento LX models for sale near you
2024 Kia Sorento LX Includes:
Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto – Allows wireless connection of Android or Apple smartphones, giving access to the device’s apps, maps, music, and messages.
Heated outside mirrors – These keep frost, ice, and snow from building up on the side mirrors.
Automatic high-beam headlights – The headlights dim automatically when sensing oncoming traffic.
2024 Kia Sorento S: $33,000 (estimated)
The S trim builds off the base LX, adding a few more features we think are worth the slightly higher price.
Available AWD brings a center locking differential and increased ride height. Kia’s Drive Mode Select varies throttle input and transmission shift points. It includes Sport, Eco, Comfort, and Smart modes, while AWD models gain an additional Snow mode.
Opting for the S trim brings Sport exterior styling with gloss-black front and rear skid plates, a gloss-black grille, gloss-black roof rails, black chrome window surrounds, gloss-black mirror caps, a gloss-black rear spoiler, LED fog lights, and gloss-black lower door accents. The S rides on larger 18-inch alloy wheels and features a proximity key fob that allows locking and unlocking by touching the outside door handle.
The S interior gets several improvements, including two additional second-row charge ports, dual-zone automatic climate control with auto defog, a wireless charging pad, and SynTex synthetic leather upholstery.
The S trim comes with a 10-way power driver’s seat with 2-way power lumbar support, heated front seats, plus a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob lever.
Additional driver assists include Highway Driving Assist (keeps the Sorento centered between lane markers when using adaptive cruise control), Navigation-based adaptive cruise control, and rear parking sensors. The S trim’s rear occupant alert system can be linked to the UVO app on your smartphone, sending a message when it detects motion inside the vehicle.
The S also gets a big bump in the infotainment arena, courtesy of a 12.3-inch touchscreen navigation radio with voice recognition, UVO telematics, SiriusXM satellite radio, and Kia Connect services.
Options for the S trim include a panoramic sunroof with a power sunshade and interior LED lighting.
With the $1,325 destination charge, the 2024 Kia Sorento S estimated cost comes to $34,325. On a 60-month loan with 5% financing and $0 down, expect a monthly payment of around $648. See 2024 Kia Sorento S models for sale near you
2024 Kia Sorento S Includes:
Navigation – Voice-activated GPS navigation doesn’t rely on a cell phone signal, so it works even in remote locations.
Smart Key – A proximity key fob allows you to unlock the Sorento’s door merely by touching the door handle. The fob also activates the push-button starter.
10-way power driver’s seat – It’s easy to find the perfect driving position with this seat. Includes 2-way power lumbar for extra lower back support.
2024 Kia Sorento X-Line S AWD: $35,000 (estimated)
The X-Line S AWD is simply the all-wheel-drive version of the S trim. It has the same standard and optional equipment but adds X-Line front and rear bumpers, gloss-black 18-inch wheels, and a few interior trim changes.
With the $1,325 destination charge, the 2024 Kia Sorento X-Line S AWD’s estimated cost is $36,325. On a 60-month loan with 5% financing and $0 down, expect a monthly payment of around $685. See 2024 Kia Sorento X-Line S AWD models for sale near you
2024 Kia Sorento EX: $36,000 (estimated)
The EX begins the Sorento’s move into the performance realm, adding notable upgrades to the S like a more powerful turbocharged engine and an 8-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.
Other upgrades include a power liftgate with proximity activation, 20-inch alloy wheels, an 8-way power passenger seat, and second-row captain’s chair seating.
With the $1,325 destination charge, the 2024 Kia Sorento EX’s estimated cost is $37,325. On a 60-month loan at 5% financing and $0 down, expect a monthly payment of around $704. See 2024 Kia Sorento EX models for sale near you
2024 Kia Sorento EX Includes:
Smart power tailgate – Stand behind the liftgate with the proximity key fob in your pocket or purse, and the liftgate automatically activates. You can also push the button on the fob to open or close the tailgate.
Wireless charging pad – Eliminates the need for wires or an open USB port. Place your phone on the pad, and it charges automatically.
Second-row captain’s chair seating – These give each passenger more personal space while creating an easy pathway to the third-row seat.
2024 Kia Sorento X-Line EX AWD: $40,000 (estimated)
Like the Sorento X-Line S, the X-Line EX adds all-wheel drive and X-Line exterior and interior styling to the EX trim. However, unlike the X-Line S, the X-Line EX adds more features over the front-drive EX.
Building off the EX trim, the X-Line EX AWD adds 20-inch alloy wheels, a panoramic sunroof with power sunshade, and LED interior lighting.
With the $1,325 destination charge, the 2024 Kia Sorento X-Line EX AWD’s estimated cost is $41,325. On a 60-month loan with 5% financing and $0 down, expect a monthly payment of around $780. See 2024 Kia Sorento X-Line EX AWD models for sale near you
2024 Kia Sorento SX: $39,000 (estimated)
Building off the EX, the SX brings 20-inch alloy wheels, full LED projector-beam headlights, LED daytime running lights, LED taillamps, a panoramic moonroof with power sunshade, power-folding side mirrors, rain-sensing wipers, and LED interior lighting.
The SX also gets Kia’s new 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster that blends with the infotainment touchscreen to create a massive single-piece curved screen. Other interior upgrades include ventilated front seats, LED overhead lighting, and Satin Chrome door handles.
The SX also gets a more advanced forward collision avoidance system and adaptive cruise control with machine learning. Standard upgrades include a 360-degree Surround View monitor, a blind-spot view monitor, and Highway Driving Assist 2 with automatic lane change assist.
All-wheel drive is optional.
With the $1,325 destination charge, the 2024 Kia Sorento SX’s estimated cost is $40,325. On a 60-month loan with 5% financing and $0 down, expect a monthly payment of around $761. See 2024 Kia Sorento SX models for sale near you
2024 Kia Sorento SX Prestige AWD: $44,000 (estimated)
The SX Prestige trim adds more luxury content, putting the Sorento in direct competition with prominent luxury brands like Audi and Lexus.
Perforated leather upholstery covers the first and second rows. A 14-way power driver’s seat includes 4-way power lumbar support, 2-way power thigh extension, and memory settings (for the driver’s seat). The steering wheel gains paddle shifters, and the rear doors have manual sunshades.
The front passenger enjoys a 10-way power seat with 2-way power lumbar support, and both front seats are heated and ventilated. Further adding to the Prestige’s luxury status are a heated steering wheel, a digital rearview camera mirror, and heated second-row captain’s chairs.
A 12-speaker Bose audio system comes standard, as do one-touch up/down windows on all four doors. A 115-volt power inverter allows plugging in everyday household items like a laptop, radio, or outdoor light.
Additional driver assists include front and rear parking sensors and reverse automatic emergency braking.
With the $1,325 destination charge, the 2024 Kia Sorento SX Prestige’s estimated cost is $45,325. On a 60-month loan with 5% financing and $0 down, expect a monthly payment of around $855. See 2024 Kia Sorento SX Prestige models for sale near you
2024 Kia Sorento SX Prestige Includes:
Blind-spot view monitor – Cameras embedded in the side mirrors show the vehicle’s blind spots when you signal your intention to change lanes.
14-way power driver’s seat – Includes 4-way power lumbar and a power extendable thigh cushion for those with extra-long legs.
Bose audio – This custom-designed sound system employs 12 speakers for impressive audio reproduction.
2024 Kia Sorento X-Line SX Prestige AWD: $44,000 (estimated)
This adds all-wheel drive and the X-Line styling package to the SX Prestige.
With the $1,325 destination charge, the 2024 Kia Sorento X-Line SX Prestige AWD’s estimated cost is $45,325. On a 60-month loan with 5% financing and $0 down, expect a monthly payment of around $855. See 2024 Kia Sorento X-Line SX Prestige AWD models for sale near you
2024 Kia Sorento X-Pro SX Prestige AWD: $46,000
The new X-Pro aims for a more rugged appearance, adding 17-inch wheels with all-terrain tires, unique exterior paint options, Olive Brown and Sage interior upholstery, and a 4,000-pound tow rating.
With the $1,325 destination charge, the 2024 Kia Sorento X-Pro SX Prestige AWD’s estimated cost is $47,325. On a 60-month loan with 5% financing and $0 down, expect a monthly payment of around $893. See 2024 Kia Sorento X-Pro SX Prestige AWD models for sale near you
