2023 Kia Sorento hybrids: Price and Specs

Are you shopping for a Kia Sorento hybrid, but are hesitating between a plug-in model or not? Despite both of these models offering loads of advantages, they still have significant differences even if they may present a similar appearance.

Your Kia Chambly dealership, on the South Shore of Montreal, tells you more about the different hybrid vs plug-in hybrid trims of the Sorento!

Discover the two 2024 hybrid Sorentos now!

2023 Kia Sorento hybrid: Specs 

What’s new for the 2023 Kia Sorento HEV and PHEV 

There are no major changes between the current model-year of the Kia Sorento Hybrid and the previous model, including in terms of esthetics and mechanics.

Let’s take a closer look at what each trim level has to offer.

2023 Sorento PHEV EX— Starting at $ 43,136 

The EX trim –the base model for the plug-in hybrid Sorento- has a lot to offer!

2023 Kia Sorento PHEV

Performance and Powertrains

Just like all of the Kia Sorento plug-in hybrid models, the EX trim is equipped with a 1.6 L 4- cylinder turbo PHEV, coupled with a permanent magnet synchronous motor. This powertrain provides the Sorento PHEV with a net 261 horsepower and 268 lb-ft. maximum torque.

Exterior, Design and Body Colors

The Sorento PHEV boasts beautiful athletic and elegant lines, enhanced by 19- inch aerodynamic rims with an alloy machined finish, LED fog lights, headlights and daylights, along with heated power exterior mirrors with integrated flashers.

Different body colors are offered on all PHEV trims:

• Aurora Black
• Platinum Graphite (gray)
• Snow White Pearl
• Mineral Blue
• Runway Red
• Steele Gray

2023 Kia Sorento PHEV

Interior, Amenities, Infotainment

The interior can welcome up to 6- passengers and their luggage comfortably, and offers a long list of amenities and added technologies. Among these, you will find multi-zone auto climate control, heated front seats, luxury pedals, an 8- inch touch screen, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, paddle shifters on the steering wheel, wireless cellphone charging, and much more. 

And when it comes to safety, you will find technologies like front and rear parking sensors, collision avoidance assistance in the front, rear and blind spots, lane keep assist and so much more. 

Fuel Consumption and Range

All Sorento PHEV offer a 51 kilometer range when in full electric mode and have remarkable fuel consumption numbers which can reach 6.9 L/100 km (combined fuel) and only 3.0 Le/100 km (combined fuel-electric).

2023 Sorento PHEV EX Plus— Starting at $ 48,136

Offering all of the features found on the EX trim, the Sorento PHEV EX Plus also offers the following features:

• LED taillights
• Power folding side view mirrors
• A panoramic sunroof
• A 10.25- inch touch screen with integrated navigation
• Heated seats on 2^nd row
• LED ambient lighting
• Luxury interior trims with integrated panels
• Perfected front collision avoidance assistance in intersections
• Assisted driving on highways
• Safe exit assistance
• Rear passenger alert
• Etc.

2023 Kia Sorento PHEV

2023 Sorento PHEV SX — Starting at $ 52,536 

The most noticeable differences with the 2023 Sorento PHEV SX are found in the added technologies and the interior features. In fact, you will find leather upholstery, ventilated front seats, 4 lumbar support settings on the driver’s seat (2 for front passenger) and the memory function on the driver’s seat as well, among other things.

When it comes to technologies, the SX trim adds –among other things- head-up display, a Bose sound system and the parking collision avoidance assistance system, when on reverse.

2023 Sorento HEV LX — Starting at $ 40,159  

Let’s now take a look at the Kia Sorento hybrid models that are not plug-ins; offering a better energy efficiency than the 2023 Kia Sorento fuel models, but not as much as the Sorento PHEV, they are still an excellent option if you are looking for an affordable Sorento hybrid. 

Performance and Powertrains

The 2023 Kia Sorento HEV LX is equipped with a 1.6 L 4- cylinder engine coupled with an electric motor, for a total of 227 horsepower and 258 lb-ft. maximum torque, which is enough for a dynamic but smooth driving experience.

Exterior, Design and Available Body Colors

The Kia Sorento hybrid comes in 3 different body colors:

• Aurora Black
• Platinum Graphite (gray)
• Snow White Pearl

It is equipped with 17- inch wheels and LED daylights and sidelights, heated power side view mirrors with integrated flashers along with a satin chrome radiator grille trim, among other things.

Interior, Amenities, Infotainment

The Sorento HEV LX interior can also welcome up to 6- passengers, and offers loads of amenities and technologies, like:

• Heated front seats
• Multi-zone climate ctonrol
• Remote foldable 2^nd row seats
• Paddle shifters on the steering wheels
• Front and rear USB ports
• Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
• Front collision avoidance with pedestrian detection
• Lane keep assist
• A reverse view camera
• Etc.

2023 Kia Sorento HEV

Fuel Consumption and Range

Contrary to the Sorento PHEV, the hybrid (only) version cannot run in 100 % electric mode. However, you will be able to drive for over 1,000 kilometers between trips to the gas station, thanks to the outstanding combined city/highway energy efficiency it offers, of only 6.6 L/100 km!

2023 Sorento HEV EX— Starting at $ 45,459

The 2023 Kia Sorento HEV EX offers the same technical features as the LX model. However, it does include some exterior differences, like the choice between 6 different body colors like the PHEV trims:

• Aurora Black
• Platinum Graphite (gray)
• Snow White Pearl
• Mineral Blue
• Runway Red
• Steele Gray

You will also love the 19- inch rims, metallic paint trims and door handles, along with roof rails, which are part of the elements you’ll find on the EX trim level.

Interior, Amenities and Infotainment

Finally, aboard your 2023 Sorento EX you will have access to the UVO intelligence system, an auto-dimming rear-view mirror with HomeLink, power front seats, rear cross and blind spot collision alert, and so much more.

In short, the main differences between the Sorento hybrids vs plug-in hybrids are found within the powertrains and their capacity –or lack thereof- of driving in full electric mode.

As for the rest, you will have access to pretty much the same level of equipment, no matter if you opt for an HEV or PHEV model.

To find out more about our Kia Sorento hybrid or plug-in hybrid models and their differences, come and visit us at Kia Chambly today!

2023 Kia Sorento HEV