2022 Kia Telluride vs. 2023 Sorento

2022 Kia Telluride vs. 2022 Kia Sorento
2022 Kia Telluride

vs.

2023 Kia Sorento
$33,090

Starting MSRP

$25,590
3.8L V6

Base Engine

2.5L 4-cylinder
291 hp

Horsepower

187 hp
5,000 pounds

Towing Capacity

2,000 to 3,500 pounds
87 cubic feet

Max Cargo Volume

74.1 cubic feet
19 city/24 hwy

EPA-Estimated MPG

24 city/29 hwy

There are plenty of good reasons why Kia SUVs are favorites on Jackson roads: ample space, great features, and plenty of power, all for a great price. But what do you do if you’re struggling to decide which is right for you: the 2022 Kia Telluride or 2023 Kia Sorento? Both have what SUV drivers are looking for, but which you choose will boil down to the details. Take a look at the differences between the Kia Telluride and Sorento with Wilson KIA. 

Kia Telluride vs. Sorento: Safety Features

No matter if you choose the Kia Telluride or Kia Sorento, you’re going to get plenty of safety and driver assist features that will help you drive with confidence on Brandon streets. That said, the Kia Telluride comes with more standard safety features. If you choose the Kia Sorento and want these features, you’ll need to choose one of the higher Kia Sorento trim levels

  • Blind Spot Detection (Blind-Spot Collision Avoidance Assist Rear – BCA-R) 
  • Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA)
  • Parking Distance Warning – Reverse (PDW-R)
  • Safe Exit Assist (SEA)
  • And more

Kia Telluride vs. Sorento: Performance Specs

Another one of the bigger differences between the 2022 Kia Telluride and 2023 Sorento is power. The Kia Telluride is a bigger SUV with a higher towing capacity thanks to a significantly larger engine. If you need a smaller SUV or you have a smaller budget, the Kia Sorento has plenty to offer you. Compare the Kia Telluride or Sorento engines: 

Kia Telluride Engine: 3.8L V6 

  • 291 hp and 262 lb-ft of torque
  • Eight-speed automatic transmission 
  • 19 city/24 hwy EPA-estimated mpg

Kia Sorento Base Engine: 2.5L 4-Cylinder

  • 187 hp and 181 lb-ft of torque
  • Eight-speed automatic transmission 
  • 25 city/32 hwy EPA-estimated mpg

Kia Telluride vs. Sorento: Dimensions

As we mentioned the Kia Telluride offers more room for Ridgeland drivers and passengers. You’ll find it’s mostly in the amount of cargo space. Here’s how they compare: 

Maximum Cargo Volume

  • Telluride: 87.0 cubic feet
  • Sorento: 74.1 cubic feet

Cargo Volume Behind 2nd Row

  • Telluride: 46.0 cubic feet
  • Sorento: 39.6 cubic feet

Cargo Volume Behind 3rd Row

  • Telluride: 21 cubic feet
  • Sorento: Not available at press time

Front Headroom

  • Telluride: 40.9 inches
  • Sorento: 39.6 inches

Front Legroom

  • Telluride: 41.4 inches
  • Sorento: 41.4 inches

2023 Kia Sorento or 2022 Kia Telluride: Make the Call at Wilson KIA

Of course, the best way to see the difference between the Kia Telluride or Sorento is with a test drive in Flowood. Drop by Wilson KIA to compare Kia SUVs today. You can also visit our Kia information hub for the latest info about Kia vehicles and features. 

 

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