Kia Sorento MPG by Year & Engine (EPA)
EPA fuel-economy ratings for every rated Kia Sorento model year from 2003 to 2026 — each engine and transmission with its official city, highway and combined figures. Over these years the Sorento has been offered with 1.6L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl, 3.3L 6-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl power plants; the most efficient version is the 2026 (up to 37 MPG combined). All rated versions run on regular gasoline. Data: U.S. Department of Energy & EPA, fueleconomy.gov; prices are live medians from VehiSales listings.
Kia Sorento fuel economy by year
| Year | Combined MPG | Engines | Median used price | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 23–37 | 1.6L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl | $38,070 | 14,124 listings |
| 2025 | 23–36 | 1.6L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl | $35,181 | 834 listings |
| 2024 | 23–37 | 1.6L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl | $26,497 | 1,593 listings |
| 2023 | 24–37 | 1.6L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl | $27,999 | 1,074 listings |
| 2022 | 24–37 | 1.6L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl | $25,000 | 788 listings |
| 2021 | 24–37 | 1.6L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl | $21,690 | 465 listings |
| 2020 | 20–25 | 2.4L 4-cyl, 3.3L 6-cyl | $15,950 | 735 listings |
| 2019 | 21–25 | 2.4L 4-cyl, 3.3L 6-cyl | $14,599 | 1,045 listings |
| 2018 | 19–24 | 2.4L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl, 3.3L 6-cyl | $12,750 | 347 listings |
| 2017 | 19–24 | 2.4L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl, 3.3L 6-cyl | $12,400 | 491 listings |
| 2016 | 19–24 | 2.4L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl, 3.3L 6-cyl | $10,995 | 513 listings |
| 2015 | 20–23 | 2.4L 4-cyl, 3.3L 6-cyl | $9,800 | 179 listings |
| 2014 | 20–22 | 2.4L 4-cyl, 3.3L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2013 | 20–24 | 2.4L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2012 | 20–24 | 2.4L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2011 | 20–24 | 2.4L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2009 | 17–18 | 3.3L 6-cyl, 3.8L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2008 | 17–18 | 3.3L 6-cyl, 3.8L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2007 | 17–18 | 3.3L 6-cyl, 3.8L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2006 | 15–16 | 3.5L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2005 | 15–16 | 3.5L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2004 | 15–16 | 3.5L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2003 | 15 | 3.5L 6-cyl | — | — |
2026 Kia Sorento: engines & MPG
The 2026 Sorento was EPA-rated in 7 versions (1.6L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 23 to 37 MPG. Used 2026 models currently list for a median of $38,070 on VehiSales (14,124 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sorento Hybrid FWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S6) | Regular | 37 | 36 | 37 MPG |
| Sorento Hybrid AWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S6) | Regular | 32 | 35 | 34 MPG |
| Sorento Plug-in Hybrid | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S6) | Regular | 33 | 34 | 33 MPG · 440 mi range |
| Sorento FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 23 | 31 | 26 MPG |
| Sorento AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 23 | 28 | 25 MPG |
| Sorento FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S8) | Regular | 20 | 29 | 23 MPG |
| Sorento AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S8) | Regular | 20 | 27 | 23 MPG |
2025 Kia Sorento: engines & MPG
The 2025 Sorento was EPA-rated in 7 versions (1.6L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 23 to 36 MPG. Used 2025 models currently list for a median of $35,181 on VehiSales (834 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sorento Hybrid FWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S6) | Regular | 36 | 36 | 36 MPG |
| Sorento Hybrid AWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S6) | Regular | 34 | 34 | 34 MPG |
| Sorento Plug-in Hybrid | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S6) | Regular | 33 | 34 | 33 MPG · 440 mi range |
| Sorento FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 23 | 31 | 26 MPG |
| Sorento AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 23 | 28 | 25 MPG |
| Sorento AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S8) | Regular | 20 | 27 | 23 MPG |
| Sorento FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S8) | Regular | 20 | 29 | 23 MPG |
2024 Kia Sorento: engines & MPG
The 2024 Sorento was EPA-rated in 7 versions (1.6L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 23 to 37 MPG. Used 2024 models currently list for a median of $26,497 on VehiSales (1,593 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sorento Hybrid FWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S6) | Regular | 39 | 35 | 37 MPG |
| Sorento Hybrid AWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S6) | Regular | 36 | 33 | 34 MPG |
| Sorento Plug-in Hybrid | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S6) | Regular | 35 | 33 | 34 MPG · 460 mi range |
| Sorento FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 23 | 31 | 26 MPG |
| Sorento AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 23 | 28 | 25 MPG |
| Sorento FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S8) | Regular | 20 | 29 | 23 MPG |
| Sorento AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S8) | Regular | 20 | 27 | 23 MPG |
2023 Kia Sorento: engines & MPG
The 2023 Sorento was EPA-rated in 7 versions (1.6L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 24 to 37 MPG. Used 2023 models currently list for a median of $27,999 on VehiSales (1,074 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sorento Hybrid FWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S6) | Regular | 39 | 35 | 37 MPG |
| Sorento Plug-in Hybrid | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S6) | Regular | 35 | 33 | 34 MPG · 460 mi range |
| Sorento Hybrid AWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S6) | Regular | 36 | 33 | 34 MPG |
| Sorento FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 24 | 29 | 26 MPG |
| Sorento FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S8) | Regular | 22 | 29 | 25 MPG |
| Sorento AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S8) | Regular | 22 | 27 | 24 MPG |
| Sorento AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 23 | 25 | 24 MPG |
2022 Kia Sorento: engines & MPG
The 2022 Sorento was EPA-rated in 7 versions (1.6L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 24 to 37 MPG. Used 2022 models currently list for a median of $25,000 on VehiSales (788 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sorento Hybrid FWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S6) | Regular | 39 | 35 | 37 MPG |
| Sorento Hybrid AWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S6) | Regular | 36 | 33 | 35 MPG |
| Sorento Plug-in Hybrid | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S6) | Regular | 35 | 33 | 34 MPG · 460 mi range |
| Sorento FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 24 | 29 | 26 MPG |
| Sorento FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S8) | Regular | 22 | 29 | 25 MPG |
| Sorento AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S8) | Regular | 22 | 27 | 24 MPG |
| Sorento AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 23 | 25 | 24 MPG |
2021 Kia Sorento: engines & MPG
The 2021 Sorento was EPA-rated in 5 versions (1.6L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 24 to 37 MPG. Used 2021 models currently list for a median of $21,690 on VehiSales (465 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sorento Hybrid | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S6) | Regular | 39 | 35 | 37 MPG |
| Sorento FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 24 | 29 | 26 MPG |
| Sorento FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S8) | Regular | 22 | 29 | 25 MPG |
| Sorento AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM-S8) | Regular | 21 | 28 | 24 MPG |
| Sorento AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 23 | 25 | 24 MPG |
2020 Kia Sorento: engines & MPG
The 2020 Sorento was EPA-rated in 4 versions (2.4L 4-cyl, 3.3L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 25 MPG. Used 2020 models currently list for a median of $15,950 on VehiSales (735 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sorento FWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 22 | 29 | 25 MPG |
| Sorento AWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 21 | 26 | 23 MPG |
| Sorento FWD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 19 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| Sorento AWD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
2019 Kia Sorento: engines & MPG
The 2019 Sorento was EPA-rated in 4 versions (2.4L 4-cyl, 3.3L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 21 to 25 MPG. Used 2019 models currently list for a median of $14,599 on VehiSales (1,045 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sorento FWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 22 | 29 | 25 MPG |
| Sorento AWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 21 | 26 | 23 MPG |
| Sorento FWD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 19 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| Sorento AWD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 19 | 24 | 21 MPG |
2018 Kia Sorento: engines & MPG
The 2018 Sorento was EPA-rated in 7 versions (2.4L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl, 3.3L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 19 to 24 MPG. Used 2018 models currently list for a median of $12,750 on VehiSales (347 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sorento FWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 21 | 28 | 24 MPG |
| Sorento FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 20 | 27 | 23 MPG |
| Sorento AWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 21 | 25 | 22 MPG |
| Sorento AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 19 | 25 | 22 MPG |
| Sorento FE AWD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 18 | 25 | 21 MPG |
| Sorento FWD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 18 | 25 | 20 MPG |
| Sorento AWD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 17 | 23 | 19 MPG |
2017 Kia Sorento: engines & MPG
The 2017 Sorento was EPA-rated in 7 versions (2.4L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl, 3.3L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 19 to 24 MPG. Used 2017 models currently list for a median of $12,400 on VehiSales (491 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sorento FWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 21 | 28 | 24 MPG |
| Sorento FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 20 | 27 | 23 MPG |
| Sorento AWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 21 | 25 | 22 MPG |
| Sorento AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 19 | 25 | 22 MPG |
| Sorento FE AWD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 18 | 25 | 21 MPG |
| Sorento FWD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 18 | 25 | 20 MPG |
| Sorento AWD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 17 | 23 | 19 MPG |
2016 Kia Sorento: engines & MPG
The 2016 Sorento was EPA-rated in 7 versions (2.4L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl, 3.3L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 19 to 24 MPG. Used 2016 models currently list for a median of $10,995 on VehiSales (513 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sorento FWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 21 | 28 | 24 MPG |
| Sorento FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 20 | 27 | 23 MPG |
| Sorento AWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 21 | 25 | 22 MPG |
| Sorento FE AWD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 18 | 25 | 21 MPG |
| Sorento AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 19 | 25 | 21 MPG |
| Sorento FWD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 18 | 25 | 20 MPG |
| Sorento AWD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 17 | 23 | 19 MPG |
2015 Kia Sorento: engines & MPG
The 2015 Sorento was EPA-rated in 4 versions (2.4L 4-cyl, 3.3L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 23 MPG. Used 2015 models currently list for a median of $9,800 on VehiSales (179 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sorento FWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 20 | 27 | 23 MPG |
| Sorento FWD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 18 | 25 | 21 MPG |
| Sorento AWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 19 | 25 | 21 MPG |
| Sorento AWD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 18 | 23 | 20 MPG |
2014 Kia Sorento: engines & MPG
The 2014 Sorento was EPA-rated in 5 versions (2.4L 4-cyl, 3.3L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 22 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sorento 2WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 20 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| Sorento 4WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 19 | 24 | 21 MPG |
| Sorento 2WD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 18 | 25 | 21 MPG |
| Sorento 2WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 19 | 27 | 21 MPG |
| Sorento 4WD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 18 | 23 | 20 MPG |
2013 Kia Sorento: engines & MPG
The 2013 Sorento was EPA-rated in 7 versions (2.4L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 24 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sorento 2WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 21 | 28 | 24 MPG |
| Sorento 2WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 21 | 30 | 24 MPG |
| Sorento 4WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 21 | 26 | 23 MPG |
| Sorento 2WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 20 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| Sorento 4WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 20 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| Sorento 2WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 20 | 25 | 22 MPG |
| Sorento 4WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
2012 Kia Sorento: engines & MPG
The 2012 Sorento was EPA-rated in 7 versions (2.4L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 24 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sorento 2WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 21 | 30 | 24 MPG |
| Sorento 2WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 21 | 28 | 24 MPG |
| Sorento 4WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 21 | 26 | 23 MPG |
| Sorento 2WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 20 | 25 | 22 MPG |
| Sorento 4WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 20 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| Sorento 2WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 20 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| Sorento 4WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
2011 Kia Sorento: engines & MPG
The 2011 Sorento was EPA-rated in 5 versions (2.4L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 24 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sorento 2WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 21 | 28 | 24 MPG |
| Sorento 4WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 21 | 26 | 23 MPG |
| Sorento 2WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 20 | 25 | 22 MPG |
| Sorento 2WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 20 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| Sorento 4WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
2009 Kia Sorento: engines & MPG
The 2009 Sorento was EPA-rated in 4 versions (3.3L 6-cyl, 3.8L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 17 to 18 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sorento 2WD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 16 | 22 | 18 MPG |
| Sorento 4WD | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 15 | 20 | 17 MPG |
| Sorento 4WD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 15 | 22 | 17 MPG |
| Sorento 2WD | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 15 | 21 | 17 MPG |
2008 Kia Sorento: engines & MPG
The 2008 Sorento was EPA-rated in 4 versions (3.3L 6-cyl, 3.8L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 17 to 18 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sorento 2WD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 16 | 22 | 18 MPG |
| Sorento 2WD | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 15 | 21 | 17 MPG |
| Sorento 4WD | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 15 | 20 | 17 MPG |
| Sorento 4WD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 15 | 22 | 17 MPG |
2007 Kia Sorento: engines & MPG
The 2007 Sorento was EPA-rated in 4 versions (3.3L 6-cyl, 3.8L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 17 to 18 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sorento 2WD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 16 | 22 | 18 MPG |
| Sorento 2WD | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 15 | 21 | 17 MPG |
| Sorento 4WD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 15 | 22 | 17 MPG |
| Sorento 4WD | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 15 | 20 | 17 MPG |
2006 Kia Sorento: engines & MPG
The 2006 Sorento was EPA-rated in 4 versions (3.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 15 to 16 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sorento 2WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 14 | 20 | 16 MPG |
| Sorento 4WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 14 | 18 | 16 MPG |
| Sorento 2WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 15 | 19 | 16 MPG |
| Sorento 4WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 13 | 18 | 15 MPG |
2005 Kia Sorento: engines & MPG
The 2005 Sorento was EPA-rated in 4 versions (3.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 15 to 16 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sorento 4WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 14 | 18 | 16 MPG |
| Sorento 2WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 15 | 19 | 16 MPG |
| Sorento 2WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 14 | 20 | 16 MPG |
| Sorento 4WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 13 | 18 | 15 MPG |
2004 Kia Sorento: engines & MPG
The 2004 Sorento was EPA-rated in 4 versions (3.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 15 to 16 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sorento 2WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 14 | 18 | 16 MPG |
| Sorento 2WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 14 | 18 | 16 MPG |
| Sorento 4WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 14 | 18 | 15 MPG |
| Sorento 4WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 14 | 18 | 15 MPG |
2003 Kia Sorento: engines & MPG
The 2003 Sorento was EPA-rated in 2 versions (3.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy of 15 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sorento 4WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 13 | 17 | 15 MPG |
| Sorento 2WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 14 | 18 | 15 MPG |
Frequently asked questions
What MPG does a Kia Sorento get?
Depending on year and engine, EPA combined economy for the Sorento ranges from 15 to 37 MPG. The most efficient rated version is the 2026 model year.
What engines does the 2026 Kia Sorento have?
The 2026 Sorento was EPA-rated with 1.6L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl — see the 2026 table above for each version's exact city/highway figures.
Does the Kia Sorento require premium gas?
No — rated versions run on regular.
Is there a hybrid or electric Sorento?
Yes — the ratings above include hybrid versions; look for them in the per-year tables.
https://vehisales.com/research/fuel-economy/kia/sorento.
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