2023 Kia Sorento Specs & Performance
If you’re in the market for a small SUV that has a solid engine, then the 2023 Kia Sorento is one of the vehicles you’ll want to check out. The vehicle comes equipped with a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine that can produce 191 horsepower while its turbocharged variant can go as much as 281. These engines are matched to an 8-speed automatic transmission that provides a hefty thrust, firm braking, and decent handling.
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2023 Kia SorentoLX
- Engine: 2.5-Liter 4-Cylinder
- Transmission: 8-Speed Automatic Transmission
- Performance: 191 horsepower @ 6,100 rpm 181 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm
- Fuel Economy: 24/29/26 MPG (front-wheel drive) 23/25/24 MPG (all-wheel drive) 2023 EPA-estimated mileage. Actual mileage will vary.
2023 Kia SorentoS
- Engine: 2.5-Liter 4-Cylinder
- Transmission: 8-Speed Automatic Transmission
- Performance: 191 horsepower @ 6,100 rpm 181 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm
- Fuel Economy: 24/29/26 MPG (front-wheel drive) 23/25/24 MPG (all-wheel drive) 2023 EPA-estimated mileage. Actual mileage will vary.
2023 Kia SorentoX-Line S AWD
- Engine: 2.5-Liter 4-Cylinder
- Transmission: 8-Speed Automatic Transmission
- Performance: 191 horsepower @ 6,100 rpm 181 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm
- Fuel Economy: 23/25/24 MPG (all-wheel drive) 2023 EPA-estimated mileage. Actual mileage will vary.
2023 Kia SorentoEX
- Engine: 2.5-Liter Turbocharged 4-Cylinder
- Transmission: 8-Speed Dual-Clutch (Wet Type)
- Performance: 281 horsepower @ 5,800 rpm 311 lb-ft @ 1,700-4,000 rpm
- Fuel Economy: 22/29/25 MPG 2023 EPA-estimated mileage. Actual mileage will vary.
2023 Kia SorentoX-Line EX AWD
- Engine: 2.5-Liter Turbocharged 4-Cylinder
- Transmission: 8-Speed Dual-Clutch (Wet Type)
- Performance: 281 horsepower @ 5,800 rpm 311 lb-ft @ 1,700-4,000 rpm
- Fuel Economy: 21/28/24 MPG 2023 EPA-estimated mileage. Actual mileage will vary.
2023 Kia SorentoSX
- Engine: 2.5-Liter Turbocharged 4-Cylinder
- Transmission: 8-Speed Dual-Clutch (Wet Type)
- Performance: 281 horsepower @ 5,800 rpm 311 lb-ft @ 1,700-4,000 rpm
- Fuel Economy: 22/29/25 MPG (front-wheel drive) 21/28/24 MPG (all-wheel drive) 2023 EPA-estimated mileage. Actual mileage will vary.
2023 Kia SorentoSX Prestige AWD
- Engine: 2.5-Liter Turbocharged 4-Cylinder
- Transmission: 8-Speed Dual-Clutch (Wet Type)
- Performance: 281 horsepower @ 5,800 rpm 311 lb-ft @ 1,700-4,000 rpm
- Fuel Economy: 21/28/24 MPG (all-wheel drive) 2023 EPA-estimated mileage. Actual mileage will vary.
2023 Kia SorentoX-Line SX Prestige AWD
- Engine: 2.5-Liter Turbocharged 4-Cylinder
- Transmission: 8-Speed Dual-Clutch (Wet Type)
- Performance: 281 horsepower @ 5,800 rpm 311 lb-ft @ 1,700-4,000 rpm
- Fuel Economy: 21/28/24 MPG (all-wheel drive) 2023 EPA-estimated mileage. Actual mileage will vary.
2023 Kia Sorento Interior & Tech
When looking at the inside of the 2023 Kia Sorento, you’ll find that it uses luxurious materials that make up its quality interior. There are stitched surfaces on the door panels and seat inserts that provide additional elegance to its already aesthetic look. Meanwhile, rhombus-shaped air vents further add to its interior appeal. The dashboard can have a 10.3-inch infotainment system as well as a 12.-3 inch digital gauge cluster.
- 12-Speaker Bose Sound System
- Wireless Charging Pad
- Rear-Seat Entertainment System
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- SiriusXM Satellite Radio
- Voice Recognition
2023 Kia Sorento Safety Ratings
With regards to safety, the 2023 Kia Sorento has both optional and standard driver-assistance tech available. Lane-departure warning comes as a standard in the vehicle along with lane-keeping assist and forward-collision warning. More information about Kia’s crash-test results are available at the NHTSA website.
- Blind-Spot View Monitor
- Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist
- Highway Driving Assist
- Intelligent Speed Limit Assist
- Park Distance Warning -Rear and Front
- Surround View Monitor
More about the 2023 Kia Sorento
Just like most Kia vehicles, the 2023 Sorento comes well-equipped and well-built to match others in its class. The details the designers added along with premium touches on the inside and outside make it an amazing vehicle to have. Although the top models can be a bit pricey, they still provide decent value if you have the capacity to purchase them.
Meanwhile, trims that have the turbocharged engine can bring out the best from the Kia Sorento. Its impressive performance along with its smooth drive makes it ideal as a small SUV. One of the most common comparisons you’ll hear is that the Sorento is like the smaller brother of the popular Telluride.
Test Drive the All-New 2023 Kia Sorento
Would you like to give the latest Kia Sorento a go? Then contact our customer service team today to schedule a test drive. Our crew at Kia of Lumberton will be more than happy to accommodate you throughout your buying journey.
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