Comparison - Kia Sorento SX 2021 - vs - Subaru Solterra Touring 2023

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Other Names:

Also called:

Kia Sorento R,Naza Sorento

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Make: 
Average Price: 
$
42,590
Updated: 
07 Dec 2020
$
51,995
Updated: 
19 Jun 2022
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
All Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Year: 
2021
2023
Total Seating: 
6
5
Transmission: 
8-speed dual-clutch
1-speed Direct Drive
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
17.70gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Aruba Stone
#8C9485
Crystal Beige
#C7B7A2
Glacial White Pearl
#E0DEE4
Sparkling Silver
#E3E4E8
Ebony Black
#343434
Everlasting Silver
#7C7C78
Gravity Gray
#61656A
Sapphire blue
#4F5866
Color: 
Harbor Mist Gray Pearl
#6F7784
Elemental Red Pearl
#B32432
Smoked Carbon
#6E6E6E
Cosmic White Pearl
#D9D9D9
Harbor Mist Gray Pearl Two-Tone
#6F7784
Elemental Red Pearl Two-Tone
#CC545F

Electric

Battery: 
72.8 kWh
Full Charge Range: 
222mi
Full Charge Time: 
11 Hrs Charge Time @ 220/240V
Top Speed: 
110mph
Seconds from 0 to 60mph: 
6.50s

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

The 2021 Kia Sorento crossover finds a new look but the same mission: it’s the smaller hauler compared to the Telluride.

PROS
Better style
Available hybrid powertrains
Bigger interior
Telluride’s looks

CONS
What’s with the door tooth?
Is the second row more comfortable?
Not appreciably bigger

By: 
thecarconnection.com

The all-new Sorento is expected to make its debut at the Geneva auto show in March. Disguised and undisguised spy photos and several official images of the Kia have given us a pretty good idea of what to expect from the redesigned mid-size crossover. Its boxier proportions and bolder styling mark a stark departure from the curvier and softer appearance of the current Sorento. The Korean automaker has also said that the next-gen model will ride on an all-new platform that helps make it bigger inside and out. It will also feature a hybrid powertrain as well as an eventual plug-in variant.

By: 
caranddriver.com

Pros
All-wheel drive is standard,
actually capable when the blacktop ends,
finally an EV option for Subie fans.

Cons
Not a lot of cargo space,
charging capability isn't particularly quick,
rivals offer more driving range.

By: 
caranddriver.com

Pros
Solid off-road capabilities
Comfortable, quiet ride

Cons
Shorter driving range than many rivals
Bland interior

By: 
usnews.com

Pros
More ground clearance than most EVs
Quiet and comfortable
Good feature content even on base models

Cons
Higher MSRP than base Forester or Ascent
No frunk
Elevated floor can be uncomfortable in the rear seat

By: 
motortrend.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Regular Unleaded
Electric
Fuel Economy City USA: 
21.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
28.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Electric

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
16
Cylinders: 
4
Inline
Engine Size/Displacement: 
2.50L
Torque: 
311ft-lbs
at 1 700rpm
249ft-lbs
Horsepower: 
281hp
at 5 800rpm
215hp
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
37.90Feet
36.70Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
yes
yes
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
yes
yes
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
yes
yes
Side view Camera: 
yes
yes
On steering wheel: 
Audio and cruise Controls On Steering Wheel
Multi-function steering wheel
More in Convenience: 
Bluetooth for connecting mobile devices
Electric, Column-Mounted Motor Driven Power Steering (C-MDPS)
Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel
Leather-Wrapped Gear Shift Handle
Keyless Ignition
Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry
Heated Steering Wheel
Heated Steering Wheel
Leather Steering Wheel
Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering
Automatic parking assist
Adaptive cruise control
Universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
189.00in
184.60in
Width: 
74.80in
73.20in
Height: 
70.30in
65.10in
Ground Clearance: 
8.20in
8.30in
Front Track: 
64.50in
63.10in
Rear Track: 
64.80in
63.40in
Wheel Base: 
110.80in
112.20in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
40.30
38.60
Rear Head Room: 
39.10
37.10
Front Leg Room: 
41.40in
42.10in
Rear leg room: 
41.70in
35.30in
Front Hip Room: 
55.60in
54.40in
Front Shoulder Room: 
59.10in
57.80in
Rear Hip Room: 
55.10in
44.80in
Rear Shoulder room: 
58.10in
56.00in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
75.50cu.ft
73.00cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
3500lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
12.60cu.ft
38.30cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
18.40degrees
Angle of Departure: 
23.30degrees
Curb Weight: 
4120.00lbs
4505.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
no
Compass: 
yes
yes
More Instruments: 
4.2-inch Trip Computer Display
odometer
Estimated range of remaining fuel
Odometer
Traction Battery Level,

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
Power Door Locks
Power Windows w/ Driver One-Touch Auto-Up/Down
Hands-Free Entry
Heated Mirrors
Power 1st Row Windows w/Front And Rear 1-Touch Up/Down
Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature
Remote keyless power door locks
Reverse tilt passenger only provides curb view when vehicle in reverse
Heated mirrors

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
Leather seats
8-Way Power-Adjustable Driver's Seat
2-Way Power Lumbar Support Driver's Seat
8-Way Power-Adjustable Passenger Seat
Heated Front Seats
Bucket Front Seats
Height Adjustable Passenger Seat
Ventilated Driver Seat
Ventilated Passenger Seat
Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat
Leatherette
Bucket front seats
8 -way power driver seat
Height adjustable driver seat
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
6 -way manual passenger seat adjustment
Height adjustable passenger seat
Multi-level heating driver seat
Multi-level heating passenger seat
Ventilated driver seat
Ventilated passenger seat
Rear Seats Features: 
Folding center armrest
2nd-Row Captain's Chairs
50/50 Split-Folding 2nd-Row Seats
One-Touch Sliding & Folding 2nd-Row Seats
Reclining 3rd-Row Seats w/ 50/50 Split-Folding
Rear Ventilation Ducts
Folding center armrest
60-40 Folding Bench Front Facing Heated Manual Reclining Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat
Rear ventilation ducts
Multi-level heating

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
MacPherson Struts
Strut
Rear Suspension: 
Independent, Multi-link
Double Wishbone
Suspension Info: 
Stabilizer Bar
Four-wheel independent suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Rear Air Conditioning Vents
Dual-Zone Automatic Temperature Control
Dual Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirrors
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
Digital inside rearview mirror
Turn signal in mirrors

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
10.25-inch Touch-Screen
Navigation
Wireless connectivity included with 8.0-inch Touch-Screen.
Bluetooth® Wireless Technology, Hands-Free Phone and Audio Streaming
6 Speaker AM/FM/HD Radio Audio System
USB Data Port, Front Console
USB Charging Outlet, Front Console (2),2nd Row (3),3rd Row (2)
12-Volt Power Outlet, Front Console
3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
Bose Premium Brand Speakers
1 Subwoofer(S)
12.3" Multimedia System
11 speaker system w/576 watt equivalent maximum output amplifier
multi-touch gesture high resolution display screen
Subaru Solterra Connect intelligent assistant includes dual-zone voice control system w/driver and passenger headliner microphone
steering wheel talk switch,
steering wheel control switches for audio system and Bluetooth, USB A input/charge port and illuminated dual USB C input/charge port
2 LCD Monitors In The Front
Turn-By-Turn Navigation Directions
4 Months of provided satellite radio service
1 subwoofer(s)
576 watts stereo output

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
yes
no
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
Sport Body Styling
Front Grille, Gloss Black
Roof Rails, Low Profile Gloss Black
Outside Mirrors, Power-Adjustable and Heated
Locking Fuel-Filler Door
Variable Intermittent Windshield Wipers
Shark Fin Antenna
Sound-Absorbing Front Windshield
Privacy Glass
Roof Rack Rails
Lip Spoiler
Black Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Power Folding and Turn Signal Indicator
Fixed Rear Window w/Defroster
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
20 X 8.5 In.
20 X 7.5
Wheels more: 
Inside Mounted Spare Tire
Tire Mobility Kit
Null Tires
Temporary Spare Tire
All season tires
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
255.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
45
Diameter: 
R20
Width: 
235.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
50
Diameter: 
R20

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Ventilated disc
Front disc brakes
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
Solid Disc
Rear disc brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Hill Start Assist
Descent Assist System
Safe Exit Assist (SEA) w/ Power Rear Child-Safety Door Locks
Rear Occupant Alert (ROA)
Parking Distance Warning (PDW), Reverse
Rear Cross-Traffic Collision- Avoidance Assist (RCCA)
Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA) w/ Parallel Exit Assist
Lane Following Assist (LFA)
Lane Keeping Assist (LKA)
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
Driver Attention Warning (DAW) with Leading Vehicle Departure Alert
LED Headlamp
Post-Collision Safety System
Pre-Collision Safety System
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Lane Tracing Assist
Side Impact Beams
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) Blind Spot
Lane Departure Prevention Lane Keeping Assist
Lane Departure Prevention Lane Departure Warning
Collision Mitigation-Front
Evasion Assist
EyeSight Pre-Collision Braking w/Intersection Collision Avoidance Support
Aerial View Camera System
Collision Mitigation-Rear
Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners
4-wheel ABS
Self-leveling headlights
LED headlamp
Turn signal mirrors
Rear center 3-point belt
Remote anti-theft alarm system

Options

Packages: 
X-Line SX Prestige Rust Color Package
Exterior Options: 
Cross Bars X-Line
Mud Guards
Illuminated Scuff Plates
Wheel Locks
Rear Bumper Protector
Side Step Bars
Transverse Panels, Illuminated
Tow Hitch PnP
Door Edge Guards - Elemental Red Pearl
Accessory Activity Mount
Door Edge Guards - Smoked Carbon
Door Edge Guards - Cosmic White Pearl
Door Edge Guards - Harbor Mist Gray Pearl
Door Edge Guards - Galactic Black
Interior Options: 
Interior Lighting Kit
Carpeted Floor Mats
Cargo Cover
Cargo Net
EC Mirror W/HomeLink
Rear Seat Entertainment
Cargo Tray, Folding
Cargo Mat, Carpeted W/Seatback Protection
All-Weather Floor Liners
Cargo Tray
Cargo Net

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Black, leather
#212121
Rust, leather
#B17B52
Color: 
Black, leatherette
#000000
Gray/Blue, leatherette
#BFBFBF