Comparison - Kia Sorento PHEV 2022 - vs - Subaru Ascent Premium 2021

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Kia Sorento SX PHEV 2022

General

Other Names:

Also called:

Kia Sorento R,Naza Sorento

Also called:

Viziv-7

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Make:

Model:

Average Price:

44,990

Updated:

19 Aug 2021

34,795

Updated:

25 Aug 2019

Car Type:

SUV

Drive Type:

All Wheel Drive

Year:

2022

2021

Total Seating:

Transmission:

6-speed Automatic

Continuously Variable-speed Automatic

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

yes

Doors:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

17.70gals

19.30gals

Exterior Colors:

Color:

Silky Silver

#D7D7D7

Aurora Black Pearl

#141414

Runway Red

#F21A27

Gravity Blue

#273A5B

Snow White Pearl

#FFFFFF

Steel Gray

#ADB0B3

Platinum Graphite

#61656A

Color:

Abyss Blue Pearl

#2E496D

Crystal White Pearl

#F8F9F9

Crystal Black Silica

#0D0D0B

Magnetite Gray Metallic

#5B5E64

Ice Silver Metallic

#DFDFDF

Crimson Red Pearl

#710E18

Cinnamon Brown Pearl

#392922

Brilliant Bronze Metallic

#857C78

Electric

Full Charge Time:

3.4 hr. EPA Time To Charge Battery (At 240V)

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews:

All-new plug-in hybrid model

Pros
Impressive number of standard and optional features
Lots of second- and third-row legroom for the class
Sharp-looking and easy-to-use infotainment system

Cons
Not as compact as the last-generation Sorento

By:

edmunds.com

A plug-in-hybrid model joins the Sorento lineup for the 2022 model year. Its powertrain combines a turbocharged four-cylinder and six-speed automatic transmission with an electric motor for a total system output of 261 horsepower. All-wheel drive is standard, and Kia claims the plug-in Sorento has a combined fuel-economy rating of 79 MPGe and an electric-only range of 32 miles. While we don't know how much the PHEV variant will cost, we know it'll be offered in two top-tier trims: SX and SX-P.

Pros
Looks classy and rugged inside and out,
lots of powertrain options,
pleasant to drive,
and comfy to ride in.

Cons
Adults should avoid the third row,
bigger touchscreen skips wireless smartphone mirroring,
cargo space can be compromised.

By:

caranddriver.com

The 2021 Subaru Ascent's #13 ranking is based on its score within the Midsize SUVs category. Currently the Subaru Ascent has a score of 7.7 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 30 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Roomy seating
Spacious cargo area
Generous standard features list
Standard all-wheel drive

Cons
Below-average predicted reliability rating

By:

usnews.com

Subaru's EyeSight suite of advanced driver aids now includes adaptive cruise control and lane keeping assist.Steering-responsive LED headlights are now standard.A second- and third-row seat-belt reminder is now standard.

PROS
Substantial list of standard and optional driving aids
High-quality interior materials
Generous ground clearance and standard all-wheel drive
Easy-to-use infotainment system

CONS
Accelerator pedal is too touchy
Invasive engine and tire noise
Not much second-row shoulder room, and third row is tight
Rolling over bumps at higher speeds sends vibrations through the cabin

By:

edmunds.com

The latest Ascent receives a handful of new standard features for 2021. These include LED headlights that turn with the steering wheel as well as automatic high-beams. The Touring model also adds another leather upholstery option: Slate Black with silver stitching. And as if the Ascent's incessant beeping notifications weren't annoying enough, all models now have a seat-belt chime that's meant to remind second- and third-row passengers to buckle up.

Pros
Flexible seating configurations,
cushy ride quality,
every model comes with driver assists.

Cons
Apathetic passing power,
noisy engine during hard acceleration,
third row smaller than some rivals.

By:

caranddriver.com

Fuel

Fuel Type:

Premium Unleaded

Regular Unleaded

Fuel Economy City USA:

35.00mpg

21.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

33.00mpg

27.00mpg

Engine type:

Hybrid

Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

inline

Flat

Engine Size/Displacement:

1.60L

2.40L

Torque:

258ft-lbs

277ft-lbs

at 2 000rpm

Horsepower:

261hp

260hp

at 5 600rpm

Cam Type:

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Turning Circle:

37.90Feet

38.00Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control:

yes

Door Pockets:

yes

Cupholders:

yes

Overhead console:

yes

Seatback Storage:

yes

Power Steering:

yes

Parking sensors:

yes

Steering Wheel Tilt:

yes

Telescopic steering wheel:

yes

Rear View Camera:

yes

Front view Camera:

Side view Camera:

On steering wheel:

Audio And Cruise Controls On Steering Wheel

Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length:

189.40in

196.80in

Width:

74.80in

76.00in

Height:

66.70in

71.60in

Ground Clearance:

6.90in

8.70in

Front Track:

64.40in

Rear Track:

64.20in

Wheel Base:

110.80in

113.80in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

40.30

41.30

Rear Head Room:

39.10

40.00

Front Leg Room:

41.40in

42.20in

Rear leg room:

40.30in

38.60in

Front Hip Room:

55.60in

57.70in

Front Shoulder Room:

59.10in

61.10in

Rear Hip Room:

55.10in

57.50in

Rear Shoulder room:

58.10in

60.30in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

75.50cu.ft

86.50cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

5000lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

12.60cu.ft

17.80cu.ft

Angle of Approach:

16.80degrees

17.60degrees

Angle of Departure:

21.30degrees

21.80degrees

Curb Weight:

4537.00lbs

4477.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display:

yes

Clock:

yes

Trip computer:

yes

Techometer:

yes

Compass:

yes

Power Features

Power windows:

yes

Remote Keyless doors:

yes

More Power Features:

4 One-Touch Power Windows

Hands-Free Entry

Heated Mirrors

2 One-Touch Power Windows

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible:

yes

Front Seats Features:

8 -Way Power Driver Seat

8 -Way Power Passenger Seat

Bucket Front Seats

Height Adjustable Driver Seat

Height Adjustable Passenger Seat

Leatherette

Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat

Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat

Height adjustable driver seat

Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat

4 -Way Manual Passenger Seat Adjustment

Cloth

8 -Way Power Driver Seat

Bucket Front Seats

Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat

Rear Seats Features:

Folding Rear Seatback

Manual Folding Split-Bench Third Row Seats

Rear Ventilation Ducts

Reclining Rear Seats

Folding center armrest

Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control

Split-Folding Rear Seatback

Manual Folding Split-Bench Third Row Seats

Suspension

Front Suspension:

Front Stabilizer Bar

Front stabilizer bar

Rear Suspension:

Rear Stabilizer Bar

rear stabilizer bar

Suspension Info:

Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration:

yes

Climate Control:

yes

More Comfort Features:

Turn Signal In Mirrors

Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Dual Zone Front Climate Control

Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Three Zone Climate Control

Entertainment

DVD player:

AM/FM Radio:

yes

Satellite radio:

yes

Video monitor:

More Entertainment:

3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

6 Total Speakers

USB Connection

USB With External Media Control

USB Connection

Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control

6 Total Speakers

4 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

Exterior Features

Sunroof:

yes

Rear defogger:

yes

Safety Features

ABS:

yes

Front head airbags:

yes

Rear head airbags:

yes

Dual front side-mounted airbags:

yes

Emergency braking assist:

yes

Traction control:

yes

Child seat anchors:

yes

Front brakes:

Ventilated Front Disc

Front Ventilated Disc Brakes

Stability control:

yes

Rear brakes:

Solid Rear Disc Brakes

Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes

Rear door child safety locks:

yes

Daytime running lights:

yes

Engine immobilizer:

yes

Front fog lights:

yes

Dusk sensing headlamps:

yes

Auto delay off headlamps:

yes

Front headrests:

yes

Rear headrests:

yes

Tire pressure monitoring:

yes

More Safety Features:

LED Headlamp

Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Post-Collision Safety System

Pre-Collision Safety System

Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System

4-Wheel ABS

Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation

Rear Height Adjustable Headrests

Turn Signal Mirrors

Rear Height Adjustable Headrests

Post-Collision Safety System

Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System

Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Pre-Collision Safety System

Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation

Rear Center 3-Point Belt

4 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

Options

Packages:

Panoramic Sunroof Package

Popular Package #2A

Popular Package #4

8-Passenger Sport Package

Popular Package #2

Convenience Package

Popular Package #1

7-Passenger Sport Package

8-Passenger Convenience Package

Standard Model

7-Passenger Convenience Package

Exterior Options:

Mud Guards

Cross Bars

Bumper Applique Texture

Tow Hitch

Wheel Locks

Illuminated Scuff Plates

Side Step Bars

Body Side Molding - Cinnamon Brown Pearl

Body Side Molding - Abyss Blue Pearl

Splash Guards

Fog Light Kit

Aero Crossbar Set

Trailer Hitch

Door Edge Guards - Brilliant Bronze Metallic

Body Side Molding - Crimson Red Pearl

Exterior Interior HL Mirrors

Body Side Molding - Ice Silver Metallic

Body Side Molding - Crystal White Pearl

Alloy Wheel Locks

Door Edge Guards - Magnetite Gray Metallic

Door Edge Guards - Crystal Black Silica

Body Side Molding - Magnetite Gray Metallic

Door Edge Guards - Crystal White Pearl

Door Edge Guards - Crimson Red Pearl

Door Edge Guards - Ice Silver Metallic

Door Scuff Protector

Black Wheel Lug Nut And Lock Set

Rear Bumper Cover

Body Side Molding Crystal Black Silica

Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirror W/Approach Light

Door Edge Guards - Abyss Blue Pearl

Door Edge Guards - Cinnamon Brown Pearl

Exterior Interior Auto Mirrors

Interior Options:

Interior Lighting Kit

EC Mirror W/HomeLink

Cargo Tray, Folding

Cargo Mat, Carpeted W/Seatback Protection

Cargo Net, Hybrid

Cargo Cover

Carpeted Floor Mats

Cargo Net

Rear Seat Entertainment

Auto-Dimming Mirror W/Compass And Homelink

Cupholder Insert

Cargo Net

Rockford Fosgate Audio Upgrade

Cargo Cover

LED Upgrade - Map And Reading Lights

Rear Seatback Protector - 3rd Row Bench

USB Charging Ports

Auto-Dimming Mirror W/Compass

Windshield Sunshade

Footwell Illumination Kit

Cargo Tray

Side Sill Plate

Cargo Separator

All-Weather Floor Liners

3rd Row Sunshade

Colors

Interior Colors:

Color:

Gray , leatherette

#A19F9D

Black, leatherette

#262627

Color:

Slate Black Cloth

#424243

Warm Ivory Cloth

#D0BBA6

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Comparison - Kia Sorento PHEV 2022 - vs - Subaru Ascent Premium 2021

General

Also called:

Kia Sorento R,Naza Sorento

Also called:

Viziv-7

Electric

Expert Reviews

Fuel

Engine and Performance

Convenience

Exterior Dimensions

Interior Dimensions

Weights and capacites

Instruments

Power Features

Seats

Suspension

Comfort

Entertainment

Exterior Features

Safety Features

Options

Colors

Comparisons