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Your vehicleHome›Kia›Sorento›2022› LX 2.5
2022 Kia Sorento

LX 2.5 AWD

Gas AWD MSRP $31,390Compare this trim against anything →

What the LX 2.5 adds over the LX 2.5 (+$1,800)

SpecLX 2.5LX 2.5
Curb weight (maximum)3794 lbs3935 lbs
Curb weight (minimum)3715 lbs3856 lbs
Gross vehicle weight rating5357 lbs5468 lbs
MPG (city)24 mpg23 mpg
MPG (combined)26 mpg24 mpg
MPG (highway)29 mpg25 mpg
Base MSRP (excludes destination)$29,590$31,390
Final drive ratio3.798:14.081:1

Specifications

Source: manufacturer press kit

Brakes

Front brake diameter325.1 mm
Front brake typeventilated disc
Rear brake diameter304.8 mm
Rear brake typeventilated disc

Cargo

Cargo volume behind 1st row75.5 cu-ft
Cargo volume behind 2nd row38.5 cu-ft
Cargo volume behind 3rd row12.6 cu-ft

Dimensions Exterior

Ground clearance6.9 in
Overall height66.7 in
Overall length189 in
Overall width74.8 in
Wheelbase110.8 in

Engine Basics

Aspirationnaturally aspirated
Cylinder count4
Engine displacement2497 cc
Fuel injection systemgdi mpi
Engine type (full description)2.5L 4-cylinder Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) engine
Valve configurationDOHC 16-Valve

Engine Output

Horsepower191 hp
Torque181 lb-ft

Fuel Economy

MPG (city)23 mpg
MPG (combined)24 mpg
MPG (highway)25 mpg

Fuel System

Fuel tank capacity17.7 gal

Headroom

Front headroom40.3 in
Second-row headroom39.1 in
Third-row headroom36.8 in

Legroom

Front legroom41.4 in
Second-row legroom41.7 in
Third-row legroom29.6 in

Pricing

Base MSRP (excludes destination)$31,390

Seating

Passenger seating capacity7

Shoulder Room

Front shoulder room59.1 in
Second-row shoulder room58.1 in
Third-row shoulder room53 in

Steering

Steering typeC-MDPS
Turning radius (curb-to-curb)19.0 ft

Suspension

Front suspension typeMcPherson Strut
Rear suspension typeMulti-Link

Tires

Tire size235/65R17

Transmission

Final drive ratio4.081:1
Transmission speeds8
Transmission typeautomatic

Weights

Curb weight (maximum)3935 lbs
Curb weight (minimum)3856 lbs
Gross vehicle weight rating5468 lbs

Wheels

Wheel diameter17 in
Wheel materialforged alloy
Wheel width7 in

Standard & optional equipment

Source: manufacturer press kit

Safety29 std · 0 opt

  • Forward Collision Avoidance Assist; Camera Type: Car and Pedestrian Detection
  • Lane Following Assist (LFA)
  • Dual front advanced airbags
  • Dual front seat-mounted side airbags
  • Full-length side curtain airbags
  • Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)

Infotainment7 std · 0 opt

  • 6 speakers (including 2 tweeters)
  • 8-inch Touchscreen Radio, Bluetooth, Wireless Android Auto/CarPlay, and Bluetooth Voice Recognition (DA 2.0)
  • Android Auto™
  • Apple CarPlay™
  • Auxiliary, USB and iPod audio input jacks
  • Bluetooth® wireless technology with voice recognition

Convenience5 std · 0 opt

  • Front and rear powered windows
  • Keyless Entry Remote Control with Burglar Alarm and Panic
  • Power outlet (rear floor console, luggage)
  • Power windows with driver's one-touch auto up/down and safety
  • Driver and Passenger's central door lock

Climate2 std · 0 opt

  • 2nd Row Air Vents
  • Manual air conditioning

Seating8 std · 0 opt

  • 2nd-row 60/40 split-folding seats
  • 6-way adjustable driver's seat with height adjuster
  • 3rd-row 50/50 split-folding seats
  • 4-way adjustable passenger's seat
  • Cloth seat trim
  • Up/down adjustable 2nd-row headrest

Interior18 std · 0 opt

  • 4.2-inch color TFT LCD supervision meter cluster
  • 2nd-row arm rest with cup holder
  • Assist Grips (x4)
  • Door pocket bottle holder
  • ECOMINDER indicator
  • Metal paint interior door handles

Exterior25 std · 0 opt

  • 17-inch alloy wheels
  • Acoustic Front Windshield
  • Black radiator grille frame
  • Black radiator grille mesh
  • Body-color outside door handles
  • Body-color outside mirrors

Powertrain6 std · 2 opt

  • All Wheel Drive (AWD) optional
  • Front Wheel Drive (FWD)
  • 2.5L Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) 4-cylinder engine
  • 8-speed automatic transmission
  • Drive Mode Select (Comfort, Sport, Eco, Smart Modes)
  • Idle Stop and Go (ISG)

Cargo2 std · 0 opt

  • Cargo net hook
  • Dual-level cargo floor

Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.

Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2022 Sorento. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.

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Common questions about the LX 2.5

Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kits

How much is the 2022 Kia Sorento LX 2.5?

The manufacturer lists $31,390 for the 2022 Kia Sorento LX 2.5. That is $1,800 above the LX 2.5, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.

What does the 2022 Kia Sorento LX 2.5 add over the LX 2.5?

Against the LX 2.5, 8 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.