S FWD
What the S adds over the LX (+$2,500)
| Spec | LX | S |
|---|---|---|
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $30,390 | $32,890 |
| Tire size | 235/65R17 | 235/60R18 |
| Wheel diameter | 17 in | 18 in |
| Wheel width | 7 in | 7.5 in |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 10-way power adjustable driver's seat with 2-way power lumbar support, 10.25-inch Touchscreen Navigation, Radio, Satellite Radio, UVO telematics, Android Auto/CarPlay, and Voice Recognition (AVN 5.0 Wide), 18-inch alloy wheels, Black Chrome DLO surround, Dual zone automatic temperature control, GT-Line bumper design with Gloss Black Accents, Gloss Black Lower Door Cladding and Wheel Arch Molding, Gloss Black radiator grille frame, Gloss Black roof rails, Gloss black outside mirrors, Gloss black radiator grille mesh, Heated front seats with 3 settings, Leather wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, Parking Distance Warning - Reverse (PDW-R) with off switch, Premium Leatherette seat trim, Premium front seatback pockets, Push-button start with Smart Key and remote start button on key fob, Rear liftgate-mounted spoiler with Gloss black finish, Shark fin antenna, Wireless phone charger
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 325.1 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 304.8 mm |
| Rear brake type | ventilated disc |
| Parking brake type | Manual foot-activated |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 75.5 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 38.5 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 3rd row | 12.6 cu-ft |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 6.9 in |
| Overall height | 66.7 in |
| Overall length | 189 in |
| Overall width | 74.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 110.8 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 2497 cc |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.5L 4-cylinder Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) engine |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 191 hp |
| Torque | 181 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 24 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 26 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 29 mpg |
Fuel System
| Fuel tank capacity | 17.7 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 40.3 in |
| Second-row headroom | 39.1 in |
| Third-row headroom | 36.8 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 41.4 in |
| Second-row legroom | 41.7 in |
| Third-row legroom | 29.6 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $32,890 |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 7 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 59.1 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 58.1 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 53 in |
Steering
| Steering type | C-MDPS |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 19.0 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | McPherson Strut |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-Link |
Tires
| Tire size | 235/60R18 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.798:1 |
| Transmission speeds | 8 |
| Transmission type | automatic hybrid |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3794 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3715 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 5357 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 18 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | 7.5 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety26 std · 0 opt
- Forward Collision Avoidance Assist; Fusion Type: Car, Pedestrian and Cyclist
- Lane Following Assist (LFA)
- Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist (RCCA)
- Dual front advanced airbags
- Dual front seat-mounted side airbags
- Full-length side curtain airbags
- Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
- Lane Keep Assist System (LKAS)
- Rear view camera with dynamic guidelines
- Downhill Brake Control (DBC)
- Driver Attention Warning (DAW)
- Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)
- Parking Distance Warning - Reverse (PDW-R) with off switch
- Safe Exit Assist (SEA)
- 4-wheel Antilock Brakes System (ABS)
- Blind-Spot Collision Avoidance Assist - Rear (BCA-R) and Parallel Exit
- Cruise Control (Conventional)
- Driver's knee airbag
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
- Forward Collision Avoidance Assist; Camera Type: Car and Pedestrian Detection
- High Beam Assist (HBA)
- Hill-start Assist Control (HAC)
- Intelligent Speed Limit Assist (ISLA)
- Manual foot-activated parking brake
- Rear Occupant Alert with sensor (ROA)
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) High-Line
Infotainment9 std · 0 opt
- 10.25-inch Touchscreen Navigation, Radio, Satellite Radio, UVO telematics, Android Auto/CarPlay, and Voice Recognition (AVN 5.0 Wide)
- 6 speakers (including 2 tweeters)
- Android Auto™
- Apple CarPlay™
- Auxiliary, USB and iPod audio input jacks
- Bluetooth® wireless technology with voice recognition
- Standard sound system
- Steering wheel audio controls
- Wireless phone charger
Convenience5 std · 0 opt
- Push-button start with Smart Key and remote start button on key fob
- 12V Power outlet (rear floor console, luggage)
- Manual Tailgate
- Driver and Passenger's central door lock
- Power windows with driver's one-touch auto up/down and safety
Climate2 std · 0 opt
- 2nd Row Air Vents
- Dual zone automatic temperature control
Seating6 std · 0 opt
- 10-way power adjustable driver's seat with 2-way power lumbar support
- 2nd-row 60/40 split-folding seats
- Heated front seats with 3 settings
- 3rd-row 50/50 split-folding seats
- 4-way adjustable passenger's seat
- Premium Leatherette seat trim
Interior15 std · 0 opt
- 4.3-inch color TFT LCD supervision meter cluster
- 2nd-row arm rest with cup holder
- Door pocket bottle holder
- Dual-level cargo floor
- Front console with center armrest, cup holders and storage box
- Leather wrapped steering wheel and shift knob
- Luggage area: net hook
- Metal paint interior door handles
- Overhead console, room lamp and cargo lamp
- Premium front seatback pockets
- Rear center armrest with dual cup holders
- Tilt and telescopic steering column
- Day and night rear-view mirror
- Dual sunvisor, sliding with vanity mirrors
- Front and rear side door pockets
Exterior27 std · 5 opt
- Panoramic sunroof with power shade optional
- 18-inch alloy wheels
- Acoustic Front Windshield
- Black Chrome DLO surround
- Body-color outside door handles
- Front variable intermittent windshield wipers
- GT-Line bumper design with Gloss Black Accents
- Gloss Black Lower Door Cladding and Wheel Arch Molding
- Gloss Black radiator grille frame
- Gloss Black roof rails
- Gloss black outside mirrors
- Gloss black radiator grille mesh
- Heated outside mirrors
- Hidden black single exhaust
- LED multi-reflection headlamps with LED Low Beams and Halogen High Beams
- LED positioning headlamps
- LED side mirror repeater lamps
- Power adjustable outside mirrors with integrated LED Turn Signals
- Privacy Rear Windows and Tailgate Glass
- Rear combination lamps
- Rear liftgate-mounted spoiler with Gloss black finish
- Shark fin antenna
- Tailgate glass heater with timer
- Tinted Front Door Windows and Windshield
- Dark Hyper Silver radiator grille mesh optional
- Matte Black Lower Door Cladding and Wheel Arch Molding optional
- Matte and Gloss Black Bridge-Type Roof Rack optional
- Rugged bumper design with Dark Hypersilver Molded-In Skid Plates optional
- Auto light control
- Solar Front Door Windows and Windshield
- LED High Mounted Stop Lamp
- Temporary spare tire
Powertrain7 std · 1 opt
- 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)
- Emissions: ULEV (50-state compliant)
- Idle Stop and Go (ISG)
- Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS)
- Drive Mode Select (Comfort, Sport, Eco, Smart, Snow Modes) optional
Chassis1 std · 0 opt
- MacPherson front suspension and Multi-link rear suspension
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2023 Sorento. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the S
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2023 Kia Sorento S?
The manufacturer lists $32,890 for the 2023 Kia Sorento S. That is $2,500 above the LX, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2023 Kia Sorento S add over the LX?
Against the LX, 20 features become standard that the LX does not and 4 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.