EX FWD
What the EX adds over the LX (+$6,100)
| Spec | LX | EX |
|---|---|---|
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3814 lbs | 3975 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3814 lbs | 3898 lbs |
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated | twin turbo |
| Horsepower | 191 hp | 281 hp |
| Torque | 195.2 lb-ft | 311.6 lb-ft |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.5L 4-cylinder Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) engine | 2.5L 4-cylinder turbocharged Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) engine |
| MPG (city) | 23 mpg | 20 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 26 mpg | 23 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 31 mpg | 29 mpg |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $31,990 | $38,090 |
| Passenger seating capacity | 7 | 6 |
| Tire size | 235/65R17 | 235/60R18 |
| Final drive ratio | 3.798:1 (FWD) | 4.846:1 (1st) / 3.316:1 (2nd) |
| Transmission type | automatic | dct |
| Wheel diameter | 17 in | 18 in |
| Wheel width | 7 in | 7.5 in |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 1.6L Turbocharged Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) Hybrid 4-cylinder engine, 10-way power adjustable passenger's seat with 2-way power lumbar support, 10.25-inch Touchscreen Navigation, Radio, Satellite Radio, UVO telematics, Android Auto/CarPlay, and Voice Recognition, 115V inverter (accommodates laptop power cords, household electronics), 12-speakers (including center speaker and external amplifier), 12.3-inch color TFT reconfigurable display, 14-way power adjustable driver's seat with 4-way power lumbar and 2-way power adjustable thigh extension, 19-inch alloy, Machine Finished wheels, 2-way power lumbar support, 2nd and 3rd Row Air Vents, 2nd row captain's chairs, 3-point seat belts, 4-way power lumbar, 6-speed automatic transmission, Acoustic Front Windshield, Assist Grips (x4), Auto light control, Black and chrome coating grille, Black with Chrome accent lower door garnish and wheel arch molding treatment, Blind Spot Collision Avoidance (BCA) with Parallel Exit, Body-color outside door handles with chrome trim, Bose surround sound audio system, Cargo net hook, Chrome coated interior door handles, Digital Key 2.0 Advanced, Drive Mode Select (Comfort, Sport, Eco, Smart, Snow Modes), Dual sunvisor, sliding with vanity mirrors and driver's ticket holder, Dual zone automatic temperature control, ECOMINDER indicator, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Evasive Steering Assist, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Lane Change Oncoming, Lane Change Side and Junction Crossing, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Lane Change Oncoming, Lane Change Side and Junction Crossing, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Lane Change Oncoming, Lane Change Side and Junction Crossing, Front and rear powered windows, Front seat-belt pretensioners, Genuine perforated leather with embossed bolsters, Gloss black radiator grille mesh, Heated front seats with 3 settings, Heated outside mirrors, Heated rear seats
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 |
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 | 189.6 in |
| Overall width | 74.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 110.8 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | twin turbo |
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 2497 cc |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.5L 4-cylinder turbocharged Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) engine |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 281 hp |
| Torque | 311.6 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 20 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 23 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) | $38,090 |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 6 |
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 | 4.846:1 (1st) / 3.316:1 (2nd) |
| Transmission speeds | 8 |
| Transmission type | dct |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3975 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3898 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 kitSafety35 std · 0 opt
- Blind Spot Collision Warning (BCW) with Parallel Exit
- Forward Collision Avoidance Assist (FCA): Fusion type, car, pedestrian and cyclist with Junction Assist
- Highway Driving Assist 2 (HDA2) (Includes Automatic Lane Change and Smart Cruise Control with Machine Learning)
- Forward Collision Avoidance Assist –Junction Turning (FCA-JT)
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Lane Change Oncoming, Lane Change Side and Junction Crossing
- Lane Following Assist (LFA)
- Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist (RCCA)
- Surround View Monitor (SVM) and Blind View Monitor (BVM)
- Dual front advanced airbags
- Dual front seat-mounted side airbags
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Evasive Steering Assist
- Full-length side curtain airbags
- Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)
- Lane Keep Assist System (LKAS)
- Parking Collision Avoidance Assist – Rear (PCA-R)
- Rear view camera
- Downhill Brake Control (DBC)
- Driver Attention Warning, Including Lead Vehicle Departure Alert (DAW)
- Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)
- Parking Distance Warning – Forward & Reverse & Side (PDW-F & R) with off switch & PDW-S
- Parking Distance Warning – Forward & Reverse (PDW-F & R) with off switch
- Safe Exit Assist (SEA)
- 3-point seat belts
- Blind Spot Collision Avoidance (BCA) with Parallel Exit
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
- Front seat-belt pretensioners
- Height-adjustable front seat-belt anchors
- High Beam Assist (HBA)
- Hill-start Assist Control (HAC)
- Impact sensing door unlock
- Intelligent Speed Limit Assist (ISLA)
- Park range door unlock
- Rear Occupant Alert with ultrasonic sensors (ROA)
- Speed sensing door lock
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) High-Line
Infotainment10 std · 0 opt
- 10.25-inch Touchscreen Navigation, Radio, Satellite Radio, UVO telematics, Android Auto/CarPlay, and Voice Recognition
- 12-speakers (including center speaker and external amplifier)
- Android Auto™
- Apple CarPlay™
- Auxiliary, USB and iPod audio input jacks
- Bluetooth® wireless technology with voice recognition
- Bose surround sound audio system
- Paddle shifters
- Steering wheel mounted audio controls
- Wireless phone charger
Convenience9 std · 0 opt
- Smart Power Tailgate with Auto Close
- Digital Key 2.0 Advanced
- Push-button start with Smart Key and remote start button on key fob
- 115V inverter (accommodates laptop power cords, household electronics)
- Front and rear powered windows
- Keyless Entry Remote Control with Burglar Alarm and Panic
- Power outlet (center fascia, rear floor console, luggage)
- Power windows with Driver's, Passenger and 2nd row auto up/down and safety
- Driver and Passenger's central door lock
Climate2 std · 0 opt
- 2nd and 3rd Row Air Vents
- Dual zone automatic temperature control
Seating14 std · 0 opt
- 2nd row captain's chairs
- Heated front seats with 3 settings
- Ventilated front seats with 3 settings
- Heated rear seats
- Integrated Memory System (IMS)
- 4-way power lumbar
- 10-way power adjustable passenger's seat with 2-way power lumbar support
- 14-way power adjustable driver's seat with 4-way power lumbar and 2-way power adjustable thigh extension
- 2-way power lumbar support
- 3rd-row 50/50 split-folding seats
- Genuine perforated leather with embossed bolsters
- Up/down adjustable 2nd-row headrest
- Up/down adjustable 3rd-row headrest
- Up/down adjustable front-row headrest
Interior22 std · 0 opt
- Heated steering wheel
- Inside rearview mirror: Full Display Screen and Homelink
- Inside rearview mirror: electrochromic (auto day/night) and Homelink
- 12.3-inch color TFT reconfigurable display
- Assist Grips (x4)
- Cargo net hook
- Chrome coated interior door handles
- Dual-level cargo floor
- ECOMINDER indicator
- Leather wrapped steering wheel and shift knob
- Rear door sun shades, retractable
- SX-Prestige Dust Blue Interior Color Package
- Satin Chrome interior door handles
- Tilt and telescopic steering column
- Floor console with center armrest, cup holders and storage box
- Illuminated vanity mirrors
- Dual sunvisor, sliding with vanity mirrors and driver's ticket holder
- Front seatback pockets
- LED overhead console, room lamp and cargo lamp
- Trip computer
- Front and rear side door pockets
- Rheostat
Exterior28 std · 3 opt
- Panoramic sunroof with power shade optional
- LED projector headlamps
- Power adjustable outside mirrors with integrated LED Turn Signals and Power-folding
- 19-inch alloy, Machine Finished wheels
- Acoustic Front Windshield
- Black and chrome coating grille
- Black with Chrome accent lower door garnish and wheel arch molding treatment
- Body-color outside door handles with chrome trim
- Body-color outside mirrors
- Front variable intermittent windshield wipers
- Gloss black radiator grille mesh
- Heated outside mirrors
- LED Daytime Running Lights (DRLs)
- LED fog lights
- LED rear combination lamps
- Power Side-folding outside mirrors
- Power adjustable outside mirrors with integrated LED Turn Signals
- Rain-sensing wipers
- Rear spoiler with Gloss black finish
- Roof rails - Satin Chrome
- Satin Chrome DLO surround
- Shark fin antenna
- Tailgate glass heater with timer
- Tinted Front Door Windows and Windshield
- EX Panoramic Sunroof Package (Full-length one-touch panoroof with sliding sunshade; Full LED interior lighting) optional
- Snow White Pearl Paint optional
- Auto light control
- Privacy Rear Windows and Tailgate Glass
- Solar Front Door Windows and Windshield
- LED High Mounted Stop Lamp
- Temporary spare tire
Powertrain5 std · 0 opt
- 1.6L Turbocharged Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) Hybrid 4-cylinder engine
- 6-speed automatic transmission
- Drive Mode Select (Comfort, Sport, Eco, Smart, Snow Modes)
- Idle Stop and Go (ISG)
- Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS)
Chassis1 std · 0 opt
- MacPherson front suspension and Multi-link rear suspension
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Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2025 Sorento. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the EX
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2025 Kia Sorento EX?
The manufacturer lists $38,090 for the 2025 Kia Sorento EX. That is $6,100 above the LX, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2025 Kia Sorento EX add over the LX?
Against the LX, 80 features become standard that the LX does not and 16 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.