S AWD
What the S adds over the LX (+$4,900)
| Spec | LX | S |
|---|---|---|
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3814 lbs | 4123 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3814 lbs | 4045 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 5357 lbs | 5468 lbs |
| MPG (combined) | 26 mpg | 25 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 31 mpg | 28 mpg |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $31,990 | $36,890 |
| Tire size | 235/65R17 | 235/60R18 |
| Final drive ratio | 3.798:1 (FWD) | 4.081:1 (AWD) |
| 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, 10.25-inch Touchscreen Navigation, Radio, Satellite Radio, UVO telematics, Android Auto/CarPlay, and Voice Recognition, 18-inch alloy, Gloss Black wheels, All Wheel Drive (AWD), Dual zone automatic temperature control, Front and rear powered windows, Front seatback pockets (Premium), Gloss Black roof rails, Heated front seats with 3 settings, Highway Driving Assist (HDA), Leather wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, Navigation-Based Smart Cruise Control-Ramp with Stop & Go & Curve Control (NSCC-R), Parking Distance Warning – Forward & Reverse (PDW-F & R) with off switch, Parking Distance Warning – Forward & Reverse (PDW-F & R) with off switch, Power windows with Driver's auto up/down and safety, Premium Leatherette seat trim, SynTex artificial leather seating material, 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 |
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 | 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 | 195.2 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 23 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 25 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 28 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) | $36,890 |
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 | 4.081:1 (AWD) |
| Transmission speeds | 8 |
| Transmission type | automatic |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4123 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4045 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 5468 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
- Blind Spot Collision Warning (BCW) with Parallel Exit
- Forward Collision Avoidance Assist (FCA): Fusion type, car, pedestrian and cyclist with Junction Assist
- Forward Collision Avoidance Assist –Junction Turning (FCA-JT)
- 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
- Highway Driving Assist (HDA)
- Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)
- Lane Keep Assist System (LKAS)
- 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 (PDW-F & R) with off switch
- Rear Side Airbags
- Safe Exit Assist (SEA)
- Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
- High Beam Assist (HBA)
- Hill-start Assist Control (HAC)
- Intelligent Speed Limit Assist (ISLA)
- Navigation-Based Smart Cruise Control-Ramp with Stop & Go & Curve Control (NSCC-R)
- Rear Occupant Alert with ultrasonic sensors (ROA)
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) High-Line
Infotainment8 std · 0 opt
- 10.25-inch Touchscreen Navigation, Radio, Satellite Radio, UVO telematics, Android Auto/CarPlay, and Voice Recognition
- 6 speakers (including 2 tweeters)
- Android Auto™
- Apple CarPlay™
- Auxiliary, USB and iPod audio input jacks
- Bluetooth® wireless technology with voice recognition
- Steering wheel mounted audio controls
- Wireless phone charger
Convenience7 std · 0 opt
- Push-button start with Smart Key and remote start button on key fob
- 12V Power outlet (rear floor console, luggage)
- Front and rear powered windows
- Keyless Entry Remote Control with Burglar Alarm and Panic
- Manual Tailgate
- Driver and Passenger's central door lock
- Power windows with Driver's auto up/down and safety
Climate2 std · 0 opt
- 2nd Row Air Vents
- Dual zone automatic temperature control
Seating7 std · 0 opt
- 2nd-row 60/40 split-folding seats
- Heated front seats with 3 settings
- SynTex artificial leather seating material
- 10-way power adjustable driver's seat with 2-way power lumbar
- 3rd-row 50/50 split-folding seats
- 4-way adjustable passenger's seat
- Premium Leatherette seat trim
Interior13 std · 0 opt
- 4.3-inch color TFT LCD supervision meter cluster
- Door pocket bottle holder
- Dual-level cargo floor
- Front seatback pockets (Premium)
- Leather wrapped steering wheel and shift knob
- Luggage area: net hook
- Metal paint interior door handles
- Overhead console, room lamp and cargo lamp
- Rear center armrest with dual cup holders
- Tilt and telescopic steering column
- Day and night rear-view mirror
- Floor console with center armrest, cup holders and storage box
- Front and rear side door pockets
Exterior19 std · 5 opt
- LED projector headlamps
- 18-inch alloy, Gloss Black wheels
- Amber LED Daytime Running Lights (DRLs)
- Body-color outside door handles
- Body-color outside mirrors
- Front variable intermittent windshield wipers
- Gloss Black roof rails
- LED projector headlamps with Low and High Beams
- LED side mirror repeater lamps
- Power adjustable outside mirrors with integrated LED Turn Signals
- Rear combination lamps
- Rear liftgate-mounted spoiler
- Satin Chrome DLO surround
- Shark fin antenna
- Tailgate glass heater with timer
- Tinted Front Door Windows and Windshield
- Dawning Red Paint optional
- Glacial White Pearl Paint optional
- Midnight Lake Blue Paint optional
- Snow White Pearl Paint optional
- Wolf Gray Paint optional
- Solar Front Door Windows and Windshield
- LED High Mounted Stop Lamp
- Temporary spare tire
Powertrain7 std · 0 opt
- All Wheel Drive (AWD)
- 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)
- Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS)
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 2025 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 2025 Kia Sorento S?
The manufacturer lists $36,890 for the 2025 Kia Sorento S. That is $4,900 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 S add over the LX?
Against the LX, 18 features become standard that the LX does not and 10 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.