X-Line SX AWD
What the X-Line SX adds over the LX (+$11,500)
| Spec | LX | X-Line SX |
|---|---|---|
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3814 lbs | 4250 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3814 lbs | 4211 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 |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 5357 lbs | 5468 lbs |
| MPG (city) | 23 mpg | 20 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 26 mpg | 23 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 31 mpg | 27 mpg |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $31,990 | $43,490 |
| Passenger seating capacity | 7 | 6 |
| Tire size | 235/65R17 | 255/45R20 |
| Final drive ratio | 3.798:1 (FWD) | 4.846:1 (1st) / 3.316:1 (2nd) |
| Transmission type | automatic | dct |
| Wheel diameter | 17 in | 20 in |
| Wheel width | 7 in | 8.5 in |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 115V inverter (accommodates laptop power cords, household electronics), 12.3-inch color TFT LCD supervision meter cluster, reconfigurable, 12.3-inch color TFT reconfigurable display, All Wheel Drive (AWD), Blind Spot Collision Avoidance (BCA) with Parallel Exit, Digital Key 2.0 Advanced, 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, Highway Driving Assist 2 (HDA2) (Includes Automatic Lane Change and Smart Cruise Control with Machine Learning), Inside rearview mirror: Full Display Screen and Homelink, LED fog lights, LED rear combination lamps, Paddle shifters, Panoramic sunroof with power shade, Parking Collision Avoidance Assist – Rear (PCA-R), Parking Distance Warning – Forward & Reverse & Side (PDW-F & R) with off switch & PDW-S, Power adjustable outside mirrors with integrated LED Turn Signals and Power-folding, Rain-sensing wipers, Rear door sun shades, retractable, Surround View Monitor (SVM) and Blind View Monitor (BVM), Surround View Monitor (SVM) and Blind View Monitor (BVM), Ventilated front seats with 3 settings
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) | 27 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) | $43,490 |
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 | 255/45R20 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 4.846:1 (1st) / 3.316:1 (2nd) |
| Transmission speeds | 8 |
| Transmission type | dct |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4250 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4211 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 5468 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 20 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | 8.5 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety8 std · 0 opt
- Highway Driving Assist 2 (HDA2) (Includes Automatic Lane Change and Smart Cruise Control with Machine Learning)
- Smart Cruise Control with Stop and Go
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Lane Change Oncoming, Lane Change Side and Junction Crossing
- Surround View Monitor (SVM) and Blind View Monitor (BVM)
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Evasive Steering Assist
- Parking Collision Avoidance Assist – Rear (PCA-R)
- Parking Distance Warning – Forward & Reverse & Side (PDW-F & R) with off switch & PDW-S
- Blind Spot Collision Avoidance (BCA) with Parallel Exit
Infotainment1 std · 0 opt
- Paddle shifters
Convenience2 std · 0 opt
- Digital Key 2.0 Advanced
- 115V inverter (accommodates laptop power cords, household electronics)
Seating1 std · 0 opt
- Ventilated front seats with 3 settings
Interior7 std · 0 opt
- Inside rearview mirror: Full Display Screen and Homelink
- 12.3-inch color TFT LCD supervision meter cluster, reconfigurable
- 12.3-inch color TFT reconfigurable display
- Overhead console, room lamp and cargo lamp
- Rear door sun shades, retractable
- Day and night rear-view mirror
- Front seatback pockets
Exterior7 std · 0 opt
- Panoramic sunroof with power shade
- Power adjustable outside mirrors with integrated LED Turn Signals and Power-folding
- Body-color outside door handles
- LED fog lights
- LED rear combination lamps
- Rain-sensing wipers
- Rear combination lamps
Powertrain1 std · 0 opt
- All Wheel Drive (AWD)
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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 X-Line SX
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2025 Kia Sorento X-Line SX?
The manufacturer lists $43,490 for the 2025 Kia Sorento X-Line SX. That is $11,500 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 X-Line SX add over the LX?
Against the LX, 24 features become standard that the LX does not and 17 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.