HEV EX AWD
What the HEV EX adds over the LX (+$8,300)
| Spec | LX | HEV EX |
|---|---|---|
| Rear brake diameter | 304.8 mm | 325.1 mm |
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3814 lbs | 4544 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3814 lbs | 4350 lbs |
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated | twin turbo |
| Engine displacement | 2497 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horsepower | 191 hp | 227 hp |
| Torque | 181 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.5L 4-cylinder Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) engine | 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) Hybrid engine |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve | 16-Valve Swing Arms with Hydraulic Lash Adjuster |
| Ground clearance | 6.9 in | 6.8 in |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 5512 lbs | 5622 lbs |
| Second-row legroom | 41.7 in | 40.7 in |
| MPG (city) | 23 mpg | 32 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 26 mpg | 37 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 31 mpg | 35 mpg |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $32,390 | $40,690 |
| Steering type | C-MDPS | R-MDPS |
| Tire size | 235/65R17 | 235/55R19 |
| Final drive ratio | 3.798:1 (FWD) | 3.510:1 |
| Transmission speeds | 8 | 6 |
| Wheel diameter | 17 in | 19 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-way power adjustable passenger's seat with 2-way power lumbar support, 115V inverter (accommodates laptop power cords, household electronics), 12.3-inch color TFT LCD supervision meter cluster, reconfigurable, 12.3‑inch ultramodern Connected Car Navigation Cockpit (ccNC) system with Navigation, Radio, Satellite Radio, Wireless Android Auto / Wireless Apple CarPlay, and Bluetooth Voice Recognition, 14-way power driver's seat, including 4 way power lumbar & 2 way power thigh extension, 2-way power lumbar support, 4 way power lumbar, 8-way power adjustable passenger's seat, Acoustic Front Windshield, All-Wheel Drive (AWD), Blind Spot Collision Avoidance (BCA) with Parallel Exit (on top of BCW), Blind View Monitor (BVM), Dual zone automatic temperature control, 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, Gloss Black roof rails, Heated front seats with 3 settings, Heated steering wheel, Highway Driving Assist (HDA), Highway Driving Assist 2 (HDA2) Includes Automatic Lane Change and Smart Cruise Control with Machine Learning, Integrated Memory System (IMS), driver, LED fog lights, LED rear combination lamps, Matte and Gloss Black Bridge-Type Roof Rack, Navigation-Based Smart Cruise Control, Ramp with Stop and Go, Curve Control (NSCC-R) and Machine Learning (SCC-ML), Navigation-Based Smart Cruise Control, Ramp with Stop and Go, and Curve Control (NSCC-R), Paddle Shifters, Parking Collision Avoidance Assist - Rear (PCA-R), Parking Distance Warning - Forward and Reverse (PDW-F&R) with off switch, Parking Distance Warning - Forward and Reverse (PDW-F&R) with off switch, Parking Distance Warning - Forward and Reverse (PDW-F&R) with off switch & PDW-S, Power side-folding outside mirrors, Rain-sensing windshield wipers, Rear door sun shades, retractable, Satin Chrome interior door handles, Smart Power Tailgate with Auto Close, Surround View Monitor (SVM)
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 325.1 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 325.1 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 | 6.8 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 | 1598 cc |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi |
| Engine type (full description) | 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) Hybrid engine |
| Valve configuration | 16-Valve Swing Arms with Hydraulic Lash Adjuster |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 227 hp |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 32 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 37 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 35 mpg |
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 | 40.7 in |
| Third-row legroom | 29.6 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $40,690 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 59.1 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 58.1 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 53 in |
Steering
| Steering type | R-MDPS |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 19.0 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | McPherson Strut |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-Link |
Tires
| Tire size | 235/55R19 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.510:1 |
| Transmission speeds | 6 |
| Transmission type | automatic |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4544 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4350 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 5622 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 19 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | 7.5 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety37 std · 0 opt
- Blind Spot Collision Warning (BCW) with Parallel Exit
- Forward Collision Avoidance Assist (FCA) Fusion Type, Car, Pedestrian and Cyclist, Junction Assist
- Highway Driving Assist 2 (HDA2) Includes Automatic Lane Change and Smart Cruise Control with Machine Learning
- Smart Cruise Control with Stop and Go (SCC)
- Blind View Monitor (BVM)
- Forward Collision Avoidance Assist with Lane Change Oncoming, Lane Change Side and Junction Crossing
- Forward Collision Avoidance Assist, Junction Turning (FCA-JT)
- Lane Following Assist (LFA)
- Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist (RCCA)
- Surround View Monitor (SVM)
- Dual front advanced airbags
- Dual front seat-mounted side airbags
- Forward Collision Avoidance Assist with Evasive Steering Assist
- Full-length side curtain airbags
- Highway Driving Assist (HDA)
- Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
- Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
- Navigation-Based Smart Cruise Control, Ramp with Stop and Go, and Curve Control (NSCC-R)
- Parking Collision Avoidance Assist - Rear (PCA-R)
- Rear view camera with dynamic guidelines
- Downhill Brake Control (DBC)
- Driver Attention Warning, including Lead Vehicle Departure Alert (DAW)
- Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)
- Parking Distance Warning - Forward and Reverse (PDW-F&R) with off switch
- Parking Distance Warning - Forward and Reverse (PDW-F&R) with off switch & PDW-S
- Rear Side Airbags
- Safe Exit Assist (SEA)
- 4-wheel Antilock Brakes System (ABS)
- Blind Spot Collision Avoidance (BCA) with Parallel Exit (on top of BCW)
- Driver's knee airbag
- 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 and Go, Curve Control (NSCC-R) and Machine Learning (SCC-ML)
- Rear Occupant Alert with Ultrasonic sensors (ROA)
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) High-Line
Infotainment9 std · 1 opt
- 12.3‑inch ultramodern Connected Car Navigation Cockpit (ccNC) system with Navigation, Radio, Satellite Radio, Wireless Android Auto / Wireless Apple CarPlay, and Bluetooth Voice Recognition
- Android Auto™
- Apple CarPlay™
- Auxiliary, USB and iPod audio input jacks
- Bluetooth® wireless technology with voice recognition
- Paddle Shifters
- Standard sound system
- Steering wheel audio controls
- Wireless phone charger
- Bose surround sound audio system optional
Convenience6 std · 0 opt
- Smart Power Tailgate with Auto Close
- Push-button start with Smart Key and remote start button on key fob
- 115V inverter (accommodates laptop power cords, household electronics)
- 12V Power outlet (rear floor console, luggage)
- Driver and Passenger's central door lock
- Keyless Entry Remote Control with Burglar Alarm and Panic
Climate2 std · 0 opt
- 2nd Row Air Vents
- Dual zone automatic temperature control
Seating9 std · 0 opt
- Heated front seats with 3 settings
- Ventilated front seats with 3 settings
- Integrated Memory System (IMS), driver
- 4 way power lumbar
- 10-way power adjustable driver's seat with 2-way power lumbar support
- 10-way power adjustable passenger's seat with 2-way power lumbar support
- 14-way power driver's seat, including 4 way power lumbar & 2 way power thigh extension
- 2-way power lumbar support
- 8-way power adjustable passenger's seat
Interior12 std · 1 opt
- Heated steering wheel
- 12.3-inch color TFT LCD supervision meter cluster, reconfigurable
- Front and rear side door pockets
- Leather wrapped steering wheel and shift knob
- Metal paint interior door handles
- Overhead console, room lamp and cargo lamp
- Rear door sun shades, retractable
- Satin Chrome interior door handles
- Tilt and telescopic steering column
- Day and night rear-view mirror
- Front console with center armrest, cup holders and storage box
- Front seatback pockets
- Dual sunvisor, sliding with vanity mirrors optional
Exterior26 std · 1 opt
- Panoramic sunroof with power shade optional
- LED projector headlamps with Low and High Beams
- Power side-folding outside mirrors
- Acoustic Front Windshield
- Amber LED Daytime Running Lights (DRLs)
- Body-color outside door handles
- Front variable intermittent windshield wipers
- Gloss Black roof rails
- Heated outside mirrors
- LED fog lights
- LED positioning lamps
- LED rear combination lamps
- LED side mirror repeater lamps
- Matte and Gloss Black Bridge-Type Roof Rack
- Power adjustable outside mirrors with integrated LED Turn Signals
- Rain-sensing windshield wipers
- Rear combination lamps
- Satin Chrome DLO surround
- Shark fin antenna
- Tailgate glass heater with timer
- Tinted Front Door Windows and Windshield
- X-Line bumper design with Molded-In Skid Plates
- Auto light control
- Privacy Rear Windows and Tailgate Glass
- Solar Front Door Windows and Windshield
- LED High Mounted Stop Lamp
- Temporary spare tire
Powertrain3 std · 2 opt
- All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
- Front-Wheel Drive (FWD)
- Drive Mode Select (Normal, Sport, Smart, Snow, Mud, Sand Modes) optional
- Idle Stop and Go (ISG)
- Drive Mode Select (Sport, Eco, Smart Modes) optional
Chassis2 std · 0 opt
- MacPherson front suspension and Multi-link rear suspension
- Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS)
Cargo2 std · 0 opt
- Dual-level cargo floor
- Luggage area: net hook
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2026 Sorento. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the HEV EX
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2026 Kia Sorento HEV EX?
The manufacturer lists $40,690 for the 2026 Kia Sorento HEV EX. That is $8,300 above the LX, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2026 Kia Sorento HEV EX add over the LX?
Against the LX, 43 features become standard that the LX does not and 22 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.