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2026 Kia Sorento

LX FWD

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Specifications

Source: manufacturer press kit

Brakes

Front brake diameter325.1 mm
Front brake typeventilated disc
Rear brake diameter304.8 mm
Rear brake typeventilated disc
Parking brake typeepb

Cargo

Cargo volume behind 1st row75.5 cu-ft
Cargo volume behind 2nd row38.5 cu-ft
Cargo volume behind 3rd row12.6 cu-ft

Dimensions Exterior

Ground clearance6.9 in
Overall height66.7 in
Overall length189.6 in
Overall width74.8 in
Wheelbase110.8 in

Engine Basics

Aspirationnaturally aspirated
Cylinder count4
Engine displacement2497 cc
Fuel injection systemgdi mpi
Engine type (full description)2.5L 4-cylinder Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) engine
Valve configurationDOHC 16-Valve

Engine Output

Horsepower191 hp
Torque181 lb-ft

Fuel Economy

MPG (city)23 mpg
MPG (combined)26 mpg
MPG (highway)31 mpg

Fuel System

Fuel tank capacity17.7 gal

Headroom

Front headroom40.3 in
Second-row headroom39.1 in
Third-row headroom36.8 in

Legroom

Front legroom41.4 in
Second-row legroom41.7 in
Third-row legroom29.6 in

Pricing

Base MSRP (excludes destination)$32,390

Seating

Passenger seating capacity7

Shoulder Room

Front shoulder room59.1 in
Second-row shoulder room58.1 in
Third-row shoulder room53 in

Steering

Steering typeC-MDPS
Turning radius (curb-to-curb)19.0 ft

Suspension

Front suspension typeMcPherson Strut
Rear suspension typeMulti-Link

Tires

Tire size235/65R17

Transmission

Final drive ratio3.798:1 (FWD)
Transmission speeds8
Transmission typeautomatic

Weights

Curb weight (maximum)3814 lbs
Curb weight (minimum)3814 lbs
Gross vehicle weight rating5512 lbs

Wheels

Wheel diameter17 in
Wheel materialforged alloy
Wheel width7 in

Standard & optional equipment

Source: manufacturer press kit

Safety26 std · 0 opt

  • Blind Spot Collision Warning (BCW) with Parallel Exit
  • Forward Collision Avoidance Assist (FCA) Fusion Type, Car, Pedestrian and Cyclist, Junction Assist
  • Smart Cruise Control with Stop and Go (SCC)
  • Forward Collision Avoidance Assist, Junction Turning (FCA-JT)
  • Lane Following Assist (LFA)
  • Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist (RCCA)

Infotainment7 std · 0 opt

  • 12.3‑inch Touchscreen Display, Radio, Bluetooth, Wireless Android Auto / Wireless Apple CarPlay, and Bluetooth Voice Recognition (ccNC Lite)
  • Android Auto™
  • Apple CarPlay™
  • Auxiliary, USB and iPod audio input jacks
  • Bluetooth® wireless technology with voice recognition
  • Standard sound system

Convenience5 std · 0 opt

  • Push-button start with Smart Key and remote start button on key fob
  • 12V Power outlet (rear floor console, luggage)
  • Driver and Passenger's central door lock
  • Keyless Entry Remote Control with Burglar Alarm and Panic
  • Manual Tailgate

Climate2 std · 0 opt

  • 2nd Row Air Vents
  • Manual air conditioning

Seating4 std · 0 opt

  • 2nd-row 60/40 split-folding seats
  • 6-way adjustable driver's seat with height adjuster
  • 4-way adjustable passenger's seat
  • Cloth seat trim

Interior14 std · 0 opt

  • 4.3-inch color TFT LCD supervision meter cluster
  • Door pocket bottle holder
  • 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

Exterior20 std · 0 opt

  • LED projector headlamps with Low and High Beams
  • 17-inch alloy wheels
  • Amber LED Daytime Running Lights (DRLs)
  • Body-color outside door handles
  • Front variable intermittent windshield wipers
  • Heated outside mirrors

Powertrain6 std · 0 opt

  • Front-Wheel Drive (FWD)
  • 2.5L Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) 4-cylinder engine
  • 8-speed automatic transmission
  • Drive Mode Select (Sport, Eco, Smart Modes)
  • Emissions: SULEV (50-state compliant)
  • Idle Stop and Go (ISG)

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

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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 LX

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How much is the 2026 Kia Sorento LX?

The manufacturer lists $32,390 for the 2026 Kia Sorento LX. It is the cheapest trim of this model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.