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2023 Kia Sorento
2023 Kia Sorento
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$30,090
Starting Price (MSRP)
9.3
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Mazda CX-9
2023 Mazda CX-9
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$38,750
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.1
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Overview

Engine
2.5L Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.5L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 24 MPG
Hwy: 29 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 20 MPG
Hwy: 26 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.7 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
19.5 gallons
Seating Capacity
7 seater
Seating Capacity
6 seater

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2023 Kia Sorento
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.5L Inline-4 Gas
2.5L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
191 hp @ 6100 rpm
227 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque
181 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
310 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
6-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
All-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,794 lbs
4,409 lbs
Maximum Towing Capacity
2,000 lbs
3,500 lbs

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
26 MPG
23 MPG
City
24 MPG
20 MPG
Highway
29 MPG
26 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
6.8 Tons/yr
7.7 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
17.7 gallons
19.5 gallons
Cruising Range City
424.8 miles
390 miles
Cruising Range Highway
513.3 miles
507 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
189 in
199.4 in
Height
66.7 in
67.6 in
Max Width
74.8 in
77.5 in
Front Width
65 in
65.3 in
Rear Width
65.4 in
65.2
Wheelbase
110.8 in
115.3 in
Ground Clearance
6.9 in
N/A

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
7 seater
6 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
41.4 in
41 in
Front Seat Headroom
40.3 in
40.1 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
59.1 in
57.9 in
Front Seat Hip Room
55.6 in
56.7 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
41.7 in
39.4 in
Rear Seat Headroom
39.1 in
38.5 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
58.1 in
58.1 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
55.1 in
57.4 in
Third Row Leg Room
29.6 in
29.7 in
Third Row Headroom
36.8 in
35.4 in
Third Row Shoulder Room
53 in
53.1 in
Third Row Hip Room
42.5 in
40.1 in

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume to Seat 1
75.5 ft³
71.2 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
38.5 ft³
38.2 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
12.6 ft³
14.4 ft³

Cargo Box Dimensions

Box Width (Wheelhousings)
N/A
40.2 in
Box Height (Area)
N/A
30.3 in

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
N/A
38.8 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
17" x 7"
18" x 8"
Rear Wheel Size
17" x 7"
18" x 8"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P235/65HR17
P255/60HR18
Rear Tire
P235/65HR17
P255/60HR18
Spare Tire
Compact
Compact

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Ebony Black
  • Everlasting Silver
  • Gravity Grey
  • Deep Crystal Blue Mica
  • Jet Black Mica
  • Machine Gray Metallic
  • Snowflake White Pearl Mica
  • Sonic Silver Metallic
  • Soul Red Crystal Metallic

Optional Exterior Colors

  • Glacial White Pearl
  • Passion Red
N/A

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black, Cloth Seat Trim
  • Black, Leather Seat Trim
  • Sand, Leather Seat Trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Standard
Standard
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Not Available
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Not Available
Leather Seats
Not Available
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Not Available
Standard
Sun/Moonroof
Not Available
Standard

Comfort

Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Liftgate
Not Available
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Climate Control
Not Available
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Heated Front Seat(s)
Not Available
Standard
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Not Available
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Not Available
Standard
Power Passenger Seat
Not Available
Standard
Remote Engine Start
Not Available
Standard
Remote Trunk Release
Not Available
Standard
Universal Garage Door Opener
Not Available
Standard
Rear A/C
Not Available
Standard
Keyless Start
Not Available
Standard
Telematics
Not Available
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Not Available
Standard
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist
Standard
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion
5 Years / 100,000 Miles
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
10 Years / 100,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
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