Kia Sorento 0-60 times

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2022 Kia Sorento 0-60 times, all trims

Trim	0-60 times, 1/4 mile
EX 4dr Front-Wheel Drive 281 Hp, 311 Lb-Ft., intercooled turbo, 3999 Weight, 22 City / 29 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, front-wheel, 8-spd auto-shift man transmission	7.2 sec, 0 @ 0
SX 4dr Front-Wheel Drive 281 Hp, 311 Lb-Ft., intercooled turbo, 3999 Weight, 22 City / 29 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, front-wheel, 8-spd auto-shift man transmission	7.2 sec, 0 @ 0
SX 4dr All-Wheel Drive 281 Hp, 311 Lb-Ft., intercooled turbo, 4120 Weight, 22 City / 27 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, all-wheel, 8-spd auto-shift man transmission	7.2 sec, 0 @ 0
X-Line EX 4dr All-Wheel Drive 281 Hp, 311 Lb-Ft., intercooled turbo, 4120 Weight, 22 City / 27 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, all-wheel, 8-spd auto-shift man transmission	7.2 sec, 0 @ 0
SX Prestige 4dr Front-Wheel Drive 281 Hp, 311 Lb-Ft., intercooled turbo, 3999 Weight, 22 City / 29 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, front-wheel, 8-spd auto-shift man transmission	7.2 sec, 0 @ 0
X-Line SX Prestige 4dr All-Wheel Drive 281 Hp, 311 Lb-Ft., intercooled turbo, 4120 Weight, 22 City / 27 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, all-wheel, 8-spd auto-shift man transmission	7.2 sec, 0 @ 0
LX 4dr Front-Wheel Drive 191 Hp, 181 Lb-Ft., N/A, 3794 Weight, 24 City / 29 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, front-wheel, 8-spd transmission	8.6 sec, 16.4 @ 0
LX 4dr All-Wheel Drive 191 Hp, 181 Lb-Ft., N/A, 3935 Weight, 23 City / 25 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, all-wheel, 8-spd transmission	8.6 sec, 16.4 @ 0
S 4dr Front-Wheel Drive 191 Hp, 181 Lb-Ft., N/A, 3794 Weight, 24 City / 29 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, front-wheel, 8-spd transmission	8.6 sec, 16.4 @ 0
X-Line S 4dr All-Wheel Drive 191 Hp, 181 Lb-Ft., N/A, 3935 Weight, 23 City / 25 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, all-wheel, 8-spd transmission	8.6 sec, 16.4 @ 0

2021 Kia Sorento 0-60 times, all trims

Trim	0-60 times, 1/4 mile
LX 4dr Front-wheel Drive 191 Hp, 181 Lb-Ft., N/A, 3794 Weight, 24 City / 29 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, front-wheel, 8-spd transmission	9.9 sec, 17.2 @ 0
LX 4dr All-wheel Drive 191 Hp, 181 Lb-Ft., N/A, 3935 Weight, 23 City / 25 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, all-wheel, 8-spd transmission	9.9 sec, 17.2 @ 0
S 4dr Front-wheel Drive 191 Hp, 181 Lb-Ft., N/A, 3794 Weight, 24 City / 29 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, front-wheel, 8-spd transmission	9.9 sec, 17.2 @ 0
S 4dr All-wheel Drive 191 Hp, 181 Lb-Ft., N/A, 3935 Weight, 23 City / 25 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, all-wheel, 8-spd transmission	9.9 sec, 17.2 @ 0
EX 4dr Front-wheel Drive 281 Hp, 311 Lb-Ft., intercooled turbo, 3999 Weight, 22 City / 29 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, front-wheel, 8-spd auto-shift man transmission	9.9 sec, 17.2 @ 0
EX 4dr All-wheel Drive 281 Hp, 311 Lb-Ft., intercooled turbo, 4120 Weight, 21 City / 28 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, all-wheel, 8-spd auto-shift man transmission	9.9 sec, 17.2 @ 0
SX 4dr Front-wheel Drive 281 Hp, 311 Lb-Ft., intercooled turbo, 3999 Weight, 22 City / 29 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, front-wheel, 8-spd auto-shift man transmission	9.9 sec, 17.2 @ 0
SX 4dr All-wheel Drive 281 Hp, 311 Lb-Ft., intercooled turbo, 4120 Weight, 21 City / 28 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, all-wheel, 8-spd auto-shift man transmission	9.9 sec, 17.2 @ 0
SX Prestige 4dr Front-wheel Drive 281 Hp, 311 Lb-Ft., intercooled turbo, 3999 Weight, 22 City / 29 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, front-wheel, 8-spd auto-shift man transmission	9.9 sec, 17.2 @ 0
SX Prestige X-Line 4dr All-wheel Drive 281 Hp, 311 Lb-Ft., intercooled turbo, 4120 Weight, 21 City / 28 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, all-wheel, 8-spd auto-shift man transmission	9.9 sec, 17.2 @ 0

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2020 Kia Sorento 0-60 times, all trims

Trim	0-60 times, 1/4 mile
2.4L L 4dr Front-wheel Drive 185 Hp, 178 Lb-Ft., 3810 Weight, 22 City / 29 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, front-wheel, 6-spd transmission	9.9 sec, 17.2 @ 0
2.4L LX 4dr Front-wheel Drive 185 Hp, 178 Lb-Ft., 3810 Weight, 22 City / 29 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, front-wheel, 6-spd transmission	9.9 sec, 17.2 @ 0
2.4L LX 4dr All-wheel Drive 185 Hp, 178 Lb-Ft., 3953 Weight, 21 City / 26 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, all-wheel, 6-spd transmission	9.9 sec, 17.2 @ 0
3.3L S 4dr Front-wheel Drive 290 Hp, 252 Lb-Ft., 3968 Weight, 19 City / 26 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, front-wheel, 8-spd transmission	9.9 sec, 17.2 @ 0
3.3L S 4dr All-wheel Drive 290 Hp, 252 Lb-Ft., 4101 Weight, 18 City / 24 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, all-wheel, 8-spd transmission	9.9 sec, 17.2 @ 0
3.3L EX 4dr Front-wheel Drive 290 Hp, 252 Lb-Ft., 3968 Weight, 19 City / 26 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, front-wheel, 8-spd transmission	9.9 sec, 17.2 @ 0
3.3L EX 4dr All-wheel Drive 290 Hp, 252 Lb-Ft., 4101 Weight, 18 City / 24 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, all-wheel, 8-spd transmission	9.9 sec, 17.2 @ 0
3.3L SX 4dr Front-wheel Drive 290 Hp, 252 Lb-Ft., 3968 Weight, 19 City / 26 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, front-wheel, 8-spd transmission	9.9 sec, 17.2 @ 0
3.3L SX 4dr All-wheel Drive 290 Hp, 252 Lb-Ft., 4101 Weight, 18 City / 24 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, all-wheel, 8-spd transmission	9.9 sec, 17.2 @ 0

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2019 Kia Sorento 0-60 times, all trims

Trim	0-60 times, 1/4 mile
2.4L L 4dr Front-wheel Drive 185 Hp, 178 Lb-Ft., 3810 Weight, 22 City / 29 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, front-wheel, 6-spd transmission	7.2 sec, 15.7 @ 0
2.4L LX 4dr Front-wheel Drive 185 Hp, 178 Lb-Ft., 3810 Weight, 22 City / 29 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, front-wheel, 6-spd transmission	7.2 sec, 15.7 @ 0
2.4L LX 4dr All-wheel Drive 185 Hp, 178 Lb-Ft., 3953 Weight, 21 City / 26 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, all-wheel drive, 6-spd transmission	7.2 sec, 15.7 @ 0
3.3L LX 4dr Front-wheel Drive 290 Hp, 252 Lb-Ft., 3968 Weight, 19 City / 26 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, front-wheel, 8-spd transmission	7.2 sec, 15.7 @ 87
3.3L LX 4dr All-wheel Drive 290 Hp, 252 Lb-Ft., 4101 Weight, 19 City / 24 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, all-wheel drive, 8-spd transmission	7.2 sec, 15.7 @ 91
3.3L S 4dr Front-wheel Drive 290 Hp, 252 Lb-Ft., 3968 Weight, N/A mpg, 4-wheel disc, front-wheel, 8-spd transmission	7.2 sec, 15.7 @ 0
3.3L S 4dr All-wheel Drive 290 Hp, 252 Lb-Ft., 4101 Weight, N/A mpg, 4-wheel disc, all-wheel drive, 8-spd transmission	7.2 sec, 15.7 @ 0
3.3L EX Sport 4dr Front-wheel Drive 290 Hp, 252 Lb-Ft., 3968 Weight, N/A mpg, 4-wheel disc, front-wheel, 8-spd transmission	7.2 sec, 15.7 @ 0
3.3L EX Sport 4dr All-wheel Drive 290 Hp, 252 Lb-Ft., 4101 Weight, N/A mpg, 4-wheel disc, all-wheel drive, 8-spd transmission	7.2 sec, 15.7 @ 0
3.3L EX 4dr Front-wheel Drive 290 Hp, 252 Lb-Ft., 3968 Weight, 19 City / 26 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, front-wheel, 8-spd transmission	7.2 sec, 15.7 @ 87
3.3L EX 4dr All-wheel Drive 290 Hp, 252 Lb-Ft., 4101 Weight, 19 City / 24 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, all-wheel drive, 8-spd transmission	7.2 sec, 15.7 @ 87
3.3L SX 4dr Front-wheel Drive 290 Hp, 252 Lb-Ft., 3968 Weight, 19 City / 26 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, front-wheel, 8-spd transmission	7.2 sec, 15.7 @ 87
3.3L SX 4dr All-wheel Drive 290 Hp, 252 Lb-Ft., 4101 Weight, 19 City / 24 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, all-wheel drive, 8-spd transmission	7.2 sec, 15.7 @ 91
3.3L SXL 4dr Front-wheel Drive 290 Hp, 252 Lb-Ft., 4211 Weight, 19 City / 26 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, front-wheel, 8-spd transmission	7.2 sec, 15.7 @ 0
3.3L SXL 4dr All-wheel Drive 290 Hp, 252 Lb-Ft., 4343 Weight, 19 City / 24 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, all-wheel drive, 8-spd transmission	7.2 sec, 15.7 @ 0

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2018 Kia Sorento 0-60 times, all trims

Trim	0-60 times, 1/4 mile
3.3L EX 4dr All-wheel Drive 290 Hp, 252 Lb-Ft., N/A, 4101 Weight, 18 City / 25 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, all-wheel drive, 6-spd transmission	7.2 sec, 15.7 @ 87
3.3L LX 4dr All-wheel Drive 290 Hp, 252 Lb-Ft., N/A, 4101 Weight, 18 City / 25 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, all-wheel drive, 6-spd transmission	7.2 sec, 15.7 @ 91
3.3L SX 4dr All-wheel Drive 290 Hp, 252 Lb-Ft., N/A, 4101 Weight, 17 City / 23 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, all-wheel drive, 6-spd transmission	7.2 sec, 15.7 @ 91
3.3L SXL 4dr All-wheel Drive 290 Hp, 252 Lb-Ft., N/A, 4101 Weight, 17 City / 23 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, all-wheel drive, 6-spd transmission	7.2 sec, 15.7 @ 91
3.3L LX 4dr Front-wheel Drive 290 Hp, 252 Lb-Ft., N/A, 3968 Weight, 18 City / 25 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, front-wheel, 6-spd transmission	7.5 sec, 16 @ 87
2.0T EX 4dr All-wheel Drive 240 Hp, 260 Lb-Ft., intercooled turbo, 4004 Weight, 19 City / 25 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, all-wheel drive, 6-spd transmission	7.5 sec, 16 @ 88
3.3L EX 4dr Front-wheel Drive 290 Hp, 252 Lb-Ft., N/A, 3968 Weight, 18 City / 25 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, front-wheel, 6-spd transmission	7.5 sec, 16 @ 87
3.3L SX 4dr Front-wheel Drive 290 Hp, 252 Lb-Ft., N/A, 3968 Weight, 18 City / 25 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, front-wheel, 6-spd transmission	7.5 sec, 16 @ 87
3.3L SXL 4dr Front-wheel Drive 290 Hp, 252 Lb-Ft., N/A, 3968 Weight, 18 City / 25 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, front-wheel, 6-spd transmission	7.5 sec, 16 @ 87
2.0T EX 4dr Front-wheel Drive 240 Hp, 260 Lb-Ft., intercooled turbo, 3878 Weight, 20 City / 27 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, front-wheel, 6-spd transmission	8 sec, 16.2 @ 87
2.4L LX 4dr All-wheel Drive 185 Hp, 178 Lb-Ft., N/A, 3840 Weight, 21 City / 25 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, all-wheel drive, 6-spd transmission	8.7 sec, 16.4 @ 85
2.4L L 4dr Front-wheel Drive 185 Hp, 178 Lb-Ft., N/A, 3704 Weight, 21 City / 28 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, front-wheel, 6-spd transmission	9.1 sec, 16.9 @ 83
2.4L LX 4dr Front-wheel Drive 185 Hp, 178 Lb-Ft., N/A, 3704 Weight, 21 City / 28 Hwy mpg, 4-wheel disc, front-wheel, 6-spd transmission	9.1 sec, 16.9 @ 83

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Kia Sorento 0-60 mph acceleration across years

Year of a Model	0-60 times, Quarter mile
2022	7.2 - 8.6 sec, 16.4 @ 0 mph
2021	9.9 sec, 17.2 @ 0 mph
2020	9.9 sec, 17.2 @ 0 mph
2019	7.2 sec, 15.7 @ 87 mph
2018	7.2 - 9.1 sec, 15.7 @ 91 - 16.9 @ 83 mph
2017	7.1 - 9.1 sec, 15.4 @ 91 - 16.9 @ 83 mph
2016	7 - 9.1 sec, 15.6 @ 91 - 16.9 @ 83 mph
2015	5.7 - 8.3 sec, 14.2 @ 100 - 16.2 @ 86 mph
2014	5.7 - 8.3 sec, 14.2 @ 100 - 16.2 @ 86 mph
2013	6 - 9.5 sec, 14.6 @ 97 - 17 @ 83 mph
2012	6 - 9.6 sec, 14.6 @ 97 - 17.1 @ 83 mph
2011	5.8 - 9.6 sec, 14.4 @ 98 - 17.1 @ 82 mph
2009	6.6 - 7.4 sec, 14.9 @ 92 - 15.5 @ 88 mph
2008	6.6 - 7.5 sec, 14.9 @ 92 - 15.6 @ 87 mph
2007	6.5 - 7 sec, 14.9 @ 92 - 15.3 @ 90 mph
2006	8.8 - 9.7 sec, 16.6 @ 85 - 16.9 @ 80 mph
2005	9.1 - 9.5 sec, 16.5 @ 85 - 16.8 @ 80 mph
2004	8.8 - 9.5 sec, 16.4 @ 85 - 16.8 @ 81 mph
2003	8.8 - 9 sec, 16.4 @ 83 - 16.7 @ 81 mph

Kia Sorento competitors' 0-60 mph acceleration

Dodge Durango 0-60
- Zero To Sixty 4.1 - 8 sec
- Quarter Mile 12.7 @ 0 - 15 @ 0 mph
Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 0-60
- Zero To Sixty 4.5 - 6.7 sec
- Quarter Mile 15.2 @ 0 mph
Ford Explorer 0-60
- Zero To Sixty 5.3 - 5.9 sec
- Quarter Mile 13.8 @ 0 - 14.4 @ 0 mph
Honda Crosstour 0-60
- Zero To Sixty 5.9 - 9 sec
- Quarter Mile 14.4 @ 97 - 16.7 @ 88 mph
Ford Edge 0-60
- Zero To Sixty 6.1 - 7.6 sec
- Quarter Mile 14.7 @ 0 - 15.9 @ 0 mph
GMC Acadia 0-60
- Zero To Sixty 6.1 - 8 sec
- Quarter Mile -
Honda Pilot 0-60
- Zero To Sixty 6.2 - 6.5 sec
- Quarter Mile 14.8 @ 0 mph
Hyundai Santa Fe 0-60
- Zero To Sixty 6.2 - 8.9 sec
- Quarter Mile 14.6 @ 0 - 16.6 @ 0 mph
Nissan Xterra 0-60
- Zero To Sixty 6.6 - 7 sec
- Quarter Mile 14.9 @ 92 - 15.4 @ 90 mph
Jeep Cherokee 0-60
- Zero To Sixty 6.7 sec
- Quarter Mile 15.2 @ 0 mph
Ford Flex 0-60
- Zero To Sixty 6.7 sec
- Quarter Mile 15.2 @ 0 mph
Nissan Pathfinder 0-60
- Zero To Sixty 6.7 - 7 sec
- Quarter Mile 16 @ 0 mph
Chevrolet Traverse 0-60
- Zero To Sixty 6.8 - 7 sec
- Quarter Mile 15.2 @ 0 - 15.4 @ 0 mph
Hyundai Santa Fe Sport 0-60
- Zero To Sixty 6.8 - 9 sec
- Quarter Mile 15 @ 90 - 16.8 @ 83 mph
Mazda CX-9 0-60
- Zero To Sixty 7.1 sec
- Quarter Mile 15.5 @ 0 mph
Nissan Murano 0-60
- Zero To Sixty 7.1 - 7.3 sec
- Quarter Mile -
Toyota Highlander 0-60
- Zero To Sixty 7.2 sec
- Quarter Mile 15.5 @ 0 mph
Toyota 4Runner 0-60
- Zero To Sixty 7.3 sec
- Quarter Mile 16.5 @ 0 mph
Jeep Grand Cherokee 0-60
- Zero To Sixty 7.4 - 7.7 sec
- Quarter Mile -
Toyota Venza 0-60
- Zero To Sixty 7.6 sec
- Quarter Mile 15.8 @ 0 mph
Mitsubishi Outlander 0-60
- Zero To Sixty 8.6 - 8.8 sec
- Quarter Mile 18.5 @ 0 mph
Dodge Journey 0-60
- Zero To Sixty 9.5 sec
- Quarter Mile 14.8 @ 80 mph

Cars with the same 0-60 time

Car	0-60 times, quarter mile
2022 Chevrolet Blazer	7.2 sec, 15.5 @ 0
2022 Ford F-250	7.2 sec, 0 @ 0
2022 Ford F-350	7.2 sec, 15.6 @ 0
2022 GMC Yukon XL	7.2 sec, 16.7 @ 0
2022 Kia Sportage	7.2 sec, 15.3 @ 0
2022 MINI Countryman	7.2 sec, 0 @ 0

The Kia Sorento is one of the most ideal mid-size crossover SUVs for those looking further than the ordinary minivan. The standard powertrain is a 185-horsepower inline-4. For 2019, buyers get a diesel engine while the 240-horsepower turbo-4 and 290-horsepower V6 remain optional.

There are 5- and 7-seater versions available. Optional features include Android Auto, navigation and Apple CarPlay. There are also premium interior fittings that add to the weight of the Sorento. The standard model features a 6-speed-automatic that powers the front wheels. Towing capacity for the all-wheel-drive is up to 5,000 pounds.

The L trim is the rarest amongst the Sorento’s. It features a 2.4-liter inline-4 that makes 178 pound-feet of torque and 185 horsepower. The power is transmitted to the front wheels via a 6-speed automatic.

The turbo-4 generates about 260 pound-feet of torque and 240 horsepower. The driving is perky, and the car reaches peak torque at just 1,450 rpm. The 6-speed-automatic delivers well without too much noise.

On paper, the V6 looks good. It makes 252 pound-feet of torque and 290 horsepower. Its peak torque, however, arrives later. It feels like the best version within the line as it launches without drama. The 6-speed-automatic functions pretty well in all versions, including in the V6.

Kia offers buyers three modes: Comfort, Eco, and Sport. Much of what changes in between the modes is the steering and shift points. The throttle doesn’t experience any changes and it shouldn’t. The system is already quite sensitive as it is.

The Sorento isn’t an off-roading champion. However, the optional all-wheel-drive allows it to perform equally well if not better than most medium-size crossovers. The differential lock balances power 50/50. In addition, a 7.3-inch ground clearance, torque-vectoring functionality, and an all-weather system help the Sorento to brake without fuss.

The driving feel is fluid thanks to a fine-tuned electric steering and an independent suspension. The car is smooth and takes on the road with a lot of confidence and control. The front-wheel-drive turbo-4 can tow up to 3,500 pounds while the all-wheel-drive makes 5,000 pounds.

The current Sorento model first hit the showrooms in 2016. It’s neat and elegant. Its mature chrome and semi-prominent grille allow it to fit right into the crossover market. It carries better looks than what you see in some exaggerated American and Asian utility vehicles. The corners are well-detailed thanks to the LED lighting.

The interior is an improvement to what we had in the previous model. Items are organized and polished. There are soft-touch finishes in the base model and appealing leather upholstery in the higher models. The Sorento is dashing and functional. The essential controls are placed higher for easy access.

The 2018 Kia Sorento L trim comes with auto on/off headlights and a rearview camera. The LX adds a Cool and Connected package with the AWD variant featuring a third-row. The turbocharged EX comes with power-folding side mirrors, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, hands-free smart power liftgate, standard auto up/down passenger windows and a 7.0-inch multi-information display. The EX V6 variant adds a novel Advanced Touring Package and automatic emergency braking. The SX trim features an auto-dimming rearview mirror and rain-sensing wipers as standard.

Written by William Mutugi

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