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Kia Sorento 2022
Carsguide Deputy News Editor Tom White had this to say at the time: Hybrid tech without a plug has proven to be the level of electrification most Australians are ready for, and while the PHEV version of the Sorento is lovely, this HEV version is every bit as good and almost as efficient in the real world, which speaks volumes about the price difference between the two.
You can read the full review here.This is what Tom White liked most about this particular version of the Kia Sorento: Punchy modern hybrid, Excellent fuel efficiency, Superb design
The 2022 Kia Sorento carries a braked towing capacity of up to 2000 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.
The Kia Sorento is also known as the Naza Sorento (Malaysia) and the Pyeonghwa Ppeokkuggi 2405 (North Korea) in markets outside Australia.
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Kia Sorento 2022 Price and Specs
Pricing guides
| Kia Sorento Model | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GT-Line 7 Seat | SUV | 2.2L Diesel 8 SP AUTO | $57,640 | $66,220 | |
| GT-Line 7 Seat | SUV | 3.5L ULP 8 SP | $54,890 | $63,140 | |
| GT-Line 7 Seat HEV AWD | SUV | 1.6L Hyb/ULP 6 SP | $65,230 | $75,020 | |
| GT-Line 7 Seat HEV FWD | SUV | 1.6L Hyb/ULP 6 SP | $62,480 | $71,830 | |
Kia Sorento 2022 Q&As
Check out real-world situations relating to the Kia Sorento 2022 here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.
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What's a good hybrid car to buy?
The default purchase for somebody looking for a mid-sized hybrid SUV is the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid. But if that’s too big, there’s the Toyota Yaris Cross Hybrid, C-HR Hybrid and even the Corolla Cross Hybrid which sounds like the marketplace is getting crowded but is really just a reflection of the appetite right now for cars like these. And that’s the catch; the waiting times for a brand-new example of some of these cars is out to many months and even years. So your plan to shop second-hand makes plenty of sense, but don’t expect any bargains in a market currently being dominated by lots of demand and less supply.
Beyond the Toyota brand (which has been doing hybrids longer than just about anybody else) there’s also the Mazda CX-30, Subaru XV Hybrid, Haval Jolion Hybrid, Kia Niro, Subaru Forester Hybrid, Nissan Qashqai e-Power, MG HS, Honda HR-V e and more. For something a bit bigger, try the Kia Sorento or Hyundai Santa Fe hybrids. There are others out there, too, that are probably bigger or more expensive than you need, but it's very much a growing scene in the Australian marketplace.
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Kia Sorento 2022 Seats
Every Sorento variant in Australia offers seven seats, with the first and second row on rails to maximise the available space for adults. Seats can be had with either cloth or leather trim, and with or without electrical adjust depending on the variant. Higher variants offer heated seats for the first and second row, and ventilation for the first row.
Kia Sorento 2022 Towing capacity
The Kia Sorento’s towing capacity ranges from 1350kg to 2000kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.
| Kia Sorento Model | Body Type | Specs | Braked Capacity | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S 7 Seat | SUV | 3.5L,ULP,8 SP | 2000kg | |
| Sport 7 Seat | SUV | 3.5L,ULP,8 SP | 2000kg | |
| S 7 Seat | SUV | 2.2L,Diesel,8 SP AUTO | 2000kg | |
| Sport 7 Seat | SUV | 2.2L,Diesel,8 SP AUTO | 2000kg | |
Kia Sorento 2022 Colours
The Sorento is available in a total of seven colours, including two whites, two blues, a silver, a grey, and black. Premium shades wear an extra cost of $695.
- Snow White Pearl
- Mineral Blue
- Gravity Blue
- Clear White
- Silky Silver
- Steel Grey
- Aurora Black Pearl
Kia Sorento 2022 Dimensions
Dimensions for the 2022 Kia Sorento are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1900mm x 1700mm and can vary on the basis of model.
| Kia Sorento Model | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S 7 Seat | SUV | 1700x1900x4810 mm | 176 mm | |
| Sport 7 Seat | SUV | 1700x1900x4810 mm | 176 mm | |
| Sport+ 7 Seat | SUV | 1700x1900x4810 mm | 176 mm | |
| GT-Line 7 Seat | SUV | 1700x1900x4810 mm | 176 mm | |
Kia Sorento 2022 Interior
The Sorento interior is a versatile space, offering sufficient room for adults across all three rows. Every Sorento variant in Australia has seven seats, even the PHEV, with little extra room lost to its underfloor battery. The standard interior offers cloth manually adjustable seats in every row, while top-spec grades offer quilted Nappa leather with electrical adjust for the front passengers.
Kia Sorento 2022 Accessories
Standard gear on top-spec GT-Line grades includes a 10.25-inch multimedia touchscreen, 12.3-inch digital dash, 8.0-inch head up display, Quilted Nappa leather interior trim, full electrical adjust for the front seats with both heating and ventilation, dual-zone climate control, heated rear seats, a panoramic sunroof, LED headlights, keyless entry with push-start ignition, ambient interior lighting, a 360-degree parking suite, and a motorised tailgate.
Kia Sorento 2022 Boot Space
The Sorento normally has VDA boot capacities of 2011L with the second and third rows down, 616L with the second row up, and 187L with the third row up. However, the plug-in hybrid variant loses a small amount of space, offering 1988L with the second and third rows down, 604L with the second row up, and 175L with the third row up.
Kia Sorento 2022 Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption for the 2022 Kia Sorento is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Kia Sorento currently offers fuel consumption from 1.6 to 9.7L/100km. The Kia Sorento is available with the following fuel types: Diesel, ULP and Hyb/ULP.
| Kia Sorento Model | Body Type | Specs | Fuel Consumption | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GT-Line 7 Seat | SUV | 2.2L,Diesel,8 SP AUTO | 6.1L/100km | |
| GT-Line 7 Seat | SUV | 3.5L,ULP,8 SP | 9.7L/100km | |
| GT-Line 7 Seat HEV AWD | SUV | 1.6L,Hyb/ULP,6 SP | 5.8L/100km | |
| S 7 Seat | SUV | 2.2L,Diesel,8 SP AUTO | 6.1L/100km | |
| Sport 7 Seat | SUV | 2.2L,Diesel,8 SP AUTO | 6.1L/100km | |
| Sport+ 7 Seat | SUV | 2.2L,Diesel,8 SP AUTO | 6.1L/100km | |
Kia Sorento 2022 Wheel size
Wheel size for the 2022 Kia Sorento will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models.The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted.
| Kia Sorento Model | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S 7 Seat | SUV | 235x65 R17 | — | 235x65 R17 | — | |
| Sport 7 Seat | SUV | 235x60 R18 | — | 235x60 R18 | — | |
| Sport+ 7 Seat | SUV | 235x55 R19 | — | 235x55 R19 | — | |
| GT-Line 7 Seat | SUV | 255x45 R20 | — | 255x45 R20 | — | |
Kia Sorento 2022 Speed
Kia does not offer official 0-100km/h times for any Sorento variant. Independent testing places sprint times between 7 - 9 seconds depending on variant.