Kia Sorento vs Kia Sportage Comparison

Kia Sorento vs. Kia Sportage

Are you in the market for an exciting new SUV to drive all over Dallas, TX? When you visit Vanguard Kia of Arlington, you can check out our selection of new Kia SUVs, one of which might be ideal for you. Models like the Kia Sorento and Kia Sportage are fun to drive and provide plenty of versatility for commuting to work, road trips, and family outings. But which option is right for you? Here is how the Sorento and Sportage compare to each other.

Performance

The Sorento comes standard with a 2.5-liter I4 engine that produces 191 horsepower and 181 pound-feet of torque. Dallas, TX, drivers who want a Sorento with boosted power can opt for an available 2.5-liter turbocharged I4 engine that produces 281 horsepower and 311 pound-feet of torque. The standard engine is paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission, while turbocharged models add a dual-clutch to the transmission.

Every new Sportage model comes standard with a 2.5-liter I4 engine that produces 187 horsepower and 178 pound-feet of torque. The engine is paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. Both the Sorento and Sportage come standard with front-wheel drive, and both models offer available all-wheel drive for customers who want extra traction.

Design & Interior

The Sorento is a three-row SUV that comes with either six or seven seats. When you need to transport your belongings in Fort Worth, you can find 12.6 cubic feet of cargo volume behind the rear seats, 38.5 cubic feet behind the middle seats, and 75.5 cubic feet of cargo volume. The Sportage is a five-seater crossover. For storage, you can utilize 39.6 cubic feet of cargo volume behind the rear seats and 74.1 cubic feet with the rear seats folded down.

A variety of helpful interior features are available on both the Sorento and the Sportage. These include dual-zone automatic climate control, power-adjustable front seats with heating and ventilation, and a heated steering wheel.

Exterior

Both the Sorento and Sportage are SUVs that can turn plenty of heads on the road in Irving. Both models feature an impressive front fascia with an intense grille and sleek LED headlights. Roof rails are available for both models, adding some ruggedness to their appearance while adding extra room for storage.

Technology

The Sorento now comes standard with an impressive 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen display. The Sportage comes standard with an eight-inch touchscreen, while offering a 12.3-inch display as an available upgrade. Both models come standard with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™. The Sorento comes standard with six speakers, and offers an available 12-speaker Bose® premium audio system as an upgrade. The Sportage also comes standard with six speakers, and offers an available eight-speaker Harmon Kardon premium audio system.

Safety

Both the Sorento and Sportage come standard with a suite of safety features, so you can always drive with confidence around Haltom City. These standard features include:

• Forward collision warning (alerts you to an impending collision so you can take preventative action)
• Automatic emergency braking (Automatically applies the brakes when necessary to prevent a collision)
• Lane-keeping assist (Automatically steers the vehicle back into the lane if the system detects unintentional drifting)

Blind spot monitoring and rear automatic braking are standard on the Sorento and available for the Sportage.

Take a New Kia Sorento and Sportage for a Test Drive Today

Do you want to see for yourself which Kia SUV is right for you in Grand Prairie? Then visit Vanguard Kia of Arlington and take both models for a test drive. A test drive is the best way to find out if a vehicle is right for you, so to schedule yours, be sure to contact us today.