The Kia Sorento is the large, spacious SUV with room for up to 7 passengers. With hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains, four-wheel drive and a class-leading warranty, it is the natural choice for families who need more space without compromising on comfort or technology.
Technical Data
The Sorento (MQ4) is available as a full hybrid (HEV) and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) in Sweden. Both with a 1.6-litre turbo engine and automatic transmission.
| Specification | 1.6 T-GDI HEV | 1.6 T-GDI PHEV |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 230 hk | 265 hk |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission | 6AT | 6AT |
| Battery (PHEV) | – | 13,8 kWh |
| Electric range | – | approx. 57 km |
| Seats | 5 or 7 | 5 or 7 |
| Luggage space (5-seat) | 693 L | 693 L |
| Luggage space (7-seat) | 175 L | 175 L |
| Length × Width × Height | 4 810 × 1 900 × 1 700 mm | |
| Wheelbase | 2 815 mm | |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 2 000 kg | 1 500 kg |
| Warranty | 7 år / 150 000 km | |
Exterior & Interior
The Sorento has a robust, confident design with a vertical tiger nose grille and powerful shoulder lines. It looks like a car that can handle everything from motorway driving to forest roads – and it does. With its 4,810 mm length and 1,900 mm width, it has an impressive road presence.
The interior is spacious and well-crafted with a 12.3-inch infotainment screen, 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a comfortable driver's position. Material quality has taken a significant step up with soft surfaces, Nappa leather upholstery in higher trim levels and ambient lighting. The third row of seats folds completely flat into the floor – a clever engineering trick that maximises load capacity.
Family-Friendly
The Sorento is designed with the family in mind. With 7 seats across three rows, it can transport the whole family plus guests. The third row is best suited for children or shorter journeys, but represents good value compared to buying an even larger vehicle.
In the 5-seat configuration you get 693 litres of luggage space – among the best in class. ISOFIX anchors are available in the second and third rows (on the 7-seat version). Safety systems include automatic emergency braking with pedestrian and cyclist detection, blind spot warning with evasive steering assist and lane centring.
With AWD as standard on all versions in Sweden and a 2,000 kg towing capacity (HEV), the Sorento can tow a caravan or boat trailer – perfect for the active Swedish family.
Plug-in Hybrid
The Sorento PHEV delivers 265 hk from its hybrid system and has an electric range of approximately 57 km (WLTP). That is sufficient for daily commuting in most cases, and on longer journeys the petrol engine acts as a backup.
Charging is done with up to 7.2 kW AC, giving a full charge in approximately 2 hours. Note that the towing capacity is reduced to 1,500 kg on the PHEV version (compared to 2,000 kg on the HEV) due to the extra battery weight.
The PHEV Sorento benefits from reduced vehicle tax and benefit-in-kind value – a significant advantage for those driving a company car.
Prices 2025
| Version | Drive | Power | Seats | Price from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sorento HEV AWD | AWD | 230 hk | 5/7 | 549 900 kr |
| Sorento HEV AWD GT-Line | AWD | 230 hk | 5/7 | 579 900 kr |
| Sorento PHEV AWD | AWD | 265 hk | 5/7 | 599 900 kr |
| Sorento PHEV AWD GT-Line | AWD | 265 hk | 5/7 | 629 900 kr |
Comparison
Considering a large Kia SUV? The Sorento and the Kia EV9 are both 7-seaters, but with completely different powertrains.
| Kia Sorento HEV | Kia EV9 | |
|---|---|---|
| Drivetrain | Hybrid (petrol+electric) | 100% electric |
| Seats | 5/7 | 6/7 |
| Luggage (5-seat) | 693 L | 333 L |
| Towing capacity | 2 000 kg | 2 500 kg |
| Price from | 549 900 kr | 849 900 kr |
| Warranty | 7 år | 7 år |
| Running cost | Medium | Low |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, the Sorento is available with 7 seats across three rows. The third row folds completely flat into the floor. The 5-seat configuration provides 693 litres of luggage space.
The Sorento HEV AWD starts at 549,900 kr. The PHEV AWD costs from 599,900 kr. The GT-Line versions cost 579,900 kr and 629,900 kr respectively.
Yes, the Sorento HEV has a 2,000 kg braked towing capacity. The PHEV version has a 1,500 kg towing capacity. The HEV version is the better choice if you plan to tow heavier trailers.
The Sorento is cheaper and has more luggage space. The EV9 is fully electric with lower running costs. Choose the Sorento if budget and load capacity are important, the EV9 if you want to drive fully electric.
The Sorento PHEV has approximately 57 km of electric range (WLTP). In real-world conditions you can expect 40–50 km depending on driving conditions and temperature.