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2015 Kia Sorento: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2015 Kia Sorento is mostly a carryover from 2014. The main change is more standard equipment on EX and Limited-SXL, led by standard third-row seating.
About the 2015 Kia Sorento
2nd generation Sorento (XM, 2011-2015), final U.S. model year after the major 2014 refresh.
Kia positions the Sorento as a family crossover that sits between typical compact SUVs and larger three-row models. Its appeal is straightforward: available seven-passenger flexibility, a quiet and comfortable ride, a more upscale cabin than many value-priced rivals, and a strong list of convenience features for the money. In 2015, that middle-ground size and value-first but not stripped-down character are what most clearly set the Sorento apart.
The LX is the practical entry trim, while the V6-powered EX adds leather, heated front seats, and keyless start. SX emphasizes features such as an 8-inch navigation touchscreen, a panoramic sunroof, blind-spot detection, and ventilated front seats, while Limited-SXL adds Nappa leather, a heated steering wheel, and heated second-row seats.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
The four-cylinder LX's maximum highway fuel-economy rating rose from 26 to 27 mpg. The broader engine and transmission lineup carried over.
Tech and equipment
Premium audio and a third-row seat became standard on EX, while the third row also became standard on Limited-SXL. Kia also separated navigation from the previous UVO and Infinity audio bundle on some builds.
2015 Kia Sorento specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V6, GDI, 3.3 Liter | 4-Cyl, GDI, 2.4 Liter / V6, GDI, 3.3 Liter | V6, GDI, 3.3 Liter | V6, GDI, 3.3 Liter |
| Transmission | Auto, 6-Spd OD Sptmatc | Auto, 6-Spd OD Sptmatc | Auto, 6-Spd OD Sptmatc | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive & Sportmatic |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 18 mpg | 18–20 mpg | 18 mpg | 18 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 25 mpg | 25–27 mpg | 25 mpg | 25 mpg |
| Horsepower | 290 hp | 191–290 hp | 290 hp | 290 hp |
| Torque | 252 lb-ft | 181–252 lb-ft | 252 lb-ft | 252 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 3500 lb | 1650 lb | 3500 lb | 3500 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 72.5 cu-ft | 72.5 cu-ft | 72.5 cu-ft | 72.5 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 31.7 in | 31.7 in | 31.7 in | 31.7 in |
| Seats | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Automatic Headlights | ||||
| Automatic Leveling Headlights | ||||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||||
| Rear Parking Sensors | ||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||
| Fog Lights | ||||
| HID Headlights | ||||
| Heated Windshield | ||||
| LED Tail Lights | ||||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | ||||
| Panorama Moon Roof | ||||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | ||||
| Power Liftgate/Trunk Release | ||||
| Rear Spoiler | ||||
| Roof Rails | ||||
| Bluetooth | ||||
| LCD Instrument Cluster | ||||
| Navigation System | ||||
| Premium Audio | ||||
| Satellite Radio | ||||
| Subwoofer | ||||
| USB Ports | ||||
| 115V Power Outlet | ||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||||
| Dual Power Front Seats | ||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||
| Rear Air Conditioning | ||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||
| Heated Rear Seats | ||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||||
| Interior Ambient Lighting | ||||
| Leather Seats | ||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | ||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | ||||
| Power Driver Seat | ||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||
| Rear Window Shades | ||||
| Remote Start | ||||
| Third Row Seat | ||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||||
Frequently asked questions
Was the 2015 Kia Sorento redesigned?
No. The 2015 Sorento carried over the heavily updated 2014 design and was the final U.S. model year before the all-new 2016 Sorento.
What equipment became standard on the 2015 Kia Sorento?
The EX gained standard premium audio and a standard third-row seat. The Limited-SXL also gained a standard third-row seat.
Did the 2015 Kia Sorento get better fuel economy than the 2014 model?
Yes, but only slightly for one version. The four-cylinder LX's maximum highway rating increased from 26 to 27 mpg, while the broader powertrain lineup carried over.
Is the 2015 Kia Sorento a major upgrade over the 2014 model?
No. The 2015 model is largely the same vehicle, with modest equipment reshuffling and a small highway fuel-economy improvement for the four-cylinder LX rather than a redesign or broad technology update.
Is the 2015 Kia Sorento the last model before the redesign?
Yes. The 2015 Sorento was the final U.S. model year of this generation, followed by the all-new 2016 model.
2015 Kia Sorento Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2015 Kia Sorento.
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