“great size SUV for fitting comfortably in a garage; has the extra back row just in case you need it however it is only fit for kids and there is no air ventilation in the 3rd row. Overall a great car; looks classy and drives beautifully.”
2024 Kia Sorento: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
For 2024, the biggest change is a mid-cycle refresh for gas-only Kia Sorento models, bringing a more upright look, a redesigned dashboard, and newer display tech. The Sorento Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid mostly carry over with the earlier exterior and cabin layout.
About the 2024 Kia Sorento
4th-generation Sorento. Gas-only 2024 Sorento models are the refresh year; 2024 Sorento Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid stay on the earlier 4th-generation look and adopt the refresh for 2025.
Kia positions the Sorento as a midsize three-row SUV for families who want flexibility without stepping up to a larger SUV. Its main draw is choice: regular gas power, a hybrid, or a plug-in hybrid, plus more rugged X-Line and X-Pro versions for buyers who want extra all-weather and light-trail capability. Compared with many rivals, Sorento stands out by mixing family seating, strong tech, and multiple powertrain choices in one model range.
The refreshed gas lineup ranges from the straightforward three-row LX to the comfort-focused EX and the more tech-rich turbo SX. EX has second-row captain’s chairs, heated front seats, and a power liftgate, while SX adds ventilated front seats and surround-view cameras. The new AWD X-Pro SX Prestige is the trail-and-towing standout; the Hybrid focuses on fuel economy, while the Plug-in Hybrid supports short-trip electric driving.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
The gas-only SX-Prestige powertrain leaves the lineup. The familiar 2.5-liter gas engines and 1.6-liter turbo-hybrid systems otherwise carry over.
Styling
Gas models get a more upright front end, vertical rear lighting, and redesigned bumpers. The Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid retain the earlier look. Roof rails are no longer standard on the gas S or SX.
Safety
Upper gas trims add newer driver aids, including adaptive cruise control that learns driving patterns and an updated highway driving-assistance system. Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid safety hardware is largely unchanged.
Tech
Gas models get a redesigned dashboard, a standard 12.3-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, USB-C ports, and newer digital-key features on upper trims. The Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid keep the earlier cabin tech.
Structural
The new X-Pro SX Prestige adds standard AWD, trail-focused 17-inch wheels, and a 4,500-pound towing rating. The former X-Line S continues under the X-Line SX name. Gas EX, SX, and X-Line EX models have six seats in 2024, versus seven in 2023.
2024 Kia Sorento specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, GDI, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, Turbo, 1.6 Liter / 4-Cyl, Turbo, GDI, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, GDI, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, GDI, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, GDI, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, GDI, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, Turbo, GDI, 1.6 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, Turbo, 1.6 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, GDI, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, GDI, 2.5 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 6-Spd / Automatic, 8-Spd Dual-Clutch | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd Dual-Clutch | Automatic, 8-Spd Dual-Clutch | Automatic, 8-Spd Dual-Clutch | Automatic, 6-Spd | Automatic, 6-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd Dual-Clutch | Automatic, 8-Spd Dual-Clutch |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Hybrid / Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Plug-In Hybrid | Hybrid | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 23 mpg | 20–39 mpg | 23 mpg | 20 mpg | 20 mpg | 20 mpg | 36 mpg | 20 mpg | 20 mpg | |
| MPG Highway | 31 mpg | 29–35 mpg | 31 mpg | 29 mpg | 27 mpg | 27 mpg | 33 mpg | 27 mpg | 27 mpg | |
| Horsepower | 191 hp | 227–281 hp | 191 hp | 281 hp | 281 hp | 281 hp | 261 hp | 227 hp | 281 hp | 281 hp |
| Torque | 181 lb-ft | 195–311 lb-ft | 181 lb-ft | 311 lb-ft | 311 lb-ft | 311 lb-ft | 195 lb-ft | 195 lb-ft | 311 lb-ft | 311 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 2000 lb | 1654–3500 lb | 2000 lb | 3500 lb | 3500 lb | 3500 lb | 2000 lb | 1654 lb | 4500 lb | 3500 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 75.5 cu-ft | 75.5 cu-ft | 75.5 cu-ft | 75.5 cu-ft | 75.5 cu-ft | 75.5 cu-ft | 75.5 cu-ft | 75.5 cu-ft | 75.5 cu-ft | 75.5 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 29.6 in | 29.6 in | 29.6 in | 29.6 in | 29.6 in | 29.6 in | 29.6 in | 29.6 in | 29.6 in | 29.6 in |
| Seats | 7 | 6 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Electric Range | 32 | |||||||||
| MPGe Combined | 79 | |||||||||
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| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | ||||||||||
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| 360 Camera | ||||||||||
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| Alloy Wheels | ||||||||||
| Fog Lights | ||||||||||
| LED Headlights | ||||||||||
| LED Tail Lights | ||||||||||
| Panorama Moon Roof | ||||||||||
| Power Close Liftgate/Trunk | ||||||||||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | ||||||||||
| Rear Spoiler | ||||||||||
| Roof Rails | ||||||||||
| LCD Instrument Cluster | ||||||||||
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| Satellite Radio | ||||||||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||||||||
| 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 | ||||||||||
| Leather Seats | ||||||||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | ||||||||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | ||||||||||
| Power Driver Seat | ||||||||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||||||||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||||||||
| Rear Window Shades | ||||||||||
| Reclining Rear Seats | ||||||||||
| Remote Start | ||||||||||
| Third Row Seat | ||||||||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||||||||||
Frequently asked questions
Did every 2024 Kia Sorento get the refreshed styling?
No. The refreshed front end, rear lighting, bumpers, dashboard, and display layout apply to gas-only 2024 Sorento models. The 2024 Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid mostly retain the earlier design and cabin.
What changed inside the 2024 gas Kia Sorento?
The 2024 gas Sorento gets a redesigned dashboard and a standard 12.3-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. It also adds USB-C ports, while upper trims receive newer digital-key and driver-assistance features.
What is new about the 2024 Kia Sorento X-Pro SX Prestige?
The X-Pro SX Prestige is a new gas trim for 2024 with standard AWD, trail-focused 17-inch wheels, and a 4,500-pound towing rating. It combines that added capability with the richer seating and camera features of an upper trim.
Did the 2024 Kia Sorento Hybrid receive the same refresh as the gas model?
No. The 2024 Sorento Hybrid mostly carries over with the earlier exterior design, dashboard, and cabin technology. Its 1.6-liter turbo-hybrid powertrain also continues.
2024 Kia Sorento Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2024 Kia Sorento.
4.3
2024 Kia Sorento
(72 reviews)
“The vehicle is very good, spacious, but the engine is not very strong, sometimes it is slow, and the autonomous steering needs to improve, it has serious flaws that are noticeable on the road”
“The dual Climate Control System and Media/Audio system set up SUCKS. Why would you do that??? They need to be separate so while I'm driving, I don't have to look down at which button to push to make the systems switch back and forth.”
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