When you’re in the market for a mid-size or crossover SUV, deciding which is the best option for you can be a challenge. Here, we’ll break down the differences between the Kia Sorento and the Kia Sportage to help you decide between two of the most popular selections in the Lanham, MD, market.
Selecting the Right SUV
Fuel Efficiency and Power
The Sportage is slightly more fuel-efficient than the Sorento. The Sportage gets up to 25 mpg in the city and 32 mpg on the highway, 28 mpg combined. The Sorento produces 24 mpg in the city and 29 mpg on the highway, for 26 mpg combined. The difference is not large, but it may add up over time.
While both run on a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine, the Sorento does offer a little more power, with 191 horsepower at 6,100 rpm and 181 pound-feet of torque at 4,000 rpm, compared to the Sportage, with an inline 4-cylinder, that produces 187 horsepower at 6,100 rpm and 178 pound-feet of torque at 4,000 rpm.
Space and Comfort
One key difference is the third row of seating that comes standard in the Sorento. The Sportage offers passenger and cargo space for five, while the Sorento gives you an extra row of seating for up to seven passengers that is comfortable but less roomy for each person than the Sportage.
In both models, the rear seats easily fold down to provide generous cargo space. The Sorento has 12.6 cubic feet with all three rows in position, 38.5 cubic feet with the third row folded down, and 75.5 cubic feet with both rear seats folded down. The Sportage gives you 39.6 cubic feet behind the rear seat or 74.1 cubic feet with the rear seat folded down.
Towing
If you’re looking to pull a trailer, you may want to consider the Sorento over the Sportage. In addition to a little more power from the engine, the Sorento has a slightly longer wheelbase at 110.8 inches compared to the Sportage at 108.5 inches. When properly equipped, the Sportage has a towing capacity of up to 2,500 pounds, while a properly-equipped Sorento can pull up to 3,500 pounds.
Top-Quality Service in Lanham, MD
Your local Kia dealer can help you keep your Sportage or Sorento in top working condition with regular maintenance or any needed repairs and upgrades, like towing brakes. Highly trained technicians and original Kia parts will help ensure that everything works exactly as it should to keep you on the road.
If you’re trying to decide between these two exceptional options, it’s worth taking a look inside these SUVs to help you know which feels right for you. Come down to DARCARS Kia of Lanham today to test them out.
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