The 2022 Kia Sorento is a midsize SUV that’s perfect for families, adventurers, and lovers of luxury alike. The three-row Sorento boasts a rugged exterior design, a long list of standard safety tech features, and enough comfort and infotainment to make even the longest drives fly by.
The 2022 Kia Sorento is offered at eight trim levels: LX, S, X-Line S AWD, EX, X-Line EX AWD, SX, SX Prestige, and X-Line SX Prestige AWD.
The 2022 Kia Sorento takes a confident and rugged stance atop 17-inch alloy wheels in the LX model and 18-20-inch wheels on other models. Standard exterior features include body-color door handles, power-adjustable and heated side mirrors, a rear spoiler, solar control glass, and LED headlights with auto light control and high beam assist. X-Line models come with increased ground clearance to help them navigate tricky off-road terrain, and roof rack rails are available to increase the Sorento’s cargo capacity.
You’ll never be bored behind the wheel of the 2022 Kia Sorento thanks to its plethora of on-board technology. An 8-inch touch screen is standard on the entry-level LX model, while the rest of the lineup gets a larger 10.25-inch touch screen. The entire lineup also comes with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility, Bluetooth® wireless technology, and a six-speaker audio system. All but the LX also offer Kia Connect Remote Connectivity, SiriusXM® Satellite Radio, navigation, multi-device audio streaming, and voice recognition.
The 2022 Sorento was built with your comfort in mind. Cloth seat trim is standard on the LX, with the mid-range models getting SynTex seats and the SC Prestige models getting genuine leather seats. All models except the LX have heated seats to ensure warmth on even the coldest days. The SX Prestige models extend the heated seats to the rear and add ventilation to the front seats. All but the base model come with dual-zone automatic climate control to help everyone feel comfortable and at their optimal temperature when on the road.
As technology advances, so do the safety features in every Kia Sorento. For 2022, Kia Drive Wise comes as a standard feature on all models. This driver assistance technology suite includes standard Automatic Emergency Braking, as well as available Blind Spot Detection, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Technology, and Surround View and Blind Spot Monitors.
Other standard safety tech features include Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist-Ped, Lane Departure Warning, Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Following Assist, Intelligent Speed Limit Assist, Driver Attention Warning with Leading Vehicle Departure Alert, Rear View Monitor with Dynamic Parking Guidance, and Rear Occupant Alert with Ultrasonic Sensors. On higher trim levels, you’ll also get Highway Driving Assist, Navigation-Based Smart Cruise Control, Parking Distance Warning (Forward), and Parking Collision-Avoidance Assistance (Reverse).
Whether you’re looking for power or efficiency, the 2022 Kia Sorento lineup has the perfect powertrain for you. The standard 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine is rated at 191 horsepower and 181 lb-ft of torque, with fuel economy ratings of 23 mpg in the city, 25 mpg on the highway, and 24 mpg combined.[1] There’s also a 2.5-liter turbo option that increases horsepower to 281 and torque to 311 lb-ft — incredible performance numbers for a midsize SUV. The available Turbo Hybrid engine pumps out 227 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque and achieves up to 37 mpg combined.[1] Finally, the Turbo Plug-In Hybrid engine is rated at 79 combined MPGe, making it the ideal powertrain for those looking for the ultimate in efficiency.[1]
If you think the 2022 Kia Sorento might be your perfect match, come to VanDevere Kia in Akron, Ohio, to experience it for yourself with a test drive.
[1] MPG based on EPA estimates (based on a full battery for PHEV). Actual mileage will vary with options, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and your vehicle's condition. For PHEV, mileage and range will also vary based on charging practice, battery age, weather, and temperature. Battery capacity will decrease with time and use. For more information, please see www.fueleconomy.gov.