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2019 Kia Sorento

The 2019 Kia Sorento is a compact SUV, rated at 25 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for this model year.

2019 Kia Sorento
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Combined MPG
25
NHTSA safety
Starting price
$32,000
Recalls
2

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Model year2019
Vehicle classCompact SUV

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Displacement2.4 L
Cylinders4
TransmissionAutomatic (S6)
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG22
Highway MPG29
Combined MPG25
CO₂ tailpipe363 g/mi
EPA annual fuel cost$2500

Available configurations

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Sorento AWD23 MPG combined
Sorento AWD21 MPG combined
Sorento FWD25 MPG combined
Sorento FWD22 MPG combined

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City22 MPG
Highway29 MPG
Combined25 MPG

Efficiency vs class average

Sorento25 MPG
Class average32.2 MPG

About 22% below the class average.

Est. monthly payment
$564/mo
Amount financed
$28,800
Total interest
$5,010
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5-year fuel cost
$8,040

$1,608/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal

Combined MPG25
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Cost to own

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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
Overall
Frontal crash
Side crash
Rollover

Recalls (2)

  • TRAILER HITCHES22V703000 · 2022-09-19

    Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Sorento, 2021-2022 Sorento Hybrid (HEV), 2022-2023 Sorento Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV), and 2017-2022 Sportage vehicles equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Kia dealership. Debris and moisture accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.

    Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect the vehicle, and, as necessary, replace the fuse and/or tow hitch harness module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC249.

  • BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA23V639000 · 2023-09-15

    Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2019 Sorento vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, water may leak into the rearview camera, which can cause the rearview camera image not to appear on the display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rearview camera and add additional water proofing to the camera harness, or replace the camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 8, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC282.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MPG of the 2019 Kia Sorento?

The 2019 Kia Sorento is EPA-rated at 25 MPG combined (22 city / 29 highway).

Is the 2019 Kia Sorento reliable?

NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2019 Kia Sorento. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.

How safe is the 2019 Kia Sorento?

The 2019 Kia Sorento earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 5 stars in the frontal crash test.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2019 Kia Sorento?

At 12,000 miles per year, the 2019 Kia Sorento costs roughly $1,608 per year to fuel, or about $8,040 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.

What type of vehicle is the 2019 Kia Sorento?

The 2019 Kia Sorento is classified as a compact suv. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.

Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC