2025 Kia Sorento Review

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Future Kia of Clovis presents the 2025 Kia Sorento!

A trusted name in the SUV world, the 2025 Kia Sorento continues to raise the bar with its versatile lineup, refreshed styling, and a broad selection of powertrain options. While the engine choices carry over from previous years, the 2025 model brings a new twist: following the 2024 facelift for the gas-powered models, the hybrid and plug-in hybrid versions now also adopt Kia’s latest futuristic design language.  As a compact three-row SUV, the 2025 Kia Sorento remains an ideal choice for families across Fresno, Visalia, Madera, and Hanford, offering spacious first and second rows, a kid-friendly third row, and an outstanding balance of comfort and practicality that's tough to beat in its segment. Adventure-seekers will also find a match in the newer X-Pro trim—built for off-road capability while maintaining Kia’s signature refinement, technology, and modern styling.  Tech updates are front and center across the entire 2025 Kia Sorento lineup. All models now come equipped with an updated infotainment interface, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and most trims feature a huge 12.3-inch touchscreen. Even the base trims are well-equipped, offering a 4.3-inch driver information display to keep essential data within easy reach.  Fuel-conscious drivers will find the 2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid models especially compelling, delivering up to 37 MPG in the hybrid and an impressive 79 MPGe in the plug-in hybrid version, making them top picks for eco-friendly driving without sacrificing versatility.  Here at Future Kia of Clovis, we’re proud to offer all 11 trim levels of the 2025 Kia Sorento for sale at an unbeatable price, ensuring that whether you're searching for a gas-powered model, a hybrid, or a plug-in hybrid, there's a Sorento perfectly suited to your needs. Join us as we dive deeper into the engine options, interior features, and full trim breakdown to help you find your perfect match.

Engine Specs and Fuel Economy

The 2025 Kia Sorento is for sale on our lot in Clovis, and  continues to impress with a well-rounded lineup of proven and efficient powertrains. Starting off, the standard engine is a 2.5-liter four-cylinder paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission, producing 191 horsepower. This setup provides a balanced drive ideal for everyday commuting, with a 0-60 mph time of around nine seconds. Fuel economy remains a strong point with front-wheel-drive models achieving an estimated 26 MPG combined, while all-wheel-drive versions deliver around 24 MPG combined.  For drivers craving extra performance, higher gas trims offer a turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine, also mated to an eight-speed automatic. This turbocharged option kicks things up a notch with 281 horsepower and 311 lb-ft of torque, delivering quicker acceleration and a more exhilarating driving experience without sacrificing everyday usability.  Those prioritizing efficiency will appreciate the 2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid, which combines a turbocharged 1.6-liter gasoline engine with an electric motor for a total system output of 277 horsepower. Not only are these hybrids a bit quicker than the base gas models, but they also boast impressive fuel economy at 37 MPG combined for FWD variants and 34 MPG combined for AWD models, making them an excellent choice for eco-conscious families.  Last but certainly not least is the 2025 Kia Sorento Plug-in Hybrid, which pairs the same turbocharged 1.6-liter engine with a 66.9-kW electric motor and a 13.8-kWh battery pack. Together, they deliver 261 horsepower and offer an estimated 32 miles of all-electric driving range.

Interior Highlights 

The 2025 Kia Sorento continues to set a high bar with an interior that masterfully blends rugged practicality and modern refinement. Thoughtfully designed for families and adventure-seekers alike, the Sorento’s cabin is packed with clever storage solutions, ensuring you have plenty of space for everything from road trip essentials to daily necessities.  Up front, the seats are engineered for lasting comfort and support, available in a range of materials to suit your lifestyle. Base models feature durable cloth upholstery, while higher trims offer soft-touch SynTex or luxurious premium leather seating surfaces. In standard configurations, a second-row bench comfortably seats three passengers, but those seeking more comfort and easier third-row access can opt for available second-row captain’s chairs.  Cargo space is another strong suit of the Sorento. Even with all three rows of seats in use, you'll have 12.6 cubic feet of storage. When you need extra room, folding down the second and third rows expands the space to a generous 75.5 cubic feet, making it easy to pack for weekend getaways, DIY projects, or larger hauls.  Enhancing the experience further, the 2025 Kia Sorento offers a range of advanced interior features, including an available panoramic digital display, customizable ambient lighting, and personalized comfort settings, allowing you to tailor the cabin environment exactly to your liking.

Trim Offerings

Future Kia of Clovis has the  2025 Kia Sorento for sale in an impressive range of trim levels, each thoughtfully crafted to meet the needs of drivers across Modesto, Tracy, Stockton, and Manteca. This year's lineup includes gas-powered models—LX, S, EX, SX, and SX Prestige—along with Hybrid options for the EX and SX Prestige, and a Plug-in Hybrid exclusive to the SX Prestige. For drivers seeking extra adventure-ready capability, Kia offers the X-Line package on the S, EX, and SX Prestige trims, while the X-Pro package—available on the SX Prestige—enhances off-road readiness with all-terrain tires and upgraded towing capacity.

LX

The value-focused base trim includes essentials like 17-inch alloy wheels, LED headlights, remote keyless entry, and a full suite of Kia Drive Wise safety features, including forward collision avoidance, lane-keeping assist, and rear cross-traffic alert. Inside, you’ll find a 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen, a 6-speaker audio system, and a 4.2-inch digital instrument cluster.

S

Stepping up to the S trim adds 18-inch wheels, push-button and remote start, faux leather seating, heated front seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, and a wireless smartphone charger. It also includes embedded navigation, a 10-way power driver’s seat, and the option to add a panoramic sunroof for an airy, open feel.

X-Line S

Built for adventurous drivers, the X-Line S trim adds standard all-wheel drive, rugged exterior styling, increased ground clearance, and unique roof rails, while retaining all the comfort and technology features of the S trim.

EX (Also available as a Hybrid)

EX introduces turbocharged performance with a 2.5-liter turbo engine paired to an 8-speed dual-clutch transmission. Additional highlights include 20-inch wheels, a hands-free smart power tailgate, heated front seats, and upgraded cabin materials for a more premium experience.

X-Line EX

Building on the EX’s foundation, the X-Line EX adds off-road styling cues, enhanced ride height, all-wheel drive, and the distinctive rugged look that defines the X-Line series.

SX

SX trim sharpens the Sorento’s style and tech, featuring LED taillights, power-folding mirrors, chrome exterior accents, and a panoramic sunroof. Inside, it upgrades to a 12.3-inch fully digital instrument cluster, ventilated front seats, and elegant interior finishes.

SX Prestige (Available as Gas, Hybrid, or Plug-in Hybrid)

At the top of the lineup, the SX Prestige offers true luxury. Key features include a 14-way power driver’s seat with memory settings, heated second-row captain’s chairs, premium leather upholstery, rear-window sunshades, and a 12-speaker Bose premium sound system. All-wheel drive, paddle shifters, and a dedicated Snow Mode add extra confidence for all seasons.

X-Line Prestige

For drivers wanting the best of both luxury and off-road capability, the X-Line Prestige blends the SX Prestige’s upscale features with X-Line ruggedness. It features exclusive bumpers, dark silver exterior accents, specialized wheels, and extra ground clearance for more adventurous journeys.

Future Kia of Clovis

Proudly serving the Central Valley, Future Kia of Clovis can’t wait to share our extensive knowledge of the specs of the 2025 Kia Sorento!  We take pride in providing quality service on all levels, whether you are coming in to look for a new vehicle, take a test drive, or maintain your Kia at our service department.  We want you to feel confident and cared for when you walk into our dealership, and that is why our staff takes pride in our knowledgeable and pressure-free customer service style!  If your family is looking for the impressive MPG ratings of a plug-in hybrid combined with the rugged exterior design of an SUV, and all of the modern technology you could hope for, look no further than the 2025 Kia Sorento, which also comes in a hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid! This thoughtfully designed and modern hybrid SUV is ready to impress everyone in Fresno, Visalia, Madera, Hanford and Clovis, and we are confident that once you experience the 2025 Kia Sorento, you won't be disappointed!  Thank you for joining Future Kia of Clovis in this review of the 2025 Kia Sorento, and we hope you can come check out all of the impressive trim levels today!