2013 Kia Sorento vs. 2014 Kia Sorento
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2013 Kia Sorento and 2014 Kia Sorento contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2013 Kia Sorento and the 2014 Kia Sorento.
When comparing the 2013 Kia Sorento's and the 2014 Kia Sorento's specifications and ratings, the 2013 Kia Sorento has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. The 2014 Kia Sorento has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The 2013 Kia Sorento and 2014 Kia Sorento have the same overall quality score Based on this comparison of the 2013 Kia Sorento's and the 2014 Kia Sorento's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: A used 2013 Kia Sorento ranges from $5,619 to $14,999 while a used 2014 Kia Sorento is priced between $6,770 to $16,993.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate, the 2013 Kia Sorento and the 2014 Kia Sorento both lose 47.6 percent of their value.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Kia Sorento is 8.2 out of 10. Kia Sorento is ranked 15 out of 39 Best SUVs with 3 Rows based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings. Out of 32 Best Midsize SUVs, the Kia Sorento is ranked 17 and the Kia Sorento is ranked 17 based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings. The Kia Sorento is also ranked 23 out of 67 Best Crossover SUVs while the Kia Sorento is ranked 23 out of 67 based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars' Reliability Rating for the Kia Sorento is 8.2 out of 10.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2013 Kia Sorento’s base engine makes 175 horsepower, and the 2014 Kia Sorento base engine makes 191 horsepower. The Sorento is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 522 miles. The Sorento is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 452 miles. This gives the 2013 Kia Sorento the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2014 Kia Sorento. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are crossover/midsize SUVs, the 2013 Kia Sorento has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more and rear leg room. The 2014 Kia Sorento has the advantage in the areas of and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings: The Kia Sorento has an average safety rating of 4.49 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$23,150
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)
$27,883
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
$18,995 - $34,050
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$24,100
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)
$28,488
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
$19,995 - $34,485
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$9,793
Price Range:
$5,619 - $14,999
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)
$12,812
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
$8,675 - $20,213
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
199
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
132,769
# Good or Great Deals:
72
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$11,532
Price Range:
$6,770 - $16,993
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)
$14,412
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
$9,446 - $22,904
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
272
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
121,693
# Good or Great Deals:
111
Kia Sorento Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2 / 10
Reliability:
8.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Kia Sorento Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2 / 10
Reliability:
8.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2013 Kia Sorento
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2014 Kia Sorento
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)
1.7
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
0.3 - 3.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
13%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
5.3
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
4.7
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
1.4 - 12
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
6.5
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
5
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
1.4 - 16.2
Kia Sorento Rankings
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58 out of / 67Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2013 Kia Sorento Trim Levels
EX, LX, SX
2014 Kia Sorento Trim Levels
EX, LX, SX, SX Limited
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.49 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.49 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
175 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
169 foot-lbs @ 3750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.046 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
1650 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
191 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
181 foot-lbs @ 4250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.053 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
1650 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 29 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
378 / 522 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 26 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
348 / 452 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.7 inches
Cargo Space:
9.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
72.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
158.5 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.7 inches
Cargo Space:
9.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
72.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
160.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3845 lbs
Width:
74.2 inches
Height:
67.3 inches
Length:
183.9 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3594 lbs
Width:
74.2 inches
Height:
66.9 inches
Length:
184.4 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/65R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/65R17
Exterior Colors
Black
Ebony Black
Blue
Baltic Blue
Gray
Satin Metal
Green
Tuscan Olive
Red
Dark Cherry
Silver
Bright Silver / Titanium Silver
White
Snow White Pearl
Exterior Colors
Black
Ebony Black
Blue
Wave Blue
Gray
Satin Metal
Green
Not available
Red
Dark Cherry / Remington Red
Silver
Bright Silver / Titanium Silver
White
Snow White Pearl
Interior Colors
Beige
Beige
Black
Black
Gray
Gray
Interior Colors
Beige
Beige
Black
Black
Gray
Gray
