2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid vs. 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid and 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid 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 2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid and the 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid.
When comparing the 2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid's and the 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the 2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars and base engine power. The 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, resale value and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the 2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid's and the 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is a better car than the 2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid.
Pricing: A used 2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid ranges from $26,798 to $36,273 while a used 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is priced between $28,989 to $39,995.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid loses 50.1 percent of its value and the 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid loses 30.4 percent of its value. This means the 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid retains 19.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid’s base engine makes 227 horsepower, and the 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid base engine makes 219 horsepower. The Sorento Hybrid is rated to deliver an average of 37 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 620 miles. The RAV4 Hybrid is rated to deliver an average of 40 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 551 miles.This gives the 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are hybrid SUVs, the 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more rear head room and cargo space. The 2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid has higher safety ratings than the 2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$34,090
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)
$42,244
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)
$32,890 - $58,465
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$29,575
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)
$33,596
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)
$29,350 - $40,300
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$31,700
Price Range:
$26,798 - $36,273
Category Avg Price:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)
$38,545
Category Avg Price Range:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)
$31,308 - $52,359
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
50
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
36,882
# Good or Great Deals:
30
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$34,373
Price Range:
$28,989 - $39,995
Category Avg Price:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)
$31,400
Category Avg Price Range:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)
$23,835 - $42,348
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
581
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
38,438
# Good or Great Deals:
80
Kia Sorento Hybrid Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
6.2 / 10
Retained Value:
8.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid
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 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
10.4
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)
9.2
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)
8 - 10.4
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
7.6%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
8.6
Typical Category Recalls:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)
6.1
Category Range for Recalls:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)
2.9 - 18.2
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
4.3
Typical Category Recalls:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)
4
Category Range for Recalls:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)
1.4 - 16.4
Kia Sorento Hybrid Rankings
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29 out of / 32Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid Trim Levels
EX, S
2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Trim Levels
LE, Limited, SE, XLE, XLE Premium, XSE
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:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
227 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.057 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
219 hp @ 5300 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
39 / 35 / 37
Range (city/hwy):
690 / 620 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
41 / 38 / 40
Range (city/hwy):
595 / 551 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Captain's seat:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Captain's seat:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Wifi:
Standard
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58 inches
Cargo Space:
12.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
75.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
121.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.4 inches
Cargo Space:
37.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
69.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
136.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3979 lbs
Width:
74.8 inches
Height:
66.7 inches
Length:
189.4 inches
Wheelbase:
110.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3710 lbs
Width:
73 inches
Height:
67 inches
Length:
180.9 inches
Wheelbase:
105.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 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:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/65R17
Exterior Colors
Black
Aurora Black
Blue
Gravity Blue
Gray
Platinum Graphite / Steel Gray
Red
Runway Red
Silver
Silky Silver
White
Snow White Pearl
Exterior Colors
Black
Midnight Black Metallic
Blue
Not available
Gray
Magnetic Gray Metallic
Red
Ruby Flare Pearl
Silver
Silver Sky Metallic
White
White
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Gray
Gray
Beige
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Gray
Not available
Beige
Nutmeg