Chevrolet Blazer vs. Kia Sorento
In comparing the Chevrolet Blazer's and the Kia Sorento's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Blazer has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. The Kia Sorento has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. Based on this comparison of the Chevrolet Blazer's and the Kia Sorento's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Blazer is a better car than the Kia Sorento.
Chevrolet Blazer vs. Kia Sorento Pricing
A used 2024 Chevrolet Blazer ranges from $36,875 to $52,651 while a used 2023 Kia Sorento is priced between $32,329 to $44,883. For a new model, the Chevrolet Blazer's price is between $35,856 and $52,557, with the Kia Sorento priced between $31,807 and $46,039.
Chevrolet Blazer vs. Kia Sorento Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Chevrolet Blazer loses 47.6 percent of its value and the Kia Sorento loses 48.5 percent of its value. This means the Chevrolet Blazer retains 0.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Kia Sorento.
Chevrolet Blazer vs. Kia Sorento Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Chevrolet Blazer is 8.5 out of 10 while the Kia Sorento's quality rating is 7.7 out of 10. This results in the Chevrolet Blazer being ranked 8 out of 31 Best Midsize SUVs and the Kia Sorento being ranked 16 out of 31. Out of 66 Best Crossover SUVs, the Chevrolet Blazer is ranked 11 and the Kia Sorento is ranked 25.
Chevrolet Blazer vs. Kia Sorento Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Chevrolet Blazer is 8.7 out of 10. For the Kia Sorento the reliability rating is 8.0 out of 10. This gives the Chevrolet Blazer a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Kia Sorento.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Chevrolet Blazer’s base engine makes 228 horsepower, and the Kia Sorento base engine makes 191 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are crossover/midsize SUVs, the Chevrolet Blazer has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more rear shoulder room and cargo space. The Kia Sorento has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room, rear head room and rear leg room. The Chevrolet Blazer and Kia Sorento are comparable in regards to front shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Chevrolet Blazer has higher safety ratings than the Kia Sorento, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.49 out of 5 Stars. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the Kia Sorento has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick award.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
35856 - 52557
Used Asking Price:
36875 - 52651
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.476053
Pricing
New Asking Price:
31807 - 46039
Used Asking Price:
32329 - 44883
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.48549
Chevrolet Blazer Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.525599 / 10
Reliability:
8.676798 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Kia Sorento Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.745714 / 10
Reliability:
8.047143 / 10
Retained Value:
6.7 / 10
Safety:
8.5 / 10
Chevrolet Blazer Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 22Ranking
4 out of / 31Ranking
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38 out of / 56Ranking
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39 out of / 58Ranking
39 out of / 56Ranking
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50 out of / 56Ranking
60 out of / 66Kia Sorento Rankings
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8 out of / 16Ranking
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11 out of / 22Ranking
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19 out of / 66Ranking
19 out of / 31Ranking
19 out of / 30Ranking
19 out of / 22Ranking
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20 out of / 26Ranking
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21 out of / 31Ranking
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29 out of / 31Ranking
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58 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Chevrolet Blazer Trim Levels
LT, Premier, RS
Kia Sorento Trim Levels
EX, LX, S, SX, SX Prestige, X-Line EX, X-Line S, X-Line SX Prestige
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 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):
5 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
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
228 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.058 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
191 hp @ 6100 rpm
Torque:
181 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 29 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
425 / 513 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.6 inches
Cargo Space:
30.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
64.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
138.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.1 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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3918 lbs
Width:
76.7 inches
Height:
67 inches
Length:
191.9 inches
Wheelbase:
112.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3715 lbs
Width:
74.8 inches
Height:
66.7 inches
Length:
189 inches
Wheelbase:
110.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/65R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/65R17