Kia Borrego vs. Kia Sorento
When we compare the Kia Borrego to the Kia Sorento, the Kia Borrego has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The Kia Sorento has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The Kia Borrego and Kia Sorento have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Kia Borrego versus the Kia Sorento, the Kia Borrego is a better car than the Kia Sorento.
Kia Borrego vs. Kia Sorento Pricing
A used 2009 Kia Borrego ranges from $4,499 to $11,998 while a used 2009 Kia Sorento is priced between $3,983 to $12,520.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Kia Borrego’s base engine makes 276 horsepower, and the Kia Sorento base engine makes 242 horsepower. Both the Borrego and the Sorento are rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 433 and 464 miles respectively. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Kia Borrego has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Kia Sorento has the advantage in the areas of front leg room, rear head room and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Kia Sorento has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$4,499 - $11,998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$3,983 - $12,520
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
48.5%
Kia Borrego Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Kia Sorento Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.8 / 10
Reliability:
7.8 / 10
Retained Value:
6.7 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Kia Borrego Rankings
Not yet available
Kia Sorento Rankings
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53 out of / 61Summary Review
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Summary Review
Kia’s Sorento is a two- or three-row crossover SUV on sale since 2015 in its outgoing generation. It is built in West Point, Georgia. All-new for 2021, shoppers in the midsize SUV segment should give the Sorento a fresh look.
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
- Available in past years with two or three rows of seats
- High safety scores
- 2020 and older models showing their age
- Smaller than many midsize vehicles in this segment
- Past models had low reliability scores
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Kia Borrego Trim Levels
EX, EX V8, Limited V8, LX, LX V8
Kia Sorento Trim Levels
Base, EX, LX
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):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
276 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
267 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5000 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
242 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
228 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
3500 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 21 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
350 / 433 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 22 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
338 / 464 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
39 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
59.1 inches
Cargo Space:
12.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
97.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
169.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.4 inches
Cargo Space:
31.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
137.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4248 lbs
Width:
75.4 inches
Height:
71.3 inches
Length:
192.1 inches
Wheelbase:
114 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4068 lbs
Width:
73.3 inches
Height:
71.3 inches
Length:
180.7 inches
Wheelbase:
106.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
