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Kia Sedona vs. Kia Sorento

When we compare the Kia Sedona to the Kia Sorento, the Kia Sedona has the advantage in the areas of interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. The Kia Sorento has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Kia Sedona versus the Kia Sorento, the Kia Sedona is a better car than the Kia Sorento.

Kia Sedona versus Kia Sorento Pricing

A used 2021 Kia Sedona ranges from $24,546 to $34,996 while a used 2021 Kia Sorento is priced between $23,893 to $42,095.

Kia Sedona versus Kia Sorento Quality Rating

The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Kia Sedona is 8.6 out of 10 while the Kia Sorento's quality rating is 7.8 out of 10. This results in the Kia Sedona being ranked 3 out of 7 Best Minivans and the Kia Sorento being ranked 14 out of 25 Best Midsize SUVs.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison

For engine performance, the Kia Sedona’s base engine makes 276 horsepower, and the Kia Sorento base engine makes 191 horsepower. The Sedona is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 506 miles. The Sorento is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 513 miles. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison

The Kia Sedona, a minivan, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and trunk space. The Kia Sorento, a crossover/midsize SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room and rear leg room.

Safety Ratings Comparison

When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Kia Sedona and the Kia Sorento have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the Kia Sorento has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick award.

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2021 Kia Sedona

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2021 Kia Sorento

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Pricing

New Asking Price:

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Used Asking Price:

$24,546 - $34,996

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

50.7%

Pricing

New Asking Price:

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Used Asking Price:

$23,893 - $42,095

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

48.5%

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.6 / 10

Reliability:

8.1 / 10

Retained Value:

7.5 / 10

Safety:

10.0 / 10

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

7.8 / 10

Reliability:

7.8 / 10

Retained Value:

6.7 / 10

Safety:

9.0 / 10

iSeeCars Rankings

2 / 2
3 / 7

Most Reliable Minivans

3 / 7
3 / 7
5 / 7

Minivans with Best Resale Value

6 / 7

iSeeCars Rankings

2 / 25
3 / 31
14 / 25
14 / 25
14 / 15
17 / 61
17 / 31
18 / 31
18 / 31

Midsize SUVs with Best Resale Value

18 / 25
18 / 21
19 / 25
22 / 28

SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value

24 / 31
26 / 61
31 / 61
39 / 61

Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

53 / 61

Summary Review

Shoppers seeking an alternative to the Honda Odyssey may find it in the Kia Sedona. The Sedona is a modern minivan with a satisfying luxurious ride in its top trims.

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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.

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Pros and Cons

  • Modern infotainment system
  • Standard V6 power
  • Best minivan warranty in America
  • Standard spare tire

  • About to be discontinued
  • LX trim lacks common safety features

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

Minivan

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Trim Levels

EX, LX, SX

Trim Levels

EX, LX, S, SX, SX Prestige, SX Prestige X-Line

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):

5 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

5 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

TOP SAFETY PICK

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

276 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque:

248 foot-lbs @ 5200 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.062 hp per pound

Towing Capacity:

Not applicable

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:

3.3 liters

Engine Configuration:

V

Number of Cylinders:

6

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD

EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):

18 / 24 / 21

Range (city/hwy):

380 / 506 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

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

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Heated Seats:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Standard/Optional Features

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Heated Seats:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

N/A

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

Available

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Lane Departure Warning:

Available

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Available

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Available

360-Degree Camera:

Available

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Available

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Available

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

Available

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Standard

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.8 inches

Front Leg Room:

40.9 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

63.9 inches

Rear Head Room:

39.4 inches

Rear Leg Room:

41.1 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

63.1 inches

Cargo Space:

33.9 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

Not applicable

Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:

78.4 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

199.7 cubic feet

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:

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

Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:

Not applicable

Overall Interior Volume:

121.3 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

4443 lbs

Width:

89.3 inches

Height:

68.5 inches

Length:

201.4 inches

Wheelbase:

120.5 inches

Ground Clearance:

6.7 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3714 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:

17.0 x 6.5 inches

Wheel Type:

alloy

Tire Size:

235/65R17

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 7.0 inches

Wheel Type:

alloy

Tire Size:

235/65R17