Kia Sorento vs. Mitsubishi Montero
When comparing the Kia Sorento to the Mitsubishi Montero, 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. The Mitsubishi Montero has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Kia Sorento versus the Mitsubishi Montero, the Kia Sorento is a better car than the Mitsubishi Montero.
Kia Sorento vs. Mitsubishi Montero Pricing
A used 2006 Kia Sorento ranges from $3,245 to $9,946 while a used 2006 Mitsubishi Montero is priced between $3,990 to $11,097.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Kia Sorento’s base engine makes 192 horsepower, and the Mitsubishi Montero base engine makes 215 horsepower. The Sorento is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 399 miles. The Montero is rated to deliver an average of 15 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 391 miles. Both models use gasoline.
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:
$3,245 - $9,946
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
48.5%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$3,990 - $11,097
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Kia Sorento Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.8 / 10
Reliability:
7.8 / 10
Retained Value:
6.7 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Mitsubishi Montero Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Kia Sorento Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 25Ranking
4 out of / 31Ranking
14 out of / 25Ranking
14 out of / 25Ranking
14 out of / 15Ranking
17 out of / 61Ranking
17 out of / 31Ranking
18 out of / 31Ranking
18 out of / 31Ranking
18 out of / 25Ranking
18 out of / 21Ranking
19 out of / 25Ranking
22 out of / 28Ranking
24 out of / 31Ranking
26 out of / 61Ranking
29 out of / 61Ranking
39 out of / 61Ranking
53 out of / 61Mitsubishi Montero Rankings
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.
Summary Review
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
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Kia Sorento Trim Levels
EX, LX
Mitsubishi Montero Trim Levels
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
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):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
192 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
217 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.046 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
3500 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
215 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
248 foot-lbs @ 3250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.045 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5000 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 19 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
315 / 399 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
13 / 17 / 15
Range (city/hwy):
299 / 391 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Available
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
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
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:
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:
141.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
137.5 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.5 inches
Cargo Space:
39.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4149 lbs
Width:
73.3 inches
Height:
68.1 inches
Length:
179.8 inches
Wheelbase:
106.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4787 lbs
Width:
74.8 inches
Height:
74.2 inches
Length:
190.2 inches
Wheelbase:
109.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P245/70R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
