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Kia Sorento vs. Volvo XC90 Recharge

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Kia Sorento and Volvo XC90 Recharge 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 Kia Sorento and the Volvo XC90 Recharge.

When we compare the Kia Sorento's and the Volvo XC90 Recharge's specifications and ratings, the Kia Sorento has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, resale value and interior volume. The Volvo XC90 Recharge has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Kia Sorento's and the Volvo XC90 Recharge's specifications and ratings, the Kia Sorento is a better car than the Volvo XC90 Recharge.

Pricing: A used 2024 Kia Sorento ranges from $27,494 to $41,137 while a used 2024 Volvo XC90 Recharge is priced between $53,502 to $71,083. For a new model, the Kia Sorento's price is between $33,590 and $49,312, with the Volvo XC90 Recharge priced between $64,408 and $88,583.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Kia Sorento loses 52.3 percent of its value and the Volvo XC90 Recharge loses 60.6 percent of its value. This means the Kia Sorento retains 8.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Volvo XC90 Recharge.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Kia Sorento’s base engine makes 191 horsepower, and the Volvo XC90 Recharge base engine makes 455 horsepower. The Sorento is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 549 miles. The XC90 Recharge is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 540 miles.This gives the Volvo XC90 Recharge the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Kia Sorento the advantage in maximum range. The Sorento uses regular unleaded, and the XC90 Recharge uses electricity, premium unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: The Kia Sorento, a crossover/midsize SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Volvo XC90 Recharge has higher safety ratings than the Kia Sorento, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.51 out of 5 Stars. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the Volvo XC90 Recharge has the better rating with a Top Safety Pick+ award compared to the Kia Sorento’s Top Safety Pick award.

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Kia Sorento
Volvo XC90 Recharge

2024 Kia Sorento
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New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

33590 - 49312

Starting MSRP:

31990

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)

37575

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

31990 - 43320

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

64408 - 88583

Starting MSRP:

71900

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Hybrid Large SUVs)

112175

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Hybrid Large SUVs)

71900 - 159000

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

32427

Price Range:

27494 - 41137

Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)

40450

Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

29167 - 55624

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

558

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

19935

# Good or Great Deals:

287

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

62402

Price Range:

53502 - 71083

Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Hybrid Large SUVs)

97385

Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Hybrid Large SUVs)

62402 - 125836

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

365

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

18670

# Good or Great Deals:

273

Kia Sorento Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

7.8 / 10

Reliability:

7.3 / 10

Retained Value:

7.7 / 10

Safety:

8.5 / 10

Volvo XC90 Recharge Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

Not available

Reliability:

Not available

Retained Value:

7.1 / 10

Safety:

10.0 / 10



iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Kia Sorento

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

7.9

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)

10.0

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

7.7 - 15.6

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

0.087

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Volvo XC90 Recharge

Avg Life Expectancy (years):

Typical Category Life Expectancy:

N/A

Category Life Expectancy Range:

N/A

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:



Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

5.234790970702617

Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)

6.6

Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)

1.3 - 31.4

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

6.066943725237208

Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Hybrid Large SUVs)

6.6

Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Hybrid Large SUVs)

1.3 - 27.0

Kia Sorento Rankings

Best Gas Mileage Midsize SUVs

1 / 32

Most Affordable Midsize SUVs

1 / 28

Best SUVs with 3 Rows Under $35k

2 / 3

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows Under $35k

2 / 3

Best Gas Mileage SUVs with 3 Rows

3 / 34

Most Affordable SUVs with 3 Rows

3 / 30

Best Crossover SUVs Under $35k

3 / 7

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs Under $35k

3 / 7

Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

4 / 67

Best Midsize SUVs Under $35k

4 / 5

Most Reliable Midsize SUVs Under $35k

4 / 5

Midsize SUVs with the Most Legroom

5 / 32

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for the Money

7 / 30

Best Midsize SUVs for the Money

10 / 28

Best SUVs with 3 Rows

11 / 34

Safest SUVs with 3 Rows

12 / 34

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Legroom

12 / 34

Best Midsize SUVs

12 / 32

Safest Midsize SUVs

14 / 32

Best Off-road Midsize SUVs

16 / 32

Most Reliable Midsize SUVs

17 / 32

Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

19 / 67

Best Midsize SUVs for Tall People

19 / 32

Most Comfortable Midsize SUVs

19 / 32

Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

20 / 67

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows

20 / 34

Midsize SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

21 / 32

Best Crossover SUVs

22 / 67

Best Crossover SUVs for Towing

22 / 67

Best Off-road SUVs with 3 Rows

22 / 34

Midsize SUVs with the Most Horsepower

22 / 32

Best Crossover SUVs for Tall People

23 / 67

Most Comfortable SUVs with 3 Rows

23 / 34

SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value

23 / 34

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Tall People

24 / 34

Midsize SUVs with Best Resale Value

24 / 32

Best Off-road Crossover SUVs

25 / 67

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Horsepower

25 / 34

Best Midsize SUVs for Towing

25 / 32

Safest Crossover SUVs

26 / 67

Best Crossover SUVs for the Money

27 / 56

Most Comfortable Crossover SUVs

28 / 67

Best Gas Mileage Crossover SUVs

29 / 67

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Cargo Space

29 / 34

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Towing

30 / 34

Most Affordable Crossover SUVs

32 / 56

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs

35 / 67

Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

60 / 67

Volvo XC90 Recharge Rankings

Most Affordable Hybrid Luxury Large SUVs

1 / 6

Luxury Plug-in Hybrid SUVs (PHEV) with the Most Cargo Space

2 / 20

Hybrid Luxury Large SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

2 / 7

Most Affordable Hybrid Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows

2 / 5

Luxury Hybrid SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

3 / 32

Hybrid Luxury Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

3 / 29

Best Off-road Hybrid Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows

3 / 8

Hybrid Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Cargo Space

3 / 8

Hybrid Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Horsepower

3 / 8

Hybrid Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Legroom

4 / 8

Hybrid Luxury Large SUVs with Best Resale Value

4 / 7

Most Comfortable Hybrid Luxury Large SUVs

4 / 7

Best Hybrid Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows for Tall People

5 / 8

Best Hybrid Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows for Towing

5 / 8

Most Comfortable Hybrid Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows

5 / 8

Best Hybrid Luxury Large SUVs for Tall People

5 / 7

Best Off-road Hybrid Luxury Large SUVs

5 / 7

Hybrid Luxury Large SUVs with the Most Horsepower

5 / 7

Hybrid Luxury Large SUVs with the Most Legroom

5 / 7

Best Hybrid Luxury Large SUVs for Towing

6 / 7

Hybrid Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value

7 / 8

Best Hybrid Luxury Crossover SUVs for Towing

8 / 29

Hybrid Luxury Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

8 / 29

Best Luxury Plug-in Hybrid SUVs (PHEV) for Towing

9 / 20

Best Off-road Hybrid Luxury Crossover SUVs

10 / 29

Best Luxury Plug-in Hybrid SUVs (PHEV) for Tall People

10 / 20

Luxury Plug-in Hybrid SUVs (PHEV) with the Most Horsepower

10 / 20

Best Luxury Hybrid SUVs for Towing

11 / 32

Luxury Hybrid SUVs with the Most Horsepower

11 / 32

Best Off-road Luxury Plug-in Hybrid SUVs (PHEV)

11 / 20

Most Affordable Luxury Plug-in Hybrid SUVs (PHEV)

11 / 18

Most Comfortable Luxury Plug-in Hybrid SUVs (PHEV)

12 / 20

Best Off-road Luxury Hybrid SUVs

13 / 32

Best Hybrid Luxury Crossover SUVs for Tall People

14 / 29

Best Luxury Hybrid SUVs for Tall People

15 / 32

Luxury Plug-in Hybrid SUVs (PHEV) with the Most Legroom

15 / 20

Luxury Plug-in Hybrid SUVs (PHEV) with Best Resale Value

16 / 20

Most Comfortable Luxury Hybrid SUVs

18 / 32

Hybrid Luxury Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

18 / 29

Most Comfortable Hybrid Luxury Crossover SUVs

18 / 29

Most Affordable Luxury Hybrid SUVs

18 / 26

Most Affordable Hybrid Luxury Crossover SUVs

18 / 23

Luxury Hybrid SUVs with the Most Legroom

20 / 32

Hybrid Luxury Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

27 / 29

Luxury Hybrid SUVs with Best Resale Value

28 / 32

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Plug-In Hybrid

Kia Sorento Trim Levels

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

Volvo XC90 Recharge Trim Levels

T8 Core Bright Theme, T8 Plus Bright Theme 6P, T8 Plus Bright Theme 7P, T8 Ultimate Bright Theme 6P, T8 Ultimate Bright Theme 7P

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:

4 years / 50000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

4 years / 50000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

4 years

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

4.51 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

TOP SAFETY PICK

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

5 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

TOP SAFETY PICK +

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

191 hp @ 6100 rpm

Torque:

181 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm

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

0.050 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

455 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque:

523 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm

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

0.089 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

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):


23 / 31 / 26

Range (city/hwy):

407 / 549 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

2 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

AWD

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


26 / 27 / 27

Range (city/hwy):

521 / 540 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Electricity, Premium Unleaded

Standard/Optional Features

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Navigation System:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Satellite radio:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Captain's seat:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Paddle Shifters:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Available

Power Lift Gate:

Available

Quad Seats:

Available

Roof Rack:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

Available

Wifi:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Internet Radio:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Navigation System:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Satellite radio:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Captain's seat:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Heated Seats

Standard

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Parking Sensors:

Standard

Power Lift Gate:

Standard

Quad Seats:

Available

Roof Rack:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Standard

Trailer Hitch:

Standard

Wifi:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Air Suspension:

Available

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Internet Radio:

Standard

Massage Seats:

Available

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

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:

Available

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:

Available

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

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

38.9 inches

Front Leg Room:

40.9 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

57.7 inches

Rear Head Room:

38.5 inches

Rear Leg Room:

37 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

56.6 inches

Cargo Space:

10.7 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

85.7 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

114.5 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3814 lbs

Width:

74.8 inches

Height:

66.7 inches

Length:

189.6 inches

Wheelbase:

110.8 inches

Ground Clearance:

6.9 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

5103 lbs

Width:

84.3 inches

Height:

69.8 inches

Length:

195 inches

Wheelbase:

117.5 inches

Ground Clearance:

8.3 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:

20.0 x 9.0 inches

Wheel Type:

painted aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

275/45R20

Exterior Colors

Black

Ebony Black

Gray

Gravity Gray

Red

Dawning Red

Silver

Everlasting Silver

White

Glacial White Pearl

Blue

Not available

Exterior Colors

Black

Onyx Black Metallic

Gray

Bright Dusk Metallic / Platinum Grey Metallic / Vapour Grey Metallic

Red

Not available

Silver

Silver Dawn Metallic

White

Crystal White Metallic

Blue

Denim Blue Metallic

Interior Colors

Black

Black

Brown

Not available

White

Not available

Interior Colors

Black

Charcoal

Brown

Maroon Brown in Charcoal Interior

White

Blond in Blond/Charcoal Interior

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