Kia Sorento Hybrid vs. Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV
When we compare the Kia Sorento Hybrid to the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, the Kia Sorento Hybrid 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. The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Kia Sorento Hybrid versus the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Kia Sorento Hybrid versus Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Pricing
A used 2023 Kia Sorento Hybrid ranges from $38,790 to $49,835 while a used 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is priced between $41,781 to $51,731. For a new model, the Kia Sorento Hybrid's price is between $38,681 and $50,180, with the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV priced between $43,874 and $51,707.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Kia Sorento Hybrid’s base engine makes 227 horsepower, and the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV base engine makes 248 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are hybrid SUVs, the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room and front leg room. The Kia Sorento Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and trunk space. The Kia Sorento Hybrid and Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV are comparable in regards to rear head room.
Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison
The Kia Sorento Hybrid has the advantage of offering higher payload capacity, while the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV has higher safety ratings than the Kia Sorento Hybrid, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$38,681 - $50,180
Used Asking Price:
$38,790 - $49,835
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
53.5%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$43,874 - $51,707
Used Asking Price:
$41,781 - $51,731
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
49.9%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.7 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
7.0 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
11 out of / 21Ranking
16 out of / 21Hybrid SUVs with Best Resale Value
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17 out of / 21iSeeCars Rankings
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2 out of / 10Ranking
4 out of / 21Ranking
4 out of / 21Most Reliable Plug-in Hybrid SUVs
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4 out of / 10Ranking
5 out of / 21Plug-in Hybrid SUVs with Best Resale Value
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6 out of / 10Ranking
7 out of / 21Hybrid SUVs with Best Resale Value
Ranking
11 out of / 21Summary Review
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Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
Trim Levels
EX, SX Prestige
Trim Levels
40th Anniversary, ES, SE, SEL
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):
4 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:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
227 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.057 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
248 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
332 foot-lbs @ 4300 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
39 / 35 / 37
Range (city/hwy):
690 / 620 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
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:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
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:
40.7 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:
40.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
11.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
64.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
153.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3979 lbs
Width:
74.8 inches
Height:
66.7 inches
Length:
189.4 inches
Wheelbase:
110.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4607 lbs
Width:
84.4 inches
Height:
68.5 inches
Length:
185.4 inches
Wheelbase:
106.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
235/65R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
P255/45R20
