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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.

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2023 Kia Sorento Hybrid

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2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV

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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

11 / 21
16 / 21

Hybrid SUVs with Best Resale Value

17 / 21

iSeeCars Rankings

2 / 10
4 / 21
4 / 21

Most Reliable Plug-in Hybrid SUVs

4 / 10
5 / 21

Plug-in Hybrid SUVs with Best Resale Value

6 / 10
7 / 21

Hybrid SUVs with Best Resale Value

11 / 21

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Pros and Cons

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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