Toyota Sienna vs. Kia Sorento
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Toyota Sienna and Kia Sorento 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 Toyota Sienna and the Kia Sorento.
When we compare the Toyota Sienna's and the Kia Sorento's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Sienna has the advantage in the areas of resale value, interior volume and base engine power. The Kia Sorento 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. Based on this comparison of the Toyota Sienna's and the Kia Sorento's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Sienna is a better car than the Kia Sorento.
Pricing: A used 2024 Toyota Sienna ranges from $45,345 to $91,977 while a used 2024 Kia Sorento is priced between $33,353 to $48,742. For a new model, the Toyota Sienna's price is between $41,640 and $59,098, with the Kia Sorento priced between $33,955 and $48,990.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Toyota Sienna loses 40.6 percent of its value and the Kia Sorento loses 47.6 percent of its value. This means the Toyota Sienna retains 7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Kia Sorento.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Toyota Sienna’s base engine makes 245 horsepower, and the Kia Sorento base engine makes 191 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Toyota Sienna, a hybrid minivan car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo 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: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Toyota Sienna has higher safety ratings than the Kia Sorento, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.49 out of 5 Stars. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the Toyota Sienna has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick award.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
41640 - 59098
Starting MSRP:
37685
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Hybrid Minivans)
44225
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Hybrid Minivans)
37685 - 50765
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
33955 - 48990
Starting MSRP:
31990
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)
37697
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
31990 - 43320
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
60432
Price Range:
45345 - 91977
Category Avg Price:
(Hybrid Minivans)
56845
Category Avg Price Range:
(Hybrid Minivans)
53257 - 60432
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
406
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
23314
# Good or Great Deals:
104
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
40678
Price Range:
33353 - 48742
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)
47563
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
40678 - 66020
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
574
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
18594
# Good or Great Deals:
230
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
15268
Depreciation %:
0.40514064
Resale Value $:
22417
Residual Value %:
0.5948593600000001
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Hybrid Minivans)
0.45753295
Category Depreciation Range:
(Hybrid Minivans)
0.40514064 - 0.50992525
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
15421
Depreciation %:
0.48206109
Resale Value $:
16569
Residual Value %:
0.51793891
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Midsize SUVs)
0.4631145
Category Depreciation Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
0.27538997 - 0.53491193
Toyota Sienna Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.975608 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Kia Sorento Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.227783 / 10
Reliability:
8.166213 / 10
Retained Value:
7.537136 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Toyota Sienna
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:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Kia Sorento
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
9.1
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)
10.4
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
8.6 - 13.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.13
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.653882017418881
Typical Category Recalls:
(Hybrid Minivans)
2.0
Category Range for Recalls:
(Hybrid Minivans)
1.4 - 2.7
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
5.665705847510648
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
3.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
1.6 - 14.8
Toyota Sienna Rankings
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60 out of / 67Summary Review
Toyota’s Sienna has long been a favorite of families who wanted an all-wheel-drive minivan, but its appeal goes deeper than that one feature. The Sienna changes in very important ways for 2021 that make it hard to pass up for those seeking the best cost of ownership in this segment.
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.
Pros and Cons
- 36 MPG fuel economy rating
- Available all-wheel drive
- Included maintenance for two years under warranty
- Spare tire is not standard
- The driving experience is not best in class
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
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Toyota Sienna Trim Levels
LE 8-Passenger, Limited 7-Passenger, Platinum 7-Passenger, Woodland Edition, XLE 7-Passenger, XLE 8-Passenger, XSE 7-Passenger
Kia Sorento Trim Levels
EX, LX, S, SX, X-Line EX, X-Line SX, X-Line SX Prestige, X-Pro SX-Prestige
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years
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
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.49 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:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
245 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.053 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
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
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Captain's seat:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Quad Seats:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
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
Paddle Shifters:
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
Captain's seat:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Quad Seats:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
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
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot 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
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot 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
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
62.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
62.7 inches
Cargo Space:
33.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
101 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
75.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
195.9 cubic feet
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
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
75.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
121.3 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4610 lbs
Width:
78.5 inches
Height:
68.5 inches
Length:
203.7 inches
Wheelbase:
120.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.4 inches
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
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/65R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/65R17
Exterior Colors
Black
Midnight Black Metallic
Blue
Blueprint
Brown
Sunset Bronze Mica
Gray
Predawn Gray Mica
Green
Cypress
Red
Ruby Flare Pearl
Silver
Celestial Silver Metallic
White
Ice Cap
Exterior Colors
Black
Ebony Black
Blue
Not available
Brown
Not available
Gray
Gravity Gray
Green
Not available
Red
Dawning Red
Silver
Everlasting Silver
White
Glacial White Pearl
Interior Colors
Gray
Gray
Black
Not available
Interior Colors
Gray
Not available
Black
Black
