The redesigned version of the Kia Sorento has some very tough rivals.
The Hyundai Santa Fe is a close cousin, sharing much of the Sorento’s underpinnings.
The Nissan Murano is an almost polar opposite of the Sorento, as it appeals to empty-nester adults rather than families, with bigger, better contoured second-row seats and more of an emphasis on comfort as much for those in back as for the driver.
The Ford Edge sticks with a five-seat layout, with an emphasis on performance and technology.
Compared to the Sorento, the Toyota Highlander feels busier and less refined from inside, as well as somewhat less responsive, and its odd truck-like aesthetic (despite its carlike driving manners) can be off-putting.
The Honda Pilot is a recent Best Car To Buy winner, and makes better use of its space, with three rows of seating and some awesome versatility for cargo and gear.
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The 2018 Kia Sorento ticks all the crossover-SUV boxes, especially in turbo-4 form. |
The 2018 Ford Edge has an eager feel and crisp design; safety scores and Sport ride quality give pause. |
The 2018 Honda Pilot ranks among the very best three-row crossover SUVs; it’s all about the packaging. |
Only poor crash test scores keep the Grand Cherokee down, as this talented family hauler offers luxury and utility and buyers can choose off-road capability, track talent, or even more luxury. |
The 2018 Nissan Murano adds better active safety to complement its sharp looks and easy-driving nature. |
The 2018 Toyota Highlander delivers much of what families want in a three-row crossover at a reasonable price; the Highlander Hybrid is icing on the cake. |
| MSRP From | |||||
| $25,900 | $29,315 | $30,900 | $30,895 | $31,000 | $31,230 |
| Gas Mileage | |||||
| 17 MPG City / 28 MPG Hwy | 17 MPG City / 29 MPG Hwy | 18 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy | 11 MPG City / 26 MPG Hwy | 21 MPG City / 28 MPG Hwy | 19 MPG City / 28 MPG Hwy |
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| Regular Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Regular Unleaded V-6 | Regular Unleaded V-6 | Regular Unleaded V-6 | Regular Unleaded I-4 |
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| Small SUV 2WD | Small SUV 2WD | Small SUV 2WD | Standard SUV 2WD | Midsize Station Wagons | Small SUV 2WD |
| Style Name | |||||
| L FWD | SE FWD | LX 2WD | Altitude 4x2 *Ltd Avail* | FWD S | LE I4 FWD (Natl) |
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Passenger Capacity | |||||
| 5 | 5 | 8 | 5 | 5 | 8 |
| Passenger Doors | |||||
| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Body Style | |||||
| Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility |
| Transmission | |||||
| Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | CVT w/OD | Automatic w/OD |
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| 2018 Kia Sorento vs. 2018 Ford Edge | 2018 Kia Sorento vs. 2018 Honda Pilot | 2018 Kia Sorento vs. 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2018 Kia Sorento vs. 2018 Nissan Murano | 2018 Kia Sorento vs. 2018 Toyota Highlander | |
