The 2019 Kia Sorento competes against some heavy hitters.
Chief among its rivals are the Toyota Highlander and Honda Pilot, which both do almost everything well.
The Toyota’s biggest asset is its compact car-rivaling hybrid fuel economy, while the Pilot delivers unmatched interior space and flexibility.
The Nissan Pathfinder comes loaded with safety gear and is available at big discounts, but it lacks the precise driving feel of the Kia.
For enthusiastic drivers, the Dodge Durango is the first and last stop to make.
Its optional V-8 is unmatched, but this big SUV comes up short in interior space and refinement.
Of course the Ford Explorer is on your shopping list—your parents probably had one in 1992.
The latest model is graying around its temples but offers a fine ride quality and is usually discounted.
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The 2019 Kia Sorento is a right-sized, well-priced three-row crossover SUV for those who can skimp a little on third-row space. |
The muscle-SUV 2019 Dodge Durango offers engaging handling and powerful engines, but it's falling behind in terms of safety. |
The 2019 Ford Explorer has many virtues, but its replacement can’t come soon enough. |
Subtle upgrades make the 2019 Honda Pilot a must-see for three-row crossover shoppers. |
The 2019 Nissan Pathfinder has value and interior flexibility as its assets, but this crossover SUV is ripe for a redesign. |
The 2019 Toyota Highlander delivers safety, features, comfort, and efficiency in a family-friendly package. |
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| $26,290 | $30,195 | $32,365 | $31,450 | $31,530 | $31,680 |
| Gas Mileage | |||||
| 19 MPG City / 29 MPG Hwy | 13 MPG City / 26 MPG Hwy | 16 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy | 18 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy | 19 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy | 19 MPG City / 28 MPG Hwy |
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| Regular Unleaded I-4 | Regular Unleaded V-6 | Regular Unleaded V-6 | Regular Unleaded V-6 | Regular Unleaded V-6 | Regular Unleaded I-4 |
| EPA Class | |||||
| Small Sport Utility Vehicles 2WD | N/A | Standard Sport Utility Vehicles 2WD | Small Sport Utility Vehicles 2WD | Small Sport Utility Vehicles 2WD | Small Sport Utility Vehicles 2WD |
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| L FWD | SXT RWD | Base FWD | LX 2WD | FWD S | LE I4 FWD (Natl) |
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Passenger Capacity | |||||
| 7 | 5 | 7 | 8 | 7 | 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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| 2019 Kia Sorento vs. 2019 Dodge Durango | 2019 Kia Sorento vs. 2019 Ford Explorer | 2019 Kia Sorento vs. 2019 Honda Pilot | 2019 Kia Sorento vs. 2019 Nissan Pathfinder | 2019 Kia Sorento vs. 2019 Toyota Highlander | |
