2026 Kia Seltos vs 2026 Kia Sorento Comparison
| 2026 Kia Seltos | 2026 Kia Sorento |
Engine |
|
| 2.0L I-4 | 2.5L I-4 |
Horsepower |
|
| 147 hp | 191 hp |
MPG (City/Highway) |
|
| 28/34 * | 23/31 * |
Seating Capacity |
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| 5 Passengers | 7 Passengers |
Max Available Horsepower |
|
| 190 hp | 281 hp |
Max Cargo Space |
|
| 62.8 cu. ft. | 75.5 cu. ft. |
2026 Kia Seltos vs 2026 Kia Sorento
Serving Harvey LA
The 2026 Kia lineup offers exceptional crossover SUV models, including the compact Seltos and the midsize Sorento. While the two-row Seltos and the three-row Sorento are close siblings in the lineup, they have remarkable differences. After learning more about these options, which one will stand out as a better option for your needs?
Performance
Three of the Seltos’s four trim levels are equipped with a 2.0-liter, four-cylinder engine and a continuously variable transmission. This pairing gives you 147 horsepower. The other powertrain available in the 2026 Seltos is a turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. This system produces 190 horsepower.
Two powertrains are available for the Sorento. The main engine is a 2.5-liter, four-cylinder engine mated with an eight-speed automatic transmission. This 191-horsepower system comes with front-wheel drive. The Sorento’s higher trim levels feature a turbocharged 2.5-liter, four-cylinder engine paired with a dual-clutch, eight-speed automatic transmission. The system delivers 281 horsepower.
Appearance
The 2026 Seltos boasts a standout design, featuring a slanted yet squared-off nose and a tall, raked rear. The deeply sculpted door panels are paired with thick molding that rounds over the fenders and across the bottom of the panels. At the front, the wide grille has a flat, U-shaped bottom and chrome accents. Chrome bands run from the sides of the grille outward to bisect the LED headlights. Below the headlights, a trio of fog light bulbs stands in a column.
The Sorento is a larger model with smooth, defined lines streaming across the sides, along with gently flared fenders. The rectangular grille is flanked by triangle-shaped headlights that show off a column of four LED bulbs. An LED ribbon accents the top of the headlights. Large air vents stand upright below the headlights.
Features
The 2026 Seltos is available with features like lane centering, a Bose sound system, adaptive cruise control, highway driving assistance, a hands-free liftgate, a wireless phone charger, a 10.25-inch digital instrument panel, heated front seats, a 10.25-inch infotainment system screen, roof rails, rear USB ports, and several additional features.
The Sorento features some of these options, and it stands out with second-row captain’s chairs, a surround-view camera system, leather upholstery, a 12.3-inch digital instrument panel, heated seats in the first two rows, and several other notable features.
Test Drive Your Next Kia Today
At Tameron Kia of Westbank, we are proud to be your trusted auto dealership. Our knowledgeable sales associates are available to provide you with more information about the Seltos and Sorrento. Visit us soon or contact us online to learn more about the options available today.
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* EPA fuel economy estimates. Actual mileage will vary with options, driving conditions, driving habits, and your vehicle’s condition.
