The 2021 Kia Sorento has a low safety risk profile with 3 recall campaigns and 0 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

21V5190002021-08-07

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Kia Motor America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021 Sorento and 2021-2022 K5 vehicles equipped with 2.5L turbocharged engines. Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the high-pressure fuel pump and fuel rail.

A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.

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22V7600002022-11-10

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Kia Motors, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Sorento and 2021-2023 K5 vehicles. The vehicle's "fail-safe" limited-mobility drive mode may be impaired, when prompted by a transmission oil pump malfunction, which can result in a complete loss of drive power.

Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

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25V6490002025-25-09

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Sorento vehicles. The heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) blower motor wiring harness may be inadequate, which can result in a fire.

A fire increases the risk of injury.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Kia Sorento Fuel Economy

24–37mpg combined

21-39city

25-35hwy

$1,800-$2,800/yr

Across 5 configurations, the 2021 Kia Sorento returns 24–37 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim

Sorento Hybrid - Automatic (AM-S6)

37mpg

1.6L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

39 city35 hwy~$1,800/yr8/10 Clean

Sorento FWD - Automatic (S8)

26mpg

2.5L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

24 city29 hwy~$2,600/yr5/10 Average

Sorento FWD - Automatic (AM-S8)

25mpg

2.5L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

22 city29 hwy~$2,700/yr5/10 Average

Sorento AWD - Automatic (AM-S8)

24mpg

2.5L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

21 city28 hwy~$2,800/yr5/10 Average

Sorento AWD - Automatic (S8)

24mpg

2.5L 4-cyl · All-Wheel Drive

23 city25 hwy~$2,800/yr5/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2021 Kia Sorento

36States

30%in top 3

12% of the market sits in Texas, though listings span 36 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

TXTexas

2,30312%

FLFlorida

1,89410%

CACalifornia

1,5128%

PAPennsylvania

8525%

OHOhio

8374%

AZArizona

8274%

MOMissouri

7904%

ILIllinois

6994%

NCNorth Carolina

6143%

GAGeorgia

5673%

DEDelaware

5633%

DCWashington DC

5583%

OKOklahoma

5233%

MDMaryland

4562%

NJNew Jersey

4482%

NY401

INIndiana

3992%

UTUtah

3682%

WAWashington

3552%

TN352

OR321

MI303

CO261

MN257

NH198

NV192

AL173

WI172

KY157

VA148

AR144

SC139

RI132

ID129

NE107

MA98

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2021.

Buying a 2021 Kia Sorento?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2021 Kia Sorento a good car to buy?

The 2021 Kia Sorento has its strengths and its watch-outs. 3 recalls have been issued, so verify completion with the dealer. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

Are there recalls on the 2021 Kia Sorento?

There are 3 documented recalls for the 2021 Kia Sorento. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2021 Kia Sorento?

You'll get between 24 and 37 MPG combined from the 2021 Kia Sorento, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.