Trim Report

Kia Sorento L2025

Includes:SORENTO|L
$2,900
Starting From
134
Active Listings
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Avg Mileage

Sourced from 134 active dealer listings as of

Min $2,900
Max $19,595
From $2,900
Fresh

L Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$15,500
$16K–$56K
1,623 listings25,555 avg miles
EX
From$597
6,735 listings|$597–$53K
L
From$2,900
134 listings|$3K–$20K
LX
From$945
3,678 listings|$945–$39K
S
From$7,525
8,960 listings|$8K–$45K
SX
From$1,150
3,117 listings|$1K–$50K
SX Prestige
From$14,000
5,534 listings|$14K–$57K
X-Line EX
From$19,990
1,704 listings|$20K–$50K

2025 Kia Sorento L Pricing

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Where to Find Kia Sorento L

Location data for all 2025 Kia Sorento trims combined

38States

11% of the market sits in Texas, though listings span 38 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

Kia Sorento Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2025 Kia Sorento trims

Moderate

The 2025 Kia Sorento has a moderate safety risk profile with 3 recall campaigns and 59 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

3
Recalls
59
Complaints
4
Crashes
0
Fires
Recall Findings
25V5480002025-25-08
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:CRITICAL FASTENERS

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 K4 and Sorento vehicles. The connecting rod bolts in the engine may have been improperly tightened, which can cause a loss of drive power.

A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

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26V0460002026-27-01
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 Kia K4, 2025-2026 Sorento, Sorento Hybrid, Sorento Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV), 2026 Sportage, Sportage Hybrid, Sportage PHEV, K5, EV9, Carnival, and Carnival Hybrid vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 101, "Controls and Displays" and 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring System."

An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer, tire pressure, or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.

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25V0060002025-13-01
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Sorento, 2025 Sorento Hybrid, and 2025 Sorento Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. A software error in the Body Domain Control Unit (BDC) may cause a loss of low beam headlights and taillights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

A loss of headlights and taillights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 59 owners have filed complaints about the 2025 Kia Sorento. POWER TRAIN issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Power Train8
02Unknown Or Other8
03Electrical System5
04Power Train,engine3
05Engine,fuel/propulsion System2
59 total across 1 model years (2025–2025)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Kia Sorento Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2025 Kia Sorento trims

23–36mpg combined
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20-36city
·
27-36hwy
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$1,200-$1,900/yr

Across 7 configurations, the 2025 Kia Sorento returns 23–36 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim
Sorento Hybrid FWD - Automatic (AM-S6)
36mpg
1.6L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
36 city36 hwy~$1,200/yr7/10 Clean
Sorento Hybrid AWD - Automatic (AM-S6)
34mpg
1.6L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
34 city34 hwy~$1,300/yr7/10 Clean
Sorento Plug-in Hybrid - Automatic (AM-S6)
33mpg
1.6L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
33 city34 hwy~$1,350/yr9/10 Clean
Sorento FWD - Automatic (S8)
26mpg
2.5L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
23 city31 hwy~$1,700/yr5/10 Average
Sorento AWD - Automatic (S8)
25mpg
2.5L 4-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
23 city28 hwy~$1,750/yr5/10 Average
Sorento AWD - Automatic (AM-S8)
23mpg
2.5L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
20 city27 hwy~$1,900/yr5/10 Average
Sorento FWD - Automatic (AM-S8)
23mpg
2.5L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
20 city29 hwy~$1,900/yr5/10 Average

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

Is the L Worth It?

Common questions about the 2025 Kia Sorento L

How does the L compare to other Kia Sorento trims?

Every Kia Sorento trim targets a different buyer. The 2025 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2025 Kia Sorento L?

The L shares its core mechanicals with other Kia Sorento trims, so major service intervals are similar. Watch for power train issues, the most commonly reported problem area. There are 3 recalls to verify before purchase. The 2025 model page has the details.

What are the best years for the Kia Sorento L?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Kia Sorento L year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The Kia Sorento overview compares all years side by side.

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