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2026 Kia Sorento vs. 2027 Kia Telluride Comparison

See how the 2026 Kia Sorento and 2027 Kia Telluride performed in our rigorous, independent road tests. Our experts evaluate hundreds of vehicles annually at our 327-acre testing facility, putting each model through over 50 data-driven assessments—including braking, emergency handling, fuel economy, and cabin noise. Review our side-by-side comparison of tested specifications, real-world fuel efficiency, and crash-test safety ratings to see which is the best for reliability, performance, and more.

Comparing 2 Models

Sorento 2026

Midsized SUVs 3-row

2026 Kia Sorento

$32,390 - $53,490

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Telluride 2027

Midsized SUVs 3-row

2027 Kia Telluride

$39,190 - $56,790

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About
About
The Sorento SUV slots in between the compact and midsized categories. It comes standard with three rows of seats in either a six- or seven-passenger configuration. Upper trims get the six-passenger format with two individual captain's chairs in the s...
 
The all-new 2027 Kia Telluride is poised to build upon its Top Picks-winning predecessor, with a slightly increased size, high-tech cabin, and numerous trim variants. The smooth-sided SUV rides on a 3-inch longer wheelbase, stretching 2.3 inches lon...
Highs
Highs
Green Checkmark Icon Acceleration with the turbo four-cylinder
Green Checkmark Icon Ride and fuel economy with the hybrid version
Green Checkmark Icon Standard lane centering assistance and adaptive cruise control
 

NA

Lows
Lows
Red 'X' Icon Ride with the turbo version
Red 'X' Icon Turbo engine’s dual-clutch transmission
Red 'X' Icon Annoying split-use audio/climate control panel
 

NA

Road Test Score
Road Test Score
/ 100
 
NA
Reliability
Reliability
/ 100
 
/ 100
Owner Satisfaction
Owner Satisfaction
/ 100
 
/ 100
2026 Kia Sorento

$32,390 - $53,490

2027 Kia Telluride

$39,190 - $56,790

Overview

Body Styles
Body Styles

4-door SUV

 

4-door SUV

Trim Lines
Trim Lines

EX, SX-Prestige, X-Pro, LX, S, SX, X-Line

 

LX, S, SX, SX-Prestige, X-Pro SX Prestige, X-Line SX Prestige, X-Line SX, EX, X-Line EX

Base Price Range
Base Price Range

$32,390 - $53,490

 

$39,190 - $56,790

Drive Wheels
Drive Wheels

AWD, FWD

 

AWD, FWD

Seating Capacity
Seating Capacity

2 Front, 3 Rear, 2 Third

 

2 Front, 3 Rear, 3 Third

Engines/Motors
Engines/Motors

1.6-liter 4 hybrid (227 hp); 2.5-liter 4 turbo (281 hp); 2.5-liter 4 (191 hp); 1.6-liter 4 plugin hybrid (261 hp)

 

2.5-liter 4 hybrid (329 hp); 2.5-liter 4 turbo (274 hp)

Transmissions Available
Transmissions Available

8-speed Automatic, 6-speed Automatic, 8-speed Sequential

 

8-speed Automatic, 6-speed Automatic

Performance

Comfort & Convenience

Fuel Economy & Range

Vehicle Safety

Specification

Warranty

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