The Kia Sorento towing capacity is 2,000-5,000 lbs. This variety is provided by the array of abilities each engine offers drivers. Starting with the standard 2.4L DOHC 16-valve engine, with the capacity to tow up to 2,500 pounds. The only available engine for the vehicle is the 3.3L DOHC 24-valve V6 engine, which can tow 3,500 pounds in FWD and 5,000 pounds in All-wheel drive. This provides drivers an opportunity to pick what suits their needs and what fits for them.
The Kia Sorento horsepower is 185-290 horsepower. The standard 2.4L i4 engine creates 185 horsepower and is coupled with a standard electronic 6-speed Automatic Transmission. Although the available 3.3L 24-valve V6 engine is paired with an accessible electronic 8-speed Automatic Transmission that creates 290 horsepower.
The curb weight of the Kia Sorento is 3,810-5,622 lbs. The standard trim level weighs between 3,810-3,854 lbs. Other trim selections have a weight range that is affected by the drivetrain and engine that drivers pick. For example, the S V6 model in Front-wheel drive weighs 3,500-5,000 lbs and in AWD weighs 5,489-5,622 lbs. The SX trim in All-wheel drive weighs 4,101-4,343 pounds and FWD weighs 3,968-4,211 lbs.
The ground clearance of the Kia Sorento is 7.3 inches. While this won’t do much for drivers wanting to go off-road driving, it’s good for providing drivers ample visibility to see what’s ahead and a safe drive.
