Rear Quarter View of the 2019 Kia Sorento

How powerful will the 2019 Kia Sorento be?

2019 Kia Sorento available engine options and performance specs

If we asked you to name the best-selling Kia vehicle of the last few years, what would you say? The Soul? Optima? Maybe even the new Stinger? In reality, it’s the Sorento, by far the largest SUV in the model line. From its beautiful exterior styling to its high innovation inside, the Sorento is a fitting representative of the Kia line’s resurgence into the public eye. For the upcoming model year, we’re fully expecting the Sorento to continue these same values, and we want to give you an inside look at its full capabilities. Join Kia of Irvine as we show you the 2019 Kia Sorento available engine options and performance specs!

Horsepower and Torque Ratings of the 2019 Kia Sorento

The 2019 Sorento brings two available engines into the fold, the first of which is a 2.4-liter DOHC Inline 4 that is capable of producing 185 horsepower and 178 pound-feet of torque. This type of compact punch also allows Sorento L and LX trims to be able to achieve 25 combined highway miles per gallon.


Dashboard View of the 2019 Kia Sorento

Seating in the 2019 Kia Sorento


Of course, if you need a bit more adrenaline out of your ride, the 2019 Sorento has you covered. It also offers a 3.3-liter V6 engine that can churn out upwards of 290 horsepower and 252 pound-feet of torque, also equating to a maximum towing capacity of 5,000 pounds! That means that this is the SUV for you if your daily adventures include trips to the lake or campsite.


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Test drive the 2019 Kia Sorento in Orange County CA

We have much more to show you about the 2019 Sorento, but you’ll need to stop in and see us if you want to get a full peek. Feel free to contact our sales team if you’re interested in setting up a test drive at the date and time that best works with your schedule!


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