The 2025 Kia Sorento vs. the 2025 Kia Telluride: Choosing the Right Midsize SUV

Two of the most competitive midsize SUVs at your Kia dealership are the 2025 Kia Sorento and the 2025 Kia Telluride. In a head-to-head matchup, each of these three-row SUVs is a suitable match for active and growing families. Explore the highlights of each model today. 

The Kia Sorento has an urban-friendly 2.5-liter, four-cylinder powertrain beneath the hood. This motor produces 191 horsepower and 181 lb-ft of torque. Along with idle-stop engine technology to enhance fuel efficiency, the Sorento has a standard eight-speed automatic transmission, which is upgraded to an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission on the EX and above models. A torque-vectoring AWD system is standard for both X-Line models and available on the S trim. 


The Telluride has a more powerful 3.8-liter V6 motor that generates 291 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque. Torque vectoring cornering control and selectable drive modes are standard across all trim levels. Both the EX X-Line and EX X-Pro have an AWD driveline with an additional Snow Mode for stable winter weather performance. 

Infotainment Systems

The Sorento is outfitted with a 12.3-inch central display and a 4.0-inch digital cluster. The infotainment touchscreen can connect with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, as well as Kia Connect features for added convenience. The Telluride adds an integrated navigation system to the 12.3-inch central touchscreen. Multi-device Bluetooth connectivity is standard for both models. 

Exterior Highlights

The Telluride comes with automatic headlight control for the LED projector headlights, as well as a front emergency tow hook attachment point. Models like the SX have key upgrades like LED fog lights, 20-inch alloy wheels, roof rails, and a Smart Power Liftgate that can automatically close at the push of a button or when you walk away from the vehicle. 

The Sorento has LED daytime running lights and LED positioning lights for extra style and illumination. This model has 17-inch alloy wheels, which are upgraded to 20-inch X-Line alloy wheels on both the upper trims. High beam assist, which senses when to turn high beam headlights on or off, is also standard. 

Interior Specs

The Sorento has a six or seven-passenger capacity, depending on which trim you prefer. The dedicated cargo space in this model is 12.6 cubic feet, but folding the second- and third-row seats flat can extend the cargo space to 75.5 cubic feet. The Telluride can seat seven or eight passengers. This model has 21 cubic feet of dedicated cargo room, with up to 87 cubic feet of cargo-carrying capacity. 

If you spend most of your time in the suburbs, the Kia Sorento is ideal. On the other hand, if you need a little more space and power, the Telluride is a great utility vehicle. Reserve your favorite model when you contact Kia of West Chester in West Chester, PA. 

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