Are you looking for an SUV that’s up for the challenge of commuting through West Chester, Wilmington, and Philadelphia? How about one that’s well-equipped for adventures to Ardmore, Exton, and Springfield? If this is you, then you may like popular models like the 2021 Kia Sorento and Ford Explorer. The team at Kia of West Chester wanted to help you determine which of these heavy hitters in the class would be the best fit for your lifestyle, so we compared them side by side. Check out our Sorento vs. Explorer comparison and then contact us to take a test drive.
Kia Sorento vs Ford Explorer Agility
If you need a full-size SUV that’s prepared to go the distance on your next getaway, then you’re in good hands with either the Kia Sorento or Ford Explorer. Both come with an available smart all-wheel drive (AWD) system that can keep you steady and moving forward whether you’re heading down to the beach, up north for a ski trip, or simply commuting to work on a rainy day. The smart AWD systems in both vehicles actively monitor your roadway conditions and automatically adjust torque distribution as needed to help improve your traction control. These systems keep you agile when the road gets a bit rocky.
When you’re driving through Philadelphia or trying to parallel park your car in West Chester, however, you might find you have an easier time with the Kia Sorento. You can see that in the table below:
| Exterior Dimensions |
2021 Kia Sorento |
2021 Ford Explorer |
| Wheelbase |
109.4 in. |
119.1 in. |
| Length |
189 in. |
198.8 in. |
| Width |
74.4 in. |
78.9 in. |
The Ford Explorer is almost 10 inches longer than the Kia Sorento. It also adds almost 10 inches to its wheelbase compared to the Sorento. This may make the Explorer a bit more cumbersome during city driving or when parking.
Smart Safety Features in the Kia Sorento and Ford Explorer
If you’re like many local drivers, then you’re looking for an SUV with plenty of ways to keep you safe and in control during your drives around town. That’s something you’ll get with both the Kia Sorento and Ford Explorer. They both come equipped with standard and available driver-assist features that are designed to add extra awareness and convenience to every drive. Features you’ll get from both vehicles include:
- Forward collision mitigation
- Lane keeping
- Blind spot monitoring
They also both have a smart cruise control feature. It can automatically adjust your cruise control speed to go with the flow of traffic when you approach slower-moving or stopped vehicles on the highway. One feature that’s unique to the Sorento, however, is Driver Attention Warning (DAW). This available feature monitors your driving habits for behaviors that may indicate drowsy or distracted driving. If detected, it’ll provide a gentle suggestion that you may want to take a break from behind the wheel. The Explorer doesn’t offer a comparable feature.
Will You Drive the Kia Sorento or Ford Explorer?
After comparing the Kia Sorento vs. Ford Explorer, we hope you have a better idea of which one you want to drive through Exton, Springfield, and Wilmington. If you like the Sorento and want to see how it can handle the Ardmore area roadways, then contact the team at Kia of West Chester to take it out for a spin.
Contact us to schedule your test drive today!
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