2023 KIA Sorento SX

The 2023 Kia Sorento is a three-row midsize SUV that slots between the Sportage and the Telluride in Kia's lineup. It competes with the Honda Pilot, Toyota Highlander, and Hyundai Santa Fe, offering a bit more space than the latter. The Sorento handles confidently for a three-row SUV, with responsive steering and a composed ride on most roads. Inside, the cabin is well-built and features a clean dashboard, available second-row captain's chairs, and a useful third row for occasional use. Standard tech includes an 8-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus a suite of driver assistance features. The SX adds 20-inch wheels, a 10.25-inch navigation screen, and a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster over the EX. Its 2.5L I4 makes 281 horsepower and pairs with an eight-speed automatic for responsive shifts; with four-wheel drive it's rated at 24 mpg combined. The SX comes with second-row captain's chairs as standard, dropping the third-row bench for six-passenger seating.