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Plug-in hybrid 3-row SUV · 4W · Launched 2022
USD 52,000 - 57,000 / CAD 60,000 - 66,000
≈ ₹44.00 L (Indian market)
Indicative price · verify with manufacturer
Range
51 km
Battery
13.8 kWh
Top speed
190 km/h
Charge
2 hr
Power
261 bhp
Seats
6
Sorento Plug-in Hybrid. Buyers wanting 3-row PHEV with captain's chairs, AWD, and Kia value pricing. Status: currently on sale in US/CA.
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Buyers wanting 3-row PHEV with captain's chairs, AWD, and Kia value pricing
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Important: These issues were reported in earlier production batches and have largely been addressed by Kia in newer models through OTA updates and manufacturing improvements. If you experience any of these, ev.care's certified technicians can diagnose and resolve them — often in a single visit.
Range drops 15-25% at sustained highway speed in cold/AC use
Reported in earlier models — Kia has released fixes for newer batches.
12V aux battery should be checked annually on PHEV/EV
Reported in earlier models — Kia has released fixes for newer batches.
DC fast-charge speeds vary with operator firmware and battery temperature
Reported in earlier models — Kia has released fixes for newer batches.
Software OTA cadence varies by region — early build niggles common
Reported in earlier models — Kia has released fixes for newer batches.
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| Battery capacity | 13.8 kWh |
|---|---|
| Range (ARAI) | 51 km |
| Charge time (0-100%) | 2 hours |
| Fast charge | Level 2 AC ~2 hr (7.2 kW) |
| Battery warranty | 8 years / 1,60,000 km |
| Battery repurchase | No |
| Top speed | 190 km/h |
|---|---|
| Power | 261 bhp |
| Torque | 300 Nm |
| Motor type | PMSM |
| Drive type | AWD |
| Kerb weight | — |
|---|---|
| Ground clearance | 180 mm |
| Boot space | 400 litres |
| Seating | 6 seats |
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Kia Sorento Plug-in Hybrid
USD 52,000 - 57,000 / CAD 60,000 - 66,000
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The Kia Sorento Plug-in Hybrid scores 6.6/10 overall. Best suited for: Buyers wanting 3-row PHEV with captain's chairs, AWD, and Kia value pricing. Key strength: 32 mi epa ev range. Main consideration: tight 3rd row.
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