S Diesel AWD
$54,630 +ORC
- Powertrain
- 2.2L turbo-diesel 4cyl
- Fuel use
- 6.0 L/100 km
- Power
- 148 kW
Value entry. Diesel torque, AWD traction, the tow-rig pick.
Kia
2026 Kia Sorento
Large 7-seat SUV
On sale nowHybrid
From $54,630 plus on-road costs
The MQ4 Sorento is Kia's 7-seat large SUV, refreshed in 2024 with the new family face and the dual 12.3-inch curved display from the EV9.
From$54,630+ORC
Fuel use1.6 to 6 L/100 km
Power148 to 195 kW
Battery1 to 14 kWh
Boot608 L
Seats7
Warranty7 yrs / unlimited km
CarTell take
We haven't driven the Sorento yet. On paper, PHEV adds roughly $20k over the hybrid, so the payback maths only works if you charge at home and run short daily commutes on electricity.
Why consider it
- Only large SUV with V6, diesel, HEV and PHEV across the lineup.
- The 1.6T PHEV is unique in segment with 68 km of WLTP EV range.
What to know
- Third row is tight, Santa Fe and Palisade have more space back there.
- ANCAP score from 2020 is also due for re-test.
Who it suits
Families of seven who want powertrain choice (V6, diesel, HEV or PHEV) on one body. The Sport HEV AWD is the volume sweet spot.
Small families
7 seats, 5-star ANCAP
Towing
up to 2,000 kg braked
Efficiency, charging and ownership
The numbers that matter day to day.1.6 to 6 L/100 km
Claimed fuel use
Combined cycle.
1 to 14 kWh
Battery
7 yrs / unlimited km
Warranty
Grades and pricing
16 grades for Australia, plus on-road costs.| Grade | Price from | Powertrain | Fuel use | Power | Key differences |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S Diesel AWD | $54,630 +ORC | 2.2L turbo-diesel 4cyl | 6.0 L/100 km | 148 kW | Value entry. Diesel torque, AWD traction, the tow-rig pick. |
| S Hybrid FWD | $56,630 +ORC | 1.6L turbo-petrol hybrid | 5.4 L/100 km | 169 kW | |
| Sport Diesel AWD | $57,250 +ORC | 2.2L turbo-diesel 4cyl | 6.0 L/100 km | 148 kW | |
| Sport Hybrid FWD | $59,250 +ORC | 1.6L turbo-petrol hybrid | 5.4 L/100 km | 169 kW | |
| S Hybrid AWD | $59,630 +ORC | 1.6L turbo-petrol hybrid | 5.7 L/100 km | 169 kW | |
| Sport+ Diesel AWD | $62,180 +ORC | 2.2L turbo-diesel 4cyl | 6.0 L/100 km | 148 kW | |
| Sport Hybrid AWD | $62,250 +ORC | 1.6L turbo-petrol hybrid | 5.7 L/100 km | 169 kW | |
| Sport+ Hybrid FWD | $64,180 +ORC | 1.6L turbo-petrol hybrid | 5.4 L/100 km | 169 kW | |
| Sport+ Hybrid AWD | $67,180 +ORC | 1.6L turbo-petrol hybrid | 5.7 L/100 km | 169 kW | |
| GT-Line Diesel AWD | $69,540 +ORC | 2.2L turbo-diesel 4cyl | 6.0 L/100 km | 148 kW | Diesel flagship. Nappa leather, 12-speaker Bose, premium kit. |
| S Plug-in Hybrid AWD | $71,130 +ORC | 1.6L turbo-petrol PHEV | 1.6 L/100 km | 195 kW | |
| GT-Line Hybrid FWD | $71,540 +ORC | 1.6L turbo-petrol hybrid | 5.4 L/100 km | 169 kW | |
| Sport Plug-in Hybrid AWD | $73,750 +ORC | 1.6L turbo-petrol PHEV | 1.6 L/100 km | 195 kW | |
| GT-Line Hybrid AWD | $74,540 +ORC | 1.6L turbo-petrol hybrid | 5.7 L/100 km | 169 kW | |
| Sport+ Plug-in Hybrid AWD | $78,680 +ORC | 1.6L turbo-petrol PHEV | 1.6 L/100 km | 195 kW | |
| GT-Line Plug-in Hybrid AWD | $86,040 +ORC | 1.6L turbo-petrol PHEV | 1.6 L/100 km | 195 kW |
S Hybrid FWD
$56,630 +ORC
- Powertrain
- 1.6L turbo-petrol hybrid
- Fuel use
- 5.4 L/100 km
- Power
- 169 kW
Sport Diesel AWD
$57,250 +ORC
- Powertrain
- 2.2L turbo-diesel 4cyl
- Fuel use
- 6.0 L/100 km
- Power
- 148 kW
Sport Hybrid FWD
$59,250 +ORC
- Powertrain
- 1.6L turbo-petrol hybrid
- Fuel use
- 5.4 L/100 km
- Power
- 169 kW
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S Hybrid AWD
$59,630 +ORC
- Powertrain
- 1.6L turbo-petrol hybrid
- Fuel use
- 5.7 L/100 km
- Power
- 169 kW
Sport+ Diesel AWD
$62,180 +ORC
- Powertrain
- 2.2L turbo-diesel 4cyl
- Fuel use
- 6.0 L/100 km
- Power
- 148 kW
Sport Hybrid AWD
$62,250 +ORC
- Powertrain
- 1.6L turbo-petrol hybrid
- Fuel use
- 5.7 L/100 km
- Power
- 169 kW
Sport+ Hybrid FWD
$64,180 +ORC
- Powertrain
- 1.6L turbo-petrol hybrid
- Fuel use
- 5.4 L/100 km
- Power
- 169 kW
Sport+ Hybrid AWD
$67,180 +ORC
- Powertrain
- 1.6L turbo-petrol hybrid
- Fuel use
- 5.7 L/100 km
- Power
- 169 kW
GT-Line Diesel AWD
$69,540 +ORC
- Powertrain
- 2.2L turbo-diesel 4cyl
- Fuel use
- 6.0 L/100 km
- Power
- 148 kW
Diesel flagship. Nappa leather, 12-speaker Bose, premium kit.
S Plug-in Hybrid AWD
$71,130 +ORC
- Powertrain
- 1.6L turbo-petrol PHEV
- Fuel use
- 1.6 L/100 km
- Power
- 195 kW
GT-Line Hybrid FWD
$71,540 +ORC
- Powertrain
- 1.6L turbo-petrol hybrid
- Fuel use
- 5.4 L/100 km
- Power
- 169 kW
Sport Plug-in Hybrid AWD
$73,750 +ORC
- Powertrain
- 1.6L turbo-petrol PHEV
- Fuel use
- 1.6 L/100 km
- Power
- 195 kW
GT-Line Hybrid AWD
$74,540 +ORC
- Powertrain
- 1.6L turbo-petrol hybrid
- Fuel use
- 5.7 L/100 km
- Power
- 169 kW
Sport+ Plug-in Hybrid AWD
$78,680 +ORC
- Powertrain
- 1.6L turbo-petrol PHEV
- Fuel use
- 1.6 L/100 km
- Power
- 195 kW
GT-Line Plug-in Hybrid AWD
$86,040 +ORC
- Powertrain
- 1.6L turbo-petrol PHEV
- Fuel use
- 1.6 L/100 km
- Power
- 195 kW
Practicality and safety
7 seats
Seating
608 L
Boot space. 2nd row up
5-star ANCAP
Safety rating. Rated 2020
FWD or AWD
Drivetrain
Top rivals
Look at the alternatives if you need a larger third row for adults (Hyundai Palisade, Toyota Kluger), you tow 3,500 kg (Ford Everest), or the 2020 ANCAP score gives you pause.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the 2026 Kia Sorento in Australia?
Pricing opens at $54,630 plus on-roads for the S Diesel AWD and tops out at $86,040 plus on-roads for the GT-Line Plug-in Hybrid AWD, across 16 variants. Prices checked October 2026, so confirm with a dealer.
How far can the Kia Sorento PHEV drive on electricity?
68 km of WLTP electric range from the 13.8 kWh battery, the only PHEV in the large 7-seat SUV segment in Australia.
How many seats does the Kia Sorento have?
Seven standard, with an optional 6-seat captain-chair layout on the upper trims.
What is the Kia Sorento warranty?
7 years unlimited km on the car, with 8 years on the HEV and PHEV high-voltage battery.
The Kia Sorento in full
The MQ4 Sorento is Kia's 7-seat large SUV, refreshed in 2024 with the new family face and the dual 12.3-inch curved display from the EV9. The V6 petrol was dropped in 2026, leaving diesel, hybrid and plug-in hybrid.
From$54,630+ORC
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