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The 2026 Kia Sorento is in the Natural Resources Canada fuel-consumption ratings for new light-duty vehicles sold in Canada. 4 configurations are listed, with official L/100 km or electric range. MSRP is shown only when a separate published Canadian price has been checked.
Updated Sources: Natural Resources Canada (fuel consumption ratings)
According to Natural Resources Canada, the most efficient configuration (Plug-in Hybrid) uses 6.9 L/100 km combined (7.4 city, 6.3 highway). The 4 rated configurations range from 6.9 to 10.3 L/100 km. On electricity alone it covers up to 55 km.
Yes. NRCan rates AWD configurations of the 2026 Kia Sorento.
Yes. Transport Canada has published 1 safety recall covering the 2026 or newer Kia Sorento. The list, with what to do, is in the Recalls section of this page.
Its Vehonix efficiency score is 7.1/10. It ranks #91 of 283 SUV models for fuel use.
The closest matches by body style and price are the Lexus NX 450h+, Lincoln Corsair Grand Touring, Hyundai Tucson and Lexus RX 450h+. The Rivals section compares price, fuel use and power.
AWD for winter
Winter tires still matter most (mandatory in Quebec Dec. 1 to Mar. 15).
Combined fuel use (NRCan)
For plug-in hybrids: gasoline mode, once the battery is used.
Electric-only range (PHEV)
Source: Natural Resources Canada 2026 Fuel Consumption Guide open data, for every rated configuration.
Dimensions, capacity and EnerGuide label figures have not been verified for this model yet.
| Trim | AWD Automatic (AM8) | AWD Automatic (AS8) | Hybrid AWD | Plug-in Hybrid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Powertrain | Gasoline | Gasoline | Hybrid | Plug-in hybrid |
| Transmission | Automatic (AM8) | Automatic (AS8) | Automatic (AM6) | Automatic (AM6) |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | — |
| City (NRCan) | 11.5 L/100 km | 10.2 L/100 km | 7.2 L/100 km | 7.4 L/100 km |
| Highway (NRCan) | 8.7 L/100 km | 8.5 L/100 km | 6.7 L/100 km | 6.3 L/100 km |
| Combined (NRCan) | 10.3 L/100 km | 9.4 L/100 km | 7 L/100 km | 6.9 L/100 km |
| Electric range | — | — | — | 55 km |
| CO2 | 241 g/km | 222 g/km | 164 g/km | 62 g/km |
| MSRP | Not published | Not published | Not published | Not published |
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| MSRP | — |
|---|---|
| Freight and PDI | $0 |
| Dealer fees | $0 |
| Before tax | — |
| HST (13 %) | — |
| Estimated total, Ontario | — |
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| Trim | Range | Usable battery | Max DC fast charge | DC 10–80% | Level 2 charger | Charge port |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plug-in Hybrid | 55 km | Not verified | Not verified | Not verified | Not verified | Not verified |
Cheapest to run: Plug-in Hybrid, $2,141/yr · $10,703 over 5 years
Estimate from NRCan city and highway ratings, your split and your prices. Plug-in hybrids are calculated on gasoline unless comparison is on. Real-world use varies, especially in winter.
The manufacturer’s Canadian warranty has not been verified for this model yet. Terms apply to whichever comes first, years or km.
1 safety recall on file for the 2026 Kia Sorento.
On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the instrument cluster display to go blank while driving. As a result, you may not be able to see certain information about the vehicle, including the speedometer, fuel gauge, tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), warning lights and malfunction tell-tales.
Note: This recall only affects certain vehicles equipped with a 12.3-inch instrument cluster display. For the Sorento model, this recall only affects hybrid and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) models. For the Carnival model, both gas and hybrid models are affected. For the Sportage model, gas, hybrid and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) models are affected.
Warnings, tell-tales and gauges that don't display could increase the risk of a crash.
Kia will notify owners by mail and send a wireless over-the-air software update to eligible vehicles to update the instrument cluster software. Alternatively, you may schedule an appointment to have the update performed at a Kia dealership.
Filed under Sorento · Official Transport Canada notice ↗
On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the headlamps and tail lamps to turn off. As a result, the vehicles don't meet certain requirements of Canadian regulations.
Note: For the 2025 model year Sorento, this recall also affects hybrid and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) models.
Headlamps and tail lamps that don't work properly cause reduced visibility and make the vehicle less visible to others. Both issues could increase the risk of a crash.
Kia will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to update the body domain control unit software.
Filed under Sorento · Official Transport Canada notice ↗
On certain vehicles, the fuel line could become damaged by contact with the steering gear in certain crashes. If this happens, fuel could leak.
Note: This recall only affects certain plug-in hybrid models equipped with rack-mounted motor driven power steering (R-MDPS).
A fuel leak can create the risk of a fire.
Kia will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to install an additional protective cover on the fuel line.
Filed under Sorento · Official Transport Canada notice ↗
On certain vehicles, the compliance label may be missing information in French. The words listed on the label for "Tires", "Rims", "Front" and "Rear" appear in English only, when they should be listed as "Tires/Pneus", "Rims/Jantes", "Front/Avant" and "Rear/Arriere". Canadian regulations require this information to be listed on the label in both English and French.
These small errors do not affect vehicle safety.
This is not a recall. Kia has corrected the compliance label for all new vehicles.
Filed under Sorento · Official Transport Canada notice ↗
On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the headlamps and tail lamps to turn off. As a result, the vehicles don't meet certain requirements of Canadian regulations.
Note: For the 2025 model year Sorento, this recall also affects hybrid and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) models.
Headlamps and tail lamps that don't work properly cause reduced visibility and make the vehicle less visible to others. Both issues could increase the risk of a crash.
Kia will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to update the body domain control unit software.
Filed under Sorento · Official Transport Canada notice ↗
On certain vehicles, the compliance label may be missing information in French. The words listed on the label for "Tires", "Rims", "Front" and "Rear" appear in English only, when they should be listed as "Tires/Pneus", "Rims/Jantes", "Front/Avant" and "Rear/Arriere". Canadian regulations require this information to be listed on the label in both English and French.
These small errors do not affect vehicle safety.
This is not a recall. Kia has corrected the compliance label for all new vehicles.
Filed under Sorento · Official Transport Canada notice ↗
On certain vehicles, the motor driven power steering (MDPS) wiring harness may have been routed incorrectly. As a result, the wiring could become damaged by contact with the steering shaft. If this happens, there could be a reduction or loss of power steering assist.
A loss of power steering assist can cause an increase in steering effort, especially at low speeds, and create the risk of a crash.
Kia will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, re-route the MDPS wiring harness. If damage is found, the wiring harness will be repaired or replaced as necessary.
Filed under Sorento · Official Transport Canada notice ↗
Recalls Transport Canada has filed under this model name. A recall may cover only some versions or build dates, so check your VIN with the manufacturer or a dealer. Transport Canada says manufacturers almost always make these repairs free of charge. How to check your vehicle →
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Against the competition
The Kia Sorento leads in 0 of 5 categories against 4 direct rivals.
From $59,990
Where it beats the Sorento
MSRP not checked yet
Where the Sorento wins
From $35,499
Where it beats the Sorento
Where the Sorento wins
From $78,495
Where it beats the Sorento
| Spec | KiaSorentoThis car | LexusNX 450h+ | LincolnCorsair Grand Touring | HyundaiTucson | LexusRX 450h+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting MSRP | — | $59,990 | — | $35,499 | $78,495 |
| Combined fuel use | 6.9 L/100 km | 6.9 L/100 km | 7.1 L/100 km | 6.7 L/100 km | 6.7 L/100 km |
| City / highway (L/100 km) | 7.2 / 6.3 | 6.6 / 7.2 | 6.9 / 7.4 | 6.7 / 6.7 | 6.5 / 6.9 |
| Electric range | 55 km | 60 km | 43 km | 51 km | 60 km |
| Max power | — | 304 hp | — | 231 hp | 304 hp |
| Vehonix efficiency score | 7.1/10 | 7.1/10 | 7/10 | 7.2/10 | 7.2/10 |
| Fuel type | Plug-in hybrid | Plug-in hybrid | Plug-in hybrid | Plug-in hybrid | Plug-in hybrid |
| Drivetrain | AWD available | AWD available | No | AWD available | AWD available |
| Drivetrains | AWD | AWD | — | AWD | AWD |
| Rated configurations | 4 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 2 |
| Recalls this model year | 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 0 |
| Compare | Head-to-head → | Head-to-head → | Head-to-head → | Head-to-head → |
Rivals matched automatically: same body style, other brands, closest starting price (or fuel use when the price is missing). Fuel and ratings: NRCan 2026. Prices: manufacturer MSRP before freight and tax. “Best” only reflects the figures shown.
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