This is twice as much as the current version, making the new product one of the most competitive in the hybrid SUV segment. For many, this will be enough to drive around for their needs every day and not refuel.
The car will be equipped with two electric motors, which, together with a highly efficient battery, will provide improved power and efficiency.
The current Kia Sorento PHEV is equipped with a 1.6-liter T-GDI turbo engine with 180 hp and an electric motor with 91 hp, providing a total output of 265 hp. A 13.8 kWh battery provides a range of up to 57 km according to the WLTP cycle. The crossover is equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission, all-wheel drive and accelerates to 100 km/h in 8.7 seconds. The average fuel consumption is about 1.6 l/100 km. The trunk volume is 809 liters, the curb weight is 2044 kg.
The development of the second generation of PHEV technology was carried out jointly with leading component suppliers. Mass production of the new Sorento Plug-In Hybrid is scheduled for 2026. Kia also plans to use this system in the Sportage and EV9.
