Kia · model year 2021
2021 Kia Sorento
Specifications and certified data for the 2021 model year. All Kia Sorento model years →
2021 UK builds, engines & trims
| Build | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Power hp | CO₂ g/km | MPG | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| '2' 1.6 T-GDi Self-Charging Hybrid Automatic AWD | 1,598 cc | Hybrid | Automatic | 227 | 158 | 40.9 | Dossier |
| '3' 1.6 T-GDi Self-Charging Hybrid Automatic AWD | 1,598 cc | Hybrid | Automatic | 227 | 166 | 38.2 | Dossier |
| '4' 1.6 T-GDi Self-Charging Hybrid Automatic AWD | 1,598 cc | Hybrid | Automatic | 227 | 168 | 42.2 | Dossier |
| 3 1.6 T-GDi Self-Charging Hybrid AWD | 1,598 cc | Hybrid | Automatic | 227 | 166 | 38.7 | Dossier |
| 4 1.6 T-GDi Self-Charging Hybrid AWD | 1,598 cc | Hybrid | Automatic | 227 | 169 | 38.2 | Dossier |
| '3' 2.2 CRDi Automatic DCT AWD | 2,151 cc | Diesel | Automatic | 199 | 176 | 38.7 | Dossier |
| 3 2.2 CRDi DCT8 AWD | 2,151 cc | Diesel | Automatic | 199 | 176 | 42.2 | Dossier |
| 3' 2.2 CRDi DCT AWD | 2,151 cc | Diesel | Automatic | 199 | — | — | Dossier |
| 3' 2.2 CRDi DCT AWD | 2,151 cc | Diesel | Automatic | 199 | — | — | Dossier |
| GT-Line 2.2 CRDi 197bhp 8-speed auto ISG 7-seat | 2,199 cc | Diesel | Automatic | 197 | — | — | Dossier |
| GT-Line S 2.2 CRDi 197bhp 8-speed auto ISG 7-seat | 2,199 cc | Diesel | Automatic | 197 | — | — | Dossier |
| KX-1 2.2 CRDi 197bhp 6-speed manual ISG 7-seat | 2,199 cc | Diesel | Manual | 197 | — | — | Dossier |
| KX-2 2.2 CRDi 197bhp 6-speed manual ISG 7-seat | 2,199 cc | Diesel | Manual | 197 | — | — | Dossier |
| KX-2 2.2 CRDi 197bhp 8-speed auto ISG 7-seat | 2,199 cc | Diesel | Automatic | 197 | — | — | Dossier |
| KX-3 2.2 CRDi 197bhp 6-speed manual ISG 7-seat | 2,199 cc | Diesel | Manual | 197 | — | — | Dossier |
| KX-3 2.2 CRDi 197bhp 8-speed auto ISG 7-seat | 2,199 cc | Diesel | Automatic | 197 | — | — | Dossier |
| '2' HEV 1.6 T-GDi 6-speed auto AWD | 1,598 cc | Hybrid | Other | 178 | — | — | Dossier |
| '2' Plug-In Hybrid 1.6 T-GDi AT AWD | 1,598 cc | Hybrid | Automatic | 178 | 38 | 176.6 | Dossier |
| '2' Plug-In Hybrid 1.6 T-GDi AT AWD | 1,598 cc | Hybrid | Other | 178 | 38 | 176.6 | Dossier |
| '3' HEV 1.6 T-GDi 6-speed auto AWD | 1,598 cc | Hybrid | Other | 178 | — | — | Dossier |
| '3' PHEV 1.6 T-GDi 6-speed auto AWD | 1,598 cc | Hybrid | Other | 178 | 38 | 176.6 | Dossier |
| '3' Plug-In Hybrid 1.6 T-GDi AT AWD | 1,598 cc | Hybrid | Automatic | 178 | 38 | 176.6 | Dossier |
| '3' Plug-In Hybrid 1.6 T-GDi AT AWD | 1,598 cc | Hybrid | Other | 178 | 38 | 176.6 | Dossier |
| '4' PHEV 1.6 T-GDi 6-speed auto AWD | 1,598 cc | Hybrid | Other | 178 | 38 | 176.6 | Dossier |
| '4' Plug-In Hybrid 1.6 T-GDi AT AWD | 1,598 cc | Hybrid | Automatic | 178 | 38 | 176.6 | Dossier |
| '4' Plug-In Hybrid 1.6 T-GDi AT AWD | 1,598 cc | Hybrid | Other | 178 | 38 | 176.6 | Dossier |
| 2' HEV 1.6 T-GDi AT AWD | 1,598 cc | Hybrid | Other | 178 | — | — | Dossier |
| 3' HEV 1.6 T-GDi AT AWD | 1,598 cc | Hybrid | Other | 178 | — | — | Dossier |
| 4' HEV 1.6 T-GDi AT AWD | 1,598 cc | Hybrid | Other | 178 | — | — | Dossier |
UK Vehicle Certification Agency fuel & emissions data and ACS catalogue records, Open Government Licence v3.0, VCA ↗.
2021 US EPA fuel-economy records
| Year | Engine | Drive | Transmission | Fuel | MPG (US) comb. | CO₂ g/mi | EV range mi | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1.6 L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S6) | Regular | 37 | 242 | — | EPA ↗ |
| 2021 | 2.5 L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 26 | 342 | — | EPA ↗ |
| 2021 | 2.5 L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S8) | Regular | 25 | 360 | — | EPA ↗ |
| 2021 | 2.5 L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 24 | 366 | — | EPA ↗ |
| 2021 | 2.5 L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S8) | Regular | 24 | 375 | — | EPA ↗ |
US EPA test figures (US MPG, US test cycle), fueleconomy.gov ↗, US government public domain.
US NHTSA safety ratings
| Vehicle | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid SUV FWD Early Release | ★★★★☆ (4/5) | ★★★★☆ (4/5) | ★★★★★ (5/5) | ★★★★☆ (4/5) | NHTSA ↗ |
| 2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid SUV FWD Later Release | ★★★★☆ (4/5) | ★★★★☆ (4/5) | ★★★★★ (5/5) | ★★★★☆ (4/5) | NHTSA ↗ |
| 2021 Kia Sorento SUV AWD Early Release | ★★★★☆ (4/5) | ★★★★☆ (4/5) | ★★★★★ (5/5) | ★★★★☆ (4/5) | NHTSA ↗ |
| 2021 Kia Sorento SUV AWD Later Release | ★★★★☆ (4/5) | ★★★★☆ (4/5) | ★★★★★ (5/5) | ★★★★☆ (4/5) | NHTSA ↗ |
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (US government, public domain). US-market versions; not the same tests as Euro NCAP.
US safety recalls
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25V649000 2025-09-25 · model years 2021, 2022, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Sorento vehicles. The heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) blower motor wiring harness may be inadequate, which can result in a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the wiring harness and blower motor resistor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2026. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 800-333-4542. Kia's number for this…
NHTSA recalls database (US government, public domain). Recalls apply to US-market vehicles; check the manufacturer for your country.
Generation in 2021
Sources
- UK VCA fuel & emissions data — https://carfueldata.vehicle-certification-agency.gov.uk/Open Government Licence v3.0
- US EPA / DOE FuelEconomy.gov — https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/ws/index.shtmlUS Government public domain
- NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings API — https://api.nhtsa.gov/SafetyRatingsUS Government public domain
- NHTSA recalls database — https://www.nhtsa.gov/recallsUS Government public domain
- Car Model Index — https://models.autoculturesociety.com/Compiled record. Sources that do not permit reuse are not copied; this index is credited instead.