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2025 Kia Sorento vs. Telluride | Palatine, IL
Looking for a family-friendly three-row SUV? Forge ahead in the 2025 Kia Sorento or 2025 Kia Telluride. From modern technology, advanced safety features, and premium comforts, these SUVs share many common amenities. Find out which one is right for you and your crew by reading this 2025 Kia Sorento vs. Telluride comparison prepared by the team at McGrath Arlington Kia. Further your research on both models by checking out our Kia Sorento trim levels page and Kia Telluride trim levels guide.
Explore the inventory at our dealership in Palatine, IL, to find your preferred model, then schedule a test drive to experience it firsthand. Peruse our finance and lease offers for potential savings. Have questions? Reach out to us online or by phone at (847) 202-3900.
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2025 Kia Sorento vs. Telluride Size & Cargo Space
Travel with your trusty crew with ample room in the 2025 Kia Sorento or 2025 Kia Telluride. While both SUVs can accommodate seven passengers, the Telluride can also seat up to eight with a second-row bench seat instead of a pair of captain’s chairs. If you’re looking for larger cargo space, the Telluride offers 87 cubic feet when both rear rows are folded, compared to 75.5 cubic feet in the Sorento. Additionally, each model provides 41.4 inches of legroom in the first row.
See interior dimensions for both models in the accompanying charts:
2025 Kia Sorento
- Seating: Six or seven
- Headroom (First/Second/Third Row): 40.3 / 39.1 / 36.8 in.
- Legroom (First/Second/Third Row): 41.4 / 41.7 / 29.6 in.
- Cargo Volume Behind First/Second/Third Row: 75.5 / 45 / 12.6 cu.-ft.
2025 Kia Telluride
- Seating: Seven or eight
- Headroom (First/Second/Third Row): 40.9 / 40.2 / 38.1 in.
- Legroom (First/Second/Third Row): 41.4 / 42.4 / 31.4 in.
- Cargo Volume Behind First/Second/Third Row: 87 / 46 / 21 cu.-ft.
2025 Kia Sorento vs. Telluride Performance & Engine Specs
Experience the exceptional performance of the 2025 Kia Sorento and 2025 Kia Telluride. The Sorento distinguishes itself by offering two engine options, while the Telluride features one — a 3.8L V6 that boasts the highest maximum towing capability at 5,500 pounds. The engines on each model are paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission, except the 2.5L turbo four-cylinder on the Sorento, which is equipped with an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission. If you’re looking for the best fuel economy, the 2.5L four-cylinder powertrain on the Sorento comes out on top with 31 MPG on the highway.
See engine specifications for both models in the following table:
| Kia Sorento | 2025 Model | Kia Telluride | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L four-cylinder | 2.5L turbo four-cylinder | Engine | 3.8L V6 |
| 191 HP | 281 HP | Horsepower | 291 HP |
| 181 lb.-ft. | 311 lb.-ft. | Torque | 262 lb.-ft. |
| Eight-speed automatic | Eight-speed dual-clutch (wet type) | Transmission | Eight-speed automatic |
| FWD / AWD | Drivetrain | FWD / AWD | |
| 23 / 31 | 20 / 29 | MPG (City/Hwy) | 20 / 26 |
| 2,500 lbs. | 4,500 lbs. | Max. Towing | 5,500 lbs. |
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2025 Kia Sorento vs. Telluride Interior Design & Technology
The 2025 Kia Sorento and 2025 Kia Telluride boast a roomy and versatile cabin. Both models feature SynTex and leather seat upholstery, while the Sorento also offers cloth material. Stay comfortable and content on every trip with heated and ventilated front seats, which are available in each SUV. A standout feature of the Sorento is the available 14-way power-adjustable driver's seat compared to the ten-way power driver's seat on the Telluride.
Revel in the modern entertainment features in the 2025 Kia Sorento and 2025 Kia Telluride. Find a standard 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen in either model, and pair it to your smartphone with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™; a wireless version is standard on the Sorento. Enjoy premium sonic clarity with high-quality sound systems, such as the 12-speaker Bose® premium audio system on the Sorento and a ten-speaker Harman Kardon® premium audio system on the Telluride.
Shared available interior features include:
- SynTex and leather seat upholstery
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- Heated steering wheel
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
Shared available technology features include:
- 12.3-in. instrument cluster display
- Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™
- Wireless phone charger
- SiriusXM® Satellite Radio capability
- Wi-Fi® hotspot capability
2025 Kia Sorento vs. Telluride Safety Options & Features
Navigate the roads confidently with the cutting-edge safety systems in the 2025 Kia Sorento and 2025 Kia Telluride. Both SUVs share numerous standard features that help you stay alert and informed while driving, such as blind spot collision warning, lane-keeping assist, and intelligent speed limit assist. The Telluride stands out with standard navigation-based smart cruise control and Highway Driving Assist 1.5.
Shared available safety features include:
- Blind spot view monitor
- Forward collision avoidance assist with junction crossing, lane change oncoming, lane change side, and evasive steering assist detection
- Surround view monitor
- Smart cruise control with stop/go and machine learning
- Highway Driving Assist 2
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2025 Kia Sorento vs. Telluride Price
Browse the inventory at McGrath Arlington Kia in Palatine, IL, to find your favorite Kia model. The Sorento for sale starts at $31,990 MSRP, and the Telluride for sale begins at $36,390 MSRP.
Questions? Contact our team online or via phone at (847) 202-3900.
