Kia Sorento generations
(Ground clearance)| Generation year | Ground clearance |
|---|---|
| Sorento, Model year 2002 (JC) | 0 mm |
| Sorento, Model year 2006 (JC (1. Facelift)) | 0 mm |
| Sorento, Model year 2009 (XM) | 184 mm |
| Sorento, Model year 2012 (XM (1. Facelift)) | 185 mm |
| Sorento, Model year 2015 (UM) | 185 mm |
| Sorento, Model year 2017 (UM (1. Facelift)) | 185 mm |
| Sorento, Model year 2020 (Sorento MQ4) | 176 mm |
| Sorento, Model year 2024 (Sorento MQ4 (1. Facelift)) | 176 mm |
The ground clearance compared to other Kia models
When benchmarked against other KIA models, the Sorento sits fairly high up on the ground clearance scale. Models like the KIA Stinger and KIA EV3, with ground clearances of 130 mm and 140 mm respectively, seem laughable for anything beyond speed bumps and the occasional pothole. Even the more sizable Sportage only manages a 170 mm clearance, which is still less than what the MQ4 Sorento offers. Only the EV9 pips it ever so slightly at 177 mm. The Sorento thus provides a well-rounded value proposition, combining acceptable ground clearance with superior practicality.
Kia Sorento vs other current cars by Kia
(Ground clearance)| Variant name | Ground clearance |
|---|---|
| Stinger | 130 mm |
| EV3 | 140 mm |
| Picanto | 141 mm |
| Niro EV | 150 mm |
| e-Niro | 155 mm |
| e-Soul | 155 mm |
| EV6 | 160 mm |
| Niro Hybrid | 160 mm |
| Niro | 160 mm |
| Stonic | 165 mm |
| Sportage | 170 mm |
| XCeed | 172 mm |
| Sorento | 176 mm |
| EV9 | 177 mm |
How does the ground clearance of the Kia Sorento compare to it's nearest competitors?
Now, put the Sorento up against its rivals and it's a bit of a mixed bag – like comparing different flavors of crisps. For instance, the Renault Rafale doesn't even come close with its 145 mm clearance – about as useful as a chocolate teapot in rough terrains. On the flip side, the Nissan NV400 boasts a sturdier 189 mm, giving it a slight edge. Then, the Dodge Nitro dips a bit below the Sorento at 180 mm, and the Volvo XC60 goes significantly higher at 230 mm – practically an off-roading deity compared to our Sorento. The Fiat Fullback with 205 mm leaves the Sorento miles behind if ground clearance is your main criteria. Have a look at the wheelbase and lengths, and things get interesting again – vehicles like the Sorento, with its compact yet practical dimensions, offer a middle ground between city handling and off-the-beaten-path prowess.
Kia Sorento vs. similar cars
(Ground clearance)| Car model | Ground clearance |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz GL-Klasse 2006 | 307 mm |
| Jeep Gladiator 2021 | 253 mm |
| Audi Q8 2018 | 245 mm |
| ALPINA XD3 2013 | 212 mm |
| Jeep Grand Cherokee 1999 | 210 mm |
| Mercedes-Benz G-Klasse 2000 | 205 mm |
| Infiniti QX30 2016 | 202 mm |
| Hyundai Staria 2021 | 186 mm |
| VW Nutzfahrzeuge Grand California 2019 | 185 mm |
| Hyundai ix55 2009 | 185 mm |
| Peugeot 508 2010 | 184 mm |
| Hyundai Grand Santa Fe 2013 | 180 mm |
| KIA Sorento 2024 | 176 mm |
| Mercedes-Benz GLB 2019 | 135 mm |
| Mercedes-Benz GLC 2015 | 123 mm |
