Dodge Hornet vs Kia Sorento
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Kia Sorento
Overview
| Spec | Dodge HornetGT | Kia SorentoLX |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | GT | LX |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2025 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Dodge HornetGT | Kia SorentoLX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $29,995 (best) | $32,190 |
| Lowest listing price | $18,949 | $5,442 (best) |
| Median listing price | $22,488 (best) | $37,054 |
| Highest listing price | $40,435 (best) | $50,695 |
| For sale now | 15 | 1,398 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Dodge HornetGT | Kia SorentoLX |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 24 MPG | 26 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 21 MPG | 23 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 29 MPG | 31 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 13.5 gal | 17.7 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Dodge HornetGT | Kia SorentoLX |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 268 hp (best) | 191 hp |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft (best) | 181 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Dodge HornetGT | Kia SorentoLX |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 7 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 27 cu ft | 75.5 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 2,000 lbs | 2,000 lbs |
| Payload | 1,245 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,715 lbs (best) | 3,814 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 8 in (best) | 6.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 103.8 in | 110.8 in (best) |
| Length | 178 in | 189.6 in (best) |
| Width | — | 74.8 in (best) |
| Height | 63.8 in | 66.7 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Dodge HornetGT | Kia SorentoLX |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | Not Rated | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | Not Rated | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | Not Rated | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | Not Rated | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | Not Rated | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | Not Rated | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | Not Rated | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 3 | 2 (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Dodge Hornet | Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | GT $29,995 MSRP(Currently comparing) | LX $32,190 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | GT Plus $35,490 MSRP | S $35,090 MSRP |
| 3 | R/T $41,645 MSRP | S $37,090 MSRP |
| 4 | R/T Plus $46,990 MSRP | EX $38,290 MSRP |
| 5 | — | EX $39,790 MSRP |
| 6 | — | EX $38,890 MSRP |
| 7 | — | EX $40,690 MSRP |
| 8 | — | SX $42,090 MSRP |
| 9 | — | X-Line EX $42,590 MSRP |
| 10 | — | X-Line SX $43,890 MSRP |
| 11 | — | X-Line SX Prestige $46,590 MSRP |
| 12 | — | X-Line SX Prestige $47,190 MSRP |
| 13 | — | X-Line SX Prestige $53,490 MSRP |
| 14 | — | X-Pro SX Prestige $47,590 MSRP |
| 15 | — | EX $48,290 MSRP |
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Dodge Hornet vs Kia Sorento FAQ
- Which is better: 2025 Dodge Hornet or 2026 Kia Sorento?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2025 Dodge Hornet vs 2026 Kia Sorento on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2025 Dodge Hornet or 2026 Kia Sorento?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2025 Dodge Hornet starts lower at $29,995. Live Dodge Hornet listings start at $18,949. Live Kia Sorento listings start at $5,442.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2025 Dodge Hornet or 2026 Kia Sorento?
- The 2025 Dodge Hornet leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (29,995).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2025 Dodge Hornet or 2026 Kia Sorento?
- The 2026 Kia Sorento leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (37).
- Which has better electricRangeMi: 2025 Dodge Hornet or 2026 Kia Sorento?
- The 2025 Dodge Hornet leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (33).
- Which has better horsepower: 2025 Dodge Hornet or 2026 Kia Sorento?
- The 2025 Dodge Hornet leads on horsepower in this comparison (288).
- Which has better seats: 2025 Dodge Hornet or 2026 Kia Sorento?
- The 2026 Kia Sorento leads on seats in this comparison (7).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2025 Dodge Hornet or 2026 Kia Sorento?
- The 2026 Kia Sorento leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (4,500).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2025 Dodge Hornet vs 2026 Kia Sorento?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Dodge Hornet (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall); Kia Sorento (5/5 NHTSA overall).