Hyundai Ioniq 5 vs Kia Sorento
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Kia Sorento
Overview
| Spec | Hyundai Ioniq 5SE Standard Range | Kia SorentoLX |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | SE Standard Range | LX |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | electric | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 1-speed direct drive | 8-speed automatic |
| Engine type | electric | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Hyundai Ioniq 5SE Standard Range | Kia SorentoLX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $35,000 | $32,190 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Hyundai Ioniq 5SE Standard Range | Kia SorentoLX |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | — | 26 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | — | 23 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | — | 31 MPG (best) |
| Combined MPGe | 115 MPGe (best) | — |
| Electric range | 245 mi (best) | — |
| Battery capacity | 63 kWh (best) | — |
| 240V charge time | 6.3 hr (best) | — |
| Fuel tank | — | 17.7 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Hyundai Ioniq 5SE Standard Range | Kia SorentoLX |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 168 hp | 191 hp (best) |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft (best) | 181 lb-ft |
| Engine size | — | 2.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | — | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Hyundai Ioniq 5SE Standard Range | Kia SorentoLX |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 7 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 59.4 cu ft | 75.5 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 2,000 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,144 lbs | 3,814 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 6.1 in | 6.9 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 118.1 in (best) | 110.8 in |
| Length | 183.3 in | 189.6 in (best) |
| Width | 74.4 in | 74.8 in (best) |
| Height | 63 in | 66.7 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Hyundai Ioniq 5SE Standard Range | Kia SorentoLX |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
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 | Hyundai Ioniq 5 | Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | SE Standard Range $35,000 MSRP(Currently comparing) | LX $32,190 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | SE $37,500 MSRP | S $35,090 MSRP |
| 3 | SE $41,000 MSRP | S $37,090 MSRP |
| 4 | SEL $39,800 MSRP | EX $38,290 MSRP |
| 5 | SEL $43,300 MSRP | EX $39,790 MSRP |
| 6 | Limited $45,075 MSRP | EX $38,890 MSRP |
| 7 | Limited $48,975 MSRP | EX $40,690 MSRP |
| 8 | XRT $46,275 MSRP | SX $42,090 MSRP |
| 9 | XRT $46,725 MSRP | 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 |