INFINITI QX30 vs Kia Sorento
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Kia Sorento
Overview
| Spec | INFINITI QX30PURE | Kia SorentoLX |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | PURE | LX |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2019 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | INFINITI QX30PURE | Kia SorentoLX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $30,250 (best) | $32,190 |
| Lowest listing price | $11,951 | $5,442 (best) |
| Median listing price | $11,951 (best) | $37,035 |
| Highest listing price | $11,951 (best) | $50,695 |
| For sale now | 1 | 1,404 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | INFINITI QX30PURE | Kia SorentoLX |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 27 MPG (best) | 26 MPG |
| City MPG | 24 MPG (best) | 23 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 33 MPG (best) | 31 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 13.2 gal | 17.7 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | INFINITI QX30PURE | Kia SorentoLX |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 208 hp (best) | 191 hp |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft (best) | 181 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | INFINITI QX30PURE | Kia SorentoLX |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 7 seats (best) |
| Doors | 5 (best) | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 34 cu ft | 75.5 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 2,000 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 983 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,285 lbs (best) | 3,814 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 6.8 in | 6.9 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 110.8 in (best) |
| Length | 174.2 in | 189.6 in (best) |
| Width | 71.1 in | 74.8 in (best) |
| Height | 58.9 in | 66.7 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | INFINITI QX30PURE | 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 | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 1 (best) | 2 |
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 | INFINITI QX30 | Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | PURE $30,250 MSRP(Currently comparing) | LX $32,190 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | LUXE $33,100 MSRP | S $35,090 MSRP |
| 3 | LUXE $35,100 MSRP | S $37,090 MSRP |
| 4 | ESSENTIAL $39,300 MSRP | EX $38,290 MSRP |
| 5 | ESSENTIAL $41,500 MSRP | EX $39,790 MSRP |
| 6 | SPORT $40,200 MSRP | 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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INFINITI QX30 vs Kia Sorento FAQ
- Which is better: 2019 INFINITI QX30 or 2026 Kia Sorento?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2019 INFINITI QX30 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: 2019 INFINITI QX30 or 2026 Kia Sorento?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2019 INFINITI QX30 starts lower at $30,250. Live INFINITI QX30 listings start at $11,951. Live Kia Sorento listings start at $5,442.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2019 INFINITI QX30 or 2026 Kia Sorento?
- The 2019 INFINITI QX30 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (30,250).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2019 INFINITI QX30 or 2026 Kia Sorento?
- The 2026 Kia Sorento leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (37).
- Which has better electricRangeMi: 2019 INFINITI QX30 or 2026 Kia Sorento?
- The 2026 Kia Sorento leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (30).
- Which has better horsepower: 2019 INFINITI QX30 or 2026 Kia Sorento?
- The 2026 Kia Sorento leads on horsepower in this comparison (281).
- Which has better seats: 2019 INFINITI QX30 or 2026 Kia Sorento?
- The 2026 Kia Sorento leads on seats in this comparison (7).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2019 INFINITI QX30 or 2026 Kia Sorento?
- The 2026 Kia Sorento leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (4,500).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2019 INFINITI QX30 vs 2026 Kia Sorento?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Kia Sorento (5/5 NHTSA overall).