INFINITI QX50 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 QX50PURE | Kia SorentoLX |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | PURE | LX |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | continuously variable-speed automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2025 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | INFINITI QX50PURE | Kia SorentoLX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $43,000 | $32,190 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $10,779 | $5,442 (best) |
| Median listing price | $28,469 (best) | $37,072 |
| Highest listing price | $42,555 (best) | $50,695 |
| For sale now | 20 | 1,336 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | INFINITI QX50PURE | Kia SorentoLX |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 25 MPG | 26 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 22 MPG | 23 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 28 MPG | 31 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 16 gal | 17.7 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | INFINITI QX50PURE | Kia SorentoLX |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 268 hp (best) | 191 hp |
| Torque | 280 lb-ft (best) | 181 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | INFINITI QX50PURE | Kia SorentoLX |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 7 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 65.1 cu ft | 75.5 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 2,000 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 1,096 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,979 lbs | 3,814 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 8.6 in (best) | 6.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 110.8 in (best) |
| Length | 184.7 in | 189.6 in (best) |
| Width | 74.9 in (best) | 74.8 in |
| Height | 66 in | 66.7 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | INFINITI QX50PURE | Kia SorentoLX |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported (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 QX50 | Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | PURE $43,000 MSRP(Currently comparing) | LX $32,190 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | LUXE $46,300 MSRP | S $35,090 MSRP |
| 3 | SPORT $51,200 MSRP | S $37,090 MSRP |
| 4 | — | 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 |
Live inventory
INFINITI QX5020 for sale
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White•Red49,635 mi$30,495Bayway Chevrolet of Pearland
Pearland, TX
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INFINITI QX50 vs Kia Sorento FAQ
- Which is better: 2025 INFINITI QX50 or 2026 Kia Sorento?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2025 INFINITI QX50 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 INFINITI QX50 or 2026 Kia Sorento?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Kia Sorento starts lower at $32,190. Live INFINITI QX50 listings start at $10,779. Live Kia Sorento listings start at $5,442.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2025 INFINITI QX50 or 2026 Kia Sorento?
- The 2026 Kia Sorento leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (32,190).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2025 INFINITI QX50 or 2026 Kia Sorento?
- The 2026 Kia Sorento leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (37).
- Which has better electricRangeMi: 2025 INFINITI QX50 or 2026 Kia Sorento?
- The 2026 Kia Sorento leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (30).
- Which has better horsepower: 2025 INFINITI QX50 or 2026 Kia Sorento?
- The 2026 Kia Sorento leads on horsepower in this comparison (281).
- Which has better seats: 2025 INFINITI QX50 or 2026 Kia Sorento?
- The 2026 Kia Sorento leads on seats in this comparison (7).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2025 INFINITI QX50 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 INFINITI QX50 vs 2026 Kia Sorento?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: INFINITI QX50 (5/5 NHTSA overall); Kia Sorento (5/5 NHTSA overall).