Jeep Wrangler vs Kia Sorento
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Kia Sorento
Overview
| Spec | Jeep WranglerSport | Kia SorentoLX |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Sport | LX |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | four wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2027 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Jeep WranglerSport | Kia SorentoLX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $36,635 | $32,190 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $8,980 | $5,442 (best) |
| Median listing price | $46,705 | $37,054 (best) |
| Highest listing price | $87,450 | $50,695 (best) |
| For sale now | 1,148 | 1,398 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Jeep WranglerSport | Kia SorentoLX |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 19 MPG | 26 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 17 MPG | 23 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 23 MPG | 31 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 17.5 gal | 17.7 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Jeep WranglerSport | Kia SorentoLX |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 285 hp (best) | 191 hp |
| Torque | 260 lb-ft (best) | 181 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3.6 L (best) | 2.5 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Jeep WranglerSport | Kia SorentoLX |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats | 7 seats (best) |
| Doors | 2 | 4 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 31.7 cu ft | 75.5 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 2,000 lbs | 2,000 lbs |
| Curb weight | 4,012 lbs | 3,814 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 9.7 in (best) | 6.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 96.8 in | 110.8 in (best) |
| Length | 166.8 in | 189.6 in (best) |
| Width | 73.9 in | 74.8 in (best) |
| Height | 73.6 in (best) | 66.7 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Jeep WranglerSport | 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) | 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 | Jeep Wrangler | Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sport $36,635 MSRP(Currently comparing) | LX $32,190 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Sport $39,640 MSRP | S $35,090 MSRP |
| 3 | Sport S $39,785 MSRP | S $37,090 MSRP |
| 4 | Sport S $42,040 MSRP | EX $38,290 MSRP |
| 5 | Willys $43,855 MSRP | EX $39,790 MSRP |
| 6 | Willys $46,235 MSRP | EX $38,890 MSRP |
| 7 | Rubicon $46,710 MSRP | EX $40,690 MSRP |
| 8 | Rubicon $51,135 MSRP | SX $42,090 MSRP |
| 9 | Sport RHD $50,390 MSRP | X-Line EX $42,590 MSRP |
| 10 | Sahara $51,410 MSRP | X-Line SX $43,890 MSRP |
| 11 | Rewind $51,535 MSRP | X-Line SX Prestige $46,590 MSRP |
| 12 | Rubicon X $56,560 MSRP | X-Line SX Prestige $47,190 MSRP |
| 13 | Rubicon X $61,230 MSRP | X-Line SX Prestige $53,490 MSRP |
| 14 | Willys 392 $69,995 MSRP | X-Pro SX Prestige $47,590 MSRP |
| 15 | Moab 392 $79,995 MSRP | EX $48,290 MSRP |
Live inventory
Jeep Wrangler1,148 for sale
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WHITE•Black55,731 mi$31,272Big O Dodge Chrysler Jeep RAM
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Certified2025 Jeep Wrangler
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Black Clear Coat•Black7,266 mi$35,262Big O Dodge Chrysler Jeep RAM
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New2026 Jeep Wrangler
4-Door Sport
Reign•Black w/Cloth Low-Back Bucket Seats or Rewind Seat With Tag or Cloth Seat1 mi$50,825MSRP $57,435Big O Dodge Chrysler Jeep RAM
Greenville, SC
Kia Sorento1,398 for sale
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Used2022 Kia Sorento
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Sapphire Blue59,347 mi$24,984Big O Dodge Chrysler Jeep RAM
Greenville, SC
New2026 Kia Sorento
S
Wolf Gray•Black8 mi$36,070Sewell KIA
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New2026 Kia Sorento
LX
Panthera Metal•Black9 mi$30,632Sewell KIA
Midland, TX
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Glacial White Pearl•Black9 mi$31,294Sewell KIA
Midland, TX
New2026 Kia Sorento
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Glacial White Pearl•Black9 mi$31,294Sewell KIA
Midland, TX
New2026 Kia Sorento
S
Ebony Black•Black8 mi$33,516Sewell KIA
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Jeep Wrangler vs Kia Sorento FAQ
- Which is better: 2027 Jeep Wrangler or 2026 Kia Sorento?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Jeep Wrangler 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: 2027 Jeep Wrangler or 2026 Kia Sorento?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Kia Sorento starts lower at $32,190. Live Jeep Wrangler listings start at $8,980. Live Kia Sorento listings start at $5,442.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Jeep Wrangler or 2026 Kia Sorento?
- The 2026 Kia Sorento leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (32,190).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Jeep Wrangler or 2026 Kia Sorento?
- The 2026 Kia Sorento leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (37).
- Which has better electricRangeMi: 2027 Jeep Wrangler or 2026 Kia Sorento?
- The 2026 Kia Sorento leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (30).
- Which has better horsepower: 2027 Jeep Wrangler or 2026 Kia Sorento?
- The 2027 Jeep Wrangler leads on horsepower in this comparison (470).
- Which has better seats: 2027 Jeep Wrangler or 2026 Kia Sorento?
- The 2026 Kia Sorento leads on seats in this comparison (7).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Jeep Wrangler or 2026 Kia Sorento?
- The 2026 Kia Sorento leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (4,500).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2027 Jeep Wrangler vs 2026 Kia Sorento?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Kia Sorento (5/5 NHTSA overall).