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 | 2026 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Jeep WranglerSport | Kia SorentoLX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $35,595 | $32,190 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $25,803 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $48,325 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $55,500 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 48 (best) | 0 |
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 | 3 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 1 | None reported (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 | Jeep Wrangler | Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sport $35,595 MSRP(Currently comparing) | LX $32,190 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Sport $38,600 MSRP | S $35,090 MSRP |
| 3 | Sport S $39,345 MSRP | S $37,090 MSRP |
| 4 | Sport S $41,000 MSRP | EX $38,290 MSRP |
| 5 | Willys $43,415 MSRP | EX $39,790 MSRP |
| 6 | Willys $44,500 MSRP | EX $38,890 MSRP |
| 7 | Rubicon $45,375 MSRP | EX $40,690 MSRP |
| 8 | Rubicon $49,300 MSRP | SX $42,090 MSRP |
| 9 | 85th Anniversary Edition $46,800 MSRP | X-Line EX $42,590 MSRP |
| 10 | Willys 41 $48,300 MSRP | X-Line SX $43,890 MSRP |
| 11 | Sahara $48,470 MSRP | X-Line SX Prestige $46,590 MSRP |
| 12 | Sport RHD $49,350 MSRP | X-Line SX Prestige $47,190 MSRP |
| 13 | Rubicon X $55,325 MSRP | X-Line SX Prestige $53,490 MSRP |
| 14 | Rubicon X $59,995 MSRP | X-Pro SX Prestige $47,590 MSRP |
| 15 | Moab 392 $79,995 MSRP | EX $48,290 MSRP |
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