2026 Kia Sorento Overview
Shopping for a 2026 Kia Sorento in the Kansas City area?
If you are shopping for a new Kia Sorento, our dealership in Lee's Summit is ready to help with that. We carry the latest Kia models in Lee's Summit, which means you do not have to settle when it comes time to buy.
The 2026 Kia Sorento is a mid-size SUV that offers an optional third row and represents the latest evolution in Kia's three-row lineup. So if you are shopping for a new family SUV, look no further. It also delivers on a variety of advanced safety technology and the efficiency of an available hybrid powertrain.
Bold New Design and Enhanced Trims
The 2026 Sorento continues to evolve with refined styling and an expanded trim lineup that caters to diverse lifestyle needs. Kia has enhanced the wheel designs across the lineup for a more sophisticated appearance.
Kia has expanded the Sorento lineup with adventure-ready trim levels, including the rugged X-Line and the all-new X-Pro trims. These models come equipped with features like:
- All-terrain tires for enhanced capability
- Unique exterior styling cues including blackout design elements
- Enhanced off-road-oriented capabilities with 8.2 inches of ground clearance
- Torque-vectoring all-wheel drive with terrain mode
- High-utility roof rails and exclusive badging
Technology and Safety Features
The updated infotainment system features a 12.3-inch touchscreen display with available navigation and wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ connectivity. Select trims feature a 12.3-inch curved digital instrument cluster for a combined 24-inch panoramic display experience.
The Sorento offers an extensive suite of driver assistance technologies:
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist 2 with Evasive Steering Assist
- Highway Driving Assist 2 for enhanced highway driving confidence
- Smart Cruise Control with Stop and Go and machine learning capabilities
- 360° Surround View Monitor and Blind-Spot View Monitor
- Navigation-Based Smart Cruise Control for intelligent speed management
Comfortable and Practical Interior
The Sorento's interior continues to be praised for its spacious and family-friendly design. The three-row seating configuration can accommodate up to seven passengers with bench seating or six passengers with available captain's chairs in the second row.
Cargo capacity remains impressive with:
- 75.5 cu. ft. behind the first row
- 38.5-45.0 cu. ft. behind the second row
- 12.6 cu. ft. behind the third row
With available premium leather seating, heated and ventilated front seats, heated second-row seats, and a panoramic sunroof with power sunshade.
Powertrain Options
One of the standout features of the 2026 Sorento is the comprehensive range of powertrain choices available. Buyers can opt for:
- A base 2.5L four-cylinder engine producing 191 hp and 181 lb.-ft. of torque
- A turbocharged 2.5L four-cylinder delivering 281 hp and 311 lb.-ft. of torque
- A turbo-hybrid system combining a 1.6L turbocharged engine with electric motor for 227 hp combined power and impressive 36 MPG combined efficiency
- An available plug-in hybrid (2025 model year continues into 2026) offering 32-mile all-electric range and 261 hp combined power
Find Your Kia Sorento at Cable Dahmer Kia in Lee's Summit
We are conveniently located in the Kansas City metro, and as a Cable Dahmer store, we hold ourselves to a high standard. We will help answer any questions that you may have so that you can make an informed buying decision. Shop online or visit us today to learn more about the 2026 Kia Sorento and its impressive blend of capability, technology, and family-friendly features.
Warranties include 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain and 5-year/60,000-mile basic. All warranties and roadside assistance are limited. See retailer for warranty details.