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Power, Efficiency, And Options: Exploring The 2026 Sorento's Powertrains

Ever thought about what it’s like driving a Sorento? What about the hybrid model, or the more electrified plug-in hybrid? They all feel different, and we’re here to put it into words. Put yourself in the shoes of local drivers who rely on their trusted family SUV every single day. Find the right match for you when you test drive 2026 Kia vehicles at Kia of Bedford!

The 2026 Kia Sorento Gas - Up to 281 Max Horsepower

A busy parent in Cleveland hops into their gas-model Sorento, ready to knock out a tight schedule. The grocery store is on one side of town, with the post office a couple of left turns away. The kids need to be picked up on the other side of town, then there’s a good stretch of road all the way back home. Mission accomplished, all thanks to this powerful SUV.

A 2.5L 4-cylinder turbocharged engine rests inside the 2026 Kia Sorento gas model available in Bedford. 191 horsepower (and 182 lb-ft of torque) grants powerful acceleration from a dead stop at every red light and the boost to get onto the freeway without lag. Cornering handles well, and available AWD with Terrain Mode accounts for rainy weather.

Learn more > Why Are Critics Saying The 2026 Kia Sorento Outperforms Its Competition?

For a lift outside of town, we recommend the Kia Sorento X-Pro for off-roading capability and a 4,500-pound towing capacity for cool families that know a good time.

The 2026 Kia Sorento Hybrid - Up to 37 MPGe

People in Bedford who upgrade to the 2026 Kia Sorento Hybrid get to enjoy dynamic city drives and exceptional gas savings.

A 30-minute drive is shaved down by a few minutes with the electrified power of a 1.6L turbo hybrid powertrain. 227 HP and 258 lb-ft of torque place it above its gas-only cousin for a composed and unshakeable force in urban territory. Back-to-back appointments are not an issue.

The 2026 Kia Sorento EX FWD trim delivers the most miles in Cleveland with up to 37 MPG combined and a total driving range of 655 miles on a full tank.

Read more > The 2026 Kia Sorento Hybrid Empowers Cleveland Drivers With Capability

The 2026 Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid - 31 All-Electric Miles, 440 Miles Max

All-electric driving when you want it, exceptional hybrid power when you don’t. That’s the luxury Sorento PHEV owners get to have when traveling across Bedford and beyond.

A bona-fide commuter in Bedford plugs in their 2026 Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid after coming home from a 9-5. They get to work the next morning, mostly on electric power, barely using a sip of gas. Rinse and repeat, and a single tank could easily last weeks.

74 MPGe Combined

31 Miles All-Electric Range

440 Miles Total Range

Try Every Powertrain For the 2026 Kia Sorento. Swing By Kia of Bedford Today!

We’ve seen what types of drivers go for each Sorento powertrain, and we can use our insights to help you find your perfect ride. Visit Kia of Bedford today or call (866) 344-0006 to ask about our new inventory of 2026 Kia vehicles near you!

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