When you need to take a load of people on a ride the 2024 Kia Sorento is a great option as it has the capability to hold 7 passengers. The newer Kia Telluride is similar in size, and so it is easy to wonder how do these two vehicles compare? TIn this in-depth article we will look into the similarities and differences of the 2024 Kia Sorento and the 2024 Kia Telluride. Let’s take a look.
Key Takeaways:
- There are three engine options for the Kia Sorento, whereas the Kia Telluride has one engine.
- The Kia Telluride has an impressive towing capacity of 5,500 pounds!
- The Kia Sorento, similar to many other vehicles on the Kia lineup, will come standard with the Kia Drive Wise suite.
What Engines Are In the 2024 Kia Sorento?
There are three different engines to choose from when it comes to the Kia Sorento. There is a hybrid option, which will help save on gas, a plug-in hybrid, and finally a 2.5 liter turbocharged engine. The Kia Sorento boasts available torque vectoring all wheel drive, to increase traction and control in slippery and harsh weather.
2024 Kia Sorento Engine Specifications:
- 2.5 liter engine (191 horsepower, 182 horsepower)
- 2.5 liter turbocharged engine (281 horsepower, 311 horsepower)
- 1.6 liter hybrid platform (227 horsepower, 258 pounds of torque)
The Kia Telluride on the other hand only has a singular engine option for this year, which is a naturally aspirated V6 engine. This engine is paired to an eight speed automatic transmission, which will provide smooth shifting and capability. Front wheel drive is the standard option for the Telluride, however, all wheel drive is an optional upgrade if you would like.
2024 Kia Telluride Engine Specifications:
- 3.8 liter V6 engine (291 horsepower, 262 pounds of torque)
How much can the 2024 Kia Sorento and 2024 Kia Telluride Tow?
The Kia Sorento tows between 2,000 pounds and 4,000 pounds. This is slightly less than the Kia Telluride which tows a maximum of 5,500 pounds. While the Sorento may not be able to tow as much as the Kia Telluride, it can take a smaller boat, trailer, or camper along for the ride.
There are some additional features on the Kia Telluride that allow it to tow so well. For the 2024 year Kia has introduced the X-Pro, a new trim level. This X-Pro has an upgraded towing package, where additional features enhance the towing capacity. Let’s take a look at some of these features.
- Self-Leveling Rear Suspension
- Tow Mode w/ Trailer Stability Assist
- Heavy Duty Cooling
Does the Kia Sorento Come With Kia Drive Wise?
Yes, the 2024 Kia Sorento comes with Kia Drive Wise, the standard safety suite that comes with many different Kis vehicles. The 2024 Kia Telluride comes with some of these same features. Most of them are standard, such as emergency braking and blind-spot monitoring, however, features such as parking assist are available as well. Let’s take a look at some of the other safety features that are standard for the Kia Drive Wise safety system.
- Forward Collision Avoidance
- 360 Surround View Monitor
- Rear Cross Traffic Monitoring
Is the 2024 Kia Sorento or 2024 Kia Telluride a Better Choice?
The Kia Sorento can seat up to 7 total passengers, which allows you to bring quite a few passengers. The different engine options provide plenty of choices for you as well, as you are looking into building your new Kia Sorento. However, if you have larger toys to take on an adventure the Telluride may be for you.. Come on down to Alan Jay Kia and test drive both for yourself.