Kia Sorento Hybrid vs Cadillac Escalade

Overview

Specification Kia Sorento Hybrid Cadillac Escalade
Brand Kia Cadillac
Model Sorento Hybrid Escalade
Year 2026 2026
Type
Body Style SUV SUV

Pricing

Specification Kia Sorento Hybrid Cadillac Escalade
Current Price $47,190 $123,295
MSRP $47,190 $123,295
Dealer Price $45,900 $121,000

Engine & Performance

Specification Kia Sorento Hybrid Cadillac Escalade
Engine 1.6L Intercooled Turbo Gas/Electric Hybrid I-4 6.2L V8 with Dynamic Fuel Management & VVT
Horsepower 227 hp @ 5,500 rpm 420 hp @ 5,600 rpm
Torque 258 lb-ft @ 1,500 - 4,500 rpm 460 lb-ft @ 4,100 rpm
0–60 mph 7.5 sec (0-60 mph) 5.9 sec (0-60 mph)
Top Speed 120 mph 118 mph

Fuel Economy

Specification Kia Sorento Hybrid Cadillac Escalade
Fuel Type Regular Unleaded Gasoline / Electric Hybrid Premium Unleaded Gasoline
Mileage / MPG 34 MPG Combined (32 City / 35 Hwy) 16 MPG Combined (14 City / 18 Hwy)
Range (EV) Short low-speed EV drive mode N/A
Emissions Super Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (SULEV30) Super Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (SULEV30)
Battery 1.5 kWh Lithium-ion Traction Battery 12V heavy-duty maintenance-free battery
Charging Self-charging regenerative braking system N/A

Ratings

Specification Kia Sorento Hybrid Cadillac Escalade
Expert Rating 4.8/10 4.9/10
Community Reviews 890 1520
Performance Score 8.3 9.3
Comfort Score 9.4 9.9
Safety Score Top Safety Pick+ Top Safety Pick+
Fuel Economy Score 9.6 7.0
Technology Score 9.5 9.9
Value Score 9.2 9.0

Verdict

Specification Kia Sorento Hybrid Cadillac Escalade
Pros Impressive 34 MPG combined efficiency with standard All-Wheel Drive; Rugged X-Line styling with 8.2 inches of ground cle... Showstopping pillar-to-pillar 55-inch curved HD display across the entire dashboard; Unmatched ride quality via Air Ride...
Cons 3rd-row legroom is tighter than in full-size midsize SUVs like the Telluride; Cargo volume behind the 3rd row is modest... 16 MPG combined fuel economy requires premium gasoline; High price tag exceeding $123,000 MSRP; Large body footprint req...