Kia Sorento Hybrid vs Tesla Model Y
Kia Sorento Hybrid
$47,190
Tesla Model Y
$47,990 – $48,990
AI Comparison Summary
Comparing Kia Sorento Hybrid vs Tesla Model Y. Kia Sorento Hybrid offers the strongest value on price. Kia Sorento Hybrid leads on expert rating.
Category Winners
Overall Winner
Kia Sorento Hybrid
Best Value
Kia Sorento Hybrid
Fuel Economy
Tesla Model Y
Performance
Tesla Model Y
Tesla Model Y
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Price & Reviews
Model Year
Expert Rating
Kia Sorento Hybrid
$47,190
Rating: 4.8/10
Tesla Model Y
$47,990 – $48,990
Rating: 4.7/10
| Specification |
Kia Sorento Hybrid |
Tesla Model Y |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Kia | Tesla |
| Model | Sorento Hybrid | Model Y |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Type | — | Ev |
| Body Style | SUV | Compact Crossover SUV |
| Current Price | $47,190 | $47,990 – $48,990 |
| MSRP | $47,190 | $48,990 |
| Dealer Price | $45,900 | $47,990 |
| Engine | 1.6L Intercooled Turbo Gas/Electric Hybrid I-4 | Dual Motor AWD |
| Horsepower | 227 hp @ 5,500 rpm | 384 hp (est.) |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft @ 1,500 - 4,500 rpm | Instant electric torque |
| 0–60 mph | 7.5 sec (0-60 mph) | 4.6 sec (0-60 mph) |
| Top Speed | 120 mph | 135 mph |
| Fuel Type | Regular Unleaded Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Electric |
| Mileage / MPG | 34 MPG Combined (32 City / 35 Hwy) | 117 MPGe combined (EPA est.) |
| Range (EV) | Short low-speed EV drive mode | 330 miles EPA (Long Range AWD est.) |
| Emissions | Super Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (SULEV30) | 0 g/mi |
| Battery | 1.5 kWh Lithium-ion Traction Battery | Approx. 75 kWh (usable, est.) |
| Charging | Self-charging regenerative braking system | 250 kW DC peak (Supercharger V3) |
| Expert Rating | 4.8/10 | 4.7/10 |
| Community Reviews | 890 | 2240 |
| Performance Score | 8.3 | 9.0 |
| Comfort Score | 9.4 | 8.7 |
| Safety Score | Top Safety Pick+ | 9.1 |
| Fuel Economy Score | 9.6 | 9.5 |
| Technology Score | 9.5 | 9.5 |
| Value Score | 9.2 | 9.0 |
| Pros | Impressive 34 MPG combined efficiency with standard All-Wheel Drive; Rugged X-Line styling with 8.2 inches of ground cle... | Excellent EPA range for the class; Access to Tesla Supercharger network; Quick acceleration and smooth EV driving; Spaci... |
| Cons | 3rd-row legroom is tighter than in full-size midsize SUVs like the Telluride; Cargo volume behind the 3rd row is modest... | Minimalist interior may not suit all buyers; Ride can feel firm on larger wheels; Build quality can vary by production b... |
