Is a Kia Sorento a good tow vehicle?
The Sorento tows well, too – not with the unshakeable confidence of the best high-end SUVs, but well enough for us to be happy at the prospect of a long tow behind the wheel. Once up to 60mph we noticed some slight movements from the caravan in our mirrors, especially in crosswinds.
Does Kia Sorento have a tow package?
Yes, the 2021 Kia Sorento does offer a towing package on the EX, SX and SX-Prestige models that have the 2.5-liter GDI 4-cylinder turbo engine that produces 281 horsepower and 311 lb. In contrast, the previous generation Sorento did offer 5,000 pounds of towing capacity.
How much can a Kia Sorento 2.5 tow?
Cabin & Luggage
| Doors | 5 |
|---|---|
| Seats | 5 |
| Luggage Capacity | 900 litres |
| Unbraked Towing Weight | 750kg |
| Braked Towing Weight | 2800kg |
How big of a camper can a Kia Sorento pull?
3,500 pounds
When properly equipped, the Kia Sorento towing capacity achieves a maximum of 3,500 pounds–perfect for towing the family camper during weekend trips outside of Springfield.
What is the towing package on a Kia Sorento?
Kia says the changes do not detract from the Sorento’s locally tuned ride and handling package. Maximum braked towing capacity remains unchanged at 2000kg for vehicles with automatic transmissions and 2500kg for manual variants.
What is the tow rating for Kia Sorento?
The automatic Sorento has a 2000kg maximum towing limit; the manual we’re testing here has a 2500kg maximum. The Sorento’s safety features include six airbags: dual front airbags, front side airbags and side curtain airbags.
What is a Sorento vehicle?
Debuted in February 2002, the first generation Sorento was a traditional truck-based body-on-frame SUV. All American Sorentos also came with dual front airbags and dual side-curtain airbags in the front and rear. An optional four-wheel drive system with low range received praise for adding to the vehicle’s off-road ability.