Camping season puts a specific set of demands on a family SUV: enough cargo room for gear, enough seats for everyone, and a powertrain that won’t need constant fuel stops on the way to the site. The 2026 Kia Sorento HEV checks each of those boxes, and stepping up to the SX trim adds a further layer of comfort and technology for the drive there and back.
Every Sorento HEV comes with all-wheel drive standard, a genuine advantage once the pavement turns to gravel or a campsite access road gets soft after rain. Here’s what the lineup offers, and what the SX trim specifically brings to the table.
2026 Sorento HEV: At a Glance
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Category
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Sorento HEV
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Combined output
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227 hp / 258 lb-ft
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Fuel economy
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7.0 L/100 km combined
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Towing capacity
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Up to 2,000 lb (907 kg)
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Cargo (behind 1st row, both rear rows folded)
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Up to 2,139 L
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Drive type
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All-wheel drive, standard on every trim
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SX trim position
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Range-topping trim, built on the EX’s feature set
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Power and Towing for the Trip There
The Sorento HEV pairs a 1.6-litre turbo engine with an electric motor for a combined 227 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque, sent through all four wheels via a 6-speed automatic transmission. Fuel economy lands at 7.0 L/100 km combined, which keeps fuel stops shorter on the drive to a campsite. When a trailer or small camper is part of the plan, the Sorento HEV can tow up to 2,000 lb (907 kg) when properly equipped.
- 227 hp and 258 lb-ft combined output
- All-wheel drive standard on every HEV trim
- 7.0 L/100 km combined fuel economy
- Up to 2,000 lb (907 kg) towing capacity when properly equipped
Cargo and Seating for Everyone’s Gear
A loaded roof box only goes so far, so cargo space inside the Sorento matters just as much. Behind the third row, there’s 357 L for daily items, and folding the third row opens up to 1,274 L. Fold both rear rows down and the Sorento HEV offers up to 2,139 L behind the first row, enough for coolers, tents, and folding chairs without leaving anyone behind.
- 357 L cargo capacity behind the third row
- Up to 1,274 L behind the second row with the third row folded
- Up to 2,139 L behind the first row with both rear rows folded
What the EX Already Brings, and Where SX Builds On It
The Sorento EX trim already includes a Bose premium audio system, Digital Key, built-in navigation, a panoramic sunroof, a 12.3-inch instrument cluster, heated second-row seats, and driver-assist features like Highway Drive Assist 2 and a Surround View Monitor. Moving up to the SX trim carries all of that forward as the standard baseline and adds the top-tier finishing touches Kia reserves for its range-topping Sorento trim, making it the pick for buyers who want the fullest expression of the Sorento’s comfort and technology features for long weekends on the road.
Is the SX Trim Right for You?
For a family that camps often and wants the most comfort-focused version of the Sorento for the drive, the SX trim is the natural fit. Buyers who are comfortable with the EX’s already substantial feature list, and who would rather put the difference toward gear or a season pass at the campground, may find the EX covers what they need.
Either way, the AWD system, the 2,139 L of total cargo space, and the 2,000 lb (907 kg) towing capacity carry over across the HEV lineup, so the choice comes down to how much of the top-trim finishing touches matter to your trip.
Ready for Camping Season at Lallier Kia de Laval
A loaded roof rack and a full second row shouldn’t mean compromising on comfort for the drive. Visit Lallier Kia de Laval in Laval to see the 2026 Sorento EX and SX side by side and find the trim that fits your camping season.
To learn more about the 2026 Kia Sorento HEV, visit Kia.ca
