Kia Sorento Towing Capacity (2007 - 2023)

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Kia Sorento Towing Capacity Overview

The Kia Sorento towing capacity ranges between 1,650 lbs. and 5,000 lbs across various years and trims.

For instance, the 2015 Kia Sorento has a minimum towing capacity of 1,650 lbs, while the 2020 Kia Sorento has a maximum towing capacity of 5,000 lbs.

Factors such as trim level, engine configuration, and drivetrain can impact the towing capacity of a specific model year of Kia Sorento.

The table below shows a sampling of the towing capacities for the Kia Sorento.

Scroll down to see the complete year-by-year data.

Kia Sorento Towing Capacities
YearTrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
2023EX1,654 lbs1.6L I4AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD227 HP / 258 ft/lbs
2023EX1,654 lbs1.6L I4FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD227 HP / 258 ft/lbs
2022EX3,500 lbs2.5L I4FWD / 8 Spd Auto-Shift Manual w/OD281 HP / 311 ft/lbs
2022LX2,000 lbs2.5L I4AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD191 HP / 181 ft/lbs
2021EX3,500 lbs2.5L I4FWD / 8 Spd Auto-Shift Manual w/OD281 HP / 311 ft/lbs
2021EX3,500 lbs2.5L I4AWD / 8 Spd Auto-Shift Manual w/OD281 HP / 311 ft/lbs
2020EX5,000 lbs3.3L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
2020EX3,500 lbs3.3L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
2019EX Sport5,000 lbs3.3L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
2019EX Sport3,500 lbs3.3L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
2018EX3,500 lbs2.0L I4FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD240 HP / 260 ft/lbs
2018EX3,500 lbs3.3L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
2017EX3,500 lbs2.0L I4FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD240 HP / 260 ft/lbs
2017EX3,500 lbs3.3L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
2016EX3,500 lbs2.0L I4FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD240 HP / 260 ft/lbs
2016EX3,500 lbs3.3L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
2015EX3,500 lbs3.3L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
2015EX3,500 lbs3.3L V6AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
2014EX3,500 lbs3.3L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
2009EX1,653 lbs3.8L V62WD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD Sportmatic262 HP / 260 ft/lbs
2008EX5,000 lbs3.8L V62WD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD262 HP / 260 ft/lbs
20075,000 lbs3.8L V62WD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD262 HP / 260 ft/lbs
Kia Sorento
Kia Sorento

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All towing capacities are braked capacities. This means that the trailer being towed has a braking system installed to assist with the vehicle's own braking. The towing capacities for trailers without brakes will be much less.

Confirm all towing capacities with the owner's manual.

2023 Kia Sorento Towing Capacity Data

Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2023 Kia Sorento towing capacity is between 1,654 lbs. and 2,000 lbs.

2023 Kia Sorento Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
EX1,654 lbs1.6L I4AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD227 HP / 258 ft/lbs
EX1,654 lbs1.6L I4FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD227 HP / 258 ft/lbs
SX Prestige1,654 lbs1.6L I4AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD227 HP / 258 ft/lbs
SX Prestige2,000 lbs1.6L I4AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD261 HP / 258 ft/lbs
  • a fishing boat and trailer usually weighs between 900 lbs. to 6,000 lbs.
  • a tent trailer typically weighs between 1,000 lbs. to 1,500 lbs.
  • a fifth-wheel travel trailer averages between 12,000 lbs. to 15,000 lbs.
2022 Kia Sorento
2022 Kia Sorento

2022 Kia Sorento Towing Capacity Data

Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2022 Kia Sorento towing capacity is between 2,000 lbs. and 3,500 lbs.

2022 Kia Sorento Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
EX3,500 lbs2.5L I4FWD / 8 Spd Auto-Shift Manual w/OD281 HP / 311 ft/lbs
LX2,000 lbs2.5L I4AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD191 HP / 181 ft/lbs
LX2,000 lbs2.5L I4FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD191 HP / 181 ft/lbs
S2,000 lbs2.5L I4FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD191 HP / 181 ft/lbs
SX3,500 lbs2.5L I4AWD / 8 Spd Auto-Shift Manual w/OD281 HP / 311 ft/lbs
SX3,500 lbs2.5L I4FWD / 8 Spd Auto-Shift Manual w/OD281 HP / 311 ft/lbs
SX Prestige3,500 lbs2.5L I4FWD / 8 Spd Auto-Shift Manual w/OD281 HP / 311 ft/lbs
XLine EX3,500 lbs2.5L I4AWD / 8 Spd Auto-Shift Manual w/OD281 HP / 311 ft/lbs
XLine S2,000 lbs2.5L I4AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD191 HP / 181 ft/lbs
XLine SX Prestige3,500 lbs2.5L I4AWD / 8 Spd Auto-Shift Manual w/OD281 HP / 311 ft/lbs
EX2,000 lbs1.6L I4AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD227 HP / 258 ft/lbs
EX2,000 lbs1.6L I4FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD227 HP / 258 ft/lbs
S2,000 lbs1.6L I4AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD227 HP / 258 ft/lbs
S2,000 lbs1.6L I4FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD227 HP / 258 ft/lbs
SX2,000 lbs1.6L I4AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD261 HP / 258 ft/lbs
SX Prestige2,000 lbs1.6L I4AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD261 HP / 258 ft/lbs
2021 Kia Sorento
2021 Kia Sorento

2021 Kia Sorento Towing Capacity Data

Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2021 Kia Sorento towing capacity is between 2,000 lbs. and 3,500 lbs.

2021 Kia Sorento Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
EX3,500 lbs2.5L I4FWD / 8 Spd Auto-Shift Manual w/OD281 HP / 311 ft/lbs
EX3,500 lbs2.5L I4AWD / 8 Spd Auto-Shift Manual w/OD281 HP / 311 ft/lbs
LX2,000 lbs2.5L I4FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD191 HP / 181 ft/lbs
LX2,000 lbs2.5L I4AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD191 HP / 181 ft/lbs
S2,000 lbs2.5L I4FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD191 HP / 181 ft/lbs
S2,000 lbs2.5L I4AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD191 HP / 181 ft/lbs
SX3,500 lbs2.5L I4FWD / 8 Spd Auto-Shift Manual w/OD281 HP / 311 ft/lbs
SX3,500 lbs2.5L I4AWD / 8 Spd Auto-Shift Manual w/OD281 HP / 311 ft/lbs
SX Prestige3,500 lbs2.5L I4FWD / 8 Spd Auto-Shift Manual w/OD281 HP / 311 ft/lbs
SX Prestige XLine3,500 lbs2.5L I4AWD / 8 Spd Auto-Shift Manual w/OD281 HP / 311 ft/lbs
EX2,000 lbs1.6L I4FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD227 HP / 258 ft/lbs
S2,000 lbs1.6L I4FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD227 HP / 258 ft/lbs
2020 Kia Sorento
2020 Kia Sorento

2020 Kia Sorento Towing Capacity Data

Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2020 Kia Sorento towing capacity is between 2,000 lbs. and 5,000 lbs.

2020 Kia Sorento Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
EX5,000 lbs3.3L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
EX3,500 lbs3.3L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
L2,000 lbs2.4L I4FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD185 HP / 178 ft/lbs
LX2,000 lbs2.4L I4AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD185 HP / 178 ft/lbs
LX2,000 lbs2.4L I4FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD185 HP / 178 ft/lbs
LX5,000 lbs3.3L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
LX3,500 lbs3.3L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
S5,000 lbs3.3L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
S3,500 lbs3.3L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
SX5,000 lbs3.3L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
SX3,500 lbs3.3L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
EX Sport3,500 lbs3.3L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
EX Sport5,000 lbs3.3L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs

2019 Kia Sorento Towing Capacity Data

Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2019 Kia Sorento towing capacity is between 2,000 lbs. and 5,000 lbs.

2019 Kia Sorento Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
EX Sport5,000 lbs3.3L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
EX Sport3,500 lbs3.3L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
EX5,000 lbs3.3L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
EX3,500 lbs3.3L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
L2,000 lbs2.4L I4FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD185 HP / 178 ft/lbs
LX2,000 lbs2.4L I4AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD185 HP / 178 ft/lbs
LX2,000 lbs2.4L I4FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD185 HP / 178 ft/lbs
LX5,000 lbs3.3L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
LX3,500 lbs3.3L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
S5,000 lbs3.3L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
S3,500 lbs3.3L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
SX Limited5,000 lbs3.3L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
SX Limited3,500 lbs3.3L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
SX5,000 lbs3.3L V6AWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
SX3,500 lbs3.3L V6FWD / 8 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs

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Kia Sorento Towing Capacity By Year

2018 Kia Sorento
2018 Kia Sorento

2018 Kia Sorento Towing Capacity Data

Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2018 Kia Sorento towing capacity is between 2,000 lbs. and 5,000 lbs.

2018 Kia Sorento Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
EX3,500 lbs2.0L I4FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD240 HP / 260 ft/lbs
EX3,500 lbs3.3L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
EX3,500 lbs2.0L I4AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD240 HP / 260 ft/lbs
EX5,000 lbs3.3L V6AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
L2,000 lbs2.4L I4FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD185 HP / 178 ft/lbs
LX2,000 lbs2.4L I4FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD185 HP / 178 ft/lbs
LX3,500 lbs3.3L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
LX2,000 lbs2.4L I4AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD185 HP / 178 ft/lbs
LX5,000 lbs3.3L V6AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
SX3,500 lbs3.3L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
SX5,000 lbs3.3L V6AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
SX Limited3,500 lbs3.3L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
SX Limited5,000 lbs3.3L V6AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs

2017 Kia Sorento Towing Capacity Data

Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2017 Kia Sorento towing capacity is between 2,000 lbs. and 5,000 lbs.

2017 Kia Sorento Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
EX3,500 lbs2.0L I4FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD240 HP / 260 ft/lbs
EX3,500 lbs3.3L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
EX3,500 lbs2.0L I4AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD240 HP / 260 ft/lbs
EX5,000 lbs3.3L V6AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
L2,000 lbs2.4L I4FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD185 HP / 178 ft/lbs
LX2,000 lbs2.4L I4FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD185 HP / 178 ft/lbs
LX3,500 lbs3.3L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
LX2,000 lbs2.4L I4AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD185 HP / 178 ft/lbs
LX5,000 lbs3.3L V6AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
SX3,500 lbs3.3L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
SX5,000 lbs3.3L V6AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
SX Limited3,500 lbs3.3L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
SX Limited5,000 lbs3.3L V6AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
2016 Kia Sorento
2016 Kia Sorento

2016 Kia Sorento Towing Capacity Data

Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2016 Kia Sorento towing capacity is between 2,000 lbs. and 5,000 lbs.

2016 Kia Sorento Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
EX3,500 lbs2.0L I4FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD240 HP / 260 ft/lbs
EX3,500 lbs3.3L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
EX3,500 lbs2.0L I4AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD240 HP / 260 ft/lbs
EX5,000 lbs3.3L V6AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
L2,000 lbs2.4L I4FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD185 HP / 178 ft/lbs
LX2,000 lbs2.4L I4FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD185 HP / 178 ft/lbs
LX3,500 lbs3.3L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
LX2,000 lbs2.4L I4AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD185 HP / 178 ft/lbs
LX5,000 lbs3.3L V6AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
SX3,500 lbs3.3L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
SX5,000 lbs3.3L V6AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
SX Limited3,500 lbs2.0L I4FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD240 HP / 260 ft/lbs
SX Limited3,500 lbs3.3L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
SX Limited3,500 lbs2.0L I4AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD240 HP / 260 ft/lbs
SX Limited5,000 lbs3.3L V6AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs

2015 Kia Sorento Towing Capacity Data

Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2015 Kia Sorento towing capacity is between 1,650 lbs. and 3,500 lbs.

2015 Kia Sorento Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
EX3,500 lbs3.3L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
EX3,500 lbs3.3L V6AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
LX1,650 lbs2.4L I4FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD191 HP / 181 ft/lbs
LX3,500 lbs3.3L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
LX1,650 lbs2.4L I4AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD191 HP / 181 ft/lbs
LX3,500 lbs3.3L V6AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
SX3,500 lbs3.3L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
SX3,500 lbs3.3L V6AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
SXL3,500 lbs3.3L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
SXL3,500 lbs3.3L V6AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs

2014 Kia Sorento Towing Capacity Data

Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2014 Kia Sorento towing capacity is between 1,650 lbs. and 3,500 lbs.

2014 Kia Sorento Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
EX3,500 lbs3.3L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
EX3,500 lbs3.3L V6AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
LX1,650 lbs2.4L I4FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD191 HP / 181 ft/lbs
LX3,500 lbs3.3L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
LX1,650 lbs2.4L I4AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD191 HP / 181 ft/lbs
LX3,500 lbs3.3L V6AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
SX3,500 lbs3.3L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
SX3,500 lbs3.3L V6AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
SXL3,500 lbs3.3L V6FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs
SXL3,500 lbs3.3L V6AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD290 HP / 252 ft/lbs

2009 Kia Sorento Towing Capacity Data

The 2009 Kia Sorento towing capacity is 1,653 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2009 Kia Sorento Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
EX1,653 lbs3.8L V62WD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD Sportmatic262 HP / 260 ft/lbs
EX1,653 lbs3.8L V64WD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD Sportmatic262 HP / 260 ft/lbs

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2008 Kia Sorento Towing Capacity Data

The 2008 Kia Sorento towing capacity is 5,000 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2008 Kia Sorento Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
EX5,000 lbs3.8L V62WD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD262 HP / 260 ft/lbs
EX5,000 lbs3.8L V64WD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD262 HP / 260 ft/lbs

2007 Kia Sorento Towing Capacity Data

The 2007 Kia Sorento towing capacity is 5,000 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2007 Kia Sorento Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
5,000 lbs3.8L V62WD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD262 HP / 260 ft/lbs
EX5,000 lbs3.8L V62WD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD262 HP / 260 ft/lbs
EX5,000 lbs3.8L V64WD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD262 HP / 260 ft/lbs
LX5,000 lbs3.8L V62WD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD262 HP / 260 ft/lbs
LX5,000 lbs3.8L V64WD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD262 HP / 260 ft/lbs