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2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid vs. 2023 Subaru Outback Review

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2022 Kia
Sorento Hybrid

MSRP*: $34,090 to $38,390
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2023 Subaru
Outback

MSRP*: $28,395 to $42,295
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MPG - City 36 - 39 MPG 21 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 33 - 35 MPG 26 - 32 MPG
Seating Capacity 6 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 75.5 ft3 75.6 ft3
Engine
  • 227-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 182-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 260-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 227 hp 182 - 260 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 2,700 - 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 189.4 in 191.1 - 191.3 in
Exterior Width 74.8 in 73.0 - 74.6 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 40.7 in
Front 42.8 in
Rear 39.5 in
Head Room Front 40.3 in
Rear 39.1 in
Front 39.1 - 40.1 in
Rear 39.1 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Kia Sorento Hybrid offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Subaru Outback. The Subaru Outback offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Kia Sorento Hybrid, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Kia Sorento Hybrid as you will with the Subaru Outback, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Kia Sorento Hybrid is somewhat more expensive than the Subaru Outback.

Dimensions
Since the Kia Sorento Hybrid is much wider than the Subaru Outback, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. When looking at overall length, the Kia Sorento Hybrid takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Subaru Outback.

Handling
The Kia Sorento Hybrid has a larger turning radius than the Subaru Outback, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Subaru Outback is clearly the choice over the Kia Sorento Hybrid for pulling heavy loads. The Kia Sorento Hybrid has a little more horsepower than the Subaru Outback.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Kia Sorento Hybrid does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Subaru Outback.

Utility
The Kia Sorento Hybrid offers greater seating capacity than the Subaru Outback, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Kia Sorento Hybrid as you will in the Subaru Outback.