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2022 KIA Sorento Plug-In Hybrid: Quick Overview
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2022 KIA Sorento Plug-In Hybrid Specifications
Vehicle Information
| Year | 2022 |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Sorento Plug-in Hybrid |
| Trim | - |
| Style | SX SUV AWD 6AT 1.6L I4 |
| Type | Sport Utility Vehicle |
| Category | passenger |
Manufacturing Details
| Made In | Korea |
| Manufacturing City | HWASUNG |
Dimensions
| Doors | 5-Door |
| Curb Weight | 3975 pounds |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating | - |
| Overall Height | 66.7 inches |
| Overall Length | 189 inches |
| Overall Width | 74.8 inches |
| Wheelbase Length | 110.8 inches |
| Standard Seating | 5 |
Engine & Performance
| Engine | 1.6L I4 |
| Engine Size | 1.6L |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 |
| Transmission | 6-Speed Automatic |
| Transmission Type | Automatic |
| Transmission Speeds | 6-Speed |
| Drivetrain | All-Wheel Drive |
Additional Features
| Anti-Brake System | 4-Wheel ABS |
| Steering Type | Rack & Pinion |
Pricing
| Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) | $43,090 |
| Invoice Price | $41,000 |
| Delivery Charges | $1,195 |
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What Problems Does the 2022 KIA Sorento Plug-In Hybrid Have?
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How long will the 2022 KIA Sorento Plug-In Hybrid last?
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What Technology & Safety Features are Included?
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2022 KIA Sorento Plug-In Hybrid Prices and Market Value
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2022 KIA Sorento Plug-In Hybrid Cost of Ownership
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2022 KIA Sorento Plug-In Hybrid Fuel Efficiency
Fuel Type
PHEV
Fuel Capacity
13.8 gallons
City Mileage
83 miles/gallon
Highway Mileage
75 miles/gallon
2022 KIA Sorento Plug-In Hybrid Recalls & Defects
Recall date
2022-10-11
Recall no.
Source
NHTSA
Summary
KIA Motors, Inc. (Kia) IS Recalling Certain 2021-2022 Sorento and 2021-2023 K5 Vehicles. THE Vehicle's "fail-safe" Limited-mobility Drive Mode MAY BE Impaired, When Prompted BY A Transmission OIL Pump Malfunction, Which CAN Result IN A Complete Loss OF Drive Power.
Consequence
Loss OF Drive Power Increases THE Risk OF A Crash.
Remedy
Dealers Will Inspect and Replace THE Transmission, AS Necessary. Dealers Will Also Update THE Transmission Control Unit Software. All Repairs Will BE Performed Free OF Charge. Owner Notification Letters Were Mailed December 9, 2022. Owners MAY Contact KIA Customer Service AT 1-800-333-4542. Kia's Number FOR This Recall IS Sc250.
Notes
Recall date
2022-03-29
Recall no.
Source
NHTSA
Summary
KIA Motor America (Kia) IS Recalling Certain 2022 Sorento Vehicles. THE OIL Supply Pipe TO THE Turbocharger MAY Crack, Which Could Result IN AN OIL Leak IN THE Engine Compartment.
Consequence
AN OIL Leak IN THE Presence OF AN Ignition Source Such AS HOT Engine or Exhaust Components, CAN Increase THE Risk OF A Fire.
Remedy
Dealers Will Replace THE Turbocharger OIL Supply Pipe, Free OF Charge. Owner Notification Letters Were Mailed April 22, 2022. Owners MAY Contact KIA Customer Service AT 1-800-333-4542. Kia's Number FOR This Recall IS Sc233.
Notes
Recall date
2022-03-29
Recall no.
Source
NHTSA
Summary
KIA Motor America (Kia) IS Recalling Certain 2022 Sorento Vehicles. THE OIL Supply Pipe TO THE Turbocharger MAY Crack, Which Could Result IN AN OIL Leak IN THE Engine Compartment.
Consequence
AN OIL Leak IN THE Presence OF AN Ignition Source Such AS HOT Engine or Exhaust Components, CAN Increase THE Risk OF A Fire.
Remedy
Dealers Will Replace THE Turbocharger OIL Supply Pipe, Free OF Charge. Owner Notification Letters Were Mailed April 22, 2022. Owners MAY Contact KIA Customer Service AT 1-800-333-4542. Kia's Number FOR This Recall IS Sc233.
Notes
Recall date
2022-09-19
Recall no.
Source
NHTSA
Summary
KIA America, Inc. (Kia) IS Recalling Certain 2016-2022 Sorento, 2021-2022 Sorento Hybrid (Hev), 2022-2023 Sorento Plug-in Hybrid (phev), and 2017-2022 Sportage Vehicles Equipped With A TOW Hitch Harness Installed AS Original Equipment, or Purchased AS AN Accessory Through A KIA Dealership. Debris and Moisture Accumulation ON THE TOW Hitch Harness Module Printed Circuit Board (pcb) MAY Cause AN Electrical Short, Which CAN Result IN A Fire.
Consequence
A Fire While Parked or Driving CAN Increase THE Risk OF Injury.
Remedy
Owners ARE Advised TO Park Outside and Away From Structures Until THE Recall Repair IS Complete. Dealers Will Inspect THE Vehicle, And, AS Necessary, Replace THE Fuse And/Or TOW Hitch Harness Module, Free OF Charge. Owner Notification Letters Were Mailed August 11, 2023. Owners MAY Contact KIA Customer Service AT 1-800-333-4542. Kia's Number FOR This Recall IS Sc249.
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Recall date
2022-07-19
Recall no.
Source
NHTSA
Summary
KIA Motors America (Kia) IS Recalling Certain 2022 Sorento and Telluride Vehicles. THE Vehicles MAY BE Equipped With AN Incorrect Spare Tire Which, When Installed, CAN Impair THE Anti-Lock Braking System (Abs) and THE Traction Control System (tcs). AS Such, These Vehicles Fail TO Comply With THE Requirements OF Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number 110, "tire Selection and Rims."
Consequence
Impaired Anti-Lock Braking or Traction Control Systems CAN Increase THE Risk OF A Crash.
Remedy
Dealers Will Inspect and Replace THE Spare Tire, AS Necessary, Free OF Charge. Owner Notification Letters Were Mailed July 27, 2022. Owners MAY Contact KIA Customer Service AT 1-800-333-4542. Kia's Number FOR This Recall IS Sc244.
Notes
Recall date
2023-08-31
Recall no.
Source
NHTSA
Summary
KIA America, Inc. (Kia) IS Recalling Certain 2022-2023 Sorento, Sorento Hybrid, and Sorento Plug-In Hybrid (Phev) Vehicles. THE Mounting Clips FOR THE Rearview Camera MAY Break, Which CAN Cause THE Rearview Camera Image NOT TO Appear Properly ON THE Display. AS Such, These Vehicles Fail TO Comply With THE Requirements OF Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number 111, "rear Visibility."
Consequence
A Rearview Camera That Does NOT Properly Display AN Image CAN Reduce THE Driver's Rear View, Increasing THE Risk OF A Crash.
Remedy
Dealers Will Inspect and Replace THE Rearview Camera Housing, AS Necessary, Free OF Charge. Owner Notification Letters Were Mailed October 27, 2023. Owners MAY Contact KIA Customer Service AT 1-800-333-4542. Kia's Number FOR This Recall IS Sc280.
Notes
Recall date
2025-09-25
Recall no.
Source
NHTSA
Summary
KIA America, Inc. (Kia) IS Recalling Certain 2021-2023 Sorento Vehicles. THE Heating, Ventilation, and AIR Conditioning (Hvac) Blower Motor Wiring Harness MAY BE Inadequate, Which CAN Result IN A Fire.
Consequence
A Fire Increases THE Risk OF Injury.
Remedy
Dealers Will Replace THE Wiring Harness and Blower Motor Resistor, Free OF Charge. Owner Notification Letters Were Mailed January 23, 2026. Owners MAY Contact KIA Customer Service AT 800-333-4542. Kia's Number FOR This Recall IS Sc351. Vehicle Identification Numbers (Vins) Involved IN This Recall Will BE Searchable ON Nhtsa.gov Beginning October 9, 2025.
Notes
Recall date
2025-09-25
Recall no.
Source
NHTSA
Summary
KIA America, Inc. (Kia) IS Recalling Certain 2021-2023 Sorento Vehicles. THE Heating, Ventilation, and AIR Conditioning (Hvac) Blower Motor Wiring Harness MAY BE Inadequate, Which CAN Result IN A Fire.
Consequence
A Fire Increases THE Risk OF Injury.
Remedy
Dealers Will Replace THE Wiring Harness and Blower Motor Resistor, Free OF Charge. Owner Notification Letters Were Mailed January 23, 2026. Owners MAY Contact KIA Customer Service AT 800-333-4542. Kia's Number FOR This Recall IS Sc351. Vehicle Identification Numbers (Vins) Involved IN This Recall Will BE Searchable ON Nhtsa.gov Beginning October 9, 2025.
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2022 KIA Sorento Plug-In Hybrid Warranty
Basic
Original warranty
0 months / No data
Estimated remaining
Expired
Powertrain
Original warranty
0 months / No data
Estimated remaining
Expired
Rust
Original warranty
0 months / No data
Estimated remaining
Expired
2022 KIA Sorento Plug-In Hybrid Insurance
Insurance for a 2022 KIA Sorento Plug-In Hybrid is moderately priced, reflecting its status as a Sport Utility Vehicle with strong safety ratings and
reasonable repair costs.
reasonable repair costs.
How Does the 2022 KIA Sorento Plug-In Hybrid Compare to Other Sport Utility Vehicle?
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Final Verdict: Is the 2022 KIA Sorento Plug-In Hybrid a Good Sport Utility Vehicle?
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