2025 Buick Enclave vs. 2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid Review

Picture of the 2025 Buick Enclave

2025 Buick
Enclave

MSRP*: $45,100 to $58,200
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Picture of the 2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid

2025 Kia
Sorento Hybrid

MSRP*: $38,690 to $46,890
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MPG - City 19 MPG 34 - 36 MPG
MPG - Hwy 24 MPG 34 - 36 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 seats 6 seats
Cargo Space 97.5 ft3 75.5 ft3
Engine
  • 328-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 227-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 328 hp 227 hp
Exterior Length 207.6 in 189.6 in
Exterior Width 79.6 in 74.8 in
Leg Room Front 44.3 in
Rear 41.5 in
Front 41.4 in
Rear 40.7 in
Head Room Front 41.2 - 42.6 in
Rear 38.2 - 40.0 in
Front 40.3 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 Buick Enclave offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Kia Sorento Hybrid. The Buick Enclave will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Kia Sorento Hybrid.

Convenience
With the Kia Sorento Hybrid, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Buick Enclave, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

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 Buick Enclave is somewhat more expensive than the Kia Sorento Hybrid.

Dimensions
Since the Buick Enclave is much wider than the Kia Sorento Hybrid, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Buick Enclave, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Kia Sorento Hybrid.

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

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Buick Enclave greatly out-muscles the Kia Sorento Hybrid.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Buick Enclave transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Kia Sorento Hybrid.

Utility
The Buick Enclave offers greater seating capacity than the Kia Sorento Hybrid, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. With the Buick Enclave, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Kia Sorento Hybrid.